Florence, Italy

Birthplace of the Renaissance - Florence was home to the Medici Family that had so much influence - now their legacy is manifest in all sorts of edifices, art and masterpiece. The David by Michelangelo housed in the Galleria dell'Accademia is impressive. Breathtaking. The Uffizi Gallery - the 'office' Florentine style - has so much art you could literally spend a week soaking it all in. The impressive Arno River that flooded Florence back in '66 is now tamed and provides the perfect element for a beautiful photo. And don't forget to include the Ponte Vecchio in the foreground (old bridge). It was the only bridge to survive World War II bombing in Florence. 

Amazing Florence. We're off to the heart of Tuscany tomorrow. San Gimignano. Orvieto. 

Our Hotels: Italy's Great Cities Small Group Italy Tour

So our hotels we've used are as follows: 

Venice - the Hotel Saturnia and International - a 14th century palace re-concepted as a unique hotel experience. 

Florence - Grand Hotel Baglioni - centrally located in the heart of this busy district - close to the train station and the Duomo. 

Rome - Hotel d'Inghilterra 5 Star Luxury at the Spanish Steps in Roma!

Positano - Albergo Casa Albertina - a nice little 3 star with great view of the Sea in the heart of Positano. 

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