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Planning a trip to Italy in May or June means that you are coming at the tail end of spring and the beginning of summer, just as tourists really begin to arrive and while everything continues to fully bloom. Not only is this when weather is milder but more than pleasant enough for days in a luxury villa with pool in Italy or by the sea but it is also when Italy is at its potentially prettiest. The coming summer days and this natural splendour, as well as harvests beginning to load tables with delicious produce, means that there are plenty of reasons to celebrate.

As a result, May and June are a time when there is an especially large number of sagre, traditional local festivals that can celebrate saints, holy days, historic events, particular food products, and more with feasts, parades, parties, concerts, and other events. Those who book a vacation rental in Italy at this time of the year, will be able to enjoy authentic, traditional experiences alongside locals, sample incredible wines, enjoy regional dishes, and really get a genuine look into Italian life.

Of course, while the food-related events and parties are well worth seeking out and enjoying, we also recommend experiencing one of the infiorata events that take place around Italy each May or June. These particular celebrations, or “flowering” events, are the pride of several towns located around Italy and involve the creation of breath-taking, elaborate flower-based decorations that wow guests and locals alike. 

We always recommend an incredible stay in one of our vacation rentals in Florence to take in the immense cultural wealth of the city but if you’re after that kind of cultural background as well as the sizzling summers and stunning coastline offered to those who book a holiday rental in Salento then just plan a visit to Lecce. The so-called Florence of the South – a nickname that stuck after the Irish bishop George Berkeley came through Apulia in the 18th century and was struck by the splendour of the city – Lecce is a hub of incredible beauty that is full of things to see and do and is basically one giant, outdoor museum. 

But why exactly has Lecce been labelled the Florence of the South?

Located on a lovely hillside, overlooking the verdant valleys and rolling green hills for which Tuscany is so well-known, and just 11km from the famous spa town of Gambassi Terme, Villa Belvedere is a gorgeous stone villa in Tuscany. The name Belvedere refers directly to the breath-taking views offered by the villa and, in addition to these views, the property also boasts a beautiful garden that spreads out over 1000m2 and features a private pool and ample outdoor furnishings. With interiors that are full of character and four bedrooms with three bathrooms, sleeping up to eight guests in total, this gem is a perfect oasis where you can enjoy privacy, peace, tranquillity, and untainted natural surroundings.

From the 24th of December 2024 to the 6th of January 2026, the Jubilee 2025 (or Iubilaeum A.D. 2025) will take place. Announced in 2000 by Pope John Paul II at the end of the Great Jubilee, this year will see special pilgrimages, prayers, pardons, and events take place at the Vatican. As a result, the Vatican has estimated that some 35 million pilgrims will come to the city for the Jubilee Year of Hope.

Those who would like to be among this number, therefore, or who were considering planning a trip to Rome in 2025 should think about booking their vacation rentals in Rome as soon as possible as accommodation is sure to fill up fast and prices are likely to rise over time. Check out our range of holiday rentals in Rome today and secure your trip now.

For those who might be dreaming of a perfect vacation in Apulia, it would be rather hard indeed to beat the truly lovely Trullo Brenda. Combining incredible modern comfort and luxury with local flavour, charm, and tradition, the property is comprised of a historic trullo building unique to the region with a modern extension added to it for additional space and comfort as well as a separate annex building. Nestled amongst the greenery and olive groves of the peaceful countryside of Alto Salento, near San Vito dei Normanni, this incredible luxury villa in Apulia is ideal for those who want to get away from it all and relax and is also well located for exploring the region. Accommodating up to 8 guests in four en suite bedrooms, there is the option to host 2 additional guests (children or teens) upon request, for a total of 10 guests.