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If you are a fan of Italian pastries and you were dreaming of a festive break in Tuscany, then we highly recommend browsing our villas in Siena. Not only is this charming and well-preserved historic gem exceptionally pretty at this time of the year with Christmas decorations, lights, and cheer in abundance, but it is also where many of the region’s most beloved festive treats were born. 

Siena is a perfect festive foodie option that is particularly well-known for her pastries made using recipes that have been passed down for generations upon generations. For those with a sweet tooth, it is the perfect destination this Christmas! So, if you have booked your vacation rental in Siena and are headed to the nearest bakery, these are some of the unmissable seasonal treats that you should try:

Are you in desperate need of getting away from it all? Do you want to spend some proper quality time with the one you love? Or maybe you are looking for a special gift as the Holidays approach? Well, the answer to all of the above is booking a romantic getaway in Italy for two!

From gondola rides in Venice, to watching the sun set over the skyline of Florence, to tasting wine in picturesque vineyards in Chianti, to strolling along the perfect sandy beaches of Apulia, to recreating scenes from Roman Holiday in Rome, to candlelit dinners with sea views on the Amalfi Coast – Italy is a destination that is perfectly designed for romance!

What are some lesser-known art attractions in Florence?

This is a question to ask if you are the type of person who wants to go beyond a destination’s most obvious tourist attractions. Those who find a villa in Florence and are diving into the rich history of art and design in this important art capital will likely consider visits to the Uffizi Gallery, the Accademia, the Duomo. These key art institutions are home to works by some of the most famous names in the history of art but if you want to go beyond these more well-known gems and see something else, then read on for our guide to some of the city’s less familiar museums and galleries that are equally fascinating wonders and incredible reflections of this extraordinary cultural titan of a holiday destination. Book your holiday rental in Florence with Italy Villas and then come explore:

Tuscany is one of our key holiday destinations in Italy and for good reason. It is an impossibly famous and beloved part of the world that abounds in extraordinary sights, flavours, attractions, and wonders. In addition, we have a large selection of properties of all kinds all across the region.

Looking for a villa in Tuscany with a pool? We have plenty of those! Villas that not only have private pools for long days of sun and fun without even having to leave the house but that often also boast brilliant pool areas with all sorts of other features such as loungers, umbrellas, other outdoor furnishings, outdoor showers, and much more besides.