Claudia took us to Aresco, a town she knows intimately, and shared exquisite details about the history, buildings, architecture, art and the life, when all the history began. The town was uncrowded, unlike Florence, so we enjoyed an intimate, leisurely stroll throughout the day. I should mention she arranged all the train fares, a welcome service. Our lunch was special. We dined in a spacious back room in a family owned "ristorante". The Grandmother and daughter served us. The food was FRESH and full of flavor. I ordered a "buffet" of fresh, grilled, roasted vegetables from the local farms. My pork roast was so tender it melted in my mouth. The variety-Abbondanza di cibo! I walked out feeling light as when I entered. Claudia gets all credit because she recommended the tour based on our input. It's a pleasure when a person listens and then performs accordingly.