Ep 84: Florence to Lake Como: A Dreamy Italy Trip with Kids (and Carry-Ons)

In Part Two of our Italy travel series, I’m sharing the highlights of our dreamy family trip through Florence and Lake Como, with carry-ons only! From breathtaking art and rooftop sunsets in Florence to boat rides and lakeside slow days in Lake Como, this episode is packed with tips, honest reflections, and inspiration for traveling Europe with kids. Whether you’re planning your own Italy itinerary or want to travel vicariously through this story, I hope this glimpse into our journey helps you imagine what’s possible and what really matters when traveling as a family. What You’ll Hear in This Episode: Why we chose Florence and Lake Como over Venice How we booked luxury hotels with points and what to expect Our favorite museum moments and what we skipped The Tuscan farm cooking experience that felt like family How to make Lake Como restful and kid-friendly Carry-on travel tips for European airlines The value of flexible plans and simple pleasures Links Mentioned: Il Tornabuoni – Hyatt Hotel, Florence Tuscan Farm Experience Here Our Airbnb in Lake Como HERE Rent a Boat Varenna My Favorite travel safe purse HERE Restaurants & gelato spots: In Florence: All’Antico Vinaio, Shake Café, Venchi Gelato, La Giostra In Varenna: La Veranda dei Pescatori, Riva Gelato,  #family travel Italy, Florence with kids, Lake Como travel tips, Tuscany with family, Italy itinerary kids, travel podcast Italy, travel Europe on points, Florence travel family, Lake Como Airbnb, Rent a Boat Varenna   If you enjoyed the episode, leave a review - it means the world to me + helps the show reach more people! Thank you! 💛 Work With Me: Get on the waitlist for WITHIN: A 21-Day Return to Self https://www.dorothymcgatlin.com/Within-Waitlist Want weekly workouts, bonus coachings, and more join the Lift Library  For Lift 1-1 Health and Weightloss coaching 📲 Let’s Connect: Connect with me on Instagram - @dorothymcgatlin Connect with me on Facebook - Dorothy McGatlin Click HERE for the Show Notes.