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Dog-lovers of the world who are considering booking a dog-friendly vacation rental in Campania, should definitely pencil in a visit to Italy's first and only dog museum, Foof. Not only does the fascinating museum have a prehistoric fossil of a dog and other intriguing exhibits but Foof is also home to a park, a dog shelter, and more. So, for an inexpensive day out with the family featuring some very cute four-legged special guests, head to this gem in the coastal town of Mondragone in the Caserta province of Campania, about 45km north of Naples.

If you are thinking about booking one of our vacation rentals in Venice to plan a city break this autumn and you are an art-lover, then you’ll be happy to note that the Venice Biennale’s art exhibitions and events continue right up until the closing awards ceremony on the 22nd of November 2026, giving you plenty of time to check it out! 

Continuing our new series of identifying the best and most unique bucket list items to add to your Italian itinerary in addition to the more traditional examples that many will note – the Uffizi, Milan's iconic Cathedral, Vatican City, and more – we have another gem that we think you should make a point to see if you are booking a vacation rental in Rome: the sculptor Bernini's magical and mind-blowing ability to turn marble into flesh.

This incredibly gifted 17th century sculptor and architect left a huge stamp on Vatican City with his designs for St Peter's and his multiple sculptures that are famous for their extraordinary optical illusions and immense skill. He managed to act out full scenes with his sculpted figures through their expressive faces and the changing perspectives viewers were offered as they walked around a piece. However, Bernini's greatest feat might perhaps be on display in his piece, the Abduction of Proserpina.

One of the most-anticipated movie events of this summer is, without a doubt, Christopher Nolan’s star-studded adaptation of The Odyssey. With those who have seen the film already raving about the stunning visuals and incredible locations, many will be hoping to take in some of the scenery with their own eyes. While filmed across multiple countries and many beautiful landscapes, one of the most striking and key locations can be found in Sicily. So, if you want to enjoy a (less stressful and less lengthy) Odyssey of your own, here’s what you need to know about The Odyssey filming locations in Italy...

Book an amazing villa in Sicily with us and you’ll already have a wealth of stunning things to see, do, and eat in this most cinematic of destinations. In fact, film and television buffs, in particular, will be delighted with the list of major filming locations that they have to to take. As it stands, classics and critical darlings like The Godfather, Cinema Paradiso, L’Avventura, The White Lotus Season 2, The Leopard, Hannibal, The Big Blue, and more have been shot across the island. Add to this some key sea scenes and more from The Odyssey and there is a whole tour to be taken of the island...

Many dream of a vacation in Italy but might pass it over for other European destinations as it can be perceived to be more expensive. It is certainly true that some things will be more costly in big tourist spots that are highly in demand such as Rome, Venice, and Milan but this is not universally true throughout the country. So, if you want to plan a perfect vacation in Italy then read on as there are absolutely some budget-friendly options for you to choose between!