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Happy Holidays!

December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 DonnaUncategorized

We are feeling optimistic these days. We’re leaving behind the disaster that was 2020 and happily plunging into 2021 with confidence that we (and you) will be back to planning trips and dreaming of new[…]

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The Florentine

November 14, 2020November 14, 2020 DonnaUncategorized

I have just discovered this wonderful UK based website that writes about all things Tuscan. Travel stories with great photos, food, wine and restaurants and local news are all in English. I’ve spent the morning[…]

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2021

November 10, 2020November 10, 2020 DonnaUncategorized

Optimism is in the air this week as we all cross our fingers for a new and effective vaccine against COVID-19. I have been hearing for months from people who can’t wait to travel again–I[…]

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Learning to speak the language

April 28, 2020April 28, 2020 DonnaUncategorized

More than twenty years ago, before my first trip to Italy, I took a six-week evening course geared for tourists. I learned a lot in that class and more important–I learned that knowing some of[…]

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The Future . . .

April 27, 2020April 27, 2020 DonnaUncategorized

Times are uncertain, but someday soon we will all be able to air out the suitcases, dust off the passports and plan trips to our favorite destinations. I personally can’t wait!! I know that some[…]

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Our lively village

January 12, 2020January 12, 2020 DonnaUncategorized

On the first Sunday of each month, Duras hosts a professional antiques fair in the market square. I can’t begin to tell you about all the charming and unusual (AND CHEAP!) treasures I have discovered[…]

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Happiest Holidays!!

December 21, 2019December 21, 2019 DonnaUncategorized

Thanks so much to everyone who called, emailed, texted, inquired and eventually went to either Casa Castigliana or the Clocktower Cottage this year. We have thoroughly enjoyed seeing your photos and hearing your wonderful stories[…]

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We’re having a contest!

December 7, 2019December 7, 2019 DonnaUncategorized

If you’re thinking about going to the Clocktower Cottage in Duras, here’s a preview. My new novel The Mattress Vendor, which is set in Duras and nearby villages, is now available at amazon.com in both[…]

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Black Friday Special Pricing!

November 28, 2019November 28, 2019 DonnaUncategorized

Book one week before Friday night at 10 p.m. EST and get a second week at half price. This deal is good for both Casa Castigliana and the Clocktower Cottage. Get in touch soon!!

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New garden photos

September 13, 2019September 13, 2019 DonnaUncategorized

Day and evening, there is no better spot to watch the world go by. Come see for yourself!

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