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Trani is a town in the south of Italy that is often known as the “Pearl of Puglia” and it is easy to see why it draws comparisons to precious materials.

The beautiful town is made up of whitewashed buildings against impossibly blue waters and skies that turn vibrant pinks and oranges as the sun sets.

It is a sophisticated and elegant place that attracts tourists used to the good life who sit in the marina-side bars and gaze across the yachts and fishing boats after spending days wandering the historic centre, past the palazzi, stone streets and mediaeval churches.

If you want to get a taste of it for yourself, just choose one of our vacation rentals in Puglia and spend lazy days in this stunning seaport town.

Portovenere is one of the most picturesque seaside towns in all of Italy. Located on the coast in Liguria, this elegant vacation and resort destination is a wonderful combination of brightly painted houses against blue skies, beautiful sea views, a lively port, winding streets and tiny alleys, architectural gems and a relaxed atmosphere. It is incredibly pretty but is also full of things to see and do in both the immediate and surrounding area.

The area is connected to the gods and ancient legend, legendary poets like Byron and writers like the Shelleys and kings of old and is home to one of the prettiest churches in the country, a majestic castle and much more besides. If you are looking for a dreamy little seaside getaway in Italy where there is also plenty to keep you occupied, look no further.

Just find a villa with swimming pool in Liguria and fall in love with this exceptional little town.

Built between 1196 and 1307, the pink marble Baptistery of Parma is one of the most distinctive and memorable buildings in the entire city. It is also one of the most highly regarded and well-known of all medieval structures and is a clear example of the transition from Romanesque to Gothic art in Italy. Octagonal in shape, built out of pink Verona marble and standing tall, made of four tiers of open loggias topped by a row of blind arches and crowning pinnacles, it is a striking and impressive building. While the exterior is harmonious and elegant, inside is a riot of colour with painted frescoes and elaborate embellishments. The result is a deeply fascinating building with plenty to take in. If you've found the perfect vacation rental in Emilia Romagna, then be sure to visit Parma and stop by the Baptistery.

Termoli is a beautiful seaside town on the Adriatic coast in the region of Molise. It is a local resort town known for its lovely beaches and striking fortifications. However, if you are visiting this town, and we recommend that you do, be sure to make the time to stop by the cathedral. Termoli Cathedral makes an immediate impact upon visiting with its elegant and stunning restraint and has an exceptionally long and rich history going back hundreds of years. It is said to originally have been the site of a Roman temple dedicated to Castor and Pollux and is now just as alive as a place of worship, a popular spot for weddings and a venue for plays, concerts and more. In fact, the whole town is worth the visit so why not find a holiday rental in Abruzzo nearby and spend a day exploring this charming and historic place?

Lucedio Abbey was built in 1123, when a large area of swampy land was given to Cistercian monks by the Marquis of Montefract. The monks set up a monastery on this site near Trino and made a success of cultivating rice there. However, there were darker events happening beneath the surface of this seemingly ordinary monastery. Lucedio has attracted ghost-hunters, teams of paranormal experts and television crews from all over the world and still has a certain morbid appeal. Believers and sceptics alike will be terrified and fascinated by the tale of the monastery so find a vacation rental in Piedmont and set out to explore this horrifying site.