About PAOLO MARI

Stories from the road, practical guides and tips for driving across Tuscany and coastal Italy — collected by Paolo from Florence.

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Paolo Mari profile

Who I am

Born and based in Florence, I travel by car and share route-tested guides, concise tips for coastal driving and personal reflections about places off the tourist trail. My approach is practical: clear routes, refuelling notes, and local insights that save time and enrich experiences.

Years on road
12+
Guides published
45
Countries explored
9

My travel philosophy

I prefer slower roads, local cafés and scenic detours. Practicality meets curiosity: every guide includes estimated driving times, parking tips and one local recommendation — a trattoria, viewpoint or hidden beach.

Clarity

Clear, step-by-step routes with landmarks and mileposts.

Realistic timing

Driving times reflect stops, narrow roads and local speeds.

Local tips

One recommended place to eat or rest on every route.

Selected guides

Tuscany hills
Tuscany Road Itinerary

Week-long loop through Chianti, Val d'Orcia and lesser-known villages.

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Coastal drive
Coastal Driving Tips

How to enjoy Italy's coastlines while avoiding crowds and parking trouble.

Read
Florence alley
Florence Short Drives

Day escapes from the city to vineyards, viewpoints and quiet hamlets.

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Frequently asked

Yes — every itinerary shares notes from at least one full drive and local checks for parking and refuelling.

Yes — please use the Contacts page to send a short message with dates and preferences; I can suggest a tailored plan.

Most published guides and tips are freely available. Some detailed itineraries include optional paid services or maps indicated on the guide page.

Practical stats

Topic Typical length What I include
Day drives 2–6 hours Turn-by-turn notes, parking tips
Multi-day loops 3–7 days Overnight suggestions, scenic detours
Coastal routes Half-day – Full day Best viewpoints, safest curves

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Tell me where you're starting from and how many days you have — I'll point you to the best options.

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