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The Leonardo Interactive Museum in the historic center of Florence, Italy is a permanent exhibition…
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Iconic Trees in Tuscany + Where to Photograph Them
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San Donato in Poggio – A Tiny, Lively Chianti Village
You’ve climbed the Torre Grossa in San Gimignano, stared at Michelangelo’s David in Florence, and…
Toy Stores in Florence, Italy – Our Family’s Top 5
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I imagine asking someone from Florence where to get the best gelato is like asking…
Cerreto Guidi – A 2022 Guide to the Tiny Tuscan Village
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The 11 Places to See the Art of Michelangelo in Florence + Map & Checklist
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The Medici In Florence – Where To See Their Influence + Map
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2022 Michelin Star Restaurants in Tuscany + Tips and Map
Are you looking for a Michelin star restaurant for your time in Tuscany? True, you…
Montepulciano With Kids – 8 Best Things To Do + Helpful Tips
At first glance, Montepulciano doesn’t seem like a great place to bring your children. The…
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The Pinocchio Park in Tuscany opened its doors tanto tempo fa (a long time ago)…
Michelangelo Books – Our 14 Favorites For Adults & Kids
Michelangelo is one of history’s most talented and fascinating artists, so it’s no wonder there…
Tuscany in Winter – 11 Things To Do That Will Make You Glad You Came
It’s true, you probably don’t think of winter when you imagine the ideal time to…
35 Facts About Tuscany – Food, Culture, People, Language, Geography & More
You may already know some facts about Tuscany, like that it’s the birthplace of many…
Giotto’s Bell Tower – Our Favorite Climb In Florence
Everyone talks about climbing the Duomo while in Florence, but our favorite climb in the…
Best Tuscan Cookbooks To Gift (According To A Mom In Tuscany)
Are you looking for the best Tuscan cookbooks to give as gifts? Cookbooks are a…
15 Things To Do In Florence At Night – A Local’s Advice
Florence at night is a completely different city than during the day. The daytime can…
Forte dei Marmi With Kids – 11 Best Things To Do
Are you thinking of visiting Forte dei Marmi, Italy with kids? Forte dei Marmi is…
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THE TUSCAN MOM
Ciao and welcome to our corner of Italy. I look forward to sharing travel tips with you and giving you a glimpse of life in beautiful Tuscany!
