The Guide · Packing
What to Pack for Tuscany
What to bring for seven nights of tennis, wine, long lunches and springtime in Tuscany.
Our retreat takes place in the last week of April and the first days of May — Tuscany in full spring. Afternoons can be beautifully warm, while mornings on court and evenings at dinner often call for another layer. Pack in layers and you'll be ready for all of it.
Mornings
Tennis
You'll be on court most mornings, so plan for a fresh look each day.
- ✓7 tennis outfits
- ✓7 pairs of tennis socks
- ✓Tennis shoes suitable for clay courts
- ✓Visor or hat
- ✓Sunglasses
- ✓Light tennis jacket or quarter-zip for cooler mornings
- ✓Sunscreen
- ✓Reusable water bottle
- ✓Tennis bag
- ✓Racquets
- ✓Extra grips
- ✓Any braces or supports you normally play with
A note on red clay
Clay courts can leave red clay on shoes, socks and clothing. You may want to leave your favorite bright-white tennis shoes at home — unless you don't mind them getting a little dusty.
Days
Daytime & Excursions
Our days may take us to wineries, cooking classes, Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Lucca and some of Tuscany's loveliest small towns.
- ✓4–5 comfortable but polished daytime outfits
- ✓Comfortable walking shoes or stylish sneakers
- ✓Light sweater or cardigan
- ✓Light jacket
- ✓Sunglasses
- ✓Crossbody bag or small day bag
- ✓Scarf
- ✓Comfortable layers
“Think effortless Italian vacation — not overly dressy sightseeing clothes.”
Cobblestone streets are everywhere, so comfortable shoes matter more than you'd think.
Evenings
Dinners
- ✓4–5 dinner looks that mix and match
- ✓Dresses, skirts, trousers, elevated tops or polished casual pieces
- ✓One slightly dressier outfit
- ✓Comfortable but elevated shoes
- ✓Light jacket, wrap or sweater for evenings
Some dinners will feel relaxed, others a little more elevated — but formal attire is never required.
One special night
Pack One White Look 🤍
The Volley & Vine White Party
One evening during the retreat, we'll gather for our White Party. Bring one all-white (or mostly white) dinner outfit — linen, lace, a crisp shirt, a summer dress. Think Riviera ease, a glass of something sparkling, and a very good night.
Afternoons
Pool & Relaxing
- ✓1–2 swimsuits
- ✓Cover-up
- ✓Sandals
- ✓Comfortable lounge clothes
Don't forget
Travel Essentials
- ✓Passport
- ✓Chargers
- ✓European plug adapter
- ✓Portable charger
- ✓Prescription medications
- ✓Toiletries
- ✓Sunscreen
- ✓Small umbrella
- ✓Travel-size laundry detergent or stain remover
- ✓Any personal tennis recovery items
The Formula
The Volley & Vine Packing Formula
- 7 Tennis Looks
- 4–5 Daytime Looks
- 4–5 Dinner Looks
- 1 White Party Look
- 1–2 Swimsuits
- 1 Light Jacket
- 1 Sweater / Cardigan
- Comfortable Walking Shoes
- Clay-Friendly Tennis Shoes
Volley & Vine
Pack light. Leave room for Italy.
Save a little space in your suitcase for wine, olive oil, a leather bag from Florence — and whatever else you discover along the way.