We are all pretty tired tonight! Classic example of having real human emotions and being affected by environmental factors no matter where in the world you are! We still hauled our asses off (good on us!) to the Plaza del Campo in Siena and pretty much discovered that all the offerings in this particular Piazza were pretty steep! Probably 2-3 times more exxy than anywhere we have been so far (well, me anyway). I ordered a 1/2 litre of Chianti from the region and...

Storm warnings and it seems the locals think there is a disaster! Run for the hills! Tuscan Hills! It's fresh and fabulous! I'm loving the Summer Rain: it's amazing dripping on the lightly mossed terracotta tiles and ancient walls! Lucca is surrounded by a full, unbroken wall! It is entwined with alleys, paths and laneways, like a scene from Beauty and the Beast or sleeping beauty: towers all around. To be climbed tomorrow! So, we decided to hire a 4 seater bike ...

Last night the last thing I thought before actually falling asleep was: Wow! What a beautiful holiday! It's been the best I could wish for (exception of 2 days in Mykonos)! Everything I imagine and hoped for and so much more. So many wonderful and life altering memories and moments! None of which I could ever even anticipate or hope to put a value on: proving yet again, there is absolutely no price set for experience! One week to go and let me tell you...no ho...

Ah la dolce vita! Sitting atop my balcony overlooking the street below after a sumptuous fully inclusive breakfast with all the traditional Italian trimmings, including freshly made juices and coffees, hard boiled eggs, meats, cheeses, olives, mushrooms, pastries and the works! Sun is shining ... We're off to discover Tuscan treasures! We're off on a leisurely Tuscan tour: in true Italian style: serenely and selectively! Ah! The sweet life! How to come back t...

"...We're at the main station. Train to Florence leaves in 20 minutes!" 11am. Waiting on a comfy chair in my hotel foyer and a message comes through from Robyn! So. Hightailed it. Running like the wind! And arrived in plenty of time. Robyn's smiling face! And Mikes chesty cough! Poor Mike! Always trouble while traveling! But was fabulous to see them both! Ticket on the Fast Train bought in an instant and on board we hopped: greeted by another hot Attendant! ...