Archive for 'Must See Attractions'

Imagine it. You've finally decided to go ahead and plan your dream citybreak to Milan; you've found the perfect villa in Milan, you've set aside some money to go shopping in this incredible fashion capital, and you've planned to visit major attractions in town like the city's stunning Cathedral and the Armani Museum and the pretty Aquarium. So, once you arrived and you've begun darting from shop to attraction to landmark, you'll likely burn through a lot of energy! But, if you want to keep going and make the most of your vacation in Milan, then you'll need to refuel and we have an important suggestion of a place in which to get some delicious, chocolate-based treats to give you the boost of energy that you'll need: the famous and beloved Zàini Milano.

As Rome is the capital of the region and there are also many other fascinating attractions in the surrounding area, a vacation rental in Latium or a vacation rental in Rome means that you'll never be short of incredible things to see and do. One such attraction that has been named as one of the most beautiful and romantic gardens in the entire world is the Garden of Ninfa, or Giardino di Ninfa, and it is a truly magical and stunning place. If you love outdoor spaces, garden design, and pretty settings that are far from your daily life then this is a must-see.

Realistically, one can find lots of great pizza in pizzerias, restaurants, and shops, located in towns and cities all over Italy. However, if you are a serious pizza-lover and foodie who is looking to vacation in Italy and experience the dish in its birthplace then there are two key destinations and two main camps when it comes to Italian pizza: Naples and Rome.

Those who are interested in the history of art and architecture and in Italy as a key cultural centre in the West that inspired so much of what we see around us every day right up to the present, will probably already have a desire to find a vacation rental in Rome to come and see the Eternal City. However, while the famous monuments known all over the globe such as St Peters and the Colosseum, the Ancient Roman ruins, and the great Renaissance works of art, are all definitely worth seeking out and seeing for yourself, there are newer, lesser-known gems in this impossibly renowned and beloved city that one should definitely take note of. One such example of this is the MAXXI (the Museo nazionale delle arti del XXI secolo or National Museum of 21st-century Arts), a wonderful museum of contemporary art and architecture that is, in its own right, an incredible architectural gem.

MAXXI is located in the Flaminio Quarter of Rome, on the site of a former Caserma Montello military barracks and incorporates parts of this earlier structure. The building was designed by lauded architect Zaha Hadid after an international competition was held to find a suitable design. Built over a period of ten years, the building went on to win the Stirling Prize of the Royal Institute of British Architects in 2010. Considered an important contemporary gem in the city, it has been described by the Guardian as, "Hadid's finest built work to date," and, "a masterpiece fit to sit alongside Rome's ancient wonders." Opened to the public in 2010, the museum was the first national institution in Italy that was dedicated to contemporary art and architecture and was conceived of as a broad cultural campus. MAXXI is managed by a Foundation that was established in 2009 by the Ministry for Cultural Heritage and Activities and headed by Giovanna Melandri and this sleek contemporary museum is a key hub of creativity and a place for experimentation and innovation.

Those who love the great outdoors, outdoor pursuits, and pretty scenery will find that if they secure a vacation rental in Piedmont they will quickly discover that it makes for an excellent holiday destination. Home to a famously gorgeous and UNESCO-awarded landscape blanketed by rolling green hills covered in vineyards, snow-capped peaks, glassy lakes, pretty little towns and elegant cities, Piedmont boasts rather breathtaking vistas.

In one of the most scenic parts of this beautiful and lush region, you will find a very unique and special amusement park: Alpyland. Located on Mottarone, a mountain in the Western Alps of north-western Italy, Alpyland takes full advantage of its scenic position and boasts fun for all of the family as well as offering sweeping views over the surrounding area; taking in the Alps, the stunning Lake Maggiore, and more.