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They say a Chianti tour in the rain should be cancelled… not if you know where to go and you’re with the right people! Best day ever — full of scents, secrets, and Plan Bs 🤣 Cheers! Thank you Lauren and Ishani ✨

Another day in Chianti 🍷 Sure, it’s easy to visit the big, famous wineries… but finding yourself welcomed in a place that feels like your grandma’s house? That’s something else. 💛 I spend my winters scouting out the most special spots, so when you come you’ll be welcomed like family, with open arms and a big smile. 🌿🍇 Have you ever been to Chianti?

It’s not just art. It’s breath. It’s heartbeat. She isn’t just something you see, Florence is something you feel. Share it if Florence ever stole a piece of your heart💜 #tuscanyvibes #florence #florenceviews #florencevibes

⚜️Some tourists don’t even know Florence is in Tuscany… and then there’s you two — #acffiorentina shirts, a fiorino necklace, and an Assassin’s Creed tattoo, ready for the ACII tour of Florence. Perfectly blended in like true locals 🙂 Thank you, Leanna and Phil — if only everyone were like you! 💜 you definetely made my day!

🏝️ There’s a magical moment in Florence in August … When the city empties out — locals are on vacation, tourists escape the heat, and suddenly… it’s just us. The streets go quiet, the golden light hits differently, and Florence feels like a secret only a few get to keep. We get the whole city to ourselves. Have you ever experienced this side of Florence?

Did you know? July 26th is the feast of Sant’Anna – While most think of battles and liberation, there’s a softer side to today: Giotto’s “kiss”. 💋✨ In the @cappelladegliscrovegnipadova he painted Saint Anne kissing Joachim — a rare moment of tenderness in medieval art. In a time of rigid faces and formal gestures, Giotto gave us a kiss. A human touch. A spark of love in a world of saints and struggles. So yes —We celebrates Sant’Anna today and maybe she’s also reminding us to hold on to what’s tender, even in the chaos. Stay human. 📍Cappella degli Scrovegnj, Piazza Eremitani 8, Padova Tag someone who would love to know it!

🥁🥁Did you know that @belvederefirenze reopened? Yesterday, I was invited as a guest to the Wednesday at the Sunset event ✨ They host incredible events with music, art, and a sunset that just leaves you speechless, check it out! I swear, it has the most amazing view of all of Florence... seriously, it’s breathtaking! 💖 The Forte was built in the 1500s by the Medici family to protect the city, and it’s been a symbol of Florence’s rich history ever since. Now, it’s not just about the view, it’s also a super cool cultural spot! I was so moved! 😍 It’s such a special spot in Florence! If you’ve never been, you NEED to go—it’s a one-of-a-kind experience! (No crowd, no heat!) 📍Forte Belvedere, Via S. Leonardo 1, Firenze Tag someone who would love to come here! *invited #tuscanyvibes #fortebelvedere #SunsetOverFlorence #GoldenHour

Did you know the curious story of the Tuscan “fiasco” 🍷? You’ve probably seen those round wine bottles wrapped in straw at the bottom — In Tuscany, they’re called fiaschi, and they’ve been part of our wine culture for centuries! 👉 The fiasco was a practical solution for wine storage and transport: its round shape made it stable and the straw cover protected it from bumps and temperature changes. ✨ It is usually used for the Chianti table wine, and you’d see them on tables across Italy. But here’s a fun twist: in Italian, "fare fiasco" means… to fail! 😅 🎭 The phrase comes from 19th-century theater slang — when a performance flopped, they’d say it “made a fiasco,” perhaps because the actors drowned their sorrows in wine! Despite the flop, the actor would still be paid — sometimes with a fiasco of wine. So, even if the performance was a disaster, at least they got the wine! 🇬🇧 But in English? It was borrowed from Italian but it no longer has anything to do with wine! 🍷❌ It means an embarrassing failure right? So next time you hear “fiasco,” just remember: Better an Italian fiasco then your fiasco! 🙂

🌞🎶 A little Florence in your headphones? Whether you’re coming soon or just miss it already, this is for you ❤️ 🎧 Find the playlist in my stories — just tap & listen! Then, tell me which song makes you feel like you’re already in Italy! And if you’re new here: welcome! I’m Martina, a local guide in Florence. I share real tips, hidden gems, and stories that go beyond the postcard (plus maybe a glass of Chianti or two 🍷🇮🇹). Follow me for more Florence stories & tips! #SunFlorenceTours #FlorenceVibes #ItalyPlaylist #FirenzeFromHome

🦀Birthday day off: just me, the pool, and Queen Catherine plotting 🔮🌙

“Do you know what’s worth fighting for, when it’s not worth dying for?”💔

One of the sweetest and most intimate details in this Uffizi masterpiece is the bare feet of Jesus and Mary gently touching. This simple, tender contact symbolizes the deep and loving bond between mother and child, full of affection and protection. In a painting rich with symbolism, from the goldfinch representing passion and redemption to the serene expressions. It’s this small gesture that truly conveys the humanity of this sacred moment. A detail that brings Raphael’s art to life, showing how emotions can be told with just a delicate touch. #Raphael #MadonnaOfTheGoldfinch #Uffizi #ArtDetails