Things To Do
Sonyas Recommendation - Florence
Florence is full of culture and art. The city feels like a Renaissance painting with its centuries- old walls and architecture. Take some time to wander around the city and enjoy the wine or espressos! Things to do in Florence: Visit the Duomo – The dome has a panoramic view of terracotta rooftops and the hills beyond. Uffizi Gallery – Home to Botticelli’s Birth of Venus and countless masterpieces from the Renaissance. Walk across the Ponte Vecchio – A medieval bridge lined with jewellery shops and views of the Arno River. Sunset at Piazzale Michelangelo – Perhaps the most iconic view of Florence, glowing gold at dusk. Taste the city – Fresh pasta, Chianti wine, gelato from family-run shops, and hearty Tuscan dishes that make every meal memorable. Vineyard tour - Take a tour to the Chianti region and enjoy a day wine tasting. Florence isn’t just a place to see—it’s a place to feel. Slow down, look up, and let the city’s beauty unfold around you.
Kevins Recommendation - Venice
Venice has the feel of an old Italian movie. No cars or public transport makes it feel like you are escaping from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Each turn reveals another small bridge, a hidden square, or a crumbling palace with stories etched into its walls. It has an intimate fell with lots to explore! Things to do in Venice: Take a gondola or vaporetto – See the city the way it was meant to be seen: from the water. St. Mark’s Basilica - Explore the beautiful art Explore the Doge’s Palace – Walk through ornate halls and cross the Bridge of Sighs into the old prisons. Visit the Rialto Market – A taste of everyday Venice. Take a trip to the islands – Murano for glassmaking, Burano for its brightly painted houses, and Torcello for ancient charm. Enjoy a spritz by the canal – Sit, sip, and watch the watery world drift by. Venice isn’t just a destination—it’s an atmosphere. Slow, elegant, and timeless, it invites you to simply float through its beauty.
Joint recommendation - Amalfi Coast
Sorrento makes an ideal base to explore the Amalfi coast. Overlooking the Bay of Naples, it offers stunning views, a lively old town, and easy access to other cliffside villages. Its strong transport links make it perfect for exploring. Highlights of the Amalfi Coast: Positano: A postcard brought to life, full of winding lanes, chic boutiques, and colourful houses. Amalfi: A charming town with a stunning cathedral—the Duomo di Sant’Andrea The Amalfi Drive: One of the world’s most scenic coastal roads. Capri: A ferry ride from Sorrento, Capri offers the Blue Grotto, elegant boutiques, and stunning overlooks like Monte Solaro. Food and Limoncello: Enjoy fresh seafood, handmade pasta, lemon-infused desserts, and the famous limoncello produced from the region’s unique, fragrant lemons. The Amalfi Coast is a place where every day feels like a moment out of a dream. Enjoy the cliffside stunning views along with the smell of lemons in the air!