Then the pernicious charm of Italy worked on her, and, instead of acquiring information, she began to be happy. E.M Forster, A Room with a View I blame E.M. Forster. His 1908 novel, A Room with a View, marked the beginning of my enduring love affair with the Italian city of Florence. This was cemented […]
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Planning a Solo Trip to Florence? Everything You Need to Know
I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve been to Florence. As a serial solo visitor and — ahem — not in the first flush of youth, I’ve got the first-hand knowledge you need to plan your trip with confidence. Below you’ll find the best things to see, tips on where to stay and eat, […]
I fell head over heels with Florence as a wide-eyed 20-something solo traveller on her first big trip to Europe. During the next thirty years, that passion was rekindled over more repeat visits than I can count. This 3-day Florence itinerary follows in the footsteps of Michelangelo and the Medici, taking in my favourite things […]
Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance and home to some of the greatest paintings on the planet. From the Uffizi’s iconic galleries to the frescoed walls of ancient churches, this city is essentially one enormous art museum. But which paintings should you actually seek out? As a Renaissance obsessive and serial visitor to […]
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