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The famous Cinque Terre is a beloved tourist area of Italy known for a series of five picturesque towns located along the coastline. Many who find a vacation rental in the Cinque Terre will drive or even hike between the different towns to take them in and enjoy the various attractions in each. However, we think if you’re really going to explore and make the most of this magical part of the world, then the best way to get around is certainly by boat! 

Peonies are one of the most beautiful and beloved types of flowers but they also have a notoriously small blooming window. So, those who love the flower know to plan ahead to get a glimpse or buy a bouquet. The end of spring and the beginning of summer is already a wonderful time for garden enthusiasts to plan a vacation but if you are a peony fan in particular and you have been considering a vacation in Italy, then you should look ahead to April and May to book your getaway with Italy Villas. 

Sardinia boasts some of the most amazing beaches in all of Italy, so those looking for a perfect beach holiday destination should definitely browse our vacation rentals in Sardinia and plan a trip to this magical part of the world. Among all of the gorgeous beaches on this stunning island, the one most often labelled the best and favourite amongst locals is the iconic and picture-perfect Spiaggia della Pelosa.

Spiaggia della Pelosa is around 2km from the village of Stintino on the Capo Falcone and is a 300m stretch of the coast facing north-east. With shallow and crystal clear waters in a magical deep shade of blue, soft white sands, a framing of lush vegetation, views out to Piana (Flat) Island, Asinara Island, and the Asinara Cliffs, and the picturesque 16th century Saracen Torre della Pelosa overlooking it all, it is a scenic gem that encapsulates the beauty of a vacation in Sardinia. 

The gorgeous and dreamy historic town of Montepulciano in Tuscany known for its delicious wine gained international fame back in 2009 when it was chosen as a filming location for one of the movie adaptations of Stephanie Meyer's Twilight book series, New Moon. Fans worldwide were suddenly focused on this Tuscan gem and were were captivated by both the town's beauty and its newfound connection to the beloved franchise. So, if you love the movies and/or books and have always wanted to experience the allure of Montepulciano for yourself, then browse our villas in Montepulciano and plan a visit to this charming town...

The stunning southern region of Apulia in Italy is known for its amazing beaches, incredible food and wine, its rich cultural heritage, and its picturesque landscapes and towns but, in particular, it is a region that boasts some truly extraordinary architectural gems from astonishing fortresses, to elegant churches, to charming traditional houses. Among these and among the latter category, especially, the fairytale-like trulli of Alberobello stand out as something extra-special and, as we have some villas in Apulia that are located inside trulli or that have trulli as part of the property, they can be experienced in a totally unique way during your holiday. Live inside the cultural heritage of Italy for a little while on your next vacation with Italy Villas!