February in Italy

Many people don't think about vacationing in February, but it can actually be one of the best times of the year to travel. Flight costs go down and there are often specials on hotels and other travel arrangements. (ApartmentsFlorence.it even has 15% off your stay in February! - with a few restrictions, of course.) But there's also plenty to do in Florence, and throughout Italy, during this time.


In Florence, you can always enjoy great food and drink, but this is especially true during the cold February month. With hearty dishes and bold chiantis, you can warm up quickly with a loved one during your Valentine's Day stay. From Firenze, take a trip to the Italian Alps for some skiing or put on your party pants and head to Venezia for Carnevale! 


We have some more great ideas for you at ApartmentsFlorence.it!

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Sausage, Prociutto, Salame – Oh My!

When people get to Florence, I often hear them first talk about Gelato. "Where can I find the best gelato?" "How many times a day am I allowed to eat gelato?" "What kind of gelato do I want today?"


These are all questions that I apply daily to the panini. Panini = sandwiches. In my mind panini = happiness. With all sorts of options to choose from, and trattorias scattered throughout the city, finding a good panini isn't hard. But if you have any concerns, ApartmentsFlorence.it has some suggestions of our favorite spots in town to mangiare! 

The Aperitivo

Italians do a lot of things right, especially eating and drinking. Put the two together and it's a thing of beauty. The aperitivo is a perfect blend of all things delicioso. 


Aperitivo is basically the American happy hour but done right. You order a drink, pay 8-10 Euros and help yourself to a buffet of vegetables, pastas, meats, cheeses, breads, you name it. Well, actually this depends on where you go for aperitivo. Some places only put out olives and carrot sticks, while some go the whole 9 yards to make your aperitivo experience one for the books. Here are some ideas for where to go for a nice aperitivo with friends in Florence, Italy.