Book excerpt: This Tuscany guidebook is ideal for travellers seeking inspirational guides and planning a more extended trip. It provides interesting facts about Tuscany’s people, history and culture and detailed coverage of the best places to see. This Tuscany travel book has the style of an illustrated magazine to inspire you and give a taste of Tuscany. The book is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet FSC’s strict environmental and social standards. This Tuscany guidebook covers: The City of Florence, Around Florence, Lucca and Pistoia, Versilia, Garfagnana and Lunigiana, Pisa and the Etruscan Riviera, Isola d'Elba, Volterra and Massa Marittima, San Gimignano, Siena, South of Siena, the Maremma and Monte Argentario, Arezzo and Eastern Tuscany. In this Tuscany travel guidebook, you will find: Unique essays – country history and culture, and modern-day life, people and politics Tuscany highlights – Brunelleschi’s dome, Monte Oliveto Maggiore, Sant’Antimo, Siena cathedral, San Michele in Foro in Lucca, Santa Maria della Grazia, San Pellegrino in Alpe, Pienza, Monteriggioni, Massa Marittima, Cortona, Vinci, Pitigliano, San Miniato Practical travel information – getting there and around, budgeting, eating out, shopping, public holidays, information for LGBTQ+ travellers and more When to go to Tuscany - high season, low season, climate information and festivals Insider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots Main attractions & curated places – narrative descriptions of where to go and what to see, covered geographically Tips and facts – interesting facts about Tuscany and useful insider tips High-quality maps of Tuscany – must-see places cross-referenced to colourful maps for quick orientation Colour-coded chapters – each place chapter has its own colour assigned to aid easy navigation of this Tuscany travel guide Striking pictures – rich, inspirational colour photography on all pages, capturing attractions, nature, people and historical features Fully updated post-COVID-19 This Tuscany guidebook is just the tool you need to get under the skin of the destination and accompany you on your trip. It also makes a great gift because of its premium quality. This book will inspire you and answer all your questions while preparing a trip to Tuscany or along the way. It will also remain a beautiful souvenir after your trip.