View of Bologna porticos at night
Posted in: Day Trips Emilia-Romagna Northeast Italy
If you are spending your holiday anywhere near to the city of Bologna in the region of Emilia Romagna, you should take a day trip to explore the fascinating portico networked city of Bologna! Set to become a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the coming years, the old city centre of Bologna has over forty kilometres of porticoes criss-crossing the area. Those wishing to stay nearby for a few days can choose one of our charming holiday rentals in Monzuno, just over half an hour's drive away.

Some of Bologna's first porticos were wooden ones and were built in later centuries in the style of Gothic, Renaissance and 19th century style stone porches. Tourists walking through this unique city have certainly no need to bring an umbrella as practically everywhere you go, you have a roof over your head!
Brisighella view
Posted in: Day Trips Emilia-Romagna Localities Northeast Italy Small Towns
Situated on the River Lamone within the River Lamone Valley of the Apennine Mountains in north central Italy is the ancient medieval village of Brisighella.

It is located in the region of Emilia-Romagna in the Ravenna Province and is renowned for its excellent cuisine and its interesting spa commune. Brisighella is recognized for its Medieval Quarter and its unusual features which include a sanctuary, three rocky pinnacles, and an unusual clock tower.
Italy in Minature
Posted in: Day Trips Emilia-Romagna Northeast Italy Tourist Attractions Water & Amusement Parks
Have you ever seen the film or read the book Gulliver's Travels?Would you like to experience the similar feeling of being the 'Giant' somewhere? Then look no further! Here in Rimini in Italy there is just the thing... A Miniature Italy attraction park!! That's right, you can experience some of the famous landscapes and buildings of Italy on a much smaller scale and all in one place!

And not only does this fantastic park have other things to see such as a science fun fair and some lovely places to eat. It is also relatively near to the theme park Mirabilandia in case you are looking for a little more thrill after this, or even in case you would like to relax here in the minature park after a day at Mirabilandia.
Italy Rollercoasters Skyline Mirabilandia
Posted in: Day Trips Emilia-Romagna Northeast Italy Tourist Attractions Water & Amusement Parks
Want a nice relaxing holiday but the kids want to go to disneyland? Why not compromise a little! Here in Italy there are some fantastic theme parks that are just as good at keeping the kids entertained!

In Mirabilandia, near Bologna, there are Stunt shows, Laser shows, Dancing, Diving and even Musical shows for entertainment. Also there is a fantastic theme park area with waterslides, rollercoasters and even rides such as the traditional Carousel for kids and those romantic, young at heart adults!