Jet Set Jess

Buongiorno! At long last, I'm excited to share a few photos from stop number one from my tour of Italy in April 2022! Florence, like most of Italy, is a gorgeous, sprawling city filled with amazing food, warm people, majestic vistas, and endless history. But with so much to do and see, it can be a little overwhelming. That's why I'm here to share recommendations to anyone considering a trip to Firenze. Where to stay, where to shop, and of course...what to eat! Mangia bene! STAY 🛎 Four Seasons Hotel Florence DO 🌐 Duomo  🌐 Santa Croce 🌐 The Baptistery of St. John 🌐 Giotto's Campanile 🌐 Palazzo Vecchio 🌐 Uffizi 🌐 Pitti Palace 🌐 Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo's David 🌐 Ponte Vecchio 🌐 Boboli Gardens 🌐 Piazzale Michelangelo Most importantly, be sure to spend time wandering the adorable streets and visit the Oltrarno neighborhood for cozy local restaurants and bars. Shop along the famous Via Roma and take advantage of the strong dollar! A day trip to

Last October I jetted down to New Orleans for a stay at the newly opened Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans ! Draped in classic Southern elegance, the Four Seasons is located along the water at the end of Canal St., which is walking distance to the French Quarter but still far enough removed from the chaos should you want to avoid any rowdiness. New Orleans is a city like no other, with so much history, culture, music, and incredible food to experience! I ate, I drank, I explored every inch and every thing the Big Easy had to offer. Miss River at the Four Seasons is a must for dinner and don't even think about leaving without hitting up the Chandelier Bar at the Four Seasons for a Gin Fizz!  And just a few additional recommendations from my stay: ⚜ Parkway Bakery and Tavern for Po Boys ⚜  Bacchanal Wine  ⚜  The Carousel Piano Bar and Lounge at Hotel Monteleone ⚜  Pat O'Brien's Bar ⚜  Bar Marilou for drinks ⚜  Magazine Street for shopping ⚜  Commander's Palace for jazz