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Abruzzo is likely a name unfamiliar with many international tourists considering a vacation in Italy. Nestled between the worlds of the industrialised and cosmopolitan north of Italy and the relaxed and sun-drenched south, Abruzzo is a beautiful region with lots to offer, despite being a hidden gem. The very same wild and mountainous qualities of her landscape that meant Abruzzo has never developed economically or culturally quite the way other parts of Italy have are also what make the region utterly picturesque and magic. This is where you will find the biggest concentration of protected land in the country, some of the last pockets in which large wild fauna can be found readily in Europe, some larger industrialised towns, and pretty little villages still alive with tradition, all set amongst rocky peaks, lush meadows and hills, large lakes, and a long and beautiful coastline. In addition, you will find a wine region that produces delicious wines that are nourished by this rich, diverse, and bountiful landscape. So, if you’re looking for a relaxing holiday full of tasty wines and pretty views, a vacation rental in Abruzzo is an excellent idea.

Lombardy is one of the biggest regions of Italy and is characterised by her varied and beautiful landscape that is home to both Alpine peaks and Italy’s stunning lake district (including Lake Como, Lake Garda, and more). If you are an outdoorsy type or in search of incredible views and backdrops, it is a perfect holiday destination. Just browse our vacation rentals in Lombardy and come explore the impossible beauty and endless outdoor pursuits offered by this amazing part of Italy for yourself!

While there is much to do in the region, many are drawn to Lombardy particularly for hiking and walking. However, there is a wide range in difficulty and distance that different hikers can be looking for. Some may be up for major expeditions but if you’re interested in simply taking in some pretty views and stretching your legs rather than hikes that last hours upon hours, one popular peak that is easily accessed, not too much of a climb, and offers incredible panoramic views over the surrounding area is Canto Alto.

The Cinque Terre is a famously beautiful coastal part of Italy but, when one imagines it, one tends to picture the pretty and colourful cluster of houses hugging a rugged cliff-side that descends to a bay bobbing with yachts and little fishing boats. However, if you have found a vacation rental in the Cinque Terre and are spending time in the area, you will be glad to know that these aren’t the only stunning seaside scenes that you will encounter.

You will also find some of the prettiest traditional perfect soft-sand-and-blue-seas beaches in Italy. There aren’t that many and most are only small stretches that can be found next to some of the towns in the area but there are a couple that are more spacious and impressive affairs, like the most obvious and best example, the picture-perfect Spiaggia di Fegina.

If you are interested in a picture-perfect historic setting, excellent eateries and an especially rich culinary tradition, pretty boutiques and streets, and art and culture, then the incredibly lovely city of Bologna makes for an ideal holiday destination. However, if you have found a vacation rental in Emilia Romagna and are planning trips to Bologna to experience the history and tradition then be sure to also keep an eye for the contemporary gems on offer in the city as well. For while the streets still reflect Medieval roots and the museums are generally filled with great works of art from times gone by, there are some incredible places to see the most cutting-edge and engaging works of art that deal with the most important issues of our times. One such place to see contemporary art in Bologna is Fondazione MAST, an international cultural and philanthropic institution that brings exhibitions focusing on art, technology and innovation to the city.

The MAST (or Manifattura di Arti, Sperimentazione e Tecnologia) Foundation was established in 2013 to encourage creativity and entrepreneurship among younger generations and to work in collaboration with other institutions in order to support economic and social growth in Bologna. In addition to a diverse and rich cultural program of events including art exhibition, conferences, presentations, film screenings, musical events, and educational workshops for children and teenagers that are open to the general public, there are also a variety of corporate welfare services, including a corporate restaurant, nursery school and wellness centre that are integral to the foundation’s mission statement of making an open place in which every citizen can access learning and the arts. This is not some elitist cultural institution but, rather, a space for the growth and well-being of all people.

Sardinia is famous for her beaches and for good reason. It is an astoundingly beautiful place with an astounding number of truly incredible beaches to choose from. So, if you are looking for your next beach holiday destination, why not browse our vacation rentals in Sardinia?

Among all of those excellent beaches, if you ask locals about their favourites, most are likely to mention Spiaggia della Pelosa. Boasting shallow, crystal clear azure waters that are perfect for kids to splash around in safely and for snorkelling, soft white sands made for leisurely wanders along the strand, and lush and diverse coastal vegetation, it is an ideal oasis and one of the most picture-perfect beaches in all of Europe.