Archive for 'Localities'

  

A dog on the beach in Italy

More and more often, people choose to travel with their pets. When an animal is such a beloved member of the family, it can be impossibly difficult to leave them behind while you go off on an adventure. If you are the kind of person who wishes that your four-legged friend could join in on those adventures, then why not consider our pet-friendly villas in Italy? These vacation rentals all allow guests to bring along a pet (or maybe two) upon request in advance of your holiday in Italy

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A market in Verona

Venice is one of those great, romantic destinations that is familiar to almost every person in the world and that many people have on their bucket lists but it is not the only place worth seeing in the Veneto region of Italy, despite how it might sometimes overshadow other areas. For those who book a vacation rental in Veneto, there is so much more to see beyond the Floating City. There is, in fact, too many delights to list in one post but here is our guide to some of the other highlights of the region…

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A woman in Rome

Planning on holidaying in Italy this summer and staying in one of our incredible villas in Italy this summer? Well, then you’re probably considering your itinerary, looking up nearby attractions, learning about the country and the area in which you will be staying in particular, and picking up the odd thing here and there ahead of your trip. You’re likely looking forward to the getaway with excitement. If this is the case and you are wondering just what you should prepare in advance and what you should bring with you, then here is our guide to the key items to pack for a summer vacation in Italy

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Piazza dei Miracoli

If you have booked a villa in Pisa in the wider province and are thinking about planning visits into the city and her most famous attractions, or you have booked a holiday rental in Tuscany and are considering a day-trip to the city, you will likely be concerned about parking. Parking is, undoubtedly, the worst part about driving – finding it, paying for it, planning around it. In a historic city like Pisa, as well, parking can be especially tricky and complicated. So, where should you park when visiting Pisa?


Like many of the most charming and historic towns and cities in Italy, Pisa has a centre that is protected in order to preserve it. As part of this protection, traffic is limited in areas and cannot be accessed without a special permit or you will incur fines – and even if you’re going back home to another country, these fines will follow you like an unwanted and unwelcome souvenir as car rental companies will forward them to you. 

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Villa Donnosanto

Dreaming of a getaway in Apulia? Easy access to the seaside and the stunning so-called White City of Ostuni? Comfort and sleek style? Well, then look no further than the lovely Villa Donnosanto. This stylish modern villa can sleep up to six people comfortably in three bedrooms with four bathrooms and is located 2km (1 miles) from the town of Torre San Sabina and 14km (9 miles) from Ostuni. Day-trips could easily be planned to many of the other famous towns of the region with Brindisi 28km (18 miles) away, Alberobello 53km (33 miles) away, Polignano a Mare 55km (34 miles) away, and Lecce 66km (41 miles) away. The nearest beach is just 2km away, making it a very short drive from the sea or a pleasant little walk or cycle. For those really looking to make the most of their time on holiday in Apulia, this is a perfect base.

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