I still remember the nervous excitement walking into that sunlit studio in Florence’s San Frediano district years ago. I was there to meet a legend—a fresco master whose work adorns the Vatican and whose knowledge of Michelangelo is unparalleled. I left three hours later not just with a freshly painted fresco, but with a friend for life. That’s the magic of this artist, and the magic of the living art form he so passionately teaches. So, what is fresco? And why did Michelang

Florence is a year-round destination, each season offering its unique charm. Understanding the weather patterns and the best times to...

Why visit Florence? Well, because it's simply the best city in the world! At least for me. Every time I am there, my heart beats faster....

The tram is a cheap and convenient option: no traffic for trams, thankfully ;). Here's all the info you need :) Tickets There are two...

1. Uffizi Gallery (Ana’s favourite) The world’s greatest Renaissance collection—Botticelli’s Birth of Venus , Michelangelo’s Doni Tondo ,...