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Spring into Action! 3 Must Do’s in Florence

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Spring has finally sprung in Florence, which means hello warm weather! It's finally safe to break out the short sleeves and sundresses - perfect, comfortable outfits to do some exploring! If you have yet to hit Florence's major tourist attractions, this is the perfect time to do it. There's a lot to see in this city, but there are three things you shouldn't (and I personally couldn't) leave Florence without seeing. Climb the Duomo
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Don Nino:Your Perfect Duomo Dessert

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There are probably about a thousand different gelato places in Florence, each one with a sign on the front door saying theirs is the best in the country. It's hard to pick out the best of the best among so many different possibilities (note: huge mounds of gelato are a definite no no - mounds mean preservatives, and we don't want preservatives!), but there's no better way to find out
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5 Things You Will Experience When You Move to Florence

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This will now be your backyard. You'll think you'll get used to it, you'll think the awe will eventually wear off. Trust me, it won't. 2. You'll be walking - a lot.  Florence is a relatively small city and locals pretty much walk everywhere. Public transit systems here are as good as anywhere else (ignoring the occasionally late buses) and they'll do a great job in taking you where you need to go, but
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