Uno Minuto with Shannon Kenny - How to Visit Florence for the Day
People often ask me how to visit Florence for the day. Florence is a city so full of priceless treasures in art and architecture that...

The Florentine Florin, a Renaissance Heirloom
The florin was a gold coin introduced by the Republic of Florence in 1252. Known originally as the fiorino d’oro because the coin...


The Art of Florence with Kids
A parent asked me this year during Arte al Sole Umbria, “What are some of your observations of the children’s range of experiences in...

Florence with the Kids
Florence is one of my favorite cities in Italy, if not in all of Europe. It’s a bit of a challenge with kids given the sophisticated...


Visiting Florence with Kids
Navigating the crowded streets of Florence with kids in tow can be a challenge for families traveling to this famous Renaissance city....


Florence Family Christmas
The wintertime landscape surrounding Florence is one of dramatic beauty, when snow can dust the surrounding hills, or even on occasion...