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Discovering the Enchantment of History with Christine De Melo
A Friendship That Lasts Some friendships just stick with you. Christine is one of those wonderful people for me. We met years ago through...
Rebecca Gouttenoire
Mar 72 min read


The Dying Art of Wood Carving in Florence and How One Carver Saved His Craft with Pasta!
Filippo belongs to what is likely the last wood-carvers in the city—a craft that once thrived but is now on the brink of extinction.
Rebecca Gouttenoire
Feb 72 min read


From fine wines to fine arts - a jeweller in Florence
Florence: Where timeless art meets fine jewelry. Discover masterful craftsmanship, from Renaissance-inspired pieces to modern treasures.
Rebecca Gouttenoire
Jan 102 min read


Driving a rental car in 2025 in Italy—things to know!
Explore Italy by car! Know key tips on licenses, insurance, city driving, ZTL zones, and enjoy scenic countryside routes stress-free.
Rebecca Gouttenoire
Jan 112 min read


A festive cheers from Florence!
Reflect on the year's journey with Grape Tours. Learn how our wine tours create meaningful experiences and promote sustainability.
Rebecca Gouttenoire
Dec 30, 20242 min read


Fixer to Fabulous - Italiano
Dave, Jenny, Rebecca, Pierre I've met such amazing people over the years doing wine tours, it truly is magical! My husband, Pierre, for...
Rebecca Gouttenoire
Feb 16, 20242 min read


Wine Window Walk
If you've been to Florence or seen Stanley Tucci's "Searching for Italy" you've probably heard of Florence’s historical wine windows, or...
Rebecca Gouttenoire
Jan 14, 20243 min read


We're planting a vineyard!
Spring has come to Tuscany, and we're so excited to share the news of our vineyard with you! As you know if you've followed our...
Rebecca Gouttenoire
Mar 14, 20232 min read


A Drunken Romance
The story of how we met Whenever I head out on a wine tour with a bunch of new people, I feel as excited as I was on my very first tour....
Rebecca Gouttenoire
Dec 29, 20225 min read


Shipping wine from Italy to the US
Planning a trip to Italy and going on a Tuscan Wine Tour? (with Grape Tours, obviously 😃) One of the things that might cross your mind...
Rebecca Gouttenoire
Nov 26, 20202 min read


Outside the box, winery Poggio La Noce, Florence
If you're a wine producer in Tuscany, chances are that you are one by descent, in terms of family tradition and/or inherited land. Some...
Rebecca Gouttenoire
May 10, 20201 min read


5 best wine bars in Florence
Le Volpi e L'Uva If you want to have the option of tasting many different wines from all around the boot, Le Volpi e L’Uva is possibly...
Rebecca Gouttenoire
Mar 8, 20202 min read
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