Archive for 'Central Italy'

One of those pretentious things that you hear people say but that is actually rather true is that certain foods are never as good as the version available on their home ground. While you may be able to find very tasty examples elsewhere, the expertise, experience, and innate understanding of locals means that eating the real deal can be a totally different experience. Foodies who love Italian food, in particular, will find that it is truly hard to compare to Italian food in Italy. So, if you have booked a villa in Italy or you are coming to explore and move about the country, these are the foods that we think you need to ensure that you try while you are in Italy – but don’t blame us if nothing else ever quite compares...

One of the best things about being on holiday is getting to indulge in delicious treats and try incredible local delights. With this in mind, we have been thinking and dreaming of our favourite Italian chocolate here at Italy Villas and decided to compile a list of the best brands and places where you can get some sweet treats if you book a villa in Italy and are truly diving into all aspects of her rich and flavourful culinary scene.

All jokes aside, Italy really does offer some of the tastiest chocolate in the world, in various forms, to sample so be sure to visit these gems once you have found your perfect vacation rental in Italy with us...

If you are looking for easy access to Rome but a truly unique gem of a property, steeped in both history and surrounded by natural beauty, then the spectacular Torre delle Cornacchie is ideal! Utterly singular, finished to an incredibly high standard with chic interiors, and located just 30 minutes from Rome, this is an extraordinary property for anyone who has been dreaming of a perfect villa in Rome.

For those who often need to use the bathroom, worrying about where and when you will able to find facilities next can be a pressing concern that can distract you and take away from experiences. So, if you are on holidays and want to enjoy yourself without stress, it is always good to know the lay of the land and what to expect. If you are considering booking a holiday rental in Rome, in particular, you are likely looking ahead to long days of exploring the city and being out and about for much of your time, ergo you may need to use a bathroom quite frequently. To help you out and give you one less thing to worry about, here is our guide to public bathrooms in Rome.

Have you ever wanted to stay in a castle? Have you dreamed of living in an incredible historic building for a while – sinking your feet into rich old carpets, being surrounded by tapestries and works of art, admiring richly carved furnishings, gazing up at ceilings high over head, descending sweeping stairs in the morning, lounging on chaises with a great books, sleeping in four-poster beds, peeping out over the parapet at the nearby lake, chatting by a massive fire? Well, make all of these fantasies and more happen by booking a stay in the incredible Castello Borgia in Umbria!