Travel

Up to 60 extra taxis on Florence streets until November 2026

Sunday, April 26, 2026 Editorial Staff Travel

The measure aims to cope with rising demand during the tourist season, with additional shifts and new services planned.

Airlines warn of three-hour airport queues, call to revise EU border system

Thursday, April 23, 2026 Editorial Staff Travel

Italian aviation groups ask for more flexibility in the Entry/Exit System after delays of up to three hours at border controls across Europe.

Open-air tourism in Tuscany tops 10 million stays in 2025

Friday, April 17, 2026 Editorial Staff Travel

Camping sites and holiday villages continue to attract visitors, with international demand leading the trend and domestic tourism expected to strengthen next year.

Pisa and Florence airports face delays as new EU border system comes into force

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Editorial Staff Travel

Travellers using Tuscany’s main airports may face longer waits due to the new EU Entry/Exit System (EES), which introduces stricter digital checks for non-EU passengers.

Florence’s Bardini Garden wisteria in bloom for a brief spring display

Monday, April 13, 2026 Editorial Staff Travel

The 70-metre pergola at Villa Bardini has begun flowering, with peak colours expected to last around ten day.

Tootbus Tuscany connects Florence with Siena, Pisa and Lucca

Friday, April 10, 2026 Editorial Staff Travel

A new transport and sightseeing service connecting Florence with key destinations in Tuscany has been launched on a trial basis until October 2026.

Florence begins removing shared e-scooters as private rentals continue

Friday, April 3, 2026 Editorial Staff Travel

After the ban that took effect on 1 April, city police have begun clearing vehicles from the streets, while the operator shifts to a new business model and challenges the decision.