Archive for 'Day Trips'

Looking for a seaside spot for perfect days on the beach with a certain je ne sais quoi for your next getaway in Italy? Then we might recommend a trip to Ischia while you enjoy a stay in one of our incredible villas in Campania. This mountainous volcanic island, positioned at the northern end of the Gulf of Naples and around 30km from Naples is wonderfully unique and utterly lovely. If you’re considering a holiday rental in Campania but want to see what the region has beyond the immensely well-loved Amalfi Coast, it is a true gem just waiting to be explored...

Easy Access

One of the best parts about planning a day-trip to Ischia is that it is easy to access. Simply hop on the ferry from Naples and you’ll be on the island in 50 minutes. Plus, on the way over, you’ll be able to enjoy the boat ride and the scenery – sounds like the perfect way to begin a day out!

Italy is no stranger to towns and attractions that look like something from a fairytale, that are so utterly picturesque and magical that is hard to believe it is real. We have seen plenty of these destinations in our journeys through this blog, particularly in areas that can be easily visited by those who book one of our villas in Tuscany. However, another impossibly charming and magical town to add to the list is a must-see for those who book a vacation rental in Latium or a holiday rental in Rome and who are looking for a truly unforgettable day-trip destination: the enchanting town of Civita di Bagnoregio.

If you have always wanted to take in the beauty of the Alps for yourself and if you’re dreaming of a holiday in Italy this winter, then we cannot recommend a villa in Aosta highly enough. Not only can you ski at the various resorts in the region and visit some of the most beautiful and famous Christmas markets in Italy if you spend time in this part of the country over the winter period but you also have easy access to Switzerland and the most majestic stretch of the Italian Alps.

In this most northern reach of Italy, bordering France, Switzerland, Monaco, Liechtenstein, Austria, and Slovenia, you will discover a breathtaking tapestry of towering, rugged blue peaks, verdant green valleys, meadows teeming with a diverse array of flora and fauna, picturesque villages perched on high slopes, and rivers meandering down mountainsides in glistening silver ribbons. You'll breathe in the freshest air imaginable, savour the purest, most refreshing water from fountains and natural springs, and be captivated by the most awe-inspiring, jaw-dropping vistas of your life. And in this particular area of the Alps, you will find Mont Brulé.

We talk about a lot of different destinations with impossibly blue waters and incredible beaches but one of the most truly magical and unbelievably colourful spots in the world can be found if you book a villa in Sicily and head out on a day-trip to the sensational Egadi Islands.

Sometimes known as the Aegadian Islands in English and called the Isole Egadi in Italian, the three islands of the group include Favignana, Levanzo, and Marettimo. Those who have been dreaming of a vacation in Sicily may already be familiar with the famous volcanic Aeolian Islands and the exclusive island of Capri, but this group of islands has more than enough appeal and acts as a perfectly laid-back spot to escape to. Largely popular among Italians, there will likely be smaller crowds of international tourists and you’ll not only find better value for your money but also awe-inspiring azure waters, perfect spots to go swimming and diving, and much more besides. 

Tropea is one of those destinations that is so exceptionally picturesque that it can often seem utterly unreal. The turquoise blue of the waters, the pale sands, the lush green hillsides and white cliffs, the rainbow of sun umbrellas and towels along the strand, the market stalls overflowing with vibrant fresh produce, and the gorgeous pink sunsets all make this town look like a stunning painting rendered in the brightest and loveliest hues. In addition to being fronted by one of the prettiest stretches of beaches in all of Italy, adorned with one of the most scenic monasteries in Italy (which is really saying something), and overlooked by one of the most charming towns in Italy, this often lesser-known gem for international tourists is a true must if you find a villa in Calabria. An ideal spot to spend a day sunning yourself on the beach, splashing around and cooling off in those bluer than blue waters, wandering about the pretty tangle of streets throughout the town, taking endless pictures, and finding some cute little place to grab food, it is a perfect place for a day-trip while in the area. Come and see its exceptional looks with your own eyes and discover the endless charms and delights that it has on offer...