Archive for 'Northwest Italy'

If you are interested in colours that seem too vivid to occur in the real world and picture-perfect views, there are several contenders for spots to visit that meet these requirements all around Italy. However, there is one sight in particular that makes us want to hop on the next plane and go see it with our own eyes right now: the Place Moulin Dam.

Also known as the Lago Place Moulin or the Lac de Place-Moulin, it is located in the Aosta Valley, in the very north of Italy, amongst the Italian Alps. This is an incredibly scenic and beautiful part of the world, in general, with lots to see and a landscape that rewards the more adventurous traveller. This emerald gem, nestled amongst the Italian Alps is a particularly stunning find. If you have found a vacation rental in the Aosta Valley and are exploring the area by car or bike, we recommend that you make this one of your pit stops on your road trip across one of the most scenic landscapes in the world.

As the weather gets hotter and summer holidays come and go, some of you may be thinking about winter breaks, adventures in snowy wonderlands, putting your feet up by the fire after long days of fun on the slopes, and sipping on something warming and delicious as you get cosy. Or maybe you can’t quite think about cooler weather yet but you should and you should get planning a perfect winter break now that availability is better and there are more properties to choose from! Just find your perfect vacation rental in the Aosta Valley now and have an exciting winter getaway to look forward to once summer fun is long over and the seasonal affective disorder starts kicking in. While you’re in the area, there is one particular adventure that you should make sure to pencil in: ice-karting.

Located on the edge of town in Breuil-Cervinia, in the area above the access tunnel into this mountain town, the ice-karting circuit is a natural circuit made of ice that offers two different types of paths, winding 500m and 800m respectively down a hill, where you can go-kart in the most thrilling of settings.

Lake Garda is a major attraction for anyone who has found a vacation rental in any one of the three regions in which it has shorelines. Just find a villa in Trentino, a holiday rental in Lombardy, or a vacation rental in Veneto and come explore this famous beauty and all that it has to offer; from water sports to boat tours, from drinking a glass of wine while enjoying sunset over the lake to picnicking at scenic spots, from exploring different historic villas dotted around the various islands and lakeside villages to hiking around trails located all over the area, and much more besides. If you are interested in hiking, in particular, you are in luck. There are lots of interesting trails to choose from and the most incredible backdrops to enjoy while you’re out there hiking. One of the best routes to explore is the Strada del Ponale.

The Museo Nazionale del Cinema (National Cinema Museum) in Turin is an extraordinary place. Housed inside the distinctive Mole Antonelliana, a 19th-century architectural gem designed by architect Alessandro Antonelli that dominates the skyline of the city, the museum is a fascinating exploration of the history of cinema and is an impressive museum experience. For those who have found a vacation rental in Turin and who are planning on exploring the city, it is a great place to wile away some time, especially away from hot sunny days in summer and rainy days throughout the year, and learn something new about the silver screen. For movie lovers, it is an absolute must.

Opened in 1958, the museum was originally housed in the Chiablese Palace but, sadly, had to be closed in 1985 due to safety concerns about the building. In 1992, the Maria Adriana Prolo – Museo Nazionale del Cinema Foundation was founded and talks were begun about reopening a cinema museum in the city. Luckily, they found the perfect location, the stunning Mole Antonelliana, and the National Museum of Cinema of Turin was opened to the public in August 2000.

There are many lovely and scenic parts of Italy. It is an incredibly beautiful place with a very varied landscape from the Alps to Mediterranean shores and everything in between. However, one of the most famously beautiful parts of Italy is the area in and around Lake Como, which has solidified its popularity as a holiday destination. In particular, the Parco della Val Sanagra, is a wonderful protected natural park that lies in this area. If you have found a vacation rental in Lombardy and are looking for somewhere to hike, breathe in the cleanest of fresh air, admire the beauty of nature, and enjoy a relaxed and healing natural setting, then it is absolutely ideal.