A quick search of Tuscany, and you’ll be swooped into a plethora of information about Florence, the region’s crowning jewel. And for good reason – with its shimmering Duomo, outstanding art scene, and Renaissance architecture attracting between ten and sixteen million tourists each year. However, there are plenty of other…
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How to Spend the Perfect 2 Days in Florence
Florence, in Tuscany, is one of those towns in the world that you have to visit once in a lifetime, and no matter how many hours and days you spend exploring this architectural marvel of a city, Florence will always leave you craving for more – especially if you are…
7 Best Boutique Hotels in Florence
The boutique hotel combines the quaint, personal attention and unique personal touches of an inn or bed and breakfast with the luxury of a big hotel. The term brings to mind the difference between shopping at a small boutique store versus a big box chain. They are smaller than a…
How To Spend the Perfect Week in Italy
Ah, Italy! A country so chocked full of wonderful treasures, fabulous food and local color, you could easily spend a lifetime exploring its fantastic sights. Unfortunately, most travelers don’t have unlimited time to do this. Some people may only have a week. While one week in Italy is not very…
8 Magical Day Trips from Florence You’ll Never Forget
Florence is one of Italy’s most popular tourist destinations, but just outside of the famous city are many attractive spots that can be reached by a short trip. Visitors to Florence can get out of the city and enjoy some peace and quiet at a vineyard or charming town. A…
Renaissance City: Florence’s Top Attractions
The capital city of Italy’s Tuscany region, Florence is internationally esteemed for its high concentration of Renaissance art and architecture. Because it served as a wealthy and important center for medieval trade and commerce, the city gave birth to the Italian Renaissance movement. Florence is also credited with propagating many…