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Condé Nast TravelerAug 27, 2026

41 Best Airbnbs in Italy, From Chic Tuscan Farmhouses to Canalside Lofts in Venice

Where to feel at home in Rome, Tuscany, Florence, Milan, and the Amalfi Coast.

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Castello di CasamassellaHotelCasamassella, ItalyVicino ad Otranto, è il luogo ideale per una esperienza unica di Relax tra Storia, Cultura, Natura e lo splendido mare…
CisterninoSightOstuni, ItalyIt is one of I Borghi più belli d'Italia.
Lido di FaggetoSightFaggetto Lario, Italy
Presswine of Palanzo museumMuseumFaggetto Lario, Italy
Ristorante Pizzeria Tipi TipiciRestaurantFaggetto Lario, Italy
Punta GaetaSightMenaggio, Italy
Bar Trattoria Pizzeria La’CuperaRestaurantMenaggio, Italy
Prato StellaSightMenaggio, Italy
Il Colombaio hiking trailTrailBlevio, Italy
Il Pratone hiking trailTrailBlevio, Italy
Sasso del Lupo parkSightBlevio, Italy
Grotta dei MitiSightBlevio, Italy
La Bolla hiking trailTrailVassena, Italy
Monte Castel di Leves hiking trailTrailVassena, Italy
Pachina GiganteSightVassena, Italy
Parco BellavistaSightVassena, Italy
Abbazia di San Nicola di CasoleSightCasamassella, Italy
Belvedere FaziSightCasamassella, Italy
Grotta TurcheseSightCasamassella, Italy
CavernetteSightCasamassella, Italy
Church of San DomenicoSightArezzo, Italy
the DuomoSightArezzo, Italy
Stadio Comunale Città di ArezzoSightArezzo, Italy
Il Castelo di RigutinelliSightArezzo, Italy
Ceglie MessapicaSightOstuni, Italy

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Lonely PlanetAug 21

Art in Florence: The Must-See Masterpieces

The art you absolutely cannot miss.

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DuomoPlace of worshipSpectacular structure with a fiery red-brick dome.
Galleria degli UffiziMuseumSee Piero della Francesca's portraits.
Brunelleschi's DomeSightClimb inside for city views.
UffiziMuseumSee Botticelli's Primavera and Birth of Venus.
AccademiaMuseumSee Michelangelo's David.
Cappelle MediceeMuseumHides hauntingly beautiful funerary sculptures.
Museo di San MarcoMuseumView Fra Angelico's frescoes.
Gates of ParadiseSightGhiberti's glittering bronze doors.
Basilica di San LorenzoPlace of worshipComplex that includes the Medici Chapels.
Basilica di Santa TrinitaPlace of worship
Basilica di Santa Maria del CarminePlace of worship
Museo dell'Opera del DuomoMuseum

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Condé Nast TravelerAug 20

5 Exciting Hotel Openings on the Mediterranean Coast That Are a Design Lover's Dream

The most exciting hotels opening in Southern Europe put local heritage and artisanship first.

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Villa San Michele, A Belmond HotelHotel15th-century monastery in the Florentine hills.
Bianco BianchiPlaceAtelier creates colorful coffee tables with scagliola plaster.
Elena CarozziPlaceMilanese artist created fresco of surrounding landscape.
Villa San Michele Spa by GuerlainSight
Elsewhere
Casa BonavitaHotelMalta18th-century palazzo with jasmine and bougainvillea gardens.
Villa BolognaGardenMaltaHand-painted pottery from nearby ceramics studio.
Zannier Île de BendorHotelBendor, France17-acre private island retreat on the Côte d'Azur.
Franc 1884PlaceBendor, FranceOlfactory maison for lavender spindle workshops.
LuuraHotelParos, GreeceAdults-only, all-suite property on Paros's west coast.
Maria EconomidesPlaceParos, GreeceLeads ceramics workshop where guests make pieces.
Vestige BinidufàHotelMenorca, Spain11-room Menorcan hideaway on nearly 2,000 acres.
Sai CeramicsPlaceMenorca, SpainSpanish studio created sculptural ginkgo tree wall piece.
MesuraRestaurantMenorca, SpainPlant-forward restaurant with sculptural wall art.
De Marés StudioPlaceMenorca, Spain

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Lonely PlanetAug 14

12 picturesque honeymoon destinations (and when to visit them)

This guide to the best months to visit top honeymoon destinations could inspire any traveler to walk down the aisle.

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MaldivesSightMalé, MaldivesIsland country with over 100 hotels on private islands.
MilaidhooHotelMalé, MaldivesOffers local culture engagement and gourmet Maldivian dining.
CearáSightFortaleza, BrazilCeará is one of the 26 states of Brazil, located in the northeastern part of the country, on the Atlantic coast.
Ilha GrandeSightAngra dos Reis, BrazilThe highest point on Ilha Grande is the 1,031 m (3,383 ft) tall Pico da Pedra D'Água.
Awasi Santa CatarinaHotelFlorianópolis, BrazilStunning property with wellness offerings and privacy.
DominicaSightRoseau, DominicaIt is part of the Windward Islands chain in the Lesser Antilles archipelago in the Caribbean Sea.
BahamasSightNassau, BahamasAppeals to couples who prefer sailing.
InterContinental in DominicaHotelRoseau, DominicaOffers romance packages including a couples massage.
ShoaisuHotelNagano, JapanOffers a private onsen (hot springs).
Okavango DeltaSightMaun, BotswanaBest time for wildlife safaris is May.
Singita ElelaHotelMaun, BotswanaWill specialize in ultraprivate safari experiences.
Cape of SensesHotelComo, ItalyOffers a great massage and mountain views.
UbudNeighborhoodDenpasar, IndonesiaPerfect time to visit Bali for spiritual side.
Beji Griya Waterfall TempleSightDenpasar, IndonesiaVisit for a purification ceremony.
Avatar House at Magic HillsHotelDenpasar, IndonesiaVilla made completely of bamboo with a private pool.
MallorcaSightPalma, SpainSpanish island with delightful beaches and nightlife.
Sa Calobra roadSightPalma, SpainFamous road for epic views of mountains and sea.
Valldemossa HotelHotelPalma, SpainTranquil boutique hotel near a beautiful village.
St LuciaSightCastries, Saint Lucia
Lago di ComoSightComo, Italy
Lago di GardaHotelGarda, Italy

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Condé Nast TravelerAug 5

How Americans Can Retire in Italy Using the Elective Residence Visa

The longterm visa is a popular pick among travelers looking to permanently relocate to Italy. Here's what to know.

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DuomoPlace of worshipDominating the city center, Florence's wedding-cake-like green-and-white cathedral needs no introduction.
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Amalfi CoastSightAmalfi, ItalyRetire here with wine and spaghetti alle vongole.
SpainPlaceMadrid, SpainIn Spain, something bright and beautiful will catch your eye every direction you turn.
PortugalPlaceLisbon, PortugalIt is a unitary republic comprising mainland Portugal, located on the southwestern portion of the Iberian Peninsula and…
Italian Consulate in ChicagoPlaceChicago, United StatesRequires rental leases to include landlord verification.
Italian Consulate in New YorkPlaceNew York, United States

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Condé Nast TravelerJul 29

28 Best Restaurants in Florence, Tuscany's Capital and Culinary Heart

There’s never been a better time to dine out in Tuscany’s capital.

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Santa Maria NovellaHotelNeighborhood with a bar-restaurant offering city views
OltrarnoNeighborhoodArea with a serious wine bar
Uffizi GalleryMuseumGallery near Vini E Vecchi Sapori
Palazzo VecchioSightTown hall offices near Vini E Vecchi Sapori
DuomoPlace of worshipDominating the city center, Florence's wedding-cake-like green-and-white cathedral needs no introduction.
Palazzo CorsiniSightBuilding across the Arno River
San NiccolòNeighborhoodArea with a gourmet restaurant
Borgo Santo PietroRestaurantLuxurious resort providing ingredients for Saporium
San JacopinoNeighborhoodOff-radar neighborhood with buzzy restaurants
Libertà-SavonarolaNeighborhoodArea near Piazza della Libertà
Piazza della LibertàSightBusy piazza north of Florence city center
Four SeasonsHotelLocation of Il Palagio and Onde restaurants
Campo di Marte / CovercianoNeighborhoodArea with a seafood restaurant
Pitti Gola e CantinaRestaurantExcellent nearby wine bar to Osteria dell’Enoteca
Santo SpiritoNeighborhoodArea with a restaurant
Osteria BelguardoRestaurantA comfortable and colorful modern space on the south bank of the Arno with a big terrace looking across the river to…
Ambar KitchenRestaurantIt’s a total surprise to stumble on this all-wood, Scandi-chic minimalist yet inviting space surrounded by nondescript…
Cosimo Rooftop Restaurant and BarRestaurantViews, views, and more views.
Regina BisteccaRestaurantShowcases Florence’s best-known signature dish
Centro StoricoNeighborhood
GavinanaNeighborhood
Le CureTrain station
Santa Maria train stationSight
San GiovanniNeighborhood
Locale FirenzeRestaurant

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AfarJul 29

4 Food-Focused Trips for Travelers Who Love Culture

From cooking classes in Tuscany to market visits in Vietnam, these tours use food to connect travelers with local traditions and daily life.

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Tuscan villaHotelGuests stay for four nights
Tuscan dinnerRestaurantPaired with local Chianti wine
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Finnish LaplandNeighborhoodRovaniemi, FinlandJourney through
Lake MaggioreSightVerbania, ItalyTour kicks off on its shores
Chianti countrysideSightGreve in Chianti, ItalyDedicated day for visiting
Cinque TerreNeighborhoodMonterosso al Mare, ItalyRoute winds along Ligurian coast
Emilia-Romagna regionNeighborhoodBologna, ItalyStop includes a family-owned acetaia
acetaiaAttractionModena, ItalyBalsamic vinegar ages up to 25 years
light lunchRestaurantModena, ItalyInfused with balsamic vinegar
Rhône RiverSightLyon, FranceCruise through Lyon, Provence, and Paris
Beaujolais countrysideSightVillefranche-sur-Saône, FrancePrivate wine tasting
La CamargueMuseumArles, FrancePrivate ranch lunch with Provençal specialties
château at UzèsSightUzès, FranceTour and dinner on its grounds
truffle farm tourPlaceAvignon, FranceOptional excursion
Le Cordon BleuPlaceParis, FrancePastry class
artisanal cheesesRestaurantStresa, Italy
local winesRestaurantStresa, Italy

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Condé Nast TravelerJul 22

These 16 Affordable Hotels in Europe Are Buzzy, Beautiful, and Under $300 a Night

From boutique city breaks to seaside stays, these are the budget-friendly gems to know about in Europe.

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The Hoxton, FlorenceHotelOccupies a Renaissance palazzo and a modernist structure.
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BornetaHotelBarcelona, SpainCozy hotel in Barcelona's Born neighborhood with rooftop access.
Hotel RochechouartRestaurantParis, FranceArt Deco relic with well-designed rooms and a nightclub.
The VintageHotelLisbon, PortugalBoutique hotel with a chic midcentury theme and vintage bar carts.
The July - Boat & Co.HotelAmsterdam, The NetherlandsFormer warehouse with open-plan bar, restaurant, and colorful rooms.
Il Palazzo ExperimentalHotelVenice, ItalyBased in a former shipping company head office on Zattere promenade.
Numo IerapetraHotelIerapetra, GreeceAdults-only retreat on a black-sand beach with a standout restaurant.
Ace Hotel & Swim Club AthensHotelAthens, GreeceHomage to Greek Riviera's golden era with a French-American restaurant.
Mama Shelter RomaHotelRome, ItalyBold, pop-art themed hotel with candy-colored decor and yellow bathrooms.
Palacio de TaviraHotelTavira, PortugalRenovated palace and Moorish-style cubes with a restaurant serving seafood.
The DeanHotelBerlin, GermanyPairs bold design with cultural connectivity and a food concept.
Hotel OttiliaHotelCopenhagen, DenmarkHoused in a former grain storage building with a rooftop bar.
Lopota LakeHotelLopota, GeorgiaSprawling resort with lake or mountain views and diverse dining options.
Hotel AmourHotelNice, FranceNice hotel.
Palazzo PreviteraHotelSicily, ItalySicily hotel.
Savona 18 SuitesHotelMilan, ItalyMilan suites.

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Lonely PlanetJul 17

The ultimate road trip through Tuscany

Discover Tuscany on and off the tourist route on this 2-week road trip itinerary from Florence to the Maremma coast.

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Ponte VecchioSightExplore Florence's oldest market
Duomo di FirenzePlace of worshipFlorence's iconic, dome-topped cathedral
Galleria dell'AccademiaMuseumHome to Michelangelo's David
Galleria degli UffiziMuseumHome to Botticelli's Birth of Venus
Sant’AmbrogioPlace of worshipFlorence's oldest market
Basilica di Santo SpiritoPlace of worshipCrucifix attributed to Michelangelo inside
Piazzale MichelangeloSightWalk up for sunset views over the city
Abbazia di San Miniato al MonteSightSee the sun setting over the city
Strozzi BistroRestaurantGo large for steak
MattacenaRestaurantTry the steak
Trattoria 13 GobbiRestaurantSample the rigatoni
Caffè RivoireCaféEnjoy a negroni with chocolates and a view
Il VinileRestaurantGraze aperitivo bites
Antica Torre di Via Tornabuoni 1HotelUpmarket stay, namechecked by Dante
Palazzo Niccolini al DuomoHotelWaking up to a Duomo view
Antica Dimora JohleaHotelMidrange comfort
Hotel La ScalettaHotelRoam around Ponte Vecchio
Via ChiantigianaTrailPicturesque road connecting Florence with Siena
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Piazza MatteottiSightGreve in Chianti, ItalyTown square with quaint arcades
Museo del VinoMuseumGreve in Chianti, ItalyIntroduction to Tuscany's best-known wine
Officina RamuzziPlaceGreve in Chianti, ItalyRent an electric bike
Castello Di VerrazzanoAttractionGreve in Chianti, ItalyHistoric estate for wine tasting
Viticcio WinerySightGreve in Chianti, ItalyWinery just north of the village
Cantine Mirabilis (Enoteca Falorni )RestaurantGreve in Chianti, ItalyTry region's wine labels in an antique wine cellar

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Lonely PlanetJul 12

The ultimate weekend in Ravenna, Italy

Visit Ravenna once and you will find yourself returning again and again.

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Piazza del PopoloSightcentral square
Villa ForisHotelrecommended property with beautiful reception area
via CavourNeighborhoodstreet with cafes and shops
Palazzo GuiccioliSightLord Byron's notorious haunt, home of Teresa Gamba Guiccioli
Osteria del Tempo PersoRestauranttry Ravenna’s traditional capelletti pasta
Basilica San VitalePlace of worshipwatch the sun set over it
Casa Spadoni 44°12°Restaurantlocal specialties like piadina and squacquerone
Ravenna FestivalFestivallive music event, late May to July
Teatro AlighieriPlaceautumn-spring opera season in beautiful setting
Mausoleum of Galla PlacidiaMuseumdecorated in rich mosaics, built around 425 CE
San VitalePublic artworkheightens the wonder of mosaic creation
Sant’Apollinare NuovoPlace of worshipmosaic story of Justinian and Theodora
La MarchesiniRestaurantlocal favorite for stuffed piadini and eggplant flan
Dimensione MosaicoPlaceoffers mosaic courses using traditional methods
Ca’ de VenRestauranthistoric building with culinary delights
Cestha Marine Fauna Recovery CentrePlacerecovers injured turtles
MaPa BeachPlacebeach with sunbeds, kayak and paddleboard rentals
Zanzibar Spiaggia 56Placebeach venue that turns into a lively night spot
Mercato CopertoMarketredeveloped market with food suppliers and restaurants

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Condé Nast TravelerJul 10

I Followed Dua Lipa's Honeymoon Itinerary—Here's How to Plan It for Less

Megan Murray road-tested the singer and Callum Turner’s Italian route just weeks before they did. Here’s why it works.

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La Posta VecchiaHotelSeaside palazzo, once Roman hideaway of J. Paul Getty.
Porto ErcoleNeighborhoodTiny Tuscan port town, original Il Pellicano hotel.
Il PellicanoIce cream shopFamily-run collection of hotels, began in the 1960s.
L’HôtellerieHotelStay here in Palermo.
I Segreti del ChiostroRestaurantBakery hidden within an ancient monastery and flower garden.
Dal BaroneRestaurantFor local wines and street-perching.
Osteria del VespriRestaurantFor a more luxurious dinner.
Monastero Santa RosaHotel17th-century monastery with terraces toward the sea.
LadispoliNeighborhoodSmall, ancient town on the Roman coast.
Castello di OdescalchiSightMedieval castle in Ladispoli.
Borgo di CeriNeighborhoodPreserved 13th-century hilltop village.
La RoqqaHotelFive-star contemporary bolthole overlooking Porto Ercole.
Caravaggio wayTrailWalk that ends at Caravaggio's grave.
Hotel LocarnoHotelHotel Dua Lipa stayed at in Rome.
La MinervaHotelFirst hotel opened by the Orient Express group.
Palazzo TalìaHotelDesigned by Luca Guadagnino, color-blocked furniture.

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Condé Nast TravelerJun 19

I've Lived in Florence for Decades—These Are the Very Best Hotels in the Tuscan Capital

There's a new renaissance in Florence—and this time it's of incredible hotels.

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Collegio alla QuerceHotelFive-star hotel, Auberge Resorts Collection
Marriot WHotelSecond Social Hub
The JamesPlace of worshipBoutique beauty
Belmond Villa San MicheleHotelNestled among wooded hills
FiesoleNeighborhoodIt has structures dating to Etruscan and Roman times.
La RéserveHotelHotel in the Oltrarno
OltrarnoNeighborhoodUber-hip neighborhood with restaurants and boutiques
Borgo Pignano FlorenceHotelFive star hotel
Ponte VecchioSightThe only bridge in Florence spared from destruction during World War II, it is noted for the shops built along it;…
25Hours HotelHotelDesign-led hotel with hip, quirky vibe
Hotel Palazzo GuadagniHotelRenaissance-era palazzo on Piazza Santo Spirito
Social HubHotelCerchi un hotel elegante, un vivace alloggio per studenti o uno spazio per lavorare, incontrarsi, mangiare e bere?
Via TornabuoniNeighborhoodStreet with designer stores
Villa La MassaHotelFamily hotel with shuttle to Ponte Vecchio
Villa San MicheleHotelStay at Villa San Michele, one of the best luxury hotels in Florence.
Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, FlorenceHotel15th century monastery-turned-villa
W FlorenceHotelEmphasis on dining and drinking
TrattoRestaurantRestaurant entrance mistaken for hotel's
Il SalviatinoHotel15th-century villa on slopes of Fiesole
The James Suite Hotel Firenze 1564HotelBlends contemporary elegance with classic charm
1564 Lounge BarRestaurantVelvet-clad bar with pink crystal chandelier
Hotel Savoy, A Rocco Forte HotelHotelOverlooks Piazza della Repubblica
The Hoxton, FlorenceHotelOccupies Renaissance palazzo and modernist structure
Collegio alla Querce, Auberge Resorts CollectionHotelSumptuous hotel on first hills above city
La GamellaRestaurantTop restaurant overlooking formal gardens
Palazzo Portinari SalviatiHotelGrand mansion with 14 guest rooms
Casa di DanteMuseumLearn about Dante Alighieri's life
Hotel La GemmaHotelSerene, design-minded oasis
Portrait FirenzeHotelBoutique hotel steps from Ponte Vecchio
Guerlain spaPlace
Centro StoricoNeighborhood

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Condé Nast TravelerJan 21

39 Best Airbnbs in Europe for Every Kind of Escape, From Aurora Chasing to Island Hopping

Plus, Austrian chalets, Irish castles, and more dreamy rentals.

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Uffizi GalleryMuseumWe've probably heard of this one, but start off basic for the latecomers—what's this place all about?
Boboli GardensParkIt is an important early Italian garden which influenced aristocratic gardens across Europe.
Santa Maria del Fiore CathedralSight
Elsewhere
Turner ContemporaryArts centreMargate, United KingdomThe title commemorates the association of the town with noted landscape painter J.
Nc'nean DistilleryPlaceDrimnin, United KingdomNc'nean is a small, independent, organic whisky distillery on the west-coast of Scotland.
Dreamland MargateTheme parkMargate, United KingdomThe site of the park was first used for amusement rides in 1880, although the Dreamland name was not used until 1920…
Wilton CastleHotelBree, Irelandcan host up to 14 guests
H.C. Andersen HouseMuseumOdense, DenmarkThe new museum is on the storybook island of Funen.
Thingvellir National ParkSightReykjavík, Iceland25-minute drive
Oslo Opera HouseTheatreOslo, NorwayThe building is situated in the Bjørvika neighbourhood of central Oslo, at the head of the Oslofjord.
Astrup Fearnley MuseumMuseumOslo, NorwayEn retrospektiv utstilling med den colombianske kunstneren Beatriz González.
Pafos ZooZooPaphos, CyprusFor almost 20 years, visitors across the world have visited Pafos Zoo, an exciting wildlife reserve and tropical…
Tala Monastery Cat ParkPlacePaphos, CyprusTala Cats care for 550 cats, we spay and neuter them all and medically treat when needed.
Atlantis BooksPlaceOia, GreeceNomikos Cultural Centre Firostefani, Santorini T.K.
Osteria del TeatroRestaurantArezzo, ItalyOsteria del Teatro Cortona | Benvenuti | Acquista Online…
BusattiPlaceArezzo, ItalyDa otto generazioni lavoriamo artigianalmente lana, cotone, lino e canapa per portare nelle case tessuti che abbiano…
Curve cafeCaféMargate, United Kingdom
Munch museumMuseumOslo, Norway
Clach Na Criche wishing stoneSightDrimnin, United Kingdom
Park Wood hiking trailTrailBree, Ireland
Happy Trails farmPlaceBree, Ireland
Hvammsvik Hot SpringsSightReykjavík, Iceland
Drottningholm PalaceAttractionStockholm, Sweden
Ekerö SkateparkSightStockholm, Sweden
Lake Trasimento beachSightArezzo, Italy

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The New York TimesJan 21

In Europe, the Allure of Summer Travel Keeps Dimming

A big shift to spring, fall or even winter vacations in touristy, hot-weather cities like Barcelona, Florence and Athens shows no signs of slowing down.

Condé Nast TravelerDec 16, 2025

My Favorite Airbnb in Florence, Italy: A Lavish Loft With Medici-Worthy Waterfront Views

With massive windows quite literally overlooking the Ponte Vecchio, you can't get a more central—or stunning—stay in the heart of Florence.

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Luxury Blue RiverHotelthree-bedroom apartment overlooking the Ponte Vecchio
Ponte VecchioSightFlorence’s emblematic stone bridge built in 1345
Uffizi GalleryMuseum16th-century Medici property turned iconic art museum
Palazzo VecchioSightseven-minute walk from the Airbnb
Boboli GardensParkeleven minute walk from the Airbnb
DuomoPlace of worshipthirteen minute walk from the Airbnb
Il Prato 73Hotelthree-bedroom below the Florence Cathedral

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Atlas ObscuraDec 10, 2025

Cloister of the Dead in Firenze, Italy

The Cloister of the Dead at Santa Maria Novella in Florence is the oldest of the convent’s cloisters, dating back to the late thirteenth century when it was built for the Dominican friars. Its name comes from its long use as the community’s burial ground. For centuries, the walls were lined with tombstones, coats of arms, and inscriptions, turning the space into a lapidary cemetery that preserv…

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Santa Maria NovellaHotelconvent complex containing the cloister
Cloister of the DeadSightoldest cloister, dating to late thirteenth century

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Condé Nast TravelerNov 16, 2025

I Base My Travels Around Perfume—Here Are 7 Cities to Visit for an Olfactory Immersion

Let your nose wander through destinations with a rich perfume history.

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Musée International de la ParfumerieMuseumLearn about the history of perfumery.
FragonardPlaceFamous perfumery with a mini museum.
MolinardPlaceOffers a hands-on perfume-making workshop.
GalimardPlaceOne of three major perfumeries in Grasse.
International Rose FestivalFestivalOccurs in May during the rose harvest.
Jasmine FestivalFestivalOccurs in August during the jasmine harvest.
Santa Maria NovellaPlaceFounded in 1221, original outpost still open.
Villa Des ParfumsHotelStay in a 19th-century perfumer’s mansion.
Skylark BNBHotelOffers views and educational experience with proprietors.
Denis DurandSightIndependent perfumer with opulent aesthetic.
Café FleurRestaurantPart café, part concept shop with artisanal coffees.
Officina Profumo-FarmaceuticaSightDestination for perfume lovers, open since the 1600s.
Aqua FlorSightReviving Florence's perfume presence since 2009.
Dr. Vranjes FirenzeSightOne of a dozen Florentine perfumeries.
ProfumoirSightTaking scent-tourism to a new level.
Casa ProfumoirHotelRenovated home of master perfumer Sileno Cheloni.
Museo VilloresiMuseumEducates guests on raw materials used in perfumery.
Giardino delle RoseSightHouses nearly 400 species of roses.
Palazzo FirenzeHotelGlamorous 18th-century mansion turned five-star hotel.
Campomarzio70SightNiche perfume store with olfactory works of art.
Profumoir Perfume Tasting experiencePlaceTeaches nuances about perfumery and includes incense ceremony.
Osmorama roomSightVisitors can find and sniff over 1,000 notes and accords.
Antica Spezieria Erboristeria San SimonePlaceOffers an affordable perfume masterclass.

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Condé Nast TravelerNov 5, 2025

The Best Affordable Hotels in Florence, from Oltrarno to Santo Spirito

From townhouses filled with modern art to cozy boutiques in the city, these are the cheapest, nicest hotels in Firenze.

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The HoxtonHotelRooms overlook Brunelleschi's dome or have terraces
Hotel Number NineHotelDuplex suite has knock-out views of the Duomo
25Hours HotelHotelThemed rooms include Paradiso or Inferno
Hotel Palazzo GuadagniHotelStands on buzzing Piazza Santo Spirito
Stella d’ItaliaHotelThe Stella d'Italia, popularly known as Stellone d'Italia, is a five-pointed white star, which has symbolized Italy for…
Palazzo GuadagniHotelWith a location at the heart of the hip Oltrarno district, rooftop views, a dreamy loggia and latter-day…
Daisy'sRestaurantDBS Warehouse is poised to become one of the largest retailers of professional beauty supplies in Southern California.
Piazza Santo SpiritoNeighborhoodFocal point of life in authentic Florentine neighborhood
4F Boutique HotelHotel
Casa G FirenzeHotel
Ottantotto FirenzeHotel
NumeroventiHotel
ParadisoHotel
InfernoHotel
Casetta del GiardinoHotel
Renaissance-era Palazzo GuadagniHotel

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