As if there weren’t already more to see and do in Rome than one might be able to put a dent in in a lifetime, those who book a vacation rental in Rome will find that summer 2026 will see some remarkable temporary exhibitions held in the city. So, for those who can’t get enough of museum wonders, it is a perfect time to take in both the temporary and the eternal in the Eternal City.
Here’s our guide to the must-see exhibitions in Rome for summer 2026:
While the lush landscapes of rolling green hills and pretty villages equal to those famous examples in Tuscany, the rich foodie culture and incredible wines, the fascinating cultural heritage, and the fact that the region remains largely untouched by mass tourism are all excellent reasons to book a vacation rental in Umbria, there is one sight that makes a summer break here particularly unforgettable. Each year, between May and July, a great blooming of wildflowers spreads across vast meadows in the countryside of Umbria. This colourful natural spectacle is an extraordinary thing to behold and a true natural wonder that we think is well worth adding to your bucket list. Book your villa in Umbria for the early part of summer 2026 now and take it all in with your own eyes...
Each country in which Christmas is celebrated has its own unique traditions, particularly around food. Food is central to celebrations of all kinds around the world but in Italy it looms especially large as a main character and, certainly, anyone who plans any sort of vacation in Italy is surely looking forward to eating very, very well. Book your holiday rental in Italy over the Holidays and you’ll get to enjoy a whole host of intriguing and delicious foodie traditions and dishes. But once you arrive, what should you eat and when?
Still don’t have plans for New Year’s Eve? Well, how about making some extra-special plans?! Instead of trying to find a party or a restaurant or some over-booked event, why not book a villa in Italy instead? Find a dreamy rental and get away with some of your favourite people or even by yourself and experience the light, colour, excitement, food, wine, and more that is on offer in Italy.
When one is planning a vacation during the winter months, there are really two ways that you can choose to go: embrace the cold by planning a ski break or try and fight the cold by going to a warm destination or a place where you can get warm readily. In the latter case, the naturally-occurring thermal springs located all around Italy mean that even if temperatures outside are not that high, the soothing, therapeutic, relaxing mineral-rich waters in these hot springs are sure to warm you up, right down to your bones!
So, if you're someone who is always trying to fight the cold and you are looking to enjoy a relaxing spa getaway this winter, we highly recommend heading to one of these destinations. Plus, if you want to combine a bit of both ways of coping with the cold – embracing it and enjoying winter activities and soaking in thermal waters to warm up afterwards – many of the same towns where thermal springs are found also have ski facilities themselves or ski resorts located close by. Here are our picks for the top thermal spa destinations to discover on vacation in Italy this winter...
