Holidays in Florence

Nude Mona Lisa painting found?

A 16th-century painting of a nude Mona Lisa formerly ascribed to Leonardo Da Vinci will go on show for the first time on Saturday as part of a extensive new exhibition opening near Florence. Over 5,000 works inspired by the master Mona Lisa including paintings, sculpts, engravings and new media figures crossing five centuries will get on exhibit at the Museo Ideale in Leonardo's hometown of Vinci for the exhibit, the greatest ever held on the mystifying muse. Experts have succeeded in demonstr...

Plan your stay in Florence: Top 5 Luxury Hotels

Planning a trip to Florence is without doubt a smart decision, and while you stay there, you’re sure to spend a lot of time “on the walk”. But, when you need a rest you want to find a cozy place where they treat you like a special guest of the city. So, grab a pen and paper and take a note as we tip-check our Top 5 Florence Luxury Hotels. 1 – WESTIN EXCELSIOR Located at the core of the city, this luxurious establishment provides easy access to places such as St. Maria Novella’s Church, the S...