Florence, similar to Venice, has a bit of a reputation for being packed full of tourists – many of whom are only in town for a day – all milling about to see the same three sights, eating at the same few restaurants (that aren’t particularly Florentine or Tuscan), and leaving. To be honest, on…
We have both been to Florence multiple times, and on a relatively recent trip to Italy, we were debating whether to even make a stop in Florence. In Alysha’s opinion (at the time), Florence is overrated because it’s just inundated with tourists, particularly in the peak summer months. However, I (Matt) am proud to say…
You’ve got your flights booked, your hotel picked out, and maybe even your bags packed for your trip to Florence, which means it’s time to figure out the details. Like where to find the best coffee in Florence. Florence, like most other cities in Italy, has a proud coffee tradition, consisting of strong espresso made…
Wondering what the best things to do in Catania are? Or maybe you’re trying to figure out whether or not you should spend any time in Catania while you’re in Sicily. Either way, you’re in the right place. In this guide, we’re going to try to convince you that you should spend a day in…
Want to do a guided tour of the Colosseum, but you’re not sure if it’s worth it? Or maybe you’re wondering what the best Colosseum Tour in Rome is when there are so many options to choose from? Either way, you’re in the right place. We’re covering our experience on a Colosseum Tour with Walks…
As I was rewriting this guide after a trip to Florence in 2025, I was thinking about the hierarchy of Italian cities when it comes to gluten free food. In my mind, there are two distinct tiers. There are the cities where you can spend a week in the city and never run out of…