October 3

We are now in Florence at a lovely olde world hotel and the room has high ceilings with frescos along the ceiling.  There is a big flat screen tv in the room too, and so far haven't turned on the tv in a week although there has been English TV to watch. We had a long day's drive today from basically Sorrento and with a couple of pit stops took 8 hours.  One of the stops was at a cameo place.  I didn't succumb. Tonight we have a dinner paid for as part of our trip at either of three restaurants..two nearby, and one a half hour walk away.  Which one did I choose?  Guess...close is best!  Tomorrow we have a city tour by bus, then a walking tour and we will see David in all his splendour at the Accademia gallery.  Will not go to the Uffizii gallery this time, but rather enjoy the ambiance near by.