Gio Journal - David Gandy

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FLORENCE,

ITALY

It’s basically an art history textbook come to life. A stunning medieval city located in the Tuscan region. It’s my favorite place to visit in Italy.

THE PALATIAL FOUR SEASONS HOTEL FIRENZE

EAT.

PLAY. Start off with a walking tour of Florence.

Firenze is Michelin-star fine dining at

Explore the many museums and

city, it’s perfectly located in the center of

its best. The tasting menu is the way to

archaeological sites throughout the city. Take

everything. Formerly the Palazzo della

go. The chef prepares traditional dishes

a bus through the rolling Tuscan hills and

Gherardesca, the private residence of

from neighboring towns and villages. A

stop at the local villages. Stroll through the

Florentine nobles for five centuries, it became

true authentic dining experience. Try out

original sculpture gardens before heading

a grand hotel in 2008 and provides a visual

Trattoria Zà Zà for the best pasta you will

to the markets to taste some authentic

journey through Florentine history. Modern

ever have. Don’t be put off by the lines at

Florence cuisine, and finish your day seeing

amenities make me feel right at home.

All’antico Vinaio; this hole in the wall has

Michelangelo’s famous “David” statue.

LIVING GOOD

Il Palagio at the Four Seasons Hotel

favorite place to stay in this amazing Italian

ISSUE No. 1

The Four Seasons Hotel Firenze. My

Gio

STAY.

some of the best authentic Italian meats and sandwiches in Florence.

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