Archive for 'February'

  

Wednesday, January 23, 2019
Romantic moment between a couple
Valentine's is just around the corner and less than a month away and, if you want to make that special someone really happy, why not book a romantic getaway for two? Flowers fade, chocolates get eaten, and gifts come and go but the memories made on a holiday will last forever and ever. Plan a truly incredible trip and unforgettable surprise and browse our incredible vacation rentals for two in Italy today....

From cute little apartments in small towns to pretty flats in grand historic buildings in famous cities like Florence and Pisa, from units on grand country estates to a rustic villa built just for two, from sea views to central city access, from modern to traditional...we have a little bit of everything no matter your tastes or the type of holiday you want to plan.     Read More
Posted in: Events, February, Villas and Farmhouses

  

Friday, October 6, 2017
Battle of the Oranges
The Battle of the Oranges is probably one of those events that you have heard tell of plenty of times during your childhood, seen mentioned in books or discussed in passing on television shows but you might not actually know the whole story or what it actually is before. Well, never fear, we're here to inform you about this rather fascinating and unique annual event in Italy…

The Historical Carnival of Ivrea, which culminates in the famous Battle of the Oranges, is a festival that takes place in February each year in the town of Ivrea. The battle itself lasts three days and really does involve oranges.     Read More
Posted in: Curiosities, Events, February, Legends, Northwest Italy, Piedmont, Tourist Attractions

  

Monday, February 2, 2015
venetian masks
If you enjoy a good party then there’s nowhere else to be than the thrilling Carnival of Venice that takes place from the end of January to Mid-February every year.

It’s believed to have originated in 1162 following the victory of the ‘Serenissima Repubblica’. Popularised during the Renaissance, the Venice Carnival became world famous during the 17th and 18th centuries, known as a celebration of feasting, colourful masks, costumes and pleasure!     Read More
Posted in: Events, February, Localities, Northeast Italy, Veneto, Venice

  

Tuesday, June 24, 2014
Camogli seaside resort
Come to the popular Italian tourist destination of Liguria. This sunny coastal region is brimming with beauty, culture and welcome in each city, town and village scattered throughout the land. Liguria blends a combination of majestic high mountains that lead down to a rugged UNESCO award winning coastline overlooking the glittering Mediterranean Sea.

Stay in a beautiful villa in Liguria, perhaps one with a spectacular view of the sea? Liguria offers a wealth of exciting activities for tourists to engage in, whether its water sports like kayaking, surfing or snorkelling from the Blue Flag beaches or a challenging mountain biking trail up towards Liguria’s tallest mountains.     Read More
Posted in: Events, February, Liguria, Localities, Northwest Italy, On the Coast

  

Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Sanremo
The superb city of Sanremo in Liguria was founded during Roman times and has gone to become one of the most popular tourist destinations in Italy! It’s situated along the coastline in North West Italy and is part of the gorgeous Italian Riviera.

Tourism is the main economy here so you can be sure you’ll be well entertained in this scenic coastal destination.

Visitors have a lovely choice of pretty holiday villas in Sanremo where they can relax and soak in the sunshine and surroundings of Liguria!     Read More
Posted in: Churches & Religious Buildings, Events, February, Liguria, Localities, Northwest Italy, On the Coast, Tourist Attractions