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If you are planning on booking a vacation rental in South Tyrol or a holiday rental in Trentino this autumn to hike, explore, take in stunning views, and breathe the freshest of air with your family, be sure to keep an eye out for something that is certain to delight any little ones (or those who are young at heart) in your group: marble runs! 

Marble runs are elaborate tracks that curve, loop, make noises, and more when you set a marble on them. The marbles shoot along these marble runs and thrill those watching. And the best part? All you have to do is spend a euro or two at one of the marble vending machines (or bring your own along from home) to enjoy the excitement any time you encounter a marble run along the trail. 

Here's everything you need to know to enjoy the marble runs that can be found in Italy's northern mountain regions...

Many of our vacation rentals in Italy offer guests a perfect weekly stay in charming surroundings. However, if you really want to make the most of your time in the country and you are thinking about visiting a few areas in Italy over the course of a couple of weeks or more, or if you are planning a long weekend, then you might be interested in shorter stays in different rentals. Luckily, we do have many villas in Italy where a short stay is possible and we can certainly facilitate a tour of Italy with some perfect holiday rental options at each stop – but how should you plan such a trip?

Have you been thinking about a holiday in Italy? Dreaming about ticking things off your bucket list, indulging in incredible food, taking in magical scenery, slowing down and unwinding, and generally enjoying la dolce vita? Well, then we can certainly help you out with our range of incredible villas in Italy! But, with thousands to choose from, you might need help narrowing it down. So, here are the questions you might need to ask yourself before you start looking...

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…

We have a wide range of villas in Italy, apartments in Italy, farmhouses in Italy, and more to choose from, with all sorts of unique selling points and incredible amenities, at various price points, and in different parts of the region. Before even looking at those factors, however, you might be wondering: “Should I rent a villa in Italy?”

To us, the answer is obvious: “Of course you should!” However, don’t just take it at our word. Take a look at the following questions and consider if a vacation rental in Italy is the right answer for your next vacation.