by palazzopasserini | Oct 17, 2025 | Day Trips, Events, Festivals, Italian Traditions, Travel Tips
There’s never a wrong time to visit Italy, but if you plan your trip around one of its spectacular festivals, you’ll see the country at its most joyful and expressive. From masked parades on the canals of Venice to flower-carpeted streets in Umbria and fiery...
by palazzopasserini | Aug 21, 2025 | Drink, Events, Festivals, Food, Hilltop Towns, Shopping
Tuscany in late autumn and early winter has a magic all of its own. The summer crowds have drifted away, the hills are painted in burnt orange and gold, and the pace slows to something far more local. This is the season for hearty dishes, truffle hunting, long...
by palazzopasserini | May 10, 2025 | Events, Festivals, History, Italian Traditions
Twice a year, the historic city of Siena transforms into something unforgettable. Flags ripple from ancient windows, drummers echo through cobbled streets, and locals pour into the Piazza del Campo with centuries of pride in their hearts. This is the Palio di Siena —...
by palazzopasserini | Mar 11, 2025 | Events, Festivals, Food
Tuscany is magical all year round, but there’s something particularly special about the height of summer. Long, sun-drenched days, golden fields shimmering in the heat, and a festive atmosphere that fills every piazza. If you’re dreaming of a summer escape, July and...
by palazzopasserini | Feb 5, 2025 | Day Trips, Events, Hilltop Towns, Travel Tips
Hilltop Towns of Tuscany and Umbria: A Journey Through Timeless Beauty Keywords: Cortona, Tuscany, luxury accommodation in Tuscany, Italian food, hilltop towns The hilltop towns of Tuscany and Umbria are testaments to Italy’s rich history and breathtaking landscapes....
by palazzopasserini | Feb 3, 2025 | Events, Travel Tips
Essential travel tips for your first time in Italy. 10 Essential tips for your first time in Italy at Palazzo Passerini, Cortona. Plan Around the Seasons Italy offers something unique in every season. Spring and autumn are perfect for pleasant weather and smaller...