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With major winter sport events scheduled to take place in Italy in February 2026, there has never been a better time to plan a ski break in Italy! With lots of incredible options when it comes to destinations from buzzy resorts with a big après ski culture, to scenic Alpine villages that look like gingerbread villages, to major winter sports destinations, as well as destinations with slopes for those at all experience levels, there truly is something for everyone. So, whether you’re a regular when it comes to ski breaks or you’ve always wanted to try one out for yourself, allow us to help you plan the perfect ski holiday in Italy. Have specific requirements or need some extra help to find the rental and destination that is exactly the right fit? Then just contact us and our team of seasoned villa experts will be more than happy to help you out. Or, simply, read on to our guide to skiing in Italy in 2025 and 2026...

Love more authentic destinations? Enjoy exploring hidden gems and unspoiled natural wonders? Like getting a little bit off the beaten path and making your budget stretch just that bit further? Well, if you’ve been considering a vacation in Italy and this is the case, then there are some wonderful destinations that are unsung heroes.

Of course, it is not that these locations are utterly unknown. You may have friends or family who have visited them before, you may have heard of them but you are unlikely to have heard as much about them as some of the country’s more popular destinations. And while this all may be true, it does not mean that they have less to offer. Perhaps there won’t be quite the same concentration of famous sights to tick off a bucket list but there will be plenty of other amazing things to see, do, and experience. So, read on and find out why we recommend a holiday in Italy in these particular spots...

For the more serious water babies and beach lovers, a villa in Calabria means a vacation spent exploring some of the most beautiful beaches in Italy and the world and a rugged coastline dotted by charming little villages, panoramic viewing spots, and all sorts of magical surprises. Yet, this is an area of Italy that gets comparatively few tourists and, unlike some parts of the country, is dying for more visitors! So, if you want to get ahead of the crowd, make your budget stretch further, and enjoy stunning beaches where finding a nice spot is not quite as much of a competitive sport during the summer months, then maybe Calabria is the place for you...

One of the many reasons that we recommend booking a vacation rentals in Italy with us rather than with someone else or rather than booking a hotel or some other form of accommodation, is that our owners really add to the entire experience.

This, of course, varies from owner to owner and your own interest in engaging with them but many are happy to be your portal to the area and give all sorts of helpful advice and tips. They usually live nearby and are, therefore, on hand throughout your vacation should any issues arise but also to offer special insight to the locality and what it has to offer visitors.

From suggesting local restaurants and tourist attractions, to telling you about amenities of the property itself, our owners will help you get situated upon arrival to ensure that you have an especially enjoyable holiday in Italy.

Have festive plans got your head in a tailspin? Are there too many parties, commitments, things to buy, rooms to clean and decorate, foods to prepare? Have you been considering just escaping this Holiday Season? Well, we think that’s a great idea! Especially if you have been thinking about a vacation rental in Italy, as we would argue that it is one of the best possible destinations at this time of the year.

Whether you personally celebrate Christmas or not, those who find themselves on holiday in Italy over the Holidays will discover many of the permanent charms of the country with a pretty, festive, exciting Christmas veneer on top. Many cities and towns are at their most beautiful at this time of the year, there are even more things to see and do, as well as lots of incredible seasonal dishes to enjoy, so its an excellent time to visit!