Tuscany at $475 round-trip

Florence Schmorence, we're more interested in Tuscany off-trail. 

And let me tell you, between the charming medieval towns of San Miniato, Lari, and Pietrasanta, you've got options, amico! Bolgheri's not to be missed either; it's Tuscany's wine capital, after all.

Most travelers fly into Pisa and make a beeline straight for the sparkling coast of the Cinque Terre. Not you, though.

Nope, you've done research. Meaning you've read my article on one of Italy's best-kept secrets, Sestri Levante!

And when you're back? Write me a postcard!

I'm dying to know how many jars of pesto can fit into a carry-on :-)