Altipiano dello Sciliar in winter
Posted in: Activities Hiking Localities Mountains Northeast Italy Skiing & Winter Sports Trentino-Alto Adige
The stunning sight of the Altipiano dello Sciliar in the region of Trentino Alto Adige/Südtirol is an ideal spot to head for a winter skiing holiday or a hiking trip during the warmer months.

The scenery here is truly breath taking; a mountainous area nestled in the striking Dolomites mountain range. Stay in a cosy vacation rental in Trentino Alto Adige any time of year to easily visit this spectacular sight!

In the winter months, the Altipiano dello Sciliar is covered in snow and this entire area become a popular skiing destination. Ski lifts criss-cross the lower mountains here that suit beginner to expert levels.
Grand Canal at night
Posted in: Localities Northeast Italy Tourist Attractions Veneto Venice
The Grand Canal in Venice is the biggest water ‘highway’ in the city and certainly one of the most beautiful!

Tourists can avail of the public transport water buses that sail along the canal throughout the day and night or hop on board a private water taxi called a gondola where a boatman will row you wherever you please.

Stay at a gorgeous holiday rental in Venice where you can explore this mesmerising watery city for a few days!
Canal view of Palazzo Ducale
Posted in: Localities Museums & Galleries Northeast Italy Tourist Attractions Unesco World Heritage Sites Veneto Venice
Sail in on a traditional gondola through Venice’s network of canals towards the magnificent Doge’s Palace!

This masterpiece of a building is a stunning testament of Venetian culture and old wealth and along with the busy Piazza San Marco in front of it and the glorious Basilica of San Marco behind; it’s one of the most recognisable sites in Italy.

Stay in a comfortable vacation rental in Veneto where you can travel into Venice for a few days and experience a magical time walking around this splendid palace!

Some of Italy’s and even Europe’s most important governmental decisions were made here over the centuries. The Doge’s Palace of Venice served firstly as the residence of the Doge or Italian Grand Duke but also served as a place where important matters of justice were settled.
Canale di Tenno
Posted in: Localities Northeast Italy Small Towns Trentino-Alto Adige
Situated around six hundred metres up on a mountain slope between Lake Garda and the Alps is the pretty little village of Canale di Tenno!

This charming gem of Trentino Alto Adige attracts thousands of tourists each year who come to admire the ancient architecture and history immortalised in the town’s buildings and layout.

Book a stunning villa rental in the Lake Garda area and enjoy stunning panoramic views and activities during your stay in this picturesque part of the region.

The compactly constructed buildings, built into each other dates back to a 13th century style of architecture to enhance the strength of the whole. But Canale di Tenno existed long before this with records of it dating back to 1211!
Basilica of Saint Mark in Venice
Posted in: Big Cities Day Trips Localities Northeast Italy Tourist Attractions Unesco World Heritage Sites Veneto
Come to a region stuffed with cultural, historical and artistic heritage, come to Veneto in North East Italy! This picturesque region of rolling hills, pungent meadows of crops and majestic mountains is truly a magnificent sight to behold. Stay in a luxury villa rental in Veneto and live the life of royalty during your holiday to Italy.

Visit its unusual capital city of Venice, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was built in a huge lagoon comprising of 118 islands!

Venice is home to the largest carnival in the country where everyone dresses up in colourful masks and costumes to celebrate for days on end!