Florence, where art and craftsmanship merge seamlessly, is home to one of its most remarkable treasures—the Scuola del Cuoio. Nestled within the historic Monastery of Santa Croce, this iconic leather school offers a window into the past. Visiting here is …
Italian fashion… Italy has long been the epicenter of fashion and design. As a result, it is home to some of the world’s most iconic fashion brands. Italy is synonymous with timeless elegance, innovation, and craftsmanship. Italy’s fashion houses have …
Leather in Florence Buying real leather in Florence is a bit overwhelming. When you walk through the streets, almost every third store seems to be selling leather goods. Jackets, handbags, wallets, etc. can be found hanging in an array of …
Padua (Padova in Italian) is one of the largest and most beautiful cities in northern Italy. The picturesque city is full of piazzas, old bridges, canals, and rivers, and the famous University of Padua (founded in 1222) with a history of more than eight …
Discover Milan Milan is a major metropolis in northern Italy’s Lombardy region. It is well-known as the global capital of design, fashion and for its high-end restaurants and shops. It is the financial “hub” of the country, has the most …
Bari is more than a port on the Adriatic Sea on Italy’s eastern coast. It is the capital of the Apulia or Puglia as it more well-known region and the second largest city in southern Italy. Bari is more than …
Street Markets Street markets in Parma occur every Wednesday and Saturday. Sometimes the vendors are the same, sometimes you get new ones. They are hidden in the narrow streets and in the open piazzas. They do, however, always seem to …