Bookcrossing Italy

sììììì il mercato coperto!!! Val la pena farci un giro per vederlo. Soprattutto il piano di sopra, alimentari, con una scelta di frutta secca e candita da svenimento!!!

ops non ho scritto in inglese... ma non saprei metà delle parole!

Concerning weather and wearing, I suppose we should keep in mind that you are Canadian. What we call "cold" shouldn't impress you so much. In practice, temperature seldom falls below 0 degrees both in Florence and Venice, unless you are unlucky. In Venice it could be windy, and surely wet.
The most visited cities, like Florence, Venice and Rome, are so used to guest tourists that there is no way to escape: you will be a tourist, even if you come from 50 km away, simply because of your "I'm on holiday" face . So, be an honest tourist - and enjoy it. Your look doesn't matter: remember that we have seen something worst anyway
Especially in Florence, be prepared: there is not a single church, museum, whatever for which you will not be asked to pay a ticket. Last autumn we (two) had to pay 45 euros in two days just for that .

I appreciate all your comments and advice. My husband and I are excited about exploring part of your lovely country. I will try to release a few books at an OBCZ (if I can find one). Thanks again!