Tuscany travel
Tuscany Italy
This pretty Italian province is home to the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the birthplace of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, and where the story of Pinocchio originated.
Florence, going up the hill to the Forte di Belvedere, affords you a breathtaking view of the city. Then, visit the Boboli Gardens, an outdoor museum with labyrinths and Renaissance sculptures and drop by the Accademia, the home to David by Michelangelo. Don’t forget to check out Uffizi Gallery and its awe-inspiring paintings by such masters as Raphael, Michelangelo and Car-avaggio. Next, drop by Chianti to see how the fine Italian wine is made in Tuscany. Complete your visit to Italy by seeing the leaning tower of Pisa, in Versilia and getting some retail therapy at Villafranca or Bagnone, or the busy market town Fivizzano.
Posta is a lovely bed and breakfast in Florence that costs about $50 per person per night. Sate your hunger surrounded by old world charm in Nerbonne in Mercato Centrale.
Budget hotels don’t necessarily equal dingy rooms and stinky communal bathrooms! Most proprietors are now able to offer decent lodgings at affordable prices by carefully leaving out certain luxuries such as:
Spartan basics – No TV in rooms and no swimming pool. Some hotels try to make up for this by providing something unique like a curio shop or tanning area on the roof top. Who needs the idiot box when you’re on vacation, anyway?
Meals not included – Usually no free buffet breakfast is provided, even if the hotel has its own restaurant or cafe. Privacy – Dorm rooms are usually quite cheap, which is perfect if you are traveling with a group of friends. Granted you get less privacy, but take it as an opportunity to meet other travellers and share their stories!
When picking out a budget hotel, it’s best to check out the local hotel rating website and see the reviews on it. Alternatively, visit the country’s tourism board website for the necessary info. The best method? Ask for referrals from pals who have stayed in budget hotels before!