All Florence Travel Advice

• Five Things You Can Do to Improve Your Stay in Florence
  April 24, 2013 4:18 pm
  Here are five things that the average traveler can do to avoid culturally awkward misunderstanding while making the most of his or her time in Florence. read more
• Save Money With Repositioning Cruises
  April 27, 2010 12:00 am
  Spring and fall mean transitioning wardrobes—and repositioning ships. See several world regions on one of these sailings, at cheaper per-diem rates than "regular" cruises. read more
• Six Places You Never Thought You Could Afford - 2010 Edition
  March 27, 2010 12:00 am
  Dreaming of a far-flung vacation? This year, those out-of-reach destinations may be surprisingly affordable. Read on to discover your budget-friendly vacation of a lifetime. read more
• Three Affordable European Vacations for Spring
  November 17, 2009 12:00 am
  The Deal Detective helps a reader plan a homecoming vacation for her husband returning from Afghanistan. Destinations include Berlin, Prague, and Venice. read more
• Top 10 Fall Vacation Deals for Under $700
  October 7, 2009 2:47 pm
  The Deal Detective shakes down her sources to uncover the season's best fall offerings. Destinations include the Caribbean, Vienna, Italy, Hawaii, and more. read more
• A Taste of Italy on a Tight Budget
  August 4, 2009 10:13 am
  Tuscany, Rome, and more for culture vultures and outdoors enthusiasts alike. Plus, three other destinations where culture and the Great Outdoors live in perfect harmony. read more
• Thanksgiving Vacations From $549 With Airfare*
  July 24, 2009 4:44 pm
  The Deal Detective uncovers Thanksgiving bargains in New York City, Costa Rica, and Europe. Plus, submit your own question about Christmas travel. read more
• Scooter rentals in France and Italy
  August 28, 2009 3:52 pm
  Does this headline have you asking "Where do I sign up?" or "Are you crazy?" Regardless, it's worth noting that the European car rental company AutoEurope is now offering scooter rentals in select French and Italian cities. read more
• Our favorite destinations in Europe
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  From the "City of Light" to tiny under-the-radar towns, here are 12 favorite Europe destinations as experienced by 12 different SmarterTravel.com editors. read more
• Thanksgiving in Turkey and other European destinations
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Spending Thanksgiving in Europe can enable you to see some of the Continent's capital cities at a fraction of standard prices. Providers have put together quick getaways featuring airfare, accommodations, and breakfast. read more
• Ten amazing adventures under $1,000
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Whether your idea of the trip of a lifetime involves climbing one of the most formidable peaks in the West, kayaking side-by-side with 50-foot whales, or cycling through the vineyards of Tuscany, you don't have to spend your life's savings to do it. read more