Even with all of amazing and iconic sites to see in Florence alone, a two week stay gave us plenty of opportunity to explore all of Tuscany and even into neighbouring Umbria. These days trips were highlights of our time in Italy. We used Viator to book our excursions for no reason other than I…
Month: November 2024
Art of the Italian Renaissance
Florence is an art lovers dream destination. It is often touted as the birthplace of the Renaissance movement showcasing leading edge architecture, art and sculpture, and a meeting place for some of the best artists of their time – Masaccio, Brunelleschi, Donatello and others. The Renaissance is said to have started in Italy during the…
Eating Fresh & Local
To truly immerse yourself in the culture of a new country you must experience their culinary traditions. If you have food allergies or sensitivities, or are just a picky eater, this can be truly terrifying. However, preparing your own food from what is fresh and local is one way to embrace this facet of travel….
A Day In Milan
Being so close to the second largest city in Italy and not at least spending a day visiting its most iconic sites seemed a waste, so we planned a day trip to Milan from our home base in Florence. Two sites topped our list of must sees; Da Vinci’s The Last Supper and the Milan…