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The great art cities of Italy hold untold numbers of extraordinary masterpieces from sculpted pieces brought to life by Michelangelo in astonishing anatomical detail, to crumbling experimental frescoes by da Vinci, to iconic characters painted by the likes of Botticelli, and much more besides. Every medium and subject can be accounted for, millennia of art movements are represented, influence from all over the world can be felt. This is no more true in any other place than Ravenna, where you will find several churches that are like the most beautiful jewellery boxes, adorned with utterly breath-taking mosaics. So, if you book a vacation rental in Emilia-Romagna be sure to visit this stunning and unique art city in Italy to take in her astounding artistic heritage and dazzling works…

Venice is one of those great, romantic destinations that is familiar to almost every person in the world and that many people have on their bucket lists but it is not the only place worth seeing in the Veneto region of Italy, despite how it might sometimes overshadow other areas. For those who book a vacation rental in Veneto, there is so much more to see beyond the Floating City. There is, in fact, too many delights to list in one post but here is our guide to some of the other highlights of the region…

If you have booked a vacation rental in Milan and you are planning on seeing the main sights and attractions in the city while you are in the area, a visit to see da Vinci’s Last Supper is likely to be on your itinerary. As this is one of the most famous works of art in the world, something that almost everyone on the planet has seen an image of at least once in their lives, it attracts accordingly large amounts of attention and tourist crowds. Those wishing to visit, therefore, should keep in mind that there are rules when it comes to seeing this piece with your own eyes and that your trip should be booked well in advance. Here’s everything that you need to know if you want to visit the Last Supper while on holiday in Milan.

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.

Sicily, in particular, is a region of Italy that is full of incredible architectural gems and great architectural cities from the Arab-Norman wonders of Palermo to the ornate and sumptuous Baroque seen in Noto. As such, many of the towns and cities of the island are well-worth simply wandering while keeping your eyes properly open to all of the beauty all around you. Those who find a villa in Syracuse should definitely take this advice to heart as there are ample world-class monuments to visit but the streets, in general, are dotted with gorgeous buildings both famous and little-known that are true architectural wonders. So, seek out the attractions in town but also explore, get a little bit lost, and take in the beauty of this city during a vacation in Sicily.