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If you want to wake up to the Italian Riviera every morning during your vacation in Italy, sip your morning coffee on the balcony while listening to the waves lapping the shore, enjoy postcard perfect views over the pretty town of Sori, and be just a short distance from the famous town of Portofino, then one of our newest listings might just be the perfect rental! A two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, right in the centre of Sori, 19km from Portofino, with direct views over the sea and the nearest beach (just 280m away), Newly Renovated Ocean View Flat is a chic and perfectly-positioned gem for making the most of the Italian coast!

Those who find a villa in Lake Como will quickly discover that one of the best activities to be enjoyed in the area is to take a boat trip over the glittering waters of the lake, out to one of the islands or lakeside locations that are occupied by a stunning luxurious historic villa. There, you can spend a lovely day wandering through gorgeous interiors adorned with great works of art and explore fragrant and elaborate formal gardens framed by remarkable lake views. Among the several examples of excellent options on hand, Villa Carlotta in Tremezzo may have the dreamiest gardens and quite possibly the most incredible art collection, featuring works by Canova, Francesco Hayez, Bertel Thorvaldsen, and Giovanni Migliara…

For those who like to get away in the fall, Calabria is a dream destination for many reasons. Not only does it boast an average of 320 days of sunshine in the year and mild weather throughout the season in question but it also has autumnal landscapes that will wow visitors – really it’s the best of both worlds! So, check out our vacation rentals in Calabria today and book your fall getaway for 2025.

Casa Dei Lentischi is a perfect gem of a villa for experiencing the untamed beauty of Sardinia. Located in the South-Western part of the island, 1.5km from Porto Pino, a seaside area named for the wide surrounding pine forest and famous for its beautiful 4km long bay, sandy beaches, majestic white dunes, and rich, sparkling blue waters. Of the various beaches that you can choose between in the area, some are totally wild and others have amenities, bars, and boat rentals – meaning that there is a perfect option for everyone, no matter what kind of day at the beach you prefer! Plus, pink flamingos descend on the ponds in the area during migration season, adding even more colour to this impossibly picturesque part of the world and the surrounding area is ideal for those who want to hike and explore. So, if you want to dive right into this magical island in Italy on vacation in Sardinia, Casa Dei Lentischi is a dreamy base that sleeps up to ten guests in five bedrooms, with five bathrooms.

Dreaming of a vacation rental in Florence and time spent exploring the endless incredible cultural attractions of the city? Considering a visit to the Uffizi Gallery? Well, then these are the questions that you are going to need answered to plan a perfect visit…

What Are The Average Wait Times For The Uffizi Gallery?

While the option to get skip-the-queue or fast-passes exists, the average wait time for the Uffizi Gallery is already pretty short nowadays due to online ticket booking and many fast-pass tickets will not actually get you through the queue for security checks any faster. So, don’t worry, if you have booked a villa in Florence and want to see the Uffizi during your time in the city, you won’t have to waste all day lining up for this most famous and unmissable tourist attraction! You simply need to book your ticket online for a certain time slot and show up around fifteen minutes prior to your official entry time. Most people can expect to wait five to twenty minutes in the queue, allowing visitors to pass through security. As you no longer have to collect pre-booked tickets physically at the box office, there is also one less thing to queue for.