Tuscany - 1 night - Where to stay?
Jun 23rd, 2005, 03:13 PM
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Tuscany - 1 night - Where to stay?
I'm thinking about renting a scooter from Florence and exploring through the Chianti Road for 2 days. What's the best town/accommodation to stay in? Are there castles or vineyards out there that are pretty affordable to say for just 1 night, early September?
Jun 23rd, 2005, 03:53 PM
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Many of the official Italian youth hostels are in historic buildings, and you can get a private room (usually you have to book well in advance for this). There are numerous locations all through Italy.
http://www.ostellionline.org/
http://www.ostellionline.org/
Jun 23rd, 2005, 04:11 PM
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THanks, WillTravel. But, I looking for something a bit more "special" in the Tuscan region for my honeymoon. I'm not a huge wine fan, but want to enjoy the view and the history. Do you have any recommendations of which town to stay in?
Jun 23rd, 2005, 04:15 PM
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Lil, you might like to look at SlowTrav.com because the Italy coverage there is exceptional (also the associated board SlowTalk.com ).
I didn't realize it was your honeymoon. Even I wouldn't typically suggest a hostel for that
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What do you mean by affordable?
I didn't realize it was your honeymoon. Even I wouldn't typically suggest a hostel for that
.What do you mean by affordable?
Jun 24th, 2005, 07:24 AM
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Greve is an easy drive to and from Florence and makes good base (as does many other towns).
Make your choice based on the place you stay at. We like Podere Torre in Greve. great views (it's in a vineyard),very nice rooms a bargain at $100 or so.
Make your choice based on the place you stay at. We like Podere Torre in Greve. great views (it's in a vineyard),very nice rooms a bargain at $100 or so.
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Hi Lilj,
Having driven in Chianti, I would not want to drive a scooter there! It's hilly with winding roads. You might need a little more power and a lot more protection.
Congratulations and buon viaggio!
Having driven in Chianti, I would not want to drive a scooter there! It's hilly with winding roads. You might need a little more power and a lot more protection.
Congratulations and buon viaggio!
