The Bar/Lounge at The St. Regis Florence

"In the restaurant and bar, latter-day royalty dine on Michelin-starred Tuscan cuisine and eye one another over bubbles and classic cocktails"

"Inside, the lobby lounge, dining rooms and bar in the Winter Garden have been expertly renovated; stained glass ceilings, beautifully detailed woodwork, and locally found and restored antiques add to the hotel's already regal air"

"The hotel has a few more flavorful redoubts up its sleeve, including a lovely library lounge and a sunny Winter Garden, the latter primed for breakfast and daily formal afternoon tea"

"Off to the side at the bar, take in the daily champagne sabering, which marks the start of every evening"