Florence Province (Tuscany)

With its Art Deco touches, whimsical wallpapers, and books on design spread throughout the space, La Gemma offers modern panache with the heart of old Florence at its doorstep. 

In the Papi family for eight generations and now led by a mother and son team, La Corte dei Papi is rooted in Tuscany’s agrarian history but with a modern refresh.

In Le Langhe and beyond, increasing numbers of distillers are putting Italy on the map as a destination for the juniper-y spirit sipped by James Bond. But are they all created equal?

In the two decades since its founding in Siena, National Urban Trekking Day has expanded into an Italy-wide event. This year it places a clear emphasis on walking and its role in sustainable travel.