Archive for 'Curiosities in Italy'

Venice is famously beautiful for her iconic canals but also for the incredible buildings reflected in the waters of the lagoon and set against this unique landscape. Those who find a vacation rental in Venice should take time to really pay attention to the sumptuous architectural gems that abound throughout this magical part of Italy...

Not only are many buildings in Venice constructed in strange and specific ways to fit the topography of the city but they are also a wonderful blend of styles and influences due to its location, which was once the, “gateway to the East”. Peoples from all over the world have come to, and passed through Venice, for centuries upon centuries and brought ideas and knowledge with them.

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While there are plenty of things to keep the adults in the group entertained all throughout the region during a stay in one of our Tuscany Villas – wine-tasting, shopping, visits to museums, wandering around historic towns, and more – many of these activities are either less interesting to children or not for children at all. A great vacation in Tuscany that everyone can enjoy will involve combining the must-see activities that adults don’t want to miss with both experiences everyone will appreciate and outings that will specifically appeal to the little ones in your group. Here are some of our best suggestions of things to do with the kids (and things that those who are kids at heart will love) during your next visit to Tuscany...

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Several of Italy’s regions are known for their lush and pastoral landscapes and, among them, Umbria's is one of the most picturesque. Made up of rolling green hills, towering peaks, and lush meadows, it is at its loveliest between May and July, when the countryside goes into full bloom. So, get browsing our vacation rentals in Umbria and come see it for yourself!

The most cinematically stunning and breathtaking part of the entire region during this time of the year is the Piani di Castelluccio, also known as the Plain of Castelluccio. Like something from a scene in the Sound of Music, this ethereal beauty seems almost too remarkable to be real. Composed of three distinct sections, this plain stretches out and becomes one massive and colourful tapestry of flowers.

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Those who are planning a vacation in Italy and who are interested in fashion are probably looking to browse some wonderful shops and take home a little slice of that famous Italian sense of style for themselves. If this is the case for you and you have found a villa in Rome, there are plenty of different kinds of stores to visit from vintage shops, to high street favourites, to little independent boutiques, to artisan makers, to flea markets, and more. However, if you have the budget and you really want to invest in a forever piece or, if you don't and you just want to have a wee look around some of the most luxurious shops in the world, then you need to plan a visit to via Condotti. Any fashion-lover visiting Rome should at least take a stroll down this road!     Read More