Its sun-kissed shores are unmatched. Its seaside splendor is without equal. Its past is a tale of metamorphosis. Introducing Forte dei Marmi, the crown jewel of Tuscany’s Mediterranean coast. Those who are lucky enough to know it know it well and have been vacationing there for decades, ensuring that the spirit remains unspoiled. Candy-colored umbrellas, each representative of its respective beach club, dot the pristine sands, and in the background, the Apuan Alps stand regally in the distance. Tucked into these mountains, Carrara and Pietrasanta have welcomed and inspired renowned sculptors, from Michelangelo to Jeff Koons.