Jonathan was our TM when I went to Tuscany last year. He is a really nice guy, very knowledgeable and easy to get on with. I think he is the kind of guy who stands back a bit and lets you get on with it but is there when you need him. I couldn't cope with his quiz though.
I really liked the hotel, the owners and staff are so lovely. Yes it is a bit basic in parts, but spotlessly clean and there is everything in the room that you need. I was quite comfortable, and felt very much at home. It is a small hotel and JY nearly take it over when the tour is full I think.
The restaurant is separate from the hotel and across the front on the beach, more or less. Lovely friendly restaurant staff and they do produce good food. I found plenty of things to keep me full. :thumbup: They even got apple juice for me because I have a problem with citrus. The only thing I wasn't keen on was having to sit at the same place for evening meal as for breakfast but that is because the main course is ordered in the morning. They produced for us a really nice special meal for the last evening and there was a disco afterwards. Drinks measures at the bar are " cough" large, and prices are pretty good.
I think the tour is really good for a taster of Tuscany and does represent good value for money. I did do one optional tour, the one to Elba, and loved the ferry ride across.
I hope you enjoy and get better weather than we did!