Archive for 'Autumn'

For those who are thinking about planning a stay in one of our villas in Tuscany come autumn for an off-season getaway and who love nature and natural beauty, there is one particular area that many international tourists have yet to hear of but that should top your list of attractions. This is the Orbetello Lagoon.

One of the best preserved and most unspoiled natural areas in all of Italy, it consists of 1500 hectares of marshland along the Tuscan coast that is separated from the sea on the west and east by two 6km strips of land and by the Argentario headland. On a third strip of land that stretches into the centre of the lagoon, you will find the town of Orbetello itself and a bridge connecting it to Monte Argentario, creating a dramatic picture overall. 

Welcome back to our new series of What to consider when planning a holiday in Italy and the continuation of our guide to the different charms and considerations that one should keep in mind when deciding on the best time of the year in which to plan a vacation in Italy. In the first part of this guide, we looked at winter for all of those who are just itching for a getaway right away or who are after some winter sun or fun on the slopes as well as the gentle charm of the warmer climes and lushness of spring. This half of the guide will introduce our readers to the most popular time for Italian vacations, summer, as well as to the wonderful selling points of autumn, just on its heels. So, if you are thinking about finally booking that trip but you are still trying to decide when to go, then read on and start planning a perfect holiday in Italy today!

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...