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#1 - 5/26/2026 - The Hotel Terme di Saturnia resort and hot springs in Saturnia, Italy for a restful one night stay.
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#2 - 5/26/2026 - Holt and Joe A. about to have their dinner in the restaurant of the Hotel Terme di Saturnia resort and hot springs in Saturnia, Italy.
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#3 - 5/26/2026 - Holt enjoying his dinner in the restaurant of the Hotel Terme di Saturnia resort and hot springs in Saturnia, Italy.
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#4 - 5/26/2026 - Holt and Joe A. coolly waiting in the air conditioned lobby of the Hotel Terme di Saturnia while their room air conditioning gets fixed (or not!).
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#5 - 5/27/2026 - The next day they go to the free hot springs at Terme di Saturnia in Saturnia, Italy.
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#6 - 5/27/2026 - Holt beside the free hot springs at Terme di Saturnia in Saturnia, Italy.
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#7 - 5/27/2026 - Amanda, Holt and Joe A. at the free hot springs at Terme di Saturnia in Saturnia, Italy.
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#8 - 5/27/2026 - Amanda and Holt in the free hot springs at Terme di Saturnia in Saturnia, Italy.
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#9 - 5/27/2026 - Amanda and Holt in the free hot springs at Terme di Saturnia in Saturnia, Italy.
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#10 - 5/27/2026 - Amanda and Holt in the free hot springs at Terme di Saturnia in Saturnia, Italy.
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#11 - 5/27/2026 - Joined by more people in the free hot springs at Terme di Saturnia in Saturnia, Italy.
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#12 - 5/27/2026 - A view from the free hot springs at Terme di Saturnia in Saturnia, Italy.
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#13 - 5/27/2026 - A view from the free hot springs at Terme di Saturnia in Saturnia, Italy.
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#14 - 5/27/2026 - Holt in the free hot springs at Terme di Saturnia in Saturnia, Italy.
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#15 - 5/27/2026 - Holt in the free hot springs at Terme di Saturnia in Saturnia, Italy.
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#16 - 5/27/2026 - Holt in the free hot springs at Terme di Saturnia in Saturnia, Italy.
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#17 - 5/27/2026 - Holt in the free hot springs at Terme di Saturnia in Saturnia, Italy.
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#18 - 5/27/2026 - Holt, Amanda and Joe A. at the free hot springs at Terme di Saturnia in Saturnia, Italy.
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#19 - 5/27/2026 - Holt and Amanda scoop some rocks from the bottom of the free hot springs at Terme di Saturnia in Saturnia, Italy.
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#20 - 5/27/2026 - The free hot springs at Terme di Saturnia in Saturnia, Italy.
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#21 - 5/27/2026 - A view on the road from Saturnia to Montepulciano, Italy.
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#22 - 5/27/2026 - On the road from Saturnia, Italy to the hilltop town of Montepulciano.
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#23 - 5/27/2026 - As seen on the drive from Saturnia to Montepulciano, the Fortezza di Radicofani, a medieval fortress located in Tuscany, Italy. Situated on a scenic hill within the Val d'Orcia region. The fortress is famous for its association with Ghino di Tacco, known as the "Tuscan Robin Hood," who used it as a refuge. It served a vital military function for centuries, controlling traffic and pilgrimages along the Via Francigena route to Rome.
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#24 - 5/27/2026 - Walking into the hilltop town of Montepulciano.
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#25 - 5/27/2026 - A narrow street in the historic hilltop town of Montepulciano, located in the Tuscany region of Italy. The tall, stone clock tower in the center belongs to the town hall (Palazzo Comunale). The town is famous for its Renaissance palaces, moody wine bars, and its association with the Volturi in the Twilight saga. This street, known as Via di San Donato, leads towards the Piazza Grande, the main square where the town hall is located.
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#26 - 5/27/2026 - This panoramic view features the scenic Tuscan countryside and medieval architecture characteristic of the region. The image captures a landscape view from the hilltop town of Montepulciano. The expansive green fields visible below are part of the Val d'Orcia, a famous agricultural valley. Montepulciano is highly regarded for its wine production, particularly the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.
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#27 - 5/27/2026 - The scenic Tuscan countryside and medieval architecture characteristic of the region. The image captures a landscape view from the hilltop town of Montepulciano. The expansive green fields visible below are part of the Val d'Orcia, a famous agricultural valley. Montepulciano is highly regarded for its wine production, particularly the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.
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#28 - 5/27/2026 - The scenic Tuscan countryside and medieval architecture characteristic of the region. The image captures a landscape view from the hilltop town of Montepulciano. The expansive green fields visible below are part of the Val d'Orcia, a famous agricultural valley. Montepulciano is highly regarded for its wine production, particularly the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.
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#29 - 5/27/2026 - As viewed from Montepulciano, the landscape of the rolling hills, vineyards, and a historic hilltop town in the Tuscany region of Italy. The medieval hilltop village of Civitella Marittima, located in the province of Grosseto, Tuscany, Italy. Perched high on a wooded hill in the Ombrone River valley, overlooking the surrounding Maremma landscape. A historic fortified borgo with Etruscan-Roman foundations and remaining medieval walls.
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#30 - 5/27/2026 - Piazza Grande in the historic hilltop town of Montepulciano, Italy. The well in the left background between the two buildings is known as Pozzo dei Grifi e dei Leoni, the "Well of the Griffins and Lions," featuring a travertine structure with the coat of arms of the Medici family. The town hall, designed by Michelozzo, is visible with its clock tower. The cathedral, Duomo di Montepulciano, sits on the right side of the square.
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#31 - 5/27/2026 - Piazza Grande in the historic hilltop town of Montepulciano, Italy. The well on the left is known as Pozzo dei Grifi e dei Leoni, the "Well of the Griffins and Lions," featuring a travertine structure with the coat of arms of the Medici family.
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#32 - 5/27/2026 - Piazza Grande in the historic hilltop town of Montepulciano, Italy. This well is known as Pozzo dei Grifi e dei Leoni, the "Well of the Griffins and Lions," featuring a travertine structure with the coat of arms of the Medici family.
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#33 - 5/27/2026 - Piazza Grande in the historic hilltop town of Montepulciano, Italy. The cathedral, Duomo di Montepulciano, sits on the right side of the square.
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#34 - 5/27/2026 - Montepulciano Cathedral, also known as the Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta. The cathedral was constructed between 1586 and 1680 on the foundations of an older parish church. The exterior is known for its austere, unadorned facade, while the massive, unfinished bell tower is a surviving structure from the original medieval parish church. The cathedral houses significant art, including a 1401 triptych of the Assumption of the Virgin by Taddeo di Bartolo and the funerary monument of Bartolomeo Aragazzi by Michelozzo.
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#35 - 5/27/2026 - Amanda, Holt and Joe A. in the historic hill town of Montepulciano viewing the rolling landscape of the Val d'Orcia region in Tuscany, Italy. The view features characteristic Tuscan elements such as rows of meandering cypress trees lining winding roads.
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#36 - 5/27/2026 - Holt and Amanda on Via di Talosa in the medieval hilltop town of Montepulciano, Italy. On the left is Meublé Il Riccio, a historic hotel. The hotel is known for its panoramic views of the Tuscan landscape, particularly from its rooftop terrace. The building itself is a centuries-old structure positioned just steps away from the historic center's Piazza Grande.
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#37 - 5/27/2026 - Joe A. and Holt in the Piazza Grande in the Tuscan hilltop town of Montepulciano, Italy. The large building in the center is the Montepulciano Cathedral (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta). The area is famously home to the Palazzo Comunale (town hall) and historic cellars for Vino Nobile wine.
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#38 - 5/27/2026 - A view of the Tuscan countryside from the Tuscan hilltop town of Montepulciano, Italy.
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#39 - 5/27/2026 - A view of the Tuscan countryside over the rooftops of the Tuscan hilltop town of Montepulciano, Italy.
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#40 - 5/27/2026 - Amanda taking a photo of the Tuscan countryside from the scenic overlook of Montepulciano in Tuscany, Italy. The area is known for its well-preserved hilltop architecture, including medieval and Renaissance structures.
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#41 - 5/27/2026 - Amanda in front of the historic Chiesa di San Francesco in the town of Montepulciano, Tuscany. The church dates back to the 13th century and was expanded by the Franciscans in the 17th century. It is located in the town's historic center, known for its panoramic views and association with local wine production.
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#42 - 5/27/2026 - Holt and Joe A. at an overlook in the historic hilltop town of Montepulciano, Italy, viewing the Tuscan countryside.
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#43 - 5/27/2026 - A map showing the great wines from Montepulciano, Italy.
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#44 - 5/27/2026 - A restaurant in the historic hill town of Montepulciano.
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#45 - 5/27/2026 - The entrance to the De Ricci Winery in the historic hill town of Montepulciano.
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#46 - 5/27/2026 - On the tour in the wine cellar of the De Ricci Winery.
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#47 - 5/27/2026 - The wine casks in the wine cellar of the De Ricci Winery.
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#48 - 5/27/2026 - Huge wine casks in the wine cellar of the De Ricci Winery.
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#49 - 5/27/2026 - The wine casks in the wine cellar of the De Ricci Winery.
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#50 - 5/27/2026 - Amanda and Holt in the wine cellar of the De Ricci Winery.
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#51 - 5/27/2026 - Wine casks in the wine cellar of the De Ricci Winery.
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#52 - 5/27/2026 - Holt walking further down into the wine cellar of the De Ricci Winery.
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#53 - 5/27/2026 - The tasting room in the De Ricci Winery.
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#54 - 5/27/2026 - Holt enjoying his grape juice in the tasting room in the De Ricci Winery.
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#55 - 5/27/2026 - Okay, now let's get serious and have a wine tasting in the De Ricci Winery.
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#56 - 5/27/2026 - Joe A. and Holt delightfully enjoying a gelato at a sidewalk cafe in the Piazza Grande of Montepulciano, Italy.
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#57 - 5/27/2026 - Amanda enjoying a cappuccino at a sidewalk cafe in the Piazza Grande of Montepulciano, Italy. In the background is the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta (Duomo).
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