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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