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Isola del Giglio, or Giglio Island, is a bit of a hidden secret among Italians that is considered a pearl of the Tyrrhenian Sea. An exotic paradise that is 90% covered by wild Mediterranean vegetation and boasts around 700 botanical species and that is surrounded by crystalline waters in shades of emerald green and azure blues, it is a scenic beauty. While the terrain is mountainous and there are all sorts of routes to trek and take in the beautiful views that abound, the coast of the island is the most popular feature among tourists. You can explore the dramatic landscapes of the rocky cliffs and beaches, you can go scuba diving to admire the fish, caves and ancient shipwrecks, you can go boating, you can spot dolphins and whales, you can take in the sunsets or you can simply hang out.

In the last post in this series, we are wrapping up our list of ten of the best things to see and do in Milan. There is an endless range of attractions, eateries, bars and more to choose from if you have found a holiday rental in Milan but we have outlined just some of our picks of the best of the best among them and here are more of those picks...

7. Visit the The Brera Picture Gallery

The Brera Picture Gallery, or Pinacoteca di Brera, is Milan’s main public art gallery is home to a rich collection of artworks that represents over six centuries of European art. Works by the likes of Rubens, Titian, Correggio and Anthony Van Dyck are all housed in what was originally a 14th century monastery that was later redesigned by the renowned architect Giuseppe Piermarini. Surrounded by a picturesque botanic garden, it is a stunning museum in a beautiful setting and a must-see.

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If you are the type of traveller that likes to always have something to see and do, to have endless eateries and bars to choose from, to have plenty of unique stores to browse, and to have a wide range of attractions to visit, then go ahead and find a holiday rental in Milan. Milan, with its rich history and bustling chic and modern history, is the ideal destination for the discerning traveller.

Here are more of our selection of just ten of the must-see attractions in Milan...

Calamosca Beach is the perfect place to spend the day if you have found a vacation rental in the charming city of Cagliari. Utterly picture-perfect, this beach is a short walk from the centre of the capital city of Sardinia and is one of the most lovely on an island famous for its incredible beaches! If you like hanging out on a peaceful, sheltered stretch of coast, playing around in the most unbelievably blue waters, a vibrant nightlife, excellent facilities and taking in amazing scenery, it is ideal.

Positioned and sheltered between two promontories – Capo Sant'Elia and its ancient lighthouse to the east and the Sella del Diavolo (Devil's Saddle) to the west – on the coastline of Poetto, the beach is just 4km from the centre of Cagliari.

The Arcipelago di La Maddalena National Park is a truly stunning geomarine national park on the coast of Sardinia that was established in 1994. Covering an area of over 12,000 hectares and stretching along 180 kilometers of coastline, it is comprised of a group of islands and islets located on the north-east of the coast of Gallura, in the stretch of sea between Sardinia and Corsica known as Bocche di Bonifacio, which is soon to be recognised as an international marine park.

All of these islands are either deserted or are only scattered with small human settlements, beside La Maddalena. As a result, it is an area of natural beauty that has largely been untouched and unaltered by human hands. It is just endless, impossibly blue skies and seas, lush hills and greenery, coves, inlets, and long stretches of pretty beaches. An unforgettable and beautiful place, it is a must-see for anyone who has found a vacation rental in Sardinia.