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Fun in the sun

Florence is full of life during the day. There are many things to do and see. Its center is always full of people especially on Saturdays and Sundays. I find it difficult to get board in Florence. There is always something to do. Just go outside and walk to Piazza della Repubblica, for example. You are sure to find people making performances, cool looking mimes and as much gelato as you can eat.
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Traveling

One of the greatest things about traveling to Europe is the fact that so many countries are so close together that it makes traveling easy as a pizza pie. Coming to Italy as a study abroad student for only one semester, has been amazing; however, I wish I could spend more time in Italy. Because I was only here for a short period of time, I traveled almost every weekend. Here is a little info about my travels…
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Recommended Eating by an American

Delicious Restaurants

omero
Santo Bevitore: Via dello Spirito Santo 64-66/r, Oltrarno
Phone: 055 21 12 64
Transport bus: 6 & D
Lonely Planet review
Young staff dash about beneath the vaults of this popular and serious eatery. The dark timber tables are the perfect support for a bottle of deep Tuscan red. Then you’ll need to choose some grub from the limited Tuscan menu, replete with classic dishes.
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Barscene, first drink

A couple of places where you can start your night depending on what you like.

Mayday

from private collection

Mayday:

Mayday club is a cocktail bar located in the heart of Florence. The decoration focuses on the history of radio, telegraph, early televisions and is equipped with lamps design by one of the owners. They frequently host interesting art exhibitions from painting, photography to installations.
Mayday has a great selection of original cocktails and a nice atmosphere. Their staff makes you feel welcome and homey and we definatly recommend that as a first stop in your circle in Florence bars.
Located at via Dante Alighieri 16/r
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Useful Terms

  • Welcome - Benvenuto

    Hello - ciao

    Goodbye - Ciao/ Arrivederci

    How are you? – come va? / come stai?

    Im fine thanks. And you? – Bene grazie. E tu?

    Thank you - Grazie

    Your welcome - Prego

    Whats your name? - come ti chiami?

    My name is __ – Mi chiamo __

    Where are you from? – Da dove vieni? /Di dove sei?

    Im from __ – Sono di __

    Pleased to meet you- Piacere

    Good morning- Buon giorno

    Good evening-Buona sera

    Good night- Bounanotte

    Cheers - Salute

    I dont understand - Non ho capito

    Please speak more slowly - Puó parlare piú lentamente

    Excuse me - Scusa/Mi scusi

    How much is this? - Quanto costa?

    How do you say... in Italian?-Come se dice ... in italiano?

    Where´s the toilet? - Dov´é il bagno?

    Happy Birthday - Buon complanno

    Merry christams and a Happy new year - Buon Natalae e felice anno nuovo