Floored by Florence

Take me back to endless gelato, hand rolled pasta, the smell of leather, and vino vino vino!  The trip started off with a stop in Verona (Romeo and Juliet) for lunch which is about have way to Florence from Innsbruck.  The part of Verona where we ate was right on the water , and even though it was a little foggy it was stunning.  The place must be really busy in the summer!

Fueling up!

We had a small "La Famiglia"  5 of us staying in an gorgeous apartment right downtown Florence.   

The apartment was huge...

our loft

room

complete with a patio

Huge walk in closet...thank god because I take after my grandma and always pack way way way to much!

Ive always bought my clothes abroad but was completely blow away by Italian fashion.  Thank god Craig was there because I would have bought two of everything...I did manage to buy two leather bracelets to remind me of our trip!

Human statue...became a little creepy when he didnt let go of my hand haha

Craigs gaint head made this photo PG

Karaoke Bar  

 outdoor picnic

Best steak I've ever had

Rubbed his nose for good luck

 After this trip I am adding "own an apartment in Florence" to my goals in life list.  I gained at least 10 pounds in 3 days and each love handle was worth it.  I ate everything steak, pizza, pasta, beef, cookies, bread, taramisu, cheesecake, gelatto, and about a gallon of wine and everything was the best I have ever had.  I will proudly be wearing sweats for the next week!  The architecture and statues were breath taking.After this trip I am adding "own an apartment in Florence" to my goals in life list.  I gained at least 10 pounds in 3 days and each love handle was worth it.  I ate everything steak, pizza, pasta, beef, cookies, bread, tiramisu, cheesecake, gelato, and about a gallon of wine and everything was the best I have ever had.  

I highly recommend visiting Florence at least once…if not for the scenery…for your stomach!

P.S. flowy shirts and elastic waists are essential for clothing there and so is this place for a sandwhich (usually an hour wait)

Dad you would have loved it!