You've been invited to apply for a featured placement in one of the most-read travel listicles of 2026.
Planning a Tuscany Trip This Summer? Here's the Only Itinerary You Need
Planning a Tuscany Trip This Summer? Here's the Only Itinerary You Need
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PUBLISHING PARTNER
USA Today
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PUBLISHING MONTH
APPLICATION DEADLINE
April 31st
May
Note: The editorial team may lightly refine the final headline closer to publication date for seasonal relevance and client alignment. The core theme and positioning will remain the same.
What's included.
Why the timing matters
This feature includes a maximum of 10 participants across Tuscany — spanning hotels, wineries, restaurants, and experiences. Spots are allocated by category and by region, meaning once a category is filled in a specific area, no additional applicants from that same category will be considered.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Categories can close before the final deadline — once your category fills, your spot is gone regardless of when you apply.
Spring is peak planning season for American travelers. Decisions about where to stay, eat, and explore are being made right now — and the properties and experiences that appear in this itinerary will be the ones they book. The publication window is intentionally timed to capture that last-minute decision-making surge, placing your business in front of high-intent travelers at exactly the moment they're ready to commit.
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THE AMPLIFICATION FACTOR
The list doesn’t just feature you. It surrounds you.
Every other participant in this feature has its own audience — loyal, high-spending travelers who already trust that property's taste and judgment.
When they share this article, their followers see your business positioned alongside a brand they already respect. You're not being introduced as unknown. You're being vouched for by association.
That's a different kind of visibility than an ad can create. It compounds every time another participant shares — wider reach, elevated perception, lasting credibility.
About the publisher— USA Today
A Global Standard in Travel Media
USA Today is the most widely read news brand in America — and its travel vertical is where millions of Americans turn when planning their next trip. With an editorial voice that blends accessibility with authority, it reaches high-intent travelers at the exact moment they're researching, comparing, and deciding.
Why it matters to you?
A USA Today feature places your property or experience in front of a massive, geographically diverse American audience actively planning summer travel right now. With domain authority of 93+, every placement delivers immediate visibility and lasting SEO value — a permanent, high-authority backlink that keeps driving traffic long after the article goes live.
Impact
USA Today isn't just reach — it's mainstream credibility at scale. Being featured here tells American travelers, travel agents, and booking platforms that your brand is the real deal. It's an evergreen asset you can leverage across PR, social, email, and sales conversations — a third-party endorsement from the most recognized news brand in the country.
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Monthly unique visitors on USA Today digital platforms
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Extremely high domain authority and rating
35%
Of traffic driven by high-intent Google organic search
Who Is This Feature For?
This itinerary feature is reserved for a curated selection of Tuscany's finest properties and experiences, chosen to represent the gold standard for American travelers visiting the region.
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Luxury Hotels & Resorts — For properties that want to be positioned as essential Tuscany stays for high-end American travelers.
Boutique & Design-Led Hotels — Ideal for hotels with a strong architectural or conceptual identity where atmosphere and design tell the story.
Historic Villas & Heritage Properties — For accommodations rooted in Tuscan history and culture, offering immersive, place-driven stays.
Agriturismo & Countryside Retreats — For rural properties that want to attract travelers planning trips around landscape, calm, and authentic Tuscan living.
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Established Wineries & Estates — For iconic Tuscan producers seeking authoritative editorial placement with a high-spending American audience.
Boutique & Emerging Producers — For smaller wineries with a strong identity looking to gain exposure beyond traditional wine media.
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Fine Dining & Michelin-Recognized Restaurants — For top-tier culinary destinations that want positioning within a premium travel context.
Local & Trattoria-Style Restaurants — For authentic, beloved local spots that represent the soul of Tuscan dining.
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Tour Operators & Curated Experience Providers — For businesses offering private tours, cultural immersion, or off-the-beaten-path access.
Artisan, Wellness & Lifestyle Brands — For Tuscany-based concepts that complement the luxury travel experience.
The Application Process
Apply via our application form below
Our editorial team reviews all submissions for fit and alignment.
Please apply only if you’re ready to confirm participation upon selection.
If selected
You’ll receive an official confirmation email with the next steps. Within 24 hours, confirm your preferred payment method — secure payment link or bank transfer, due within 7 days of confirmation.
Our editors craft your 100–150-word editorial feature based on submitted assets (quote, bio, photos, link).
You’ll have the opportunity to review and approve your segment before publication.Your article is published on usatoday.com with an indexed backlink to your website.
You’ll also receive a press-ready link.
If not selected
You'll receive an email from our editorial team letting you know. Your application is kept on file, and you'll be added to our waitlist for upcoming features.
APPLICATION
Apply now to be considered for USA Today's Tuscany Ultimate Summer Itinerary — a curated Top 10 feature covering the finest hotels, wineries, restaurants, and experiences across Tuscany, published for millions of American travelers planning their summer trip.
Editorial note:
Access to this page is by private invitation only. If you've been directed here, your property or experience has already been identified as a strong potential fit for this feature.
Placements are confirmed on a rolling basis. Because each category and region has a strict limit, some will close well before the final deadline — we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to secure your opportunity for review.
Editorial Quality Assurance
This feature is produced as contributor content — an established format used for high-value features across the publication. It carries a regular small byline noting that “Members of the editorial and news staff of the USA TODAY Network were not involved in the creation of this content., maintaining transparency while preserving full editorial integrity. Unlike promotional or affiliate pieces, it appears without any “sponsored” or “advertisement” labeling on the article URL— ensuring your inclusion stands within USA Today’s premium storytelling framework, consistent with the publication’s tone, quality, and global authority. Final content may be subject to minor editorial adjustments to align with the publication’s tone and formatting. All key features and approved positioning are preserved.
Confidentiality Notice
We respect your privacy. All application details, personal information, and submission materials will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with third parties. The process is fully discrete and by invitation only, ensuring that only a handful of exceptional candidates are selected.
Publication Assurance
Once an application is approved and the placement fee is confirmed, inclusion in the article is 100% guaranteed. Listicles are published as cohesive editorial features that include multiple selected participants and are almost always published within the initially indicated timeframe. In rare and exceptional circumstances, minor scheduling adjustments may occur due to publisher timelines or unforeseen delays in the collection of materials. In such cases, we reserve the right to extend the publication timeline by a maximum of 30 calendar days. If publication does not occur within this maximum extension, the applicant is eligible for a full 100% refund, no questions asked.