Beauty in the heart of Mugello
Villa Campestri www.villacampestri.it It is located up on a hill at 35km from Florence in the heart of Mugello area. It is surrounded by a 140 hectares park where olive oil and chestnuts trees grow allowing nice walks of great interest from an artistical and naturalistic point of view. Villa Campestri is a marvelous typical Renaissance Villa completely renovated. The oldest part is dated back fro 13th century. It has been owned by noble family Marchesi Roti Michelozzi until 1989 and documents proof that the family instructed in 1380 an artist Lorenzo di Bicci (from Giotto School) to fresco the tabernacle located at the entrance of the Villa, nowadays still existing. Around those times was also built the small Chapel within the Villa premises still existing and consecrated.

Coming to Tuscany this year
Just outside of lovely Montalcino is one of Tuscany’s newest oasis of luxury – set on a mesmerizing 4,375 acre estate dating back to the 13th century is the beautiful Castiglion del Bosco. Set to option in 2007, this private property is sure to please. http://www.castigliondelbosco.com/

Want to celebrate like “TOMKAT”?
Getting married in Italy or just looking for a fantastic gala evening venue? Why not consider the Castello Odescalchi located just outside of Rome. As you may have seen in the media, Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes recently celebrated their nuptials at this beautiful venue overlooking Lake Bracciano. And, it is available for rental. Please let us know if you want to learn more. http://www.odescalchi.it/

Cheese, Ham and Wine Itinerary
Have You Ever Experienced Reggio Emilia?

• Looking for somewhere in Italy off of the beaten path? Then a visit to Reggio Emilia may be worth a look. Located just outside of Bologna, this lovely town has much to offer!

• Reggio Emilia is 102 miles northwest of Florence / 139 miles southwest from Venice.

• Wondering were to stay? Why not try the four star Hotel Posta, a charming property with 39 unique rooms situated in the heart of the historic city center.The hotel overlooks the Prampolini Square and is just a few meters from the Cathedral and the Town Hall, where the Italian flag was born in 1797! The Hotel Posta is run by its owners who always try to make their guests feel at home.
  
  

The following very special excursions may be arranged:

• Tour of a local cheese factory where the real Parmigiano cheese is produced. Hungry now?

• Visit to one of the oldest “acetaie” of the region named Cavazzone. The acetaia is a wine cellar where the balsamic vinegar is produced. You can find vinegar as old as 180 years here!

• Journey to a local farm where the famous “Prosciutto di Parma” (parma cured ham) is produced.

• Explore the Museum of Ferrari in the village of Maranello, located just 20 minutes from Reggio Emilia.

• Sample the specialties at a wine factory where the famous local Lambrusco red wine is produced.

• Enjoy excursions to the cities of Bologna or Modena, and a visit to Venice is also possible.

• And to top off a stay to beautiful Reggio Emilia, enjoy a gala evening at one the ornate palaces in the area, many of which are still lived in by the owners who belong to noble families. The residents are very happy to welcome guests and to have dinner with them!