Archive for 'Milan'

  

Castellavazzo
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.     Read More

  




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.     Read More

  

Marriage of the Virgin by Raphael
In the last post in this series, we are wrapping up our list of ten of the best things to see and do in Milan. There is an endless range of attractions, eateries, bars and more to choose from if you have found a holiday rental in Milan but we have outlined just some of our picks of the best of the best among them and here are more of those picks...

7. Visit the The Brera Picture Gallery

The Brera Picture Gallery, or Pinacoteca di Brera, is Milan’s main public art gallery is home to a rich collection of artworks that represents over six centuries of European art. Works by the likes of Rubens, Titian, Correggio and Anthony Van Dyck are all housed in what was originally a 14th century monastery that was later redesigned by the renowned architect Giuseppe Piermarini. Surrounded by a picturesque botanic garden, it is a stunning museum in a beautiful setting and a must-see.     Read More

  




If you are the type of traveller that likes to always have something to see and do, to have endless eateries and bars to choose from, to have plenty of unique stores to browse, and to have a wide range of attractions to visit, then go ahead and find a holiday rental in Milan. Milan, with its rich history and bustling chic and modern history, is the ideal destination for the discerning traveller.

Here are more of our selection of just ten of the must-see attractions in Milan...     Read More

  




Milan, the fashion capital of Italy, is an incredible holiday destination and is a rich and historic place, full of things to see and do. With endless restaurants, cafes, bars, stores, museums and other attractions to explore and enjoy, you will never be stuck for something to keep you occupied once you book a vacation rental in Milan.

It would be impossible to discuss all the wonderful pursuits in Milan but we have outlined a selection of some of our top picks of things to do in the city. Here are ten great things to do in Milan...     Read More