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The Holiday season can get pretty hectic – with all of the decorating, shopping, ceremonies and traditions, commitments to catch up with various friends and family members and acquaintances, and much more besides. Though it is meant to be a time to slow down and come together with those you love, it can end up being a rather stressful experience. If, however, you would prefer to avoid all of this and focus only on a small number of loved ones, quality time, proper rest, and making memories that will last a lifetime – the greatest gift of all – then you might be considering a getaway over the holiday season. Tuscany is an ideal destination for just such an escape so why not browse our villas in Tuscany for a Christmas or New Years and plan a break today?

To the north of Italy, the majestic and magical Alps line the top of the country and in various other spots throughout the different regions, there are less massive but impressive mountain ranges. Italy, therefore, is a wonderful holiday destination for those who love the various outdoor pursuits and incredible scenery of mountainous areas. In the spring, summer, and early autumn, there are endless excellent hiking and biking trails to be explored but as the weather grows colder, these same spots become ideal places to enjoy a wide range of winter sports. In fact, Italy is home to some of the best ski resorts in the world. So, if you are a fan of skiing, snowboarding, ice-skating, cross-country skiing, sledding, and more and you are looking to indulge in these activities this winter, then browse our villas in Italy’s ski region.

Among the different ski destinations within Italy, there are some great options to choose from depending on your interests, the sort of price point you might have in mind, the kind of group you are travelling in (solo, with friends, family, as a couple), et cetra.

For example, some of the best ski resorts and ski areas in Italy include:

Piedmont is a northern region of Italy that is made up of lush green countryside full of farmlands and vineyards, lovely valleys that are blanketed in fog early in the morning, Alpine peaks that rise overhead and boast incredible ski resorts and stunning hiking trails, and pretty towns and cities. A place of astounding natural beauty, bountiful harvests, and rich cultural heritage, it has much to offer any visitor who finds a vacation rental in Piedmont. However, one of its most particular charms is that, as a destination, it is lovely no matter when you visit. Each season, Piedmont transforms in different, wondrous ways, and there is always plenty to recommend it as a place to enjoy a holiday in Italy. But what, exactly can you expect if you end up in Piedmont during spring, summer, autumn, or winter? Well, here is our guide to each season and its unique selling points to help you plan exactly when Piedmont will be best suited to you...

Many people want to vacation in Italy during the peak tourism months of summer when they are guaranteed plenty of sun, fun, and excitement but this means that one may well encounter a heatwave or just some particularly hot days throughout one’s stay.

Staying cool is really important when temperatures do soar and there are plenty of ways to do this:

The famous Palio di Siena is one of the biggest traditional events to take place in Italy each summer and is certainly one of the most exciting. For those who were looking for one more reason to find a luxury villa in Siena or a villa with pool in Tuscany, it is a pretty darn good one and definitely and once-in-a-lifetime experience to tick off your bucket list. Taking place over the course of two days in the summer, the Palio di Siena 2022 dates are the 2nd of July and the 16th of August.

But what is the Palio di Siena?

Maybe you have heard the name before, maybe you have not. Maybe you know what it is, maybe you do not. Never worry either way – we’re here to explain it all for you! In the simplest terms, the Palio di Siena is a traditional horse race that takes place right in the heart of the historic core of the medieval city of Siena, with representatives of the different 17 quarters of the city (though only 10 can actually enter the contest each race) competing to win and bring back the honour of the win to their neighbourhood.