Archive for 'Northeast Italy'

For those who want to enjoy a summer vacation in Italy but can’t quite cope with intense temperatures, a holiday rental in Lake Garda is an excellent idea. The mild Mediterranean climate of the lake and the surrounding towns means that conditions are pleasant through much of the year but notably, in the summer, you can expect to avoid the most intense of the soaring temperatures of July and August. 

Gelato is a key ingredient to life in Italy and Italians are discerning judges when it comes to ice-cream. So, when we hear from our Italian friends that there is a new gelato wunderkind on the block, we pay attention! Especially when we hear about flavours such as carbonara sorbet and gelato with ragù sauce...

Ciacco as a brand has actually existed for just over a decade but has really been taking Italy by storm and gaining an even larger loyal following recently. With the original shop based in the foodie destination of Parma and the second location in the impossibly chic Milan, this fascinating culinary adventure is one more reason to browse our vacation rentals in Emilia-Romagna and our holiday rentals in Milan so that you can experience it for itself. 

Thinking of booking a villa in Italy this October? Well, once you have found your perfect vacation rental in Italy with us, you are probably going to be looking ahead with excitement to your holiday and what you should see and do. There is never a shortage of wonderful activities to keep you occupied in Italy but at this time of the year, in particular, there are some amazing events, festivals, and celebrations that are taking place in addition to the endless list of museums, cathedrals and churches, architectural gems, famous eateries, natural wonders, and more to explore, see, and do. Here are our picks for the top events to attend on holiday in Italy for October 2024…

We have a wide range of villas in Italy, apartments in Italy, farmhouses in Italy, and more to choose from, with all sorts of unique selling points and incredible amenities, at various price points, and in different parts of the region. Before even looking at those factors, however, you might be wondering: “Should I rent a villa in Italy?”

To us, the answer is obvious: “Of course you should!” However, don’t just take it at our word. Take a look at the following questions and consider if a vacation rental in Italy is the right answer for your next vacation.