A favorite wedding venue, the Belmond Villa San Michele on the outskirts of Florence never disappoints. On a sunny June day, Alex and Kyle were married and celebrated with their closest family and friends. With an ever chic style, the couple choose a modern design to compliment the years of history, stunning architecture, and epic […]

The capital of Italy’s Tuscany region, Florence is home to the birth of the Renaissance. With world renowned masterpieces, breathtaking architecture, and mouth watering cuisine, this beautiful city is a must-see for any traveler. And is easily my favorite city in Italy. Relatively small and compact, Florence packs a punch into its city center along the Arno River. Visitors should spend at least three days here, especially if your interests center on art and history.

Italy holds such a special place in my heart. I spent a number of summers in college in Florence and Tuscany, using those locations as a home base to travel throughout the rest of the country. I traveled from Venice to Rome, and everywhere in between. While every region in Italy has it’s own characteristics […]

There is a reason anyone who travels to the south of France falls in love. From the gorgeous pink and orange sunsets and lavender fields to the slower pace of life, this region is truly a magical place. We started our trip in Nice in the French Riviera and spent the following 14 days on […]