In Italy, much of life takes place around the table, preparing food, talking and eating. So perhaps it’s no surprise that it has one of the world’s most impressive and exportable culinary cultures, with recipes that vary from region to region. For those who want to try their hands at these Italian recipes there are… Read more »
Read More9 Unmissable Things to do in Lucca in 2019
Discover 9 unforgettable things to do in Lucca in 2019. From a festival of flowers to the Summer Music Festival, Lucca has got something for every taste. You can hear a Puccini Opera, stroll on the top of the impressive city’s walls and visit the gorgeous churches the town is famous for. Not to mention… Read more »
Read MoreVisiting Siena from Florence: tour or public transport?
Siena, with its breathtaking historic centre, is less than 80 kilometres from Florence. This makes it an easy day trip. One you can easily make on public transport, or with a guided tour. Siena’s UNESCO listed town centre is compact enough that you can see the main sights in one day. You can easily explore… Read more »
Read More10 Non-touristy things to do in Florence
Is it still possible to find non-touristy things to do in Florence, a city that attracts millions of visitors every day? What should you do in my home town Florence if you want to blend in and not feel like a tourist? I hear you: you’re not interested in the obvious museums (but if you… Read more »
Read MoreVIP Florence Duomo & Secret Terraces Tour
Get up close to Brunelleschi’s Dome and the Secret Terraces with Ciao Florence! The Duomo is the heart of Florence. A remarkable and imposing church topped by one of the most famous domes ever created. Designed by Filippo Brunelleschi and finished in 1436, it’s the largest masonry dome in the world. While the view of… Read more »
Read MoreCinque Terre Day Tour from Florence
The Cinque Terre National Park is one of the gems of Italy, close enough to Florence to make it a popular day-trip destination. A UNESCO World Heritage site its rugged coastline shelters five (hence ‘cinque’) brightly coloured little towns that cling to the terraced hillsides above the sea. This area has been romanticised by poets… Read more »
Read More5 Italian dishes to melt your heart
I’ve lived in Italy for a while now. When I first arrived I didn’t know my mozzarella from my mortadella, but now my tastes have come of age and I’m just as fussy as any Italian when it comes to what’s on the plate in front of me. So I thought I’d let you in… Read more »
Read MoreWas “Medici: the Magnificent” shot in Florence?
If you’ve watched the second series of the Medici, you might be wondering if you can see any of those locations next time you come to Florence. Well, sorry to disappoint you, but it turns out that most of the scenes set in Florence were shot somewhere else. But that doesn’t mean you can’t see… Read more »
Read MoreBest time to visit Florence
The best time to visit Florence really depends on what you’re looking for. If you don’t fancy crowds, and you’re after a more intimate experience in this fascinating city, the best months to visit Florence are November, February, and March – being the cheapest and less crowded period. If you want warm, mild temperatures, and… Read more »
Read MoreTop 10 things to do in Florence in 2019
Deciding on the top 10 things to do in Florence is no easy task. But we’ve whittled down our long list to give you what we think are the top highlights for a visitor this year. Meet Lorenzo the Magnificent, celebrate the life of Da Vinci, visit Botticelli in his new room at the Uffizi… Read more »
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