Florence is not only about museums, churches, and famous views. On this walk, I followed a route inspired by a Lonely Planet guidebook and discovered another side of the city: traditional artisan workshops, handmade gloves, marbled paper, leather shoes, perfumes, and people who keep family crafts alive with care and passion.
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Amsterdam… and my friend texted me, “So, which are the coolest coffee shops?”
I went to Amsterdam and, of course, my friend asked me which coffee shops were the coolest. This post is less about that kind of coffee shop and more about a joyful stop at Albert Cuyp Market, where coffee, food, and a small funny misunderstanding became part of my Amsterdam memory.
My itinerary for a 12-day around Southern Europe
A 12-day Southern Europe itinerary through France, Italy, and Spain, with stops in Paris, Florence, Milan, Barcelona, and more. This post collects my route, travel notes, and memories from a short but full trip across some of Europe’s most beautiful cities.
What happened in Florence stays forever in my heart…
In Florence, a simple walk to pick up dinner turned into one of the most memorable conversations of my trip. A stranger named Davide told me stories about bridges, literature, Vietnam, and the art of living in the now. Later that evening, a small local restaurant welcomed me with warm homemade food. These little moments made Florence stay forever in my heart.