MICHELE M BALLARATI

This guide gathers the best-kept lodging secrets from Caffelletto, Italy's premiere bed-and-breakfast organization. Included are enchanting private homes with rooms to let, an eighteenth-century palazzo in the heart of Florence, a seaside hideaway with a view of Mount Vesuvius, and a mountain chalet in the heart of the Dolomites. Chosen for their historic associations, locations, and comfort, these accommodations will suit the traveler craving an authentic Italian experience.The text provides thorough practical information: price ranges, directions, tips on the local cuisine, and scenic attractions. Color photographs accompany each bed and breakfast; all you have to do is decide which one to try first.