Making a Venetian Dream Come True

Dream of taking off someday for a unforgettable experience as a non-tourist? Read on for part one of Linda Burbank's report on the details of her dream life as an expat in the winter wonderland of Venice.

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These Small, Elegant Florence Hotels Feel Like Home

Heading over to Florence, Italy? Get the scoop on the service and amenities at four of Florence's new crop of hotels. They are so tranquil and accomodating they feel more like private residences.

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The Pala: A Beautiful Object, a Florentine Eatery and a Woman Obsessed

Renowned author Barrie Kerper belives that Florence, Italy never ceases to amaze, on the first or 50th time. Join her on one of her many journeys throughout the city, to discover a divine Florence eatery and a unique excursion to the periphery of Florence.

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The Real Room With a View

Book yourself in the room where part of the 1986 film A Room With A View, takes place. The room's large terrace offers a stunning view of the city of Florence. The film is based on the E.M. Forster classic.

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Villa La Pietra’s Window on Florence, Past and Present

Read about Sir Harold Acton and the legacy left by Florence's legendary Anglo-American community nestled in the Florentine hills.We know there is so much to do and see in Florence, but don't skip over this part of town!

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The Dream Interview: Italian Cookbook Author Faith Willinger

Dream of Italy picks the brain of Italian culinary specialist and author of several Italian cookbooks, Faith Willinger, to find out about her favorite Italian ingredients and her weekly Market to Table cooking classes held in Florence.

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A Book for When You Have Tuscany in Mind

With excerpts from Edith Wharton, E.M. Forster, and more contemporary authors, Tuscany in Mind discusses the Italian region from many lovely angles. Read on for our reviews and insights.

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A Good Guide is (No Longer) Hard to Find

A good tour guide is invaluable,
for Florentine first
timers and regulars, and Dario
Castagno Tours provides some of
the best. Read on to find out why.

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Friends of Florence Save Famous Treasures

Learn about membership to a group that has been devoted to preseving and enhancing the historical integrity of the arts in and around Florence, even raising the $200,000 needed to do the diagnostic testing of the David.

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