While we were visiting Florence, we decided to take a day trip through the Tuscan hills in Italy. We wanted to explore the medieval countryside, enjoy local Chianti wine, & visit medieval Siena. After our full day of exploring Florence (see here for Part 1 & Part 2), the Tuscan Hills were a great escape to enjoy the views of the surrounding towns. We woke up early to head out & rented a car near…
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In the heart of Italy, Florence is a beautiful medieval city. It was the birthplace of the Renaissance and throughout the city, the architecture, sculptures, & paintings show this rich history. Being in the city takes me back in time and it always inspires me reflecting on the intellectual and architectural marvels that occurred in the city. This Florence travel guide helps outline where to stay, how to get to the city, & what to…
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Lake Como is often overlooked on most travels to Italy. Frankly for me, it took 6 trips before I found this gem. Nestled north of Milan among the Alps, this lake has sparkling blue water and snow frosted peaks. It’s easy to see why this has been a popular destination since Roman times. With Lake Como being only one stop on my journey, I had to make the most of the 24 hours I had…
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Lake Como is often overlooked on most travels to Italy. Frankly for me, it took 6 trips before I found this gem. Nestled north of Milan among the alps, this lake is a popular oasis for many wealthy people and has been since the Roman Empire. With the sparkling blue water and snow frosted peaks, it is easy to see why. With Lake Como being only one stop on my journey, I had to make…
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