It's been a long while since we've been in Florence and it was our first time traveling in Italy with a baby. There was a great deal to consider and David—and his partner, Mattia—were incredibly helpful: they provided a crib, made sure the air conditioning and amenities were all stocked for our arrival, and spent time making detailed recommendations on where to eat (Gelateria La Carraia, yes; Trattoria La Casalinga and I' Brindellone, absolutely yes) and what not to miss. From the beginning to the end of our stay, they made themselves available, willing to answer any questions we had; they even took care of booking a taxi for our trip to the airport. The apartment itself feels like home, is spacious, up two narrow flights of stairs, and located on a quiet street near the Piazza Santo Spirito. Location-wise, you'll be well-away from packs of tourists, but not at all removed from the rumble and hum of open squares and beautiful walks to wine, food, and astonishing art.