Live the Tuscan life!  Four guests will enjoy the experience of Fall Tuscan cooking at The Villa Lucia located in Montevettilini, located between Florence and Pisa, the last week of October 2010.  Villa Lucia prides itself as a unique destination in a relaxing, rustic atmosphere.  The guest rooms are a wonderful mixture of antique charm and modern comforts. Each room has been meticulously renovated and is furnished comfortably with  handmade quilts and terra cotta tiled floors. Guests can also enjoy a traditional Italian "nightcap" from their very own decanter of Vin Santo.  This package includes a five-day cooking course that combines lessons in the traditional methods of the Tuscan region, daily preparation of meals and off site excursions to local artisans such as chocolate makers, wineries, and olive oil mills.  An additional offering is a day trip to Modena to view the production of prosciutto, Parmaigiano and the making of Balsamico which is a truly gastronomical experience.   Our location is ideal for day trips to exciting tourist destinations that can be arranged in advance.  Package includes breakfast and all meals prepared during cooking classes at the Villa and a $2000 American Express Gift Card to use as a travel  allowance.