Paying a visit Santa is a must for kids in the run up to Christmas and, if you have found a vacation rental in the Lake Maggiore area, you will be presented with the unique opportunity to see him on his very own boat!
According to local legend, Santa Claus has arrived in Milan at the end of November each year since 1400 to deliver toys and gifts to each child in the city. Next, he is said to hop on his boat, leave the city, and head up the Navigli and Ticino River to make his way to Lake Maggiore. He visits all of the lakeside towns before stopping and settling in the village of Intra until Christmas.
We have discussed stunning cafes in Milan before but it would be remiss of us to not also mention Pasticceria Marchesi. An important and historic patisserie in Milan, it was established in 1824 and became well known for its elegant aesthetic and incredible specialties, including their Panettone, which they claim is the best in the country. With its impossibly charming interiors and tasty treats, it is a wonderful place to wile away time with a good book or head for a coffee pitstop if you have found a vacation rental in Milan and are exploring the city.
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Nov
2018
2018
Posted in: Architectural Gems
Castles & Palaces
Food and Wine
Localities
Milan
Tourist Attractions
Wineries & Breweries
La Vigna di Leonardo (Leonardo’s Vineyard) in Milan is, as you may have guessed from the name, a vineyard that used to be owned by Leonardo da Vinci. Given to da Vinci by Ludovico Sforza, Duke of Milan, in 1498, during the artist's tenure in the city and while the Duke was his main patron, it was very precious to him and something he maintained even after leaving the city. Da Vinci actually came from a family of winemakers and was a haven that he returned to after long days of working on projects such as the last Supper in the nearby convent of Santa Maria della Grazie. Today, it is open to be toured by the public and provides a fascinating insight into the great Renaissance man's private life. If you have found a vacation rental in Milan, it is a wonderful and unique attraction to make time for in your itinerary.
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Nov
2018
2018
Posted in: Central Italy
Latium
Localities
Milan
Northeast Italy
Top 10 Lists
Veneto
Villa Spotlights
Villas and Farmhouses
We have been talking a lot lately about the benefits of off-season visits to Italy and some great winter destinations in the country but we thought it might be a good idea to also spotlight some examples of the types of rentals that are perfect for these winter getaways. Continuing on from the last post, we have the rest of our top five picks of winter vacation rentals in Italy...
3. Castellavazzo in the mountains of Veneto, an ideal relaxing mountain location for ski holidays and evenings by the fire (From € 298 per night)
Sleeps up to 15, 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
This dreamy mountain getaway is located in the mountains of Veneto and is in a popular ski region.
3. Castellavazzo in the mountains of Veneto, an ideal relaxing mountain location for ski holidays and evenings by the fire (From € 298 per night)
Sleeps up to 15, 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
This dreamy mountain getaway is located in the mountains of Veneto and is in a popular ski region.
As is often the case, Milan fashion Week this season presented us with large collections that, inevitably, had high points but also a great deal of repetition and less interesting garments. The scene was shaken up by the departure of Gucci to Paris Fashion Week but there was still plenty to see so, if you're looking to find a holiday rental in Milan for the Spring/Summer season next year, these are the collections that you will see and be able to shop in store during your vacation. Here are the highlights of MFW SS19 to keep an eye out for...
1. Ermanno Scervino
Ermanno Scervino presented, hands down, the most cohesive and elegant collection at MFW.