Monday, January 24, 2011
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Dear Members, Family and Friends of the Bellarmine University Music Department, we sure hope you enjoy the blog and recommend that you become a follower by clicking on the respective option in the right side bar of this webpage. As a follower, you will never miss an update and once the group heads over to Europe there should be lots of news coming your way. You can also leave comments which are like virtual greetings. Our tour team will pass those messages to the travelers on tour whenever possible. Everyone at Incantato Tours wishes you well as you prepare for this exciting journey under the leaderships of Dr. S. Timothy Glasscock, Mr. David Clark and Mr. Richard Burchard.
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Thursday, September 23, 2010
Bellarmine University 2011 Performance Tour - Updated Itinerary
Welcome to the Incantato Tours information blog for the 2011 Bellarmine University Performance Tour to Italy. This is the most recent updated itinerary. Enjoy!
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| View from the terrace of your first BU Italy Tour Hotel. |
DAY 1 Thursday, March 3
Overnight flight to Rome
Please refer to your e-ticket to ensure you have the correct departure schedule as there are three groups leaving Louisville.
Overnight flight to Rome
Please refer to your e-ticket to ensure you have the correct departure schedule as there are three groups leaving Louisville.
DAY 2 Friday, March 4
Benvenuti to Italy
After clearing customs and immigration, meet your Incantato Tour Manager, Ambra Pasqualina, and board the coach to head south to Cetara on the Amalfi Coast for a welcome dinner at the Hotel Cetus, where you will stay from March 4 through 7, situated on a cliff above the ocean and with a wonderful panoramic view.
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| Gourmet dinner at this 12th century Norman Tower |
Maiori tour, pizza workshop and Jazz Concert
Transfer to Maiori this morning for an orientation tour followed by a pizza-making workshop and lunch at Mammoto. The Jazz Ensemble performs a concert at the Town Hall this evening before the group returns to Hotel Cetus for the night.
DAY 4 Sunday, March 6
Amalfi and Maiori performances with a special reception
Spend the day at leisure with the opportunity to transfer to Amalfi. Celebrate High Mass followed by a concert with the Bellarmine University Schola Cantorum and the Louisville Vocal Project, directed by Dr. Timothy Glasscock, at San Francesco in Maiori at 6 PM. Maiori and its citizens have been frequently featured in films by Rosselini, they are warm, welcoming, are known for their hospitality and have a genuine passion for music.
DAY 5 Monday, March 7
Dolce Vita Day and Naples Concerts
Enjoy the Amalfi Coast at your own pace with optional trips to Pompeii and Capri (cost not included). Transfer to Naples this afternoon with an orientation tour upon arrival. The Choirs will present a concert at Chiesa di Santa Teresa Degli Scalzi at 4:45PM. The Jazz Ensemble performs this evening as well. Return to Cetara for the night.
Dolce Vita Day and Naples Concerts
Enjoy the Amalfi Coast at your own pace with optional trips to Pompeii and Capri (cost not included). Transfer to Naples this afternoon with an orientation tour upon arrival. The Choirs will present a concert at Chiesa di Santa Teresa Degli Scalzi at 4:45PM. The Jazz Ensemble performs this evening as well. Return to Cetara for the night.
DAY 6 Tuesday, March 8
Via Montecassino to Tuscany
Bid farewell to the Amalfi Coast as you travel north. Stop for a guided tour and recital for the choirs at the Benedictine Monastery of Montecassino perched high upon a hill. Continue to beautiful Tuscany, where you will stay at Siena's Hotel Montaperti from March 8 through 10, for dinner and overnight.

DAY 7 Wednesday, March 9
Florence Visit and Jazz Concert
See the highlights of Tuscany‘s capital city Florence with a specialized local guide (entrance to Accademia Museum is already included along with a pre-reserved entrance time so you do not have to wait in line) followed by an afternoon at leisure. The Jazz Ensemble performs at Sala Bianca - Hotel Cellai - at 7 PM. Overnight in Siena.
DAY 8 Thursday, March 10
Montepulciano and Siena in-depth
Meet your local guide for an orientation tour of Montepulciano in the footsteps of St. Robert Bellarmine before you continue to Siena. There you will see the cities hightlights. At 9:00 PM the Jazz Ensemble performs at the Tea Room.
DAY 9 Friday, March 11
Via Assisi to Rome
Travel to Rome with a stop in Assisi for a guided tour and High Mass participation for the choirs at the Basilica of St. Francis. Grab lunch on your own before an afternoon guided tour of Assisi. The tour will stay at the Hotel H10 Roma Citta throughout the remainder of the tour.
DAY 10 Saturday, March 12
Vatican Visit and a special High Mass
Explore the Vatican Museums and St. Peter‘s Basilica with your local guide followed by some free time. The singers will be the featured guest choir for a special Saturday High Mass in the early evening at the magnificent cathedral of Saint Peter.
DAY 11 Sunday, March 13
Mass and Eternal Rome Tour
The Choirs sing mass this morning at the Church of Saint Robert Bellarmine, then experience Rome‘s ancient highlights with a local guide with in-depth visits to the Coliseum and Roman Forum. While in Rome, we will make sure you get a chance to visit the Church of the Gesu (Robert Bellarmine preached there) and St. Ignatius (where St. Bellarmine is buried). Get ready for a choir concert at Duomo di San Gegorio Magno in Monte Porzio Catone at 7:00 PM. Enjoy a celebratory farewell dinner and wine tasting this evening at Casal Pilozzo with a special performance by the Jazz Ensemble.
DAY 12 Monday, March 14
Rome Departure
Transfer to the airport for your flight home to the US. Please refer to your tickets for your return flights home. After check-in, your tour manager waves good-bye and you will bid farewell to beautiful Italy.
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Sunday, September 12, 2010
Bellarmine University flight schedules
GROUP 1
Departure for Europe:
Thursday, March 3, 2011
UNITED AIRLINES flight UA7584 leaves LOUISVILLE (SDF) at 3:11PM
Arrives in CHICAGO (ORD) at 3:36PM
LUFTHANSA flight LH437 leaves CHICAGO (ORD) at 4:50PM
Arrives in DUESSELDORF (DUS) at 8:15AM on Friday, March 4, 2011
LUFTHANSA flight LH3200 leaves DUESSELDORF (DUS) at 11:25AM
Arrives in ROME (FCO) at 1:30PM
Return to USA:
Monday, March 14, 2011
LUFTHANSA flight LH243 leaves ROME (FCO) at 6:25AM
Arrives in FRANKFURT (FRA) at 8:35AM
LUFTHANSA flight LH430 leaves FRANKFURT (FRA) at 10:25AM
Arrives in CHICAGO (ORD) at 1:40PM
UNITED AIRLINES flight UA5938 leaves CHICAGO (ORD) at 6:00PM
Arrives in LOUISVILLE (SDF) at 8:16PM
GROUP 2
Departure for Europe:
Thursday, March 3, 2011
UNITED AIRLINES flight UA7517 leaves LOUISVILLE (SDF) at 9:53AM
Arrives in CHICAGO (ORD) at 10:16AM
LUFTHANSA flight LH437 leaves CHICAGO (ORD) at 4:50PM
Arrives in DUESSELDORF (DUS) at 8:15AM on Friday, March 4, 2011
LUFTHANSA flight LH3200 leaves DUESSELDORF (DUS) at 11:25AM
Arrives in ROME (FCO) at 1:30PM
Return to USA: Monday, March 14, 2011
LUFTHANSA flight LH243 leaves ROME (FCO) at 6:25AM
Arrives in FRANKFURT (FRA) at 8:35AM
LUFTHANSA flight LH430 leaves FRANKFURT (FRA) at 10:25AM
Arrives in CHICAGO (ORD) at 1:40PM
UNITED AIRLINES flight UA5938 leaves CHICAGO (ORD) at 6:00PM
Arrives in LOUISVILLE (SDF) at 8:16PM
GROUP 3
Departure for Europe:
Thursday, March 3, 2011
UNITED AIRLINES flight UA7517 leaves LOUISVILLE (SDF) at 9:53AM
Arrives in CHICAGO (ORD) at 10:16AM
LUFTHANSA flight LH437 leaves CHICAGO (ORD) at 4:50PM
Arrives in DUESSELDORF (DUS) at 8:15AM on Friday, March 4, 2011
LUFTHANSA flight LH3200 leaves DUESSELDORF (DUS) at 11:25AM
Arrives in ROME (FCO) at 1:30PM
Return to USA:
Monday, March 14, 2011
LUFTHANSA flight LH243 leaves ROME (FCO) at 6:25AM
Arrives in FRANKFURT (FRA) at 8:35AM
LUFTHANSA flight LH430 leaves FRANKFURT (FRA) at 10:25AM
Arrives in CHICAGO (ORD) at 1:40PM
UNITED AIRLINES flight UA7627 leaves CHICAGO (ORD) at 4:00PM
Arrives in LOUISVILLE (SDF) at 6:08PM
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Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Travel Tip: What to pack?
Dear members of the Bellarmine University Music Department,As your departure for your 2011 performance tour comes closer and closer, Incantato Tours provides you with different travel tips to make it easier for you to get ready for your trip.
For most people, packing for a trip is the most difficult part. The solution for many is to just pack as much as you possibly can into your suitcase and backpack, but as a colleague explains it: "You'll be thanking me later when you don't break your back from having to carry everything on your own. Don't do it!" Her advice: "Pack as lightly as you can. The best way to get it all to fit nicely into your suitcase is to fold it nicely and then roll it tightly. It can all fit into your bag like a puzzle."
Keep in mind, however, that many cathedrals have a dress code and will not allow you to walk in if you are wearing tank tops or shorts. A scarf is a good solution to this code. And shorts should always go to your knees (both for Ladies and Gents).
Here are a few things that we think are essential to have to be comfortable with what the weather brings and with the weight of your bag - remember, we allow only one checked bag per person and a small carry-on such as a bag pack or small duffel.
A sample packing list (just a suggestion!)
* Rain jacket, maybe with fleece insert
* Umbrella
* An adapter plug/converter (if bringing electronic devices)
* Camera and batteries or charger with adapter
* At least two pair of jeans/pants, ladies may want to bring a couple skirts or dresses too
* a sweater or two
* Plenty of shirts, including a polo or two and at least two dress shirts (Europeans dress much more formal than Americans)
* Plenty of undergarments and socks for daily changes
* A watch, make-up and jewelry if applicable (carry on any valuables)
* Choir music and attire
* Don't forget shoes, we recommend a maximum of three pairs (tennis shoes, good everyday shoes, dress shoes). Bring nice concert shoes, but make sure that you will be able to walk long distances in them. Europeans do not wear flip flops other than to the pool or at the beach.
* Put all liquids that are in your carry-on into a zip-lock bag. And remember the 311 rules.http://www.tsa.gov/311/
* All scissors, fingernail clippers, etc. are better packed in your check-in luggage along with liquids over 3 ounces. Bring enough contact lense solution and prescription medication that you may need for the whole duration of the trip.
If you forget anything there are plenty of shops where you can by shampoo, toothpaste, etc.
Here are a few things that we think are essential to have to be comfortable with what the weather brings and with the weight of your bag - remember, we allow only one checked bag per person and a small carry-on such as a bag pack or small duffel.
A sample packing list (just a suggestion!)
* Rain jacket, maybe with fleece insert
* Umbrella
* An adapter plug/converter (if bringing electronic devices)
* Camera and batteries or charger with adapter
* At least two pair of jeans/pants, ladies may want to bring a couple skirts or dresses too
* a sweater or two
* Plenty of shirts, including a polo or two and at least two dress shirts (Europeans dress much more formal than Americans)
* Plenty of undergarments and socks for daily changes
* A watch, make-up and jewelry if applicable (carry on any valuables)
* Choir music and attire
* Don't forget shoes, we recommend a maximum of three pairs (tennis shoes, good everyday shoes, dress shoes). Bring nice concert shoes, but make sure that you will be able to walk long distances in them. Europeans do not wear flip flops other than to the pool or at the beach.
* Put all liquids that are in your carry-on into a zip-lock bag. And remember the 311 rules.http://www.tsa.gov/311/
* All scissors, fingernail clippers, etc. are better packed in your check-in luggage along with liquids over 3 ounces. Bring enough contact lense solution and prescription medication that you may need for the whole duration of the trip.
If you forget anything there are plenty of shops where you can by shampoo, toothpaste, etc.
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Travel Tip: Frequently asked questions
Ideally, your passport should be on your person at all times. Please be “street-smart” and don’t wave it around for all to see. Photocopies of the passport should be packed in your suitcase, available in your e-mail and Incantato should have a copy as well.
Is the tap water safe to drink?
The tap water is potable in many areas, although we would recommend to buy bottled water.
Do you have recommendations or suggestions on the type of power adapter needed and what wattage?
Electricity in Europe comes out of the wall socket at 220 volts alternating at a 50 cycles per second. In the US, electricity comes out of the wall socket at 110 volts, alternating at 60 cycles per second. Not only the voltages and frequencies, but the sockets themselves are different. Adapters and converters may be found at Target, Walmart and radio shack etc.
What is the average meal cost? How much money should you bring?
As long as you are wise about your choices, meals can easily be 15 Euro or less. You don’t have to go to sit down restaurants to get decent food. But when you do want to sit down, you should check the menu outside to see if they have a "menu special" - you can get an entrée, dessert and a drink for a set price.
What the size limit and number of items is for carry-on?
You may have 1 carry-on bag - it must be able to fit either under the seat in front of you or in the overhead bin. We recommend a backpack.
What are the airline carry-on container regulations?
No containers holding more that 3ozs of liquid is allowed in the carry-on luggage. They also must be in a plastic zip-lock bag.
What has the best exchange rate, using a debit card to pull money out or exchanging US currency?
By far the best way is to use your debit card. Most banks only charge around $2 per withdraw and they also take care of the exchange rate for you. You do need a 4 digit pin and also let your bank know that you are travelling abroad. DO NOT BRING TRAVELLERS' CHEQUES!
What is the approximate exchange rate right now?
It’s about $1.35 to 1 EUR (February 2011).
What happens if someone gets injured while in tour? Medical care and cost wise? Do they need a medical consent form for treatment?
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance. You find a link to our recommended partner on this blog.
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Travel Tip: High voltage
Dear travelers,To charge your digital cameras, laptops, etc. in Europe during your Incantato performance tour, you will need an adapter. The U.S. plug (2 or 3 prong here in the U.S.) will not fit in a European socket. In most cases the European socket takes a plug with 2 round prongs.
The adapters allow an U.S. plug to plug in to the back of the adapter and the front of the adapter plugs into the European socket. You'll find adapters at stores like Radio Shack, Walmart or online at amazon.com.
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Travel Tip: Money matters
We suggest you have some spending money available and our recommendation is around 20 Dollar per day for the meals not included, snacks, drinks, postcards, some souvenirs. It is not imperative that you have this amount of money. There are many ways to lower your expenses such as:
· Most restaurants have menus outside so you can check their price range.
· Venture off the main roads to find a restaurant. These usually have more character, better food, and better prices.
· Bring your own water bottle. Most places have safe tap water to fill up with.
· Buy food from the "convenient" stores. You don't have to sit down in the restaurant for every meal.
· Shop around for souvenirs; many stores have the same things on sale for very different prices.
Last not least, remember that your Incantato Tour Manager is with you pretty much 24/7. The guide is there to help you make the right choices.
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Welcome to Italy!
Italy is located partly on the European Continent and partly on the Italian Peninsula in Southern Europe and on the two largest islands in the Mediterranean Sea, Sicily and Sardinia. Italy shares its northern, Alpine boundary with France, Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia. The independent states of San Marino and the Vatican City are enclaves within the Italian Peninsula, and Campione d'Italia is an Italian exclave in Switzerland. The territory of Italy covers 301,338 km² and is influenced by a temperate seasonal climate. With 60.2 million inhabitants, it is the sixth most populous country in Europe, and the twenty-third m
ost populous in the world.The land known as Italy today has been the cradle of European cultures and peoples, such as the Etruscans and the Romans. Italy's capital, Rome, was for centuries the political centre of Western civilisation, as the capital of the Roman Empire. After its decline, Italy would endure numerous invasions by foreign peoples, from Germanic tribes such as the Lombards and Ostrogoths, to the Normans and later, the Byzantines, among others. Centuries later, Italy would become the birthplace of the Renaissance, an immensely fruitful intellectual movement that would prove to be integral in shaping the subsequent course of European thought.
Through much of its post-Roman history, Italy was fragmented into numerous kingdoms and city-states (such as the Kingdom of Sardinia, the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies and the Duchy of Milan), but was unified in 1861, a tumultuous period in history known as the "Risorgimento". In the late 19th century, through World War I, and to World War II, Italy possessed a colonial empire, which extended its rule to Libya, Eritrea, Italian Somaliland, Ethiopia, Albania, Rhodes, the Dodecanese and a concession in Tianjin, China.
Modern Italy is a democratic republic and the world's eighteenth most developed country, with the eighth or tenth highest quality of life index rating in the world. It is a founding member of what
is now the European Union and North Atlantic Treaty Organization. Italy is also a member of the G8 and G20. It is a member state of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, the World Trade Organization, the Council of Europe, and the Western European Union as well. The country's European political, social and economic influence make it a major regional power, alongside the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Russia, and Italy has been classified in a study, measuring hard power, as being the eleventh greatest worldwide national power. The country has a high public education level, high labor force, is a globalised nation, and also has 2009's sixth best international reputation. Italy also has the world's nineteenth highest life expectancy, and the world's second best healthcare system. It is the world's fifth most visited country, with over 43.7 million international arrivals, and boasts a long tradition and several achievements in the arts, science and technology, including the world's highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites to date.
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Travel Tip: Use of cell phones
If you would like to have more information on this subject, please check the "international section" of the website of your provider:
For T-Mobile:
WorldClass international service
For Verizon:
http://b2b.vzw.com/international/Roaming/index.html
For Sprint:
http://shop.sprint.com/en/services/worldwide/worldwide.shtml
For AT&T:
http://www.wireless.att.com/learn/international/roaming/international-roaming.jsp
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What is PayPal and how does it work?
Incantato Tours is transitioning to the use of PayPal to receive tour payments. The following information gives a brief description of PayPal and detailed instructions on how to make your payments. We hope that you will find this method more efficient and significantly safer than sending payments through standard mail, and we thank you for your patience and cooperation during this transition process. For more information about PayPal, please visit www.paypal.com.
PayPal is the faster, safer way to pay and get paid online. The service allows members to send money without sharing financial information, with the flexibility to pay using their account balances, bank accounts, credit cards or promotional financing. With more than 87 million active accounts in 190 markets and 24 currencies around the world, PayPal enables global ecommerce. PayPal is an eBay company and is made up of three leading online payment services: the PayPal global payment service, the Payflow Gateway and Bill Me Later. The company's open payment platform, PayPal X, allows developers to build innovative payment applications on multiple platforms and devices.
Paypal is surprisingly simple to use. Anyone with an email account can successfully conduct business with PayPal. Once you have accessed the website (http://www.paypal.com), first choose the “Send Money” option located at the top of the screen. You will be prompted to fill in the recipient’s email address (info@incantatotours.com), your own email address, and the dollar amount of your payment. Be sure to also indicate, using the tabbed options on the “Send Money” screen, that this payment is for the purchase of services. Continue then to the following screen where you will choose your preferred method of payment (credit, debit, PayPal account, etc.), and fill in the appropriate information. Within moments of completion, Incantato Tours will receive a confirmation email stating that your payment has been added directly to our business PayPal account. Please note that although the money is transferred instantly, it may take up to three business days to appear on your personal financial statements. There are no additional fees when sending money via PayPal.
In an attempt to make the payment process easier for you, we have added a PayPal link to the right side navigation of your blog site (http://bellarmine-incantatotour.blogspot.com/) where you can easily choose the amount you owe and click "Pay Now" to provide your payment information. We hope that you will find this new payment process much more convenient.
Monday, May 17, 2010
Home away from home: Hotel Cetus, Amalfi Coast

The Bellarmine University Performance Tour will stay at the Hotel Cetus as they visit the stunning Amalfi Coast, March 4 through 7, 2011. The Hotel Cetus commands a striking view, perched atop a hill overlooking the bay on the Amalfi Coast. The hotel is less than one mile from the quaint fishing village of Cetara. The elegant furnishings and refined atmosphere are inspired by the local tradition of ceramic art. The Hotel Cetus houses 37 guest rooms, all with beautiful sea-front views. Each room offers air conditioning, private bathrooms, and direct telephone lines. The hotel property also boasts a private beach with American snack bar.
The Hotel Cetus received high reviews from recent travelers who commended the incredibly helpful staff and greatly appreciated the safety and security they felt during their stay. Additional reviews praise the gorgeous views from the clean and comfortable guest rooms.
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Visit Maiori
Maiori is a town and community on the Amalfi coast in the province of Salerno (Campania, Italy). It has been a popular tourist resort since Roman times, with the longest unbroken stretch of beach on the Amalfi coastline. The origins of the town are unclear but the original name of the town was Reghinna Maior, in contrast to the neighbouring town, Minori, Reghinna Minor. All places along the coast were formed by alternating conquerors - such as the Etruscans or the Romans. Between 830 and 840, the places of the coast united to form a confederation of Amalfi States. In this Amalfi Sea Republic, the places between Lettere and Tramonti and between Cetara and Positano, along with the island of Capri, were united; and their inhabitants were all called Amalfitaner. At that time, each city retained its own name and administrative autonomy, but had a specific role in this federation. Later it became part of the Principality of Salerno, and then of the Kingdom of Naples, of which it followed the history until the 19th century.
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Sightseeing-Highlight: Pompeii
Pompeii is a ruined and partially buried Roman town-city near modern Naples in the Italian region of Campania, in the territory of the commune of Pompeii. Along with Herculaneum, its sister city, Pompeii was destroyed and completely buried during a long catastrophic eruption of the volcano Mount Vesuvius spanning two days in 79 AD. The volcano collapsed higher roof-lines and buried Pompeii under 20 m (66 ft) of ash and pumice, and it was lost for nearly 1,600 years before its accidental rediscovery in 1592. Since then, its excavation has provided an extraordinarily detailed insight into the life of a city at the height of the Roman Empire. Today, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the most popular tourist attractions of Italy, with approximately 2,500,000 visitors every year.
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About Capri
Capri is an Italian island in the Tyrrhenian Sea off the Sorrentine Peninsula, on the south side of the Gulf of Naples, in the Campania region of southern Italy. It has been a resort since the time of the Roman Republic. In the latter half of the 19th century, Capri became a popular resort for European artists, writers and other celebrities. John Singer Sargent and Frank Hyde are among the prominent artists who stayed on the island around the late 1870s. Sargent is best known for his series of portraits featuring the beautiful local model, Rosina Ferrara. Also in the 19th century, the natural scientist Ignazio Cerio catalogued the flora and fauna of the island. This work was continued by his son, the author and engineer Edwin Cerio, who wrote several books on life in Capri in the 20th century.
The picture is from the official homepage of the Capri tourism office.
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Incantato Impressions: Capri
Here are just some of the beautiful sights you will see on the island of Capri:
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Explore Tuscany with Incantato Tours
Tuscany is a region in Central Italy. It has an area of 22,990 square kilometres (8,880 sq mi) and a population of about 3.6 million inhabitants. The regional capital is Florence.Tuscany is known for its beautiful landscapes, its rich artistic legacy and vast influence on high culture. Tuscany is widely regarded as the true birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, and has been home to some of the most influential people in history, such as Petrarch, Dante, Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Galileo Galilei, Amerigo Vespucci and Puccini. Due to this, the region has several museums, most of which (such as the Uffizi and the Pitti Palace) are found in Florence, but others in towns and smaller villages. Tuscany has a unique culinary tradition, and is famous for its wines (most famous of which are Chianti, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Morellino di Scansano and Brunello di Montalcino). Six Tuscan localities have been designated World Heritage Sites: the historical center of Florence (1982), the historical center of Siena (1995), the square of the Cathedral of Pisa (1987), the historical center of San Gimignano (1990), the historical center of Pienza (1996) and the Val d'Orcia (2004). Furthermore, Tuscany has over 120 protected nature reserves. This makes Tuscany and its capital city Florence very popular tourist destinations, attracting millions of tourists every year. Florence itself receives an average of 10 million tourists a year by placing the city as one of the most visited in the world.
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Visit Florence
- Florence is the most populous city in Tuscany, with 367,569 inhabitants.
- A centre of medieval European trade and finance and one of the richest and wealthiest cities of the time, Florence is often considered the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance; in fact, it has been called the Athens of the Middle Ages.
- The historic centre of Florence attracts millions of tourists each year and was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1982.
- It has been the birthplace or chosen home of many notable historical figures, such as Dante, Botticelli, Michelangelo, Galileo Galilei, Roberto Cavalli and Emilio Pucci.
- Florence being historically the first home of Italian fashion is also home to the legendary Italian fashion establishment Salvatore Ferragamo, notable as one of the oldest and most famous Italian fashion houses.
- Florence has been a setting for numerous works of fiction and movies, including the novels and associated films, such as "Hannibal", "A Room with a View", "Tea with Mussolini" and "Virgin Territory".
- The city is one of the great wine-growing regions in the world. The Chianti region is just south of the city, and its Sangiovese grapes figure prominently not only in its Chianti Classico wines but also in many of the more recently developed Supertuscan blends.
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