There’s something familiar about Spain that draws visitors, who maybe remember a few phrases of high school Spanish or harbor a vague curiosity of bullfighting or siestas. But it’s the staggering diversity—of cultures, languages, cuisines, and landscapes—that keeps travelers coming back again and again.
Thanks to decades of cinema, centuries of art, and millenia of history, everyone is more or less familiar with the fantasy of Italy. You think you know Italian food and Roman landmarks, but not until you arrive in the country do you realize that everything you thought you knew is really just the tip of an enormous iceberg.
There’s something familiar about Spain that draws visitors, who maybe remember a few phrases of high school Spanish or harbor a vague curiosity of bullfighting or siestas. But it’s the staggering diversity—of cultures, languages, cuisines, and landscapes—that keeps travelers coming back again and again.
Thanks to decades of cinema, centuries of art, and millennia of history, everyone is more or less familiar with the fantasy of Italy. You think you know Italian food and Roman landmarks, but not until you arrive in the country do you realize that everything you thought you knew is really just the tip of an enormous iceberg.
Aug 2 – 4, 2024: Barcelona (2 nights)
Aug 4 – 6, 2024: Florence (2 nights)
Aug 6 – 9, 2024: Tuscan Countryside (3 nights)
Aug 9 – 12, 2024: Rome (3 nights)
Aug 12 – 16, 2024: Menorca (4 nights)
Aug 16 – 17, 2024: Barcelona (1 night)
If you need any assistance while you are traveling, or if you would like to make any changes, reservations or cancellations during your time in Italy and Spain you can contact the following who will be your local contacts during your trip:
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Important: Due to the time difference, for small day-to-day things like touring and dining reservations - or emergencies that need immediate assistance - it will be most efficient for you to use the local contacts as they are in the same time zone as you.
WhatsApp: If you don’t have WhatsApp on your phone, we strongly encourage downloading it for free as it makes contacting our local team easier.
In August, the Spanish Mediterranean coast experiences high temperatures, often exceeding 86 degrees Fahrenheit. The region enjoys abundant sunshine and minimal rainfall, creating ideal conditions for beachgoers and tourists seeking a warm and dry summer getaway.
August in Rome and Tuscany brings hot and sunny weather, with temperatures frequently surpassing 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit). Travelers can expect dry conditions, making it an excellent time to explore historical landmarks in Rome or venture through the picturesque landscapes of Tuscany.
U.S. passport holders do not need any special visa to visit Spain or Italy for tourism purposes.
These guidelines are for reference only. Scenset holds no responsibility for travel restrictions. Travelers are responsible for ensuring the right documentation to travel.
Get ready for your trip with our personalized guides to Spain and Italy. You'll find:
Take a look at Scenset's Guide to Spain here and Scenset's Guide to Italy here!
Welcome to Barcelona!
Meet your driver in the arrivals area of the airport, after clearing customs. Upon meeting your driver, you will be transferred to your accommodation.
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Check in to your hotel and take some time to freshen up before your tapas tour in the early evening.
It’s clear from the moment you step foot in Barcelona that it’s unlike any other Spanish city. The boulevards are wider, the architecture is quirkier, and, if you have an ear for languages, you may hear that the locals are speaking Catalan, not Spanish. Gaudi’s masterpiece, the Sagrada Familia, is just one of his architectural gems scattered about the city. With something to offer art enthusiasts, adventurous foodies, and beach loungers, it’s no wonder that Barcelona is one of Europe’s top destinations.
Start your trip with the best introduction to Barcelona possible: through its food scene. Visit some classic tapas bars and the iconic Boqueria Market with your local guide, where you'll try specialties like tortilla española, jamón iberico, croquetas, and artisanal vermouth and wine to accompany it.
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There's no shortage of great food in Barcelona, and some of the best meals are at the bar you stumble into by surprise. Here's a list of some top places to eat. Please let us know if you'd like reservations.
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Barcelona is a hotspot for craft cocktail bars within Spain and all of Europe. Take a visit to the some of the most innovative bars in the city.
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Why we love it for you: Members of a bygone cotton guild—who once occupied this very building—would be honored that the Cotton House hotel pays homage to their humble roots. In addition to the name, there’s an in-house atelier and decorative touches that blend its storied past with an avant-garde present. In fact, the long-ago textile workers would surely be just as impressed by the tropical-themed patio, chic cocktail bar, and rooftop pool overlooking the city.
Cotton House
Gaudi left his mark all over Barcelona, so visit some of his most iconic works around the city. Begin with his masterpiece, the Sagrada Familia, which you'll see from inside and out. Afterward, head to Park Güell, which is like a wonderland fantasy but in real life.
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Cotton House
Your driver will meet you at your hotel for a private transfer to Barcelona Airport.
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Your driver will meet you at Florence Airport in the arrival hall with a sign with your name on it, for your private transfer to your hotel.
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In many ways, visiting Florence today feels like a trip directly into the Renaissance. The energy that inspired the likes of da Vinci and Michelangelo is still palpable, from the grandiose pink and green facade of the Duomo to an unembellished plate of Florentine steak with potatoes. It’s easy to get engrossed by the art and shopping in the historic center, but walk across the Ponte Vecchio to find Florence’s most authentic osterias and enotecas on the left bank of the river.
Crown your day discovering the magnificent Accademia Gallery, home to one of the world's most famous artworks: Michelangelo's David, a masterpiece of Renaissance sculpture. Sculpted in marble by a young artist, the statue came to symbolize the defense of civil liberties embodied in the Republic of Florence, an independent city-state threatened on all sides by more powerful rival states and by the hegemony of a prominent family.
On the first Sunday of the month, the Accademia Gallery offers free admission to all visitors. If you'd like the chance to see David, you can visit independently upon arrival in Florence. Advance tickets are not available, and the last entrance is at around 6:20 p.m. Expect a queue.
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Why we love it for you: The location couldn’t be better: the hotel is built right on the Arno, a pigeon’s spit from the Ponte Vecchio with in-your-face river and bridge views from the public areas and the best of the bedrooms.
Hotel Lungarno
Enjoy today at leisure, exploring Florence.
You may enjoy:
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Florence has some wonderful coffee shops, a few of our favorites are:
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This is one of our favorite things to do in Italy, combining "aperitivo" and "cena" (dinner). There are certain bars that offer a fair amount of bites to eat with drinks, either free of charge, with a small fee or à la carte, depending on whether you are there for an aperitif. It's a way to experience the city like a local!
Places where this is typically offered:
Hotel Lungarno
No visit to the Renaissance City is complete without a visit to the city's most renowned museum: the Uffizi Gallery. Accompanied by your art historian guide, you'll see works of art from all of the Renaissance greats, such as The Birth of Venus by Botticelli.
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Meet your driver at the hotel lobby for a private transfer to your Tuscan countryside estate, with a pitstop along the way.
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On your way to Il Borro, make a pit stop at The Mall Firenze, one of the biggest outlet centers in Tuscany and located just outside of Florence. Take some time to shop around and pick-up a few local items as souvenirs.
You have three hours of vehicle time at disposal. If you'd like more time, let us know.
After your shopping, continue the drive to your countryside estate and get ready to enjoy the scenery.
It’s easy to get wrapped up in the magic of Florence, but there’s so much more to Tuscany outside of the capital city. Hop in the car and the city quickly gives way to medieval villages, terracotta estates, and endless rows of vineyards. The region is renowned for its history and art, but sensual pleasures reign supreme: copious glasses of wine, simple cooking with seasonal ingredients, natural thermal baths. If you’re seeking la dolce vita, you’ll find it in Tuscany.
Why we love it for you: From the moment you arrive, it’s as though you’ve been transported to a Tuscan village of yesteryear. Everything is decentralized, so you’ll find staff members walking around, perhaps on their way back from picking produce for dinner or tending to the grapes at the vineyards. Each suite is individually decorated and named, but always with the style of returning home to your cozy countryside cottage.
Il Borro Toscana
Carefully crafted to offer an enticing blend of history, local character, views, and flavors. Your tour will lead you to discover the Chianti hills' centuries-old tradition and extraordinary wines.
Learn all about this sensational wine region and taste the best by visiting two lovely local wineries, both located in the green heart of Chianti Classico. Enjoy the privilege of private visits led by the expert in-house staff at both and learn all about the production and aging techniques that lie behind world-class wines visiting the vineyards and cellars.
At the end of each visit savor the best estate blends, discovering the characteristic flavors and aromas of Chianti: a limpid ruby red color, floral notes for its odor, and a harmonious, dry and sapid flavor.
Crown your experience savoring a delicious typical Tuscan light lunch served in the panoramic atmosphere of one of the two wineries.
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Il Borro Toscana
Immerse yourself in the essence of Tuscan cuisine and its traditions that have been handed down for centuries, by learning to prepare its delicacies. Enjoy this experience in a beautiful Tuscan villa located in the stunning countryside of Chianti. At the end of the experience, enjoy the mouth-watering meal that you have prepared, accompanied by rich local wines.
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Il Borro Toscana
Meet your driver for a private transfer from your Tuscan estate to your hotel in Rome.
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Check in to your accommodation.
With an uncanny sense of foresight, Rome was first called the Eternal City 2,000 years ago. Even by today’s standards, it’s still grand in a way that few other places can compare to. The buildings are dilapidated and the roads disheveled, but chaos has never looked so exquisite. The cobblestone streets may be nonsensical, but a wrong turn always leads to an unexpected delight: an intimate piazza, a baroque fountain, or a homey trattoria serving house-made cacio e pepe.
Rome is a spectacular city whose charming cobblestone streets and elegant buildings look even more lovely lit up during the night. With this unique tour, discover the wonders of the Eternal City at night in the back of a luxury vintage car. Your local, expert driver and guide will regale you with stories and anecdotes, stretching from the foundation of the city to its modern revival and taking you to see its most sought-after attractions and sweeping panoramas. Stop at Janiculum Hill and take in the mesmerizing view while enjoying a glass of champagne.
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Why we love it for you: With its perfectly calibrated balance of chic and cheek, Maalot Roma is one of the most exciting additions to the Italian capital city's boutique hotel scene. Set so close to the Trevi Fountain that you can hear the water rush, this irreverent bolthole serves up its bold maximalist luxury with a refreshing wink-and-nudge playfulness.
Maalot Roma
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Meet your guide in the hotel lobby and set off on a private golf cart tour, with a visit to the Colosseum. Reimagine the gladiatorial battles that took place on the Colosseum’s arena floor and the imperial rallies that occurred in the Roman Forum.
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Salumeria Roscioli is an iconic Roman pasta restaurant. The restaurant was featured in 2024 by the New York Times as one of the Essential Pastas to Eat in Italy. Everything is delicious, but the cacio e pepe is the stand out dish.
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Maalot Roma
In the late morning, leave your hotel and meet your guide to pick up your bicycles. It's roughly a 17-minute walk from your hotel. You could also take a taxi, but travel time is similar due to Roman traffic.
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Lined with many pagan and Christian tombs, the Appian Way is incredibly atmospheric. This itinerary gives you the chance to fully soak up its unique atmosphere as you make the scenic journey down its 2,400-year-old cobblestones. After an immersive 3-hour bike tour, you will stop at a local organic farm just off the ancient road. As well as enjoying a guided tour of its bucolic estate - including the vineyard, winery, farm, and dairy producer - you will enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch in stunning rural surroundings.
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Maalot Roma
Meet your driver at the hotel lobby for a private transfer to the airport.
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Your driver will meet you at Menorca Airport for the short drive to your countryside estate.
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If you’ve never heard of the Spanish island of Menorca, then the locals would probably consider that a success. The Mediterranean paradise is known for its authentic local culture, locally-sourced gastronomy, and secluded beaches, especially when compared to its much more popular neighbors, Mallorca and Ibiza. While the other islands spent decades catering to big resorts and tourists, Menorca did just the opposite, meaning more virgin beaches and opportunities to fully disconnect.
Menorca is best-known for its "kilometer zero" cuisine, meaning ingredients are locally sourced from freshly caught seafood, homegrown produce, and Menorcan cows.
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Why we love it for you: This beautiful 19th-century farmhouse is the baby of a couple whose eye for detail and sustainable philosophy has created a hotel oozing with a luxury money can’t buy. With verdant grounds and stone underfoot, breakfast and dinner from the garden, yoga, and pottery classes, it’s an unforgettable getaway.
Son Blanc
You'll have access to an electric Fiat 500 car to get around the island. It has more than enough range to move around Menorca and charges by solar panel power when you're on property.
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Menorca wouldn't be done right without a day of cruising over crystal waters, past secluded rocky coves and powder-sand beaches. Spend the full day aboard a private boat with your captain, and explore the rugged coast, stop at any sandy cove you wish, and forget about time and space. Snorkels and stand-up paddle boards are available on board for you to use! You'll stay on board through the sunset, enjoying a delicious meal grilled on the boat and drinks throughout the day.
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Son Blanc
Enjoy the final days of your trip at leisure, relaxing by the beach and exploring the island at your own rhythm. We'll give you ideas of what to see and help with any logistics necessary.
Your hotel offers e-bikes available to rent, and a massive property to explore. Take your bike straight to the beach, or go for a ride around the Cami de Cavalls, a trail that circumnavigates the entire island.
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This high-brow art gallery from renowned Hauser & Wirth is located on the tiny Isla del Rey inside the Mahón port. It's a beautiful setting with incredible art pieces, plus an on-site restaurant that's a true gem. Also on the island is an 18th-century hospital you can tour from Menorca's days as a British colony.
It's free to visit the gallery, but you need to purchase roundtrip ferry tickets. Ferries depart every 30 minutes.
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Head out from your hotel in your rental car or ask your hotel concierge for help calling a taxi. Be sure to dress nicely—you'll want to take photos!
Take a visit to the Cova d'en Xoroi, hands down one of the coolest bars you'll ever see. It's built into the side of a cave overlooking the Mediterranean, perfect for taking some pictures while enjoying a cocktail or two. Enjoy live music while watching the sunset!
The Cova d'Xoroi has a dress code policy of no beachwear, no athletic wear, and no sleeveless shirts.
Son Blanc
1x Cuarto Artesano Garden View Room
Here are some of the best beaches you can visit—vetted by a local!
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The restaurant is part of a 400-hectare working farm, set within a centuries-old finca that has been lovingly restored to reflect the laid-back soul and effortless charm of Menorca. The menu at Nonna Bazaar is honest, unpretentious and flavoursome, with a focus on Mediterranean cuisine.
Reservation: Canceled due to weather
You can either ask your hotel to call a taxi or use your car. It's about a 40-minute drive from Son Blanc to Nonna Bazaar.
Cancellations within 24 hours or no shows will incur a fee.
You'll be picked up from your hotel for the transfer back to the hotel to catch your flight.
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Meet your driver upon exiting from baggage claim for a transfer back to your hotel in the city center.
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Cotton House
1x Cotton Deluxe Room
Your adventure has come to an end, but fortunately in Spain we don't say adiós but rather hasta luego, or until next time!
You'll be picked up this morning for a private transfer to the airport in time to catch your flight home.
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