Known for its picturesque sights and serene beach atmosphere that attracts celebrities, weekend jetsetters and college students across the world, the Amalfi Coast is an Italian paradise. It’s located in the region of Campania, home to a variety of renowned destinations like Naples, Pompeii and the Island of Capri, particularly attractive in the months of …
Carlo Caldini, the architect who founded the historic Florentine Space Club, died last month. He was 76 years old. Space has a history that spans over 40 years, beginning in February 1969, in the midst of the electrifying hippy ‘underground’ music, when Caldini, together with Mario Bolognesi and Fabrizio Fiumi, had the idea to create …
Breaking barriers between different styles of music is DJ’s Leo Martera formula for his Saturday night at Rex bar. The idea came when Martera noticed that one-musical-theme nights were beginning to bore people after a while. Thus came the intuition to mix not just songs, but also styles of music. And it worked, making Saturday …
When Warren Knight and Olivier de Molina met in China, it was clear that the two shared a passion for the finer things in life. Their bond over classic, elegant, and rich products paved the way to the opening of Warren’s dream of an interior design and accessory store in Florence; BLU Knight is offering …
How to get to the stadium: BY SHUTTLE BUS: Bus no. 52 runs from Piazza Stazione at Santa Maria Novella train station to Stadio Artemio Franchi during the two hours preceding the game. The same shuttle runs return services up to an hour after the game finishes. From Rifredi train station take bus no. 54. …
Soccer dominates Italian sporting culture, yet there are several other sports one can engage in while in Florence. Whether you are looking to cheer on horses, catch a foul ball or see a sport that you have never heard of, Florence has many events to offer. Rugby: Although seen as the evil step-brother to both …
Jogging in a crowded city with hardly any sidewalk space can be frustrating and dangerous. Luckily, Florence offers scenic routes where jogging is safe and enjoyable. Walking in the city center in the morning or evening, you are likely to encounter individuals in their sportswear, especially in parks and along the Arno. Here are six …
“Italia! Oh Italia! Thou who hast the fatal gift of Beauty”: Byron’s tribute to il bel paese still rings true today. Italy’s magnetic charm has been attracting visitors for centuries and it is easy to see why. It is almost impossible not to fall in love with this seductive country, well-known for its scenic beauty, …
Christmas celebrations kick off on December 8th which is the day of the Immaculate Conception. This day is usually also the day when Christmas decorations are officially put out in the main piazzas and when Christmas markets start to open. Then just eight days before the magical holiday, which are also known as the Novena, …
Although the sweet smell of Thanksgiving turkey and buttery mashed potatoes aren’t customary here, Florence’s American population have plenty of options to enjoy this tradition away from home. Thanksgiving is more than just food. The tradition of giving thanks started with the Wampanoag Native Americans of southeastern Massachusetts who held festivities in celebration of a …