Florence for all ages- the highlights with grandchildren
We are staying at our favourite villa in Tuscany, Villa Podere Brogi, with the family; our children, their partners and our six delightful grandchildren. One of the great benefits of staying in Tuscany is you’re not far from a myriad of cities and towns to explore. So, today we have decided to go to Florence. […]
From the Colosseum to gelato with grandkids in Rome
We have come to Rome, not on our own this time, but with our three children, their partners and six grandchildren, a small party of 14. Yes, it is literally a travelling circus, but a very fun one. We’ve come to Rome to catch our breath and get in the time zone, before returning to […]
Secrets you need to know before visiting Tuscany
It’s been several months since I was in Italy, and while I meant to write about our wonderful experience in Tuscany, as soon as I was home, I didn’t. Instead, I literally hit the road running. Once I stepped off the plane in New Zealand, it was all go. My husband Tim, was scheduled for […]