Currently residing in Florence, Alex is a travel writer and author. She is addicted to coffee, reading, and seeing new places. She has been to near fifteen different countries in Europe, all without spilling her cappuccino.
She's the author of Shakespeare's Lady, and is a recent graduate of Sarah Lawrence College in New York, where she resided for two years. When she isn't on the road, you will most likely find her in the Uffizi Gallery or working on her next novel.
You can find her at The Wayfaring Voyager.
Alexa knows a lot about:
Alex says, "Don't leave Florence without a night in Santo Spirito--there's always something going on, even on a week night!"
Florence has some incredible places to dine. Perhaps one of the best places to sample some five-star options other than Rome, you can find almost all the fine dining restaurants within the city center. You'll find...
Florence has more than enough wine bars to keep visitors busy while the explore the city. It's not unusual for Florentines to take a break during the day and enjoy a siesta--a nap or a wine break where you can sit...
Though Florence is not known for being the cheapest location in Italy, there are still some hidden gems within the city center that allow you to enjoy the cuisine without spending more than you want to. Whether...
Florence offers plenty of free activities to keep you occupied during your stay. You'll find much to do just by taking a look into what's available and which sights are free for you to enter. Exploring the city...
Florence has some incredible places to dance the night away. The hardest part is finding which club is best to spend your evening. Most of the clubs are located a short walk from the Duomo and are located in the...
You would be missing out if you chose not to take one of the incredible tours offered in Florence. When you need to get out of the city center and you want to enjoy your time in one of the many wineries in the...
