Art, fashion, historical landmarks, and beautiful landscapes – I was sure Florence, Italy, would offer everything I look for when traveling, and I was right. It’s a city that truly has it all – a ...

Using research and simple tools, I made my decision to move to a place without visiting it. Now I'm an American happily living in Florence, Italy.

The countryside of Tuscany is littered with small, gorgeous medieval villages, such as Castelfalfi (pictured here) and San Gimignano. Italy has long been the darling of American travelers, ranking at ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Joanne Shurvell writes about travel, food, culture and fashion. Renowned for its rich history and stunning architecture, Florence ...

My husband and I spent nearly a month exploring Italy. We saw a variety of landmarks, from the canals of Venice to the ruins of Rome. A few events, including a cooking class in Florence, stand out as ...

Sure, all of Europe might have a lot to offer by way of culture and cuisine, but when it comes to places to visit, Italy is at the top of many a bucket list. From the pasta to the photo ops to the ...

European travel expert Rick Steves suggests straying from the typical tourist trail by visiting this homey palace with ...