Several days spent heeding the advice of Florentine friends and acquaintances (and, even better, accompanying them to favorite haunts) yielded an idiosyncratic but highly recommended list of restaurants in Florence.
A Roman Christmas
Spending Christmas in the Eternal City? Our writer tells us everything she knows about Roman Christmas traditions as well as some non-traditional ways to spend the holidays in Rome.
On the Trail of Fontina Valle d’Aosta
Italy's smallest region offers up some amazing cheeses - among them Fontina. Read on for some of the best places to taste it in Italy as well as a winter recipe incorporating Fontina at home.
A Rome Hotel Suite Unlike Any Other
Did you know that the largest hotel suite in Europe can be found in Rome? All 11,700 square feet of it. Read on to get the latest on what this hotel offers and why an experience here would be surely exceptional.
Four Seasons Hotel Opens in Florence
After seven long years, the Four Seasons finally opens in Florence...and doesn't disappoint. Read on to find out our take on the details- including location, amenities and even a valuable collection of artwork.
Rome Hotel: There’s Room at the Inn
Our writer called her visit to this hotel near Rome's ancient wonders, "one of the great hotel stays of my life." Read on to find out just what made her experience in this Roman hotel so special.
Bagno Vignoni: Tiny Tuscan Gem
This well preserved and tiny Tuscan town (population: 36) boasts healing waters, sweeping views and a multitude of history. Read on for details on where to stay, what to eat, and of course, where to bathe.
Spa Life at Tuscany’s Hotel Adler Thermae
As far as Tuscan spas go, the Hotel Adler Thermae, which opened four years ago, is the new kid on the block. Yet the raison d'etre of the hotel -- the nearby thermal waters -- have been celebrated for thousands of years and the family managing the resort has been in the hospitality business for nearly two centuries.
Live the Bond, James Bond, Experience at these Tuscany Rentals
The latest James Bond movie, Quantum of Solace,, has scenes filmed in Tuscany. Find out how you can stay in the villa where some scenes were shot and rent a lavish apartment as part of a Bond-themed package.
How to Rent a Villa in Italy: Tips for First-Timers
Never rented an apartment or villa abroad before? No worries! Now is the time--here are six things to do to insure a hassle-free experience renting in Italy-- straight from the mouths of those who have been doing it for years.
