Staying at Gloria's apartment is what made our trip to Florence so special. It was a real sanctuary from the busy city and we felt welcome and safe in the community, eating out within a ten minute walk from the apartment each night. Instead of being tired of tourists, we were genuinely welcomed and the locals were kind and friendly to us.

Gloria's food recommendations were spot on! We loved the food market upstairs near central station (best pasta on the whole trip). The fish restaurant 2 mins away from the apartment was superb for atmosphere, fish/pasta and the best house red wine of the trip. The Santa Lucia pizzeria did sublime takeaway - recommend the garlic, origano and mozerella whole heartedly! Also, the pizza at a new place a minutes walk further on from the supermarket was exceptional.

Gloria's apartment felt luxurious and was a place we felt able to relax and to spend our lazy mornings, basking in the light from the balcony in the bedroom, and eating breakfast outdoors one very sunny morning.

Gloria was on hand to help us with any travel query whilst allowing us to enjoy our stay in peace - thank you!!