Girl in Florence

• 5 Reasons Why Engelberg Makes for the Perfect Weekend Escape  1 week ago Glancing up and seeing a slowly-spinning gondola with a massive Swiss flag emboldened on the bottom seemed to perfectly emphasize just how cool it is to get to the top of Titlis mountain.  It feels like the top of the world in many ways, it is around these parts. At 3,238 meters above sea level,...
• How to Visit the Island of Capri During Low Season 8 months ago This was originally published in 2018 but has been updated in November 2021.  This is a special guest post by my friend Holly Star who together with her husband, run Michel’angelo Capri, both of them are incredible people who have most definitely opened my eyes to just how dynamic this island...
• The Best Gifts This Year for Italy Lovers 8 months ago This holiday gift guide for Italy in 2021 is a true labor of love, folks. I know I have dropped the ball with my monthly event’s roundups but you will be happy to know that from December 1st, I will have them regularly up on the blog again.   The truth is that this girl […] The post The Best...
• What to Do in September 2021 in Florence, Italy: Events & More 10 months ago Ahhh, glorious September. Normally this month in Florence Italy, there is a real buzz of excitement, as it coincides with the classic “rientro” or return period after the traditional summer holidays.  You’ll find locals bronzed and happy, (well, those lucky enough to have escaped this...
• Sale Season: A Family Affair. Shopping at Barberino Designer Outlet in Tuscany 11 months ago Sale season in Italy has always been a much-anticipated time for many of us always keen on a good deal. Admittedly, I have always found shopping in Italy quite challenging at least in the clothing arena. As someone who is both tall with healthy hips, it can be discouraging to constantly play the...

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