Archive for 'San Gimignano'

If you are in the market for a proper luxurious getaway in Tuscany then we have just the gem for you! Ideal for a group looking to travel together, Villa Di Cinzia boasts astounding surroundings and views from its position overlooking the beautiful Tuscan scenery, six bedrooms and six bathrooms that can sleep up to twelve guests comfortably, incredible amenities, chic interiors, and charming exteriors – including a castellated tower! For the ultimate escape to Tuscany, this stunning property is it!

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Over the past few weeks, we have talked a lot about weddings in Italy: about what you need to know, finding a wedding planner, necessary paperwork, some of our prettiest villas that are set up for hosting weddings, Italian wedding traditions, and more. However, if you have always wanted to escape to Italy for your dream wedding and haven’t quite settled on an exact destination, we’re here to help. We have compiled a list of five of the best wedding destinations in Italy where you will get to enjoy wonderful surroundings, beautiful wedding photos, and a location that is already on most people’s bucket lists as it is; why not kill two birds with one stone and tick one of these beloved destinations off your travel list and get married there too? So, if you are planning on getting married in Italy, read on and choose the right destination wedding location for you!

1. Venice

Beautiful, romantic Venice is considered one of the best travel destinations in the world for lovers and for good reason. It retains an Old World charm that is unmatched and elegant and its unique positioning on the lagoon and its canals add to the feeling of being far from everyday life. For weddings, it is ideal as there is bundles of charm plus the amenities and conveniences of a big city. There are plenty of churches and other places to potentially get married in, lots of places to stay for both you and your guests, and endless restaurants, bars, venues, and more to entertain said guests. Just browse our vacation rentals in Venice and get to planning a picture perfect wedding in Venice, one of the most utterly romantic and timelessly lovely cities in the world.     Read More

Man Ray was one of the most famous American artists of the 20th century. A causal follower of both the Dada and Surrealist movements, he worked in a variety of media and considered himself, first and foremost, a painter above all but is best known for his photography. In particular, he is famous for his work with photograms, his so-called "rayographs." Most iconic is his image, “Ingres's Violin,” which transposes the f-holes of a violin on a nude by one of Man Ray's heroes, the 19th century French painter, Ingres.     Read More