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As the weather gets hotter and summer holidays come and go, some of you may be thinking about winter breaks, adventures in snowy wonderlands, putting your feet up by the fire after long days of fun on the slopes, and sipping on something warming and delicious as you get cosy. Or maybe you can’t quite think about cooler weather yet but you should and you should get planning a perfect winter break now that availability is better and there are more properties to choose from! Just find your perfect vacation rental in the Aosta Valley now and have an exciting winter getaway to look forward to once summer fun is long over and the seasonal affective disorder starts kicking in. While you’re in the area, there is one particular adventure that you should make sure to pencil in: ice-karting.

Located on the edge of town in Breuil-Cervinia, in the area above the access tunnel into this mountain town, the ice-karting circuit is a natural circuit made of ice that offers two different types of paths, winding 500m and 800m respectively down a hill, where you can go-kart in the most thrilling of settings.

Lake Garda is a major attraction for anyone who has found a vacation rental in any one of the three regions in which it has shorelines. Just find a villa in Trentino, a holiday rental in Lombardy, or a vacation rental in Veneto and come explore this famous beauty and all that it has to offer; from water sports to boat tours, from drinking a glass of wine while enjoying sunset over the lake to picnicking at scenic spots, from exploring different historic villas dotted around the various islands and lakeside villages to hiking around trails located all over the area, and much more besides. If you are interested in hiking, in particular, you are in luck. There are lots of interesting trails to choose from and the most incredible backdrops to enjoy while you’re out there hiking. One of the best routes to explore is the Strada del Ponale.

Trentino is a northern region of Italy, set amongst Alpine backdrops, lush valleys, rolling hills, wide pastures, and little villages that is, undoubtedly, utterly picturesque and completely lovely. However, there are particular corners of Trentino that are especially beautiful and magical and that should be sought out by anyone who has found a vacation rental in Trentino and is thinking about exploring the region. One of those little gems is Arco Castle, a romantic ruin that sits majestically atop a cliff and surveys the surrounding landscape. Come and stretch your legs by hiking to the castle, admire the incredible panoramic view from the top, and explore this stunningly lovely ruin.

Perched over the plain of the River Sacra, just at the point at which it widens, Arco Castle (Castello di Arco) dominates the skyline of the area and is an iconic structure in the landscape. It is the symbol of the town of Arco and a beloved memento of times past. While its exact origins are somewhat steeped in mystery, we know that it existed at least after the year 1000 AD. The area has been inhabited since before the Middle Ages and it is thought that the castle was originally built by the people, only to be later taken over by the local nobles.

Milan is one of the most impressive fashion capitals in Italy and in the world with a long and lauded sartorial history, plenty of incredible boutiques, headquarters and flagship stores of many of the world’s most famous designer labels, designer cafés, restaurants, and bars, fashion museums, ample opportunity for stylish people-watching, and so much more besides. However, as more and more of the clothing market turns to vintage and resale in a bid to make the industry much more sustainable, savvy and stylish travellers who have found a vacation rental in Milan might be looking for some of the best places to shop for clothes in search of a new home. As such, we have compiled a list of just five of the must-see vintage stores in Milan in order to kick off your trip to this fashion fanatics’ dream holiday destination. Read on, get shopping, and go green.

Italy is one of the world's favourite skiing destinations and combines all of the best things in life; fun in the snow, rich Italian culture, delicious hearty cuisines, tasty tipples by the fire, wonderful scenery and views, and the prettiest mountain villages. If you have been thinking about planning a winter getaway and you want to spend all or some of it partaking in some snow sports, then consider finding a vacation rental in Italy and enjoying all that it has to offer in the colder months! Just grab yourself a Bombardino, curl up somewhere cosy and get planning your trip with our guide to some of the best ski regions, towns and resorts in Italy!