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Italy is home to endlessly beautiful landscapes from the undulating green hills and medieval towns of Tuscany to the pastel villages perched on cliffs along craggy coasts in Liguria. These are well-known vistas that travellers from all over the world dream of taking in at least once in a lifetime but in the region of Veneto, in a particular corner overlooking Lake Garda, just outside the romantic city of Verona, you’ll find one of the most singularly beautiful landscapes in the world. This is the Parco Giardino Sigurtà, a must-see for those who book a vacation rental in Veneto and begin diving into the lush scenery of this gorgeous region. Often listed as one of the loveliest gardens in the world, it is a truly breathtaking place and idyllic escape.

There is no shortage of stunning jewel-box churches in Italy. In fact, most towns have a pretty little church of their own, a surprising number with works by rather famous artists so it is always worth peeking inside to see what you might find – you never know! Italy’s bigger towns and cities, meanwhile, boast even more impressive and bejewelled houses of worship. The romantic town of Verona, for example, is full of architectural gems and beautiful sights, making it a must for those on a day-trip who vacation in Veneto, and among her stunning buildings, the Chiesa di Sant'Eufemia is quite the wonder.

Those considering a ski break in Italy this winter will likely come across the ski resort of Cortina d'Ampezzo. Considered one of the most fashionable ski resorts in the country, the so-called, “Queen of the Dolomites,” has been a popular winter sports destination since the 1930s and was put on the map internationally when it hosted the first Winter Olympic Games in Italy in 1956. Gorgeous, chic, and just a two hour drive from Venice, a vacation rental in Cortina d’Ampezzo is the ideal option for those looking to enjoy a perfect ski break in style in Italy.

Villa Dalia Venezia is a sleek and modern gem of a villa with an incredible pool area that is located just 2km (1 mile) from Arzergrande and 25km (16 miles) from the captivating city of Padua in the stunning Veneto region. Other major towns and cities in the region are also easily accessible and are some of the most beautiful cities in Italy and the world. Venice is 44km (27 miles) away, Vicenza is 62km (38 miles) away, Ferrara is 84km (52 miles) away, and Verona is 114km (71 miles) away. This is also an area of Italy that is lush and green, with rolling hills and endless vineyards never too far away, it is additionally just 20km (12 miles) from the coastline – offering you the best of all worlds for your vacation in Veneto.

Certain Italian dishes have become so famous that they are common household names almost everywhere in the world. This includes, of course, pizza and various kinds of pasta dishes but it is also true of some sweet dishes. Among the most well-known Italian desserts, tiramisu is one of the best loved and most iconic. Typically made of finger biscuits, egg yolks, sugar, coffee, mascarpone cheese, and cocoa powder, the dessert now differs massively in shape, size, and specific flavours and ingredients as all sorts of variations have been created.

Originally from the Veneto region of Italy, it comes from a vacation destination ideal for sampling delicious glasses of prosecco, spending day-trips exploring the magical city of Venice, discovering the lush landscape dotted by gorgeous historic villas, and heading to the Alps to hike or ski. So, if you are already considering a vacation rental in Veneto and a holiday spent enjoying all that the region has to offer but you also happen to have a sweet tooth, then an opportunity to sample the beloved Italian dessert on its home ground is one more great reason to visit...