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Sketching and painting in Florence
With the wealth of artistic heritage that Florence offers on every street corner, it would be no mistake to think the city still attracts artists of every interest and discipline. Since we may not all...
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Training tomorrow’s Carabinieri: a walk around the school for marshals and...
There is so much beauty that surrounds us in Italy, whether it be the breathtaking beauty from the rolling hills to the sea; the millennia of arts and architecture that are jewels in the ancient crown...
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Things to do for families this Christmas 2023
Embrace the wonder of the season with festive family frolics as we put together our pick of fun-for-everyone seasonal scenarios this Christmas. Spot the Christmas lights Piazza Santa Croce Christmas...
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Firenze Moms 4 Moms Network
It’s difficult to find a parenting-related question that hasn’t already been pondered by other bewildered adults out there. What do you do when you’ve got little or no network of friends or family in...
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Luggage lockers in Florence
It can be difficult to know what to do when you arrive in Florence with lots of luggage and nowhere to store it. Perhaps you’re here for a day trip or maybe your hotel won’t be ready for another few...
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Self-defence courses in Florence
If you’re seeking some self-defence skills to have up your sleeve, here’s our round-up of where you can learn to defend yourself in Florence. Six editions of a free female anti-aggression have been...
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Third places in Florence
In the 1980s, sociologists began paying attention to what have become known as third places in urban environments, a term that defines the locations where people go to socialize and build communities...
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Kid-friendly cafés in Florence
While on maternity leave, I went for many walks with a friend in the same set-up, our two prams blocking paths and eliciting rolled eyes at best and frustrated arm waving (on all counts) at worst....
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A Florentine dinner party
You are lucky. You have been invited to a smart Florentine dinner, a reason to be proud. Florentines are hugely welcoming, but prefer to keep you, an outsider, outside. They may ask you to meet for a...
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Design your urban garden with Tiziano Codiferro
With spring upon us, blossoming flowers and lush green foliage are within touching distance, and not exclusively for those with gardens or country homes. An indoor garden or collection of houseplants...
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Family Nation opens in Florence
Florentine Emilia Mugnai was on maternity leave from her work with United Nations in Bangkok when she became fascinated with the varying cultures and traditions of families around the world. Her...
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