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For the more serious water babies and beach lovers, a villa in Calabria means a vacation spent exploring some of the most beautiful beaches in Italy and the world and a rugged coastline dotted by charming little villages, panoramic viewing spots, and all sorts of magical surprises. Yet, this is an area of Italy that gets comparatively few tourists and, unlike some parts of the country, is dying for more visitors! So, if you want to get ahead of the crowd, make your budget stretch further, and enjoy stunning beaches where finding a nice spot is not quite as much of a competitive sport during the summer months, then maybe Calabria is the place for you...

If you love being at the heart of things, if you are sick of being in a car for long periods of time because of your daily commute, or if you want your entire group to be able to enjoy a nice bottle of Chianti or Prosecco without requiring a designated driver, then we have the perfect option for you! This curation of properties in Italy are located in towns or cities all across Italy, ensuring that everything you need is within walking distance of your vacation rental in Italy.

Recently, there has been a rise in incidents in which precious works of art have been damaged by guests who are visiting museums and decide to take pictures near pieces. This damage, then, can take thousands and thousands of euros – or even more! – to be repaired by the careful work of restoration specialists and leads to artworks not being able to be displayed for long stretches of time. 

To avoid getting in trouble with the law and to enjoy your vacation in Italy peacefully and without stress, there are some things to keep in mind when you visit museums, galleries, and other artistic sites and attractions. Allow us to help you find a perfect luxury villa in Italy and then read on to learn our tips for planning a stress-free visit to museums in Italy…

Have you been thinking about a holiday in Italy? Dreaming about ticking things off your bucket list, indulging in incredible food, taking in magical scenery, slowing down and unwinding, and generally enjoying la dolce vita? Well, then we can certainly help you out with our range of incredible villas in Italy! But, with thousands to choose from, you might need help narrowing it down. So, here are the questions you might need to ask yourself before you start looking...

On holiday in Italy? Worked up an appetite while wandering the birthplace of the Renaissance on holiday in Florence? Or getting peckish as you dart about the Eternal City on vacation in Rome, trying to fit in as much as possible? 

Well, then you’ll be in search of somewhere great to eat! Certainly, you’ll find incredible food all over Italy without having to look very far but if you prefer to eat in more authentic places, the kind of little eatery that is mostly occupied by locals, then you might have to look a little bit further.

Here’s our guide to avoiding the more touristy restaurants in the country’s most famous destinations…