Archive for 'Northwest Italy'

Lake Como is a dream holiday destination in Italy for many and if you are planning on booking a vacation rental in Lake Como and really want to make the most of your time in the area, our property, Terrace Lake View is a perfect option. As the name suggests, it has incredibly evocative and excellent views over the lake and the town of Moltrasio, plus it is perfectly located for enjoying the lake, nearby amenities, and the area, and is a charming apartment. But, really, nothing can compare to those views. Wake up to the beauty of this beloved part of the world every day on your next holiday in Italy by booking Terrace Lake View today.

Postcard images of Italy probably flit before your mind’s eye the moment you think about the country. It is a land that has produced some impossibly scenic views where cityscapes and nature, architectural gems and incredible monuments all come together synergistically to create unforgettable scenes. But, if you were to pick a few to single out and ensure that you see them for yourself during a vacation in Italy, which ones would we recommend? Given that we think about Italy on a daily basis and have helped thousands of customers have perfect holidays in Italy throughout the years, we think we might have a bit of insight as to some of the unmissable views that you should make a note of...

1. Florence from the Piazzale Michelangelo

A very popular spot to watch the sun set over the city, the Piazzale Michelangelo is now a buzzing spot that attracts excited crowds who bring takeout to enjoy, musicians who set up and play to said crowds, and some particularly enthusiastic attendees who often start the crowd dancing. Those after the view and not so much this atmosphere can come at sunrise instead and will have the place pretty much to themselves. Either way, you’ll get some amazing views over the gorgeous skyline of the city and it is undeniably one of the best free things to do if you book a villa in Florence.

The smallest region in Italy, Aosta Valley is nestled right in the heart of the Alps between Switzerland and France, and is a stunning destination for a mountain escape. All year round it is a place of incredible natural beauty that is ideal for a peaceful holiday but we do highly recommend a cosy fall getaway in the region in particular as it is a truly magical time to enjoy a vacation rental in the Aosta Valley...

Years ago, as an au pair in Piedmont, I sorely disappointed my host family by telling them that I was not a coffee-drinker. They simply could not fathom this news and continuously offered me cups of coffee throughout that summer with them. Politely, I would decline and politely, the would persist in asking.

Later in the summer, on a day off for the mother of the family, the two of us took the train to Turin for the day – a truly perfect spot for a day-trip if you have found a vacation rental in Piedmont. I immediately fell in love with the large piazze, elegant buildings, wonderful museums, ancient ruins, and charming little cafes of the city. And just before we went to get our train home, I was dragged into the famous Caffè al Bicerin for one last attempt to sway me when it came to coffee by introducing me to the Bicerin.