Archive for 'Day Trips'

Reggio Emilia is a superb city in the region of Emilia Romagna in Northern Italy that sometimes goes by the more official name of Reggio nell’ Emilia. This urban space contains a rich source of history, culture and entertainment to suit every type of visitor!

Tourists wishing to visit this intriguing place have a fine choice of holiday rentals in Emilia Romagna region to choose from. From the vacation rental of their choice they can then plan an exciting day trip into the city of Reggio Emilia to soak in all the sights and culture!     Read More

Parma is a famous city in the region of Emilia Romagna. Thought to have been founded by the Etruscans, Parma is probably most famous for its cured ham called Prosciutto di Parma, their ‘true’ parmesan cheese called Parmigiano Reggiano and the glorious architecture that fills up this urban area.

Famous people that hail from Parma include the well known typographer, Giambattista Bodini who created a typeface titled with his surname. It’s a small but highly popular tourist spot that’s full of life and a warm welcoming atmosphere.

Tourists have a lovely choice of vacation rentals in Emilia Romagna to choose from, several within a reasonable distance of Parma.

Begin your day of touring Parma with a visit to the University of Parma in the historic centre of the city. This beautiful building is one of the oldest universities in the world!

Be sure to take a photograph of the stunning city baptistery nearby that was built in 1196. This unusually shaped building is a true masterpiece of fine architecture and houses some spectacular 12th century sculptures that are well worth a look.     Read More

The beautiful hills and valleys of the Alto Metauro region in Le Marche are indeed a sight for sore eyes! This district rests in the centre of the Apennines Mountains and borders with Tuscany and Umbria. It lies along the road from Florence to Urbino and was extremely important during the ages of Humanism and Renaissance because of the major market towns close to the area.

Visitors wishing to spend a few days in this tranquil area have a nice choice of vacation rentals in Morro D'Alba, only a few kilometres away from the area of Alto Metauro.


This spectacular spot of undisturbed natural beauty is well looked after by its people and is thoughtfully cultivated for its valuable charcoal and other food products. The inhabitants of Alto Metauro continue to use many of the old traditional farming and crafting methods and proudly exhibit how they do so in many workshops and educational venues.     Read More

If you are spending your holiday anywhere near to the city of Bologna in the region of Emilia Romagna, you should take a day trip to explore the fascinating portico networked city of Bologna! Set to become a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the coming years, the old city centre of Bologna has over forty kilometres of porticoes criss-crossing the area. Those wishing to stay nearby for a few days can choose one of our charming holiday rentals in Monzuno, just over half an hour's drive away.

Some of Bologna's first porticos were wooden ones and were built in later centuries in the style of Gothic, Renaissance and 19th century style stone porches. Tourists walking through this unique city have certainly no need to bring an umbrella as practically everywhere you go, you have a roof over your head!     Read More