Luxury hotels are, well, a luxury ... there are plenty of other beautiful farmstays in Tuscany and around the world that will offer an authentic, rustic experience at a much more affordable ...

Guests shouldn't expect a slice of Tuscany – as in the rustic region of Italy – when they book a night at this hotel. What they should anticipate is a modern Murray Hill boutique ...

With its rolling hills, sun-kissed vineyards and medieval hilltop towns, it is little wonder Tuscany is the destination of choice for the A-list. But now it seems a chance to taste la dolce vita ...