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.
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.
Recommended Rental Agencies, Apartments and Villas in Italy
The best part of this special report - a listing of over 50 agencies, apartments and villas that we've tried and like - from apartments rentals in Rome to villas overlooking the Amalfi Coast.
Ring THIS Bell for Unique Florentine Experiences
If you've done the Uffizi, done the Accademia and Santa Croce, and still want something more, we have just what's right for you. How about yoga and cooking classes in Tuscany? Olive-picking excursions?
Hitting the Links: Playing Golf in Italy
There are some incredible golf courses in the Lakes, Tuscany and Lazio where travelers can experience golf in Italy. Lots of details on where to stay, where to play and special Italian golf notes.
Santo Spirito Reopens in Florence
One of Florence's most prized historic and religious gems, the 15th-century Basilica di Santo Spirito, has reopened its doors after having been closed to the public for two years.
A Resource for Shopping Till You Drop in Florence
Planning a trip to Florence? The author of this handy shopping guide describes over 70 shops as if she's creating a sort of "treasure map" for a friend who wants to discover Florence's little-known gems.
Disney Tour Does Italy
Adventures by Disney gives families a new and organized way to tour Italy and make it fun for young and old family members alike. Our writer takes her family of one of their first Italy tours.
Noteworthy Italy Hotel Openings
Check out these new digs in Florence, Milan, Rome, Venice, Puglia, Sicily and Tuscany. Lots of new Italy hotels are opening up and we at Dream of Italy have all the info you need.
It Pays to Become a Friend of the Uffizi Museum
Find out from Dream of Italy how becoming a member of the association Friends of the Uffizi can save you time waiting in line at one of Florence's most popular museums.
