If you love bright, beautiful surroundings then a vacation in Italy is sure to delight. Not only is it a vibrant country full of art, lush landscapes, and colourful characters but it is also home to several towns that are famous for their picturesque looks in bright hues. For perfect spaces to lift your spirits and to act as dreamy backdrops for vacation pictures of a lifetime, these are the most colourful towns and areas to visit during a holiday in Italy!
Read MoreVenice has been famous as a city of impeccable craftsmanship for centuries. Admittedly, today, it can be harder to find such carefully handcrafted pieces as cheaply produced copies flood gift stores and markets but, if you go looking, you can still find exceptional quality goods. From the renowned Murano glass, to Burano lace, to intricately crafted masks, and beyond, there are an array of crafting traditions still alive in the city. So, if you book one of our vacation rentals in Venice, be sure to go searching for the real thing when shopping for souvenirs – and, if you’re travelling in October, then you can head to the Salone dell’Alto Artigianato Italiano (or Italian High Craftsmanship Fair) to find everything in one handy spot!
Read MoreHave 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...
Read MoreVenice is one of those great, romantic destinations that is familiar to almost every person in the world and that many people have on their bucket lists but it is not the only place worth seeing in the Veneto region of Italy, despite how it might sometimes overshadow other areas. For those who book a vacation rental in Veneto, there is so much more to see beyond the Floating City. There is, in fact, too many delights to list in one post but here is our guide to some of the other highlights of the region…
Read MorePlanning 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…
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