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Located just a stone’s throw from the seafront of the beautiful port town of Palermo, one will find the city’s stunning 18th century botanical gardens that are one of the must-see spots on the whole island for garden and plant-lovers who find a villa in Sicily. The most tropical garden in Europe, this fascinating and lovely balmy gem is a truly magical place, spread across a park that is 10 hectares in size and that hosts an astounding twelve thousand different plant species. For those looking to wander peacefully between outdoor gardens and greenhouses, among flocks of parrots and tropical plants, and past beautiful statuary, it is an ideal spot to enjoy some peace and calm in the city.

Looking to plan your next big getaway? Considering the delicious food and wine, incredible artistic and cultural heritage, richly preserved historic attractions and areas, style, glamour, and natural beauty of Italy? Well, of course you are! A villa in Italy is just the thing to help you relax and recuperate on a well-deserved vacation but one question remains: what are the best summer vacation destinations in Italy? There are endless options to choose from and a majority of them would be both suitable and idyllic but we have compiled a list of just five of the best of the best among them to help you narrow it down, to start browsing our holiday rentals in Italy, to contact our team of experienced villa experts if you need help finding the perfect vacation rental in Italy for you, and to finally pin down your next getaway! Don’t wait a second longer or you’re at risk of missing out as summer is just upon us and our best villas are being snapped up by the second...

Italy might not be the first place that leaps to mind for many when they think of surfing but given just how much coastline the country boasts – both along the mainland and on all of the countless islands off the coast – it makes sense that there are some excellent spots to surf while on vacation in Italy. Those who find a villa in Sardinia, in particular, will find that there are lots of brilliant surf spots to enjoy pretty much year round along the 1,849km of this stunning island’s coastline.

The famously beautiful beaches of Sardinia are not only wonderful gems for working on your tan, splashing around and having fun, swimming, snorkelling, and various other water sports but they also offer small to medium waves around 300 days out of the year, something that even many more famous surfing destinations find hard to compete with! Along the west coast of the island, you’ll find strong winds that make it a hotspot for another kind of surfing, kite-surfing, but areas along this stretch are also sought out by the more experienced surfers for the bigger waves that can be on offer. 

Sardinia is an island that is famed for its unique and distinct culture and its diverse and exceptionally beautiful landscape. In particular, it is home to a large number of incredibly pretty beaches all around its craggy and fascinating coastline. From long stretches to secluded little gems, there is a range of different types of beaches, all with their own particular charms, to discover. The area around the seaside town of Cala Gonone in the province of Nuoro to the east of the island, in particular, boasts some especially lovely examples of Sardinian beaches. Part of the Parco Nazionale del Golfo di Orosei e del Gennargentu (or the Gennargentu National Park), this part of the coast is famed for the quality of its waters and is a popular destination for tourists seeking sun and fun and relaxation as a result. The beaches immediately surrounding the town of Cala Gonone include the Spiaggia Centrale (or central beach), S'Abba Durche, Cala Luna, Cartoe, Osalla, Sos Dorroles, S'Abba Meica, Ziu Martine, and Cala Fuili. Among these then, Cala Fuili is particularly scenic and lovely and is an ideal spot to spend a day by the sea for those who have found a villa in Sardinia. 

The distinct and charming island of Sardinia is known for its wonderful beaches and unique culture that is made up of a blend of influences and is quite unmistakable when compared to the rest of Italy. Inland, it is also known for a rich and verdant landscape that is ideal for those looking to hike and get outdoors and plan an adventure or two. Overall, it is a destination that abounds in wonderful views, remarkable scenery that is waiting to be explored, and all sorts of fascinating surprises and intriguing attractions. Those, therefore, who have been considering a vacation in Italy but who are in search of something just a little bit different and a little more unique, a villa in Sardinia is just the thing! Come in spring or autumn if you want to spend days comfortably discovering the diverse landscape and all of the outdoor pursuits on offer and head to the island come summer for sizzling days of fun and excitement on the beaches of Sardinia.