Tuscany – The Model of 14th and 15th Century Painters
In many 14th and 15th Century paintings, Tuscany was the backdrop. With the rolling hills, the hill towns, and all that makes it beautiful, anyone can respect that. But what if you can see much of what these painters saw? That would be great, wouldn’t it? Well, the truth is that you can see Tuscany in all its glory any time of the year. Even when it is cold and rainy, you can go out and about and find that you can shed your coat and bring in the sun.
Whether you travel in the on season or the off season (January to March), you’ll be able to appreciate much of the glory Tuscany has to offer. But if you really want to save a buck, you can travel during the off season. And don’t let the weather put you off. You can cut a lot of corners when traveling during the off season.
For instance, you can go to the many vineyards in the Chianti region and find that you won’t have to be around so many individuals tasting the wine. You may also find that it is easier to acquire the accommodations that you need and desire. The prices are usually cut as much as 30% at some of the best hotels. You’ll also find that there are a lot of concerts and ballets taking place during the winter. So if you want to see a genuine Italian opera, you can do this during the months of January, February, and March.
Any tourist attractions you will come across will be less crowded, so you’ll be rubbing shoulders with fewer people.
Yes, some of the shops and restaurants are closed during these months, but you’ll find that there are still great deals to be had, the locals can spend more time talking to you, you’ll be able to take in more of the attractions, and you’ll save some cash.
All-in-all, you will really get to experience Tuscany the way the 14th and 15th Century painters did. And if you can’t visit Tuscany in the off season, you can still enjoy it any other time of the year and appreciate what the artists saw many centuries ago.