Archive for 'Central Italy'

The city of Ascoli Piceno is a remarkable place in the region of Le Marche that lies at the meeting of two rivers and is almost completely surrounded by mountains.

This magical place is very well connected by rail and has become a very popular visiting destination for tourists.

There are superb holiday villas in Sant’Omero for tourists to relax in for a few days if they wish while they explore Ascoli Piceno, less than a half hour’s drive away.


Why not begin your day of exploration with a stroll around the historical centre of Ascoli Piceno. Most of the old buildings here were constructed from a beautiful gray marble called Travertine, mined from the nearby mountains. Be sure to see the glorious Piazza del Popolo which is widely regarded as being one of the most beautiful squares in Italy!

Come and see the spectacular city of Ancona, an urban port on the coast of Le Marche. Tourists will delight in the rich scenery that surrounds them here and of course, the delicious range of seafood dishes that await them in quaint little eateries beside the sea. There is a lovely range of holiday rentals in Le Marche to choose from, all within easy reach of Ancona.

This seaside city sits on a spur of land jutting out to sea and offers breathtaking views wherever you look here. Start off your day of touring with a visit to the majestic Basilica of San Ciriaco on top of Guasco hill overlooking the mouth of Ancona harbour.

This old and beautifully designed building offers a sense of peacefulness to those who stroll within its tall walls.

The magnificent city of L’Aquila in the region of Abruzzo is a perfect place to visit on your Italian vacation! The name literally translates as ‘The Eagle’ and like the bird; the city represents great strength and power in its rich heritage and beauty. L’Aquila is the capital city of Abruzzo and sits on a hill overlooking the surrounding Valley of the Aterno River.

This magical location is further encased by the majestic Apennines which paint a pretty picture in winter with its snow covered peaks.

Tourists have a lovely selection of vacation villa rentals in Abruzzo to choose from where they can relax in after a day trip into this spectacular city!

The tourist city of Pescara sits on the coast of the Abruzzo region of Italy, facing the Adriatic Sea. This scenic place has lots of pretty beaches which has made it a popular holiday destination for thousands of people throughout the year. Tourists wishing to spend a few days exploring this coastal paradise have a choice of nearby holiday villas in Città Sant'angelo, only sixteen kilometres from Pescara city.

Enjoy sunbathing on the sandy beaches and diving into some exhilarating water sports such as snorkelling and water skiing! Music lovers would enjoy the vibrant Jazz festival in July which has grown to become one of the biggest and most popular in all of Europe!

The welcoming city of Perugia is the capital city of its region, Umbria is built across the River Tiber. It sits on a high hilltop and expands outwards across surrounding valleys. Perugia dates back to Etruscan times and was a thriving city during the reign of this civilisation. Visitors have a superb choice of villa rentals in Perugia to choose from, some of which have swimming pools and magnificent views of the surrounding area.

The city celebrates many festivals throughout the year including the famous Eurochocolate festival! This is one of the largest chocolate festivals in Europe and takes place every year in October. The lively Umbria Jazz Festival takes place in July and has grown massively in popularity over recent years.