Tuscany's agriturismi are working farms required by law to produce what they serve, which means dinner comes from fifty metres away and children can watch the olive oil, honey or pecorino happen. The Val d'Orcia, south of Siena, has the postcard landscape plus pools with views wasted on the under-tens. Book one that advertises animals and cooking sessions — pasta-making with a Tuscan nonna beats any kids' club — and go in May or September.
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