Things to Do in Tuscany While You're on Vacation

o you've just arrived in Tuscany Italy and you are charmed by the land, the vineyards and beautiful rounded hilltops. This is a scene out of a fantasy novel to most of us. The sculpted land, outlined with moss covered castles and winding sandy roads. If you get the chance to travel to beautiful Tuscany located in the northern part of Italy, there are numerous things that you can do.

If you love biking, you can book a day trip with a private guide to take you through Southern Tuscany to see its beautiful country side. What better way to experience Tuscany to its fullest than to bike through the luscious country side and see it all up close and personally. Stop and take the time to have a picnic, take some pictures, and just to take it all in.

Tuscany tourism companies recommend that if you want the full effect of Tuscany, to avoid the hotels and look for a nice villa or a farmhouse to spend your vacation in. Why stay in an ordinary hotel; you can do that in your home town. There are so many different activities that you can do while you enjoy your stay in Tuscany. There's hot air ballooning, wine tasting, hiking, museums, and cute little specialty shops.

Before planning your trip to beautiful Tuscany, you should do some research. Doing your research can save you time in finding the right hotel, villa, or restaurants, and it makes it easier for you to plan out your site seeing during your stay in Tuscany. The World Wide Web is a great tool in helping you to purchase plane tickets, make reservations, and download and print out maps of the areas you want to visit. All of these tips will help you to have a very enjoyable vacation and you will return relaxed and ready to face your busy lifestyle once more.


Visiting Athens, Greece - the cradle of the Olympics - is on your agenda, but the wallet is too thin right now? Well... while you're waiting for it to "take on some weight", how about spending some time in Athens County, Ohio. The area is no piker when it comes to welcoming guests. Its opening statement on its web page says it all:

"Welcome to Athens County where adventure awaits in historic Southeast Ohio."

Besides the breathtaking scenery in that part of the state, there are many places to explore, such as arts and music scenes, charming communities, family-friendly festivals and a rich history. It is especially noted for the following:

Halloween Events - Athens is steeped in the Halloween spirit. It has been named one of the most haunted places in the world by the British Psychical Society. Each year, it hosts a Halloween Block Party, which has become a nationally-known standard there.

Bobcats Game Weekend - Athens tourism agency makes sure that visitors have much to do and see during game weekends. Specific groups in the area are given tourism grants to make the weekend very special for visitors. Take time out in any of the camping areas. Tackle your hunger at the many restaurants, cafes and pubs around the county where the fare runs from burritos to gourmet cuisine and from cappuccino to micro-brewed beer.

Final Fridays - The area hosts an art event of the final Friday of every month except December at one of its historic public squares. Merchants and individuals unite to make this event a memorable one for visitors.

We all know the wonders of Bethlehem, Jerusalem and dream of visiting this holy area one day. Today is not the day, huh? A little moolah problem? Why not drop by Bethlehem in Pennsylvania? They keep the welcome mat out all year round. A guide in colonial Moravian costume narrates all tours.

Bus Tour
This bus tour begins in Bethlehem's Northside historic district aglow with candles in windows and simple white lights, travels through Bethlehem's Southside where multicolored lights mark the city's ethnic diversity, and includes a spectacular view of the Lehigh Valley from the top of South Mountain and a look at the star of Bethlehem.

Old Bethlehem Historic Walking Tour
Thurs-Sun by Lantern. The guide shares stories of the people and places that made Bethlehem a center of culture and industry in early America. Tour route includes important historic locations such as the 1741 Gemeinhaus, 1748 Brethren's House, 1803-1806 Central Moravian Church, 1810 Goundie House, 1758 Sun Inn, and God's Acre.

Old Fashioned Horse and Carriage Rides
Enjoy a quaint, 20 minute ride through Bethlehem's Historic District. Many visitors have made this ride one of their family's holiday traditions.

These are just a few of the many activities for tourists to enjoy in our own Bethlehem.

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