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KAWS at Palazzo Strozzi

KAWS at Palazzo Strozzi: When Florence Speaks Pop

When Florence Meets Pop “KAWS… who exactly is that?” my friend Louise asked, as we strolled through the cobbled streets of Florence. She’s visiting for the Toulouse-Lautrec exhibition, and like most first-time visitors, she’s enchanted by how effortlessly the city balances grandeur and everyday life. We had no coffee cups in hand — because in […]

Savona Surprises

Savona Surprises: Finding Magic in Italy’s Quiet Port City

Discover the quiet charm of Savona — from bustling markets and hidden chapels to late-night focaccia and the true dolce far niente of Liguria.

La Via del Tè – When Florence Learned to Drink Tea

La Via del Tè – When Florence Learned to Drink Tea

Discover La Via del Tè in Florence — the elegant tea house bringing Tuscan-grown green tea and Italian style to the world of tea. A story of flavor, culture, and slow living in the heart of Tuscany.

Finally in Europe

The Call of the Ocean – Finding Home at Sea After Sixty

Some encounters change the course of your life. Mine began on a quiet evening in Florence, when I met a woman whose vision reshaped the way I see the world: Viktoria, the founder of Victoria Cruises Line. A Night in Florence It was an intimate event near Palazzo Vecchio, where travel and art blended together […]

My Experience at the XV Florence Biennale

My Experience at the XV Florence Biennale

An inspiring journey through the XV Florence Biennale, where light and darkness, dream and design meet. Featuring Tim Burton, Maurizio Galimberti, and Patricia Urquiola — a must-see for every art lover in Florence.

Street Food of Florence 3– Porchetta, the Fragrant Tuscan Wonder

Street Food of Florence 3 – Porchetta, the Fragrant Tuscan Wonder

Discover Porchetta, Tuscany’s most beloved street food — crispy on the outside, tender within, and infused with wild fennel and rosemary. Explore the history, flavor, and the best places to try this Italian culinary icon in Florence and beyond.

A Winter Fairytale: Experiencing Christmas Magic at Disneyland Paris

A Winter Fairytale: Experiencing Christmas Magic at Disneyland Paris

Step into the magic of Disneyland Paris this Christmas! From Mickey’s Dazzling Christmas Parade to twinkling lights, sweet treats, and the spectacular drone show above Sleeping Beauty Castle — discover why winter at Disneyland Paris is pure enchantment.

24 Hours in the Marais – Paris’ Secret Museum Village

24 Hours in the Marais – Paris’ Secret Museum Village

Explore Paris’ Marais district in 24 hours: hidden museums, intimate 17th-century mansions, Musée Carnavalet, Musée Picasso, Maison de Victor Hugo, and the magical Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature exhibition.

Between Pumpkins and Saints: Tuscany’s Take on Halloween and Ognissanti

Between Pumpkins and Saints: Tuscany’s Take on Halloween and Ognissanti

Discover how Tuscany celebrates both Halloween and All Saints’ Day with ancient rituals, local legends, and a table full of seasonal recipes — from pumpkin tian and spooky brownies to the traditional pan co’ santi bread

Impruneta – The Terracotta Heart of Tuscany

Impruneta – The Terracotta Heart of Tuscany

Discover Impruneta, Tuscany’s terracotta village near Florence. Explore ancient kilns, visit the Grape Festival, and enjoy wine tastings among olive groves and rolling hills — where art, history, and craftsmanship meet.