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Florence: Street Art & Oddities, pt. 2

Beyond the Duomo and the David, Florence hosts a wealth of surprise street art, fun architectural details, and free art installations....

Tuscany: What's blooming in May?

It's hard to believe we're 3 months into the flowering season here in Tuscany, and after our February magnolias, March cherry trees, and...

On the Road in Southern Tuscany: Pitigliano, Sovana, Sorano & Saturnia

Tuscany is so big, there are still places I've never seen in my 25 years of guiding here. So I was thrilled to have the chance to visit...

Florence: what's blooming in February?

It's still cold outside with nighttime temps around freezing, but the days are getting warmer and the sun is bringing out the first...

Winter in Tuscany: San Gimignano, Volterra & Pisa

Most people think of Italy as a summer destination and come for the beaches and al fresco dining, but that's also when it's hot and...

November in Florence: Fewer Tourists, Cheaper Prices, and a Gentle Sun

Sure, the weather may be risky in November, but it's also a great time to visit the Tuscany. Most of the tourists have gone home, the...

Autumn in Tuscany: Crisp days, Stormy nights

Buongiorno! I can't believe it's been a month since my last post! I've been traveling a lot and actually had one TOUR (Greek Islands...

Pitti Palace: the Modern Art Collection

Hey, it's museum day! I managed a quick visit to the imposing Pitti Palace a few weeks ago, right before they shut the museums down again...

Florence: Street Art & Oddities

Wandering the streets of Florence you see all sorts of interesting things, from the ancient to the modern... In a city known for...