Why Florence Has My Heart (And Why It Could Be Your First Solo European City)

Florence operates at exactly the pace we crave in midlife—a walking city where art isn't confined to museums but lives in every cobblestone street and sun-drenched facade. This is where you'll find yourself stopping mid-stride because the afternoon light on a building literally takes your breath away. It's culture, food, architecture, and shopping woven into one impossibly elegant package, perfect for the woman ready to explore one of the world's most romantic cities on her own terms