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If we're talking about the Amalfi Coast, we can't skip out on talking about the beaches – I mean, obviously, right? It is the most famous coastline in Italy, after all! There are some extraordinary beaches in the area and if you have found a vacation rental on the Amalfi Coast, you'll be spoiled for choice. However, two of the most beautiful of all have to be the beaches of Praiano.

Located smack in the middle of the Amalfi Coast, between the most famous towns of Positano and Amalfi, is the lesser-known and beautiful village of Praiano. A fashionable and lovely seaside resort, it was once the favoured summer residence of the powerful Doges of the Maritime Republic of Amalfi and now attracts a wide range of visitors from all around the world. Laid-back and friendly, it is a beautiful place that still retains the feeling of a quiet seaside village but boasts plenty of stylish restaurants, cafes, bars and shops to choose from. Come try the local dishes and sample regional wines while taking in the town's incredible views or sip coffee as you enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the place.

The Amalfi Coast is a stunning part of Italy that many dream of visiting. One of the most immediate draws are the intense colours of the sea, sky, beaches and buildings. The bright blues, reds, shining whites and golden hues of sand, terracotta tiles, crystalline water, lush cliffs, citrus groves and whitewashed walls burn themselves into ones memory and make the area utterly unforgettable.

Finally come and see it for yourself and browse our incredible selection of villas on the Amalfi Coast.

One especially colourful and memorable town on the Amalfi Coast is the little gem of Vietri sul Mare. Set on the cliff-side above the swirling sea, it is a charming small town that has been famous for ceramic production since the 15th century and is adorned by brightly painted tiles, murals and more all throughout the streets.

The Castel San Pietro is an incredible fortress located on a hill in a strategic and historically important position in the city of Verona. If you are exploring the area and have chosen the perfect villa in Verona for you and yours, then make sure to stop by and take in the wonderful vista that it presents and the magnificent views over Verona that it offers.

The Scuola Grande di San Marco, located in the Campo di San Giovanni e Paolo in the Castello district Venice, is an incredible building and institution that was once one of the six, “great schools,”, or, “scuole grandi,” of Venice. This confraternities were an important part of Venetian religious, civic and cultural life and the riches of its appearance reflect this, with its might marble facade and stunning interiors.

In the last post, we discussed the charming and pretty town of Pordenone and its many architectural gems. However, that isn't all there is to the town. In fact, it has a lot to offer a visitor. In addition to everything else, Pordenone is a cultural hub that plays host to many different events throughout the year. One of these is the book festival Pordenone Legge, which has been taking place for over a decade and sees the town taken over by book stalls, interviews with both Italian and international writers, and lectures by journalists and scholars for a week each September.

Pordenone has also been the primary host to the Giornate del Cinema Muto, a festival dedicated to silent film, since 1981. Taking place each October, the festival was the first, largest and most important international festival dedicated to silent film. Named as one of the top 50 unmissable film festivals in the world according to Variety, it is a unique experience that any movie lovers visiting the city will enjoy. Additionally, the FMK International Short Film Festival takes place in the town on an annual basis, as well.