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Stay in a fabulous holiday rental in Venice and visit the spots where this story is based!

One upon a time in Venice an old fisherman lived and worked. This honest and hardworking man had few possessions besides his boat and nets but he was happy with his lot. Every night when he finished his work, he rowed up beneath the large marble bridge near the palace of the Doges, anchored and slept there soundly till morning. He loved his simple life and regarded this sheltering bridge as his ‘marble palace’!

Storms often hit Venice during the winter months but the fisherman was usually safe tucked under the bridge. But one night in February, a terrible storm brewed and raged for three days; Venice was being battered by angry wave torrents and swollen tides! The swirling waters of the canals broke the moorings of the fisherman’s boat and he was swept out into the open. He finally managed to clamber to shore at the steps beside the Riva of San Marco.

He was forced to wait and watch his tied up boat being battered by the high waves. As he watched the storm, a man came down the steps to stand beside him.

Come to the magical town of Avigliana in the beautiful Piedmont region of Italy for a few days! Only twenty five kilometres west of Turin city, the scenic hilltop town of Avigliana lies within the Susa Valley beside the main road leading from Turin to Frejus in France.

Stay at a beautiful holiday villa in Piedmont and relax here after a few days of exciting exploration! Tourists will experience an enchanting time here as there is much to see and do.

Begin your day of exploration by visiting the ruins of what was once a majestic 17th century castle on the top of Avigliana town and many other exquisite attractions.

Would you love an Italian lakeside vacation? Then a beautiful stay at a villa near Lake Bolsena would be ideal for you! Relax in peaceful surroundings and have an enjoyable time exploring the surrounding towns and villages of Lake Bolsena in Latium. The town of Bolsena itself is a great starting point for your scenic tourist trail.

Stay in a villa rental in Torre San Severo, only a few kilometres from Bolsena where you will be tucked into the midst of tranquil nature and beauty!

The town of Bolsena is situated on the North-west of Lake Bolsena and was built on the lower slopes of an ancient volcano. The vegetation surrounding this picturesque town is abundant due to the rich fertile soil around these parts. Delicious fruits and vegetables are grown in the local area.

Visit the ruins of an ancient Etruscan town built above Bolsena which was believed to have been called Volsinii before the Romans conquered it and evicted its inhabitants. They moved in themselves and constructed many new buildings including a grand amphitheatre. Tourists can still see the ruins of these ancient entertainment grounds today!

If you’ve read our initial article on some of the beautiful seaside towns of the Riviera Romagnola overlooking the Adriatic coast then here are a few more treasures to add to the collection! Stay in a gorgeous vacation rental in Emilia Romagna close to the coast where you can experience all the action!

The quieter resort of Gabicce offers tourists the opportunity to sunbath along the beautiful San Bartolo beach. Challenge yourself to a bike ride up the mountain to the natural park of Monte San Bartolo which boasts stunning views of the Adriatic Sea.

The Rivera Romagnola is a famous stretch of coast where land meets sea in the region of Emilia Romagna. Come to visit some of the popular seaside towns along this part of the Adriatic coast, each one with something special to offer holiday makers!

Stay in a picturesque villa on the Adriatic coast where you can soak in the warm sun rays and breathe in the fresh salty air during your magical holiday!

The seaside resort of Riccione is bursting with fun things for tourists to do and see! There are superb cycling and walking paths weaving along the seafront here lined with pretty shops and restaurants where you can stretch your legs under the warm sunshine.

Why not cool off in the afternoon with a trip to a renowned water park here, one of the largest in all of Italy! With many other amusement parks dotted across Riccione town, this resort is ideal for families but also has its fair share of great nightclubs for those who want to party until the early hours!