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Category: Europe

Las Fallas: A “must see” Spanish experience

When I traveled to Spain back in 2005 I was…

Venice: A decaying beauty

This past week the world watched as an icon of…

To Market: Mercat de la Boqueria

Mercat de la Boqueria is one of the beating hearts…

72 hours in Florence: The essentials

Since the first time I stepped foot in Italy nearly 15 years ago I knew I was in love. Some places have spoken to me more than others and a recent trip to Florence might have been the most touching so far. We spent a whole week wandering the compact city, but I know most people experience Florence in only two or three days so I have crammed some of the highlights into a three-day option.

Sunset views over the Arno, Florence, Italy