Archive for 'Veneto'

The beautiful region of Veneto in the North of Italy is an incredible place to explore. With Venice as the highlight as the highlight, the lovely Verona as a romantic's must-see, and the remainder of the region largely untouched by tourism, it is a varied and fascinating place.

From skiing or hiking in the Dolomites to discovering the UNESCO-awarded architecture of Vicenza, to exploring the less-crowded canals of Chioggia and retracing the footsteps of Rome and Juliet in Verona, there is an endless list of interesting things to see and do. Luckily, we also have an endless list of stunning vacation rentals in Veneto so, if you're looking to plan a trip, you're in the right place.

We've chosen just some of our favourite luxury properties in Veneto to help you get started and if anything will have you hopping on a plane, it will be these amazing rentals...

The Castel San Pietro is an incredible fortress located on a hill in a strategic and historically important position in the city of Verona. If you are exploring the area and have chosen the perfect villa in Verona for you and yours, then make sure to stop by and take in the wonderful vista that it presents and the magnificent views over Verona that it offers.

In this series of posts, we are discussing all the things that you need to know about Prosecco and the best places to try it while holidaying in Italy. This 16th century recreation of a much more ancient wine comes from an area located across 9 provinces in the Northern Italian regions of Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia and the best way to learn about it is by visiting a vineyard in person. We have plenty of wonderful vacation rental in Friuli Venezia Giulia or a luxury villa in Veneto and have been rounding up some great vineyards so why not get to planning a holiday to this beautiful part of the country? Once there, you can take out a day (or several!) to visit some vineyards and really start to appreciate Prosecco. Here are some more of our picks of perfect locations.

7. Zonin

Zonin 1821 is one of the most important Italian wine producers and distribute and market still and sparkling wines under the Zonin label from both the original estate in Veneto and the eight others located in Italy and abroad.

In the last few posts, we have been discussing all the things that you need to know about Prosecco and, especially, where you should try it in Italy. Prosecco is a sparkling Italian wine and a 16th century recreation of an ancient wine that comes from an area that is located across 9 provinces in the Northern Italian regions of Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia. There is lots to say about it and even more to learn but, the best way to do so is by visiting a vineyard and learning and tasting in person. Just find a vacation rental in Friuli Venezia Giulia or a luxury villa in Veneto and then plan a trip to one of these incredible vineyards so you can get to the important part in all of this - trying some amazing wines!

5. Nino Franco

Nino Franco is one of the oldest wineries in the Valdobbiadene area and was founded in 1919. Its owner was actually also one of the first winemakers to export Prosecco.

In the last post, we discussed the history and characteristics of Prosecco, trying to provide a greater base of information on the famous beverage that is both affordable and tasty. It is something that many of us consume on a regular basis without thinking on too deeply but, like any other wine, there is a lot more to learn about it and the best way is to visit a vineyard and taste some delicious wines for yourself! Just find a vacation rental in Friuli Venezia Giulia or a luxury villa in Veneto and then plan a trip to one of these incredible vineyards so you can get to trying some amazing wines.

1. Azienda Agricola Vettori

Azienda Agricola Vettori is a vineyard run by Arturo Vettori and produces two types of Prosecco and two kinds of white wine. Located in a sunny valley around 8km from the town of Conegliano in Veneto. It is a beautiful and historic estate that was re-established by the Vettori family in 1990 and its methods, grapes and wines were greatly increased at this time.