Italy has something for everyone. Architecture, culture, art, romance and of course pasta! If you have a passion for exploring, Italy will offer you the holiday of a lifetime.
Italy hosts more than half of the worlds monuments, art and masterpieces and these are varied as they cover nearly 2800 years of history. Italy has some of the most beautiful and varied towns in the world. Most are completely unspoilt and steeped in history. The towns of Rome, Florence and Venice are renowned throughout the world and attract millions of visitors every year and the stunning lush countryside with medieval towns such as Umbria are inspiring. Italy also has varied seaside regions such as The Amalfi Coast, Sicily and Sardinia with magnificent beaches.
Italy has 21 regions most have their own regional language. Each region is famed for a specific cuisine which is an absolute passion. Italy is famed for its tasty healthy cooking and delicious wines. The Italians are extremely welcoming to tourists and this coupled with excellent weather makes Italy the ideal holiday destination.
Architecture, Monuments and Art
Italy is home to more than half of the world’s architecture, monuments and art! It has many famed monuments such as the Leaning Tower of Pisa, The Roman Colloseum and of course no visit to Italy is complete without a visit to the seat of the Catholic church, The Vatican in Rome!
Italy has been blessed with many great architects and sculptors such as Leonardo da Vinci and was the birthplace of the Renaissance movement during the 14th and 15th centuries which had a great impact on the Western world. Italy has also been home to some of the world’s finest composers such as Monteverdi and Vivaldi and Opera flourished under Puccini and Verdi. Today, Italian musicians and filmmakers continue to make a great contribution to Western society.
Food and Wine
Cooking is a national passion and eating out a favourite pastime. All of the Italian regions are famed for specific dishes. The food is generally simple but retains its variety of flavours and eating out is usually excellent value for money. The Italians reputation for food is certainly well deserved and dishes such as pasta, pizza, Osso Buco (Oxtail) and Risotto are the basis of the Italian diet. Italy is apparently the headquarters for the slow food movement which is dedicated to eating in a relaxed slow fashion.
Italy is famed for its superb wines and has over 20 wine regions from Valle d’Aosta on the French border to Sardinia and Sicily in the South. The most known wine is the Chianti group which is produced under strict quality controls so is usually a superb wine to drink.
Events
Many of the Italian towns celebrate historical events with costume parades and flag throwing. Italians are passionate people and they really throw themselves into enjoying the many festivals in their calender so this makes for an excellent party. In Arezzo, they have a festival to highlight medieval jousting where everyone dresses up in costumes. In Lucca they have La Luminera where the streets are lit up by candles. In Panacale during early September they celebrate the grape harvest and many towns in Italy celebrate the Feast of Corpus Cristi where the streets are scattered with flower petals resulting in a very fragrant carpet to walk on.
One of the most renowned festivals is the Venice Carnival which is a huge street parade that takes place in February. This is a very colourful event and thousands attend. There are also many food and wine festivals which occur throughout the year all over Italy.
The People
Italians have a population of over 58 million people and are the most passionate nation in Europe so you are guaranteed to receive a very warm welcome! Italians are far less inhibited then other nations and hugging and kissing as a greeting even with strangers is extremely common. The family is central to Italian life with the ‘Mama’ being the Queen. Many Italians live at home until well into their 20’s and much of their free time is spent dining with the family.
Italians are extremely proud of their artistic heritage and will be more than happy to provide information you may require. Their homes are often simple from the outside yet beautiful on the inside and reflect the things they treasure most colour, beauty and camaraderie. Italian is a beautiful language and many visitors find themselves hypnotised by the sound.
The Climate
Italy has a very varied climate. In Summer, the Northern parts of Italy are warm with occasional rain. The central regions of Italy can become extremely warm during the Summer months. Most people tend to travel to Italy between June and August but infact, the best time to travel is between April and May and September to October when the weather is good and there are less tourists. Most Italians take their holiday in August and many shops and restaurants are closed during this period.
The Towns and Villages
Italy’s regions vary dramatically and you will find many beautiful main towns such as Rome, Florence and Venice in contrast to unspoilt medieval hilltop villages with stunning ruins and monuments waiting to be explored. Italy also has some of the most beautiful seaside resorts such as The Amalfi Coast and Sicily. All of the regions, of which there are 21 have their own language. Each is unique so you will never tire of sightseeing.
VILLAS
Italy Vacation Rental

| Ville Of The 2 Elisabette
in Italy |
| On a landscaped hill surrounded by 5 hectares of olive groves, the Villa of the 2 Elisabette (XVI and XVIII centuries) combines charm and authenticity
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| Villas from:E (EUR)
1490
to 1490
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| Villetta Mimma Vittoria
in Italy |
| The ideal touring base on Calabria’s Costa Viola. Villetta Mimma Vittoria - blissful villa rental in the Mediterranean.
"Handicap Accessible"
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| Villas from:$ (USD)
1186
to 1700
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| Oleander Villa
in Italy |
| Villa 42 kms north of Rome.Garden, 3 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms , living-room and kitchen both with fireplace. Connected to Rome centre by train.
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| Villas from:E (EUR)
900
to 900
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| Sardinia, Costa Smeralda, La Maddalena
in Italy |
| Villa in magnificent position, on the sea-side, private wharf and little bay. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, american kitchen, dining-room and patio in front of the sea.
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| Villas from:£ (GBP)
0.0000
to 1500
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| Castello Devachan - San Remo, Italy
in Italy |
| Luxurious apartment - in magical Castello - Sleeps 6. Vacation rental, seaside, beach, golf, fishing, Holiday Apartment in San Remo
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| Villas from:E (EUR)
1500
to 3999
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| La Favola Island Of Ischia
in Italy |
| VILLA LA FAVOLA on island of ISCHIA, near Capri,Sorrento;Amalfi,Positano,Pompei Etc. Terrace with fantastic Sea View overlooking Mediterranean Sea.
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| Villas from:E (EUR)
520
to 775
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| Glamorous Villa With Pool 8 Up To 22
in Italy |
| This Villa has a romantic park, a unique terrace, a large pool. Ideal for family reunion ,for special holiday with friends, or cozy wedding.
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| Villas from:E (EUR)
2750
to 5900
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| Villa Rocce - Enchantig Stone House With Pool
in Italy |
| Villa Rocce is a charmy house in a top hill in the well-known area of Todi ( the gree heart of Italy)
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| Villas from:E (EUR)
4900
to 5500
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| Agriturism I Mori Gelsi - Fattoria Spinola
in Italy |
| Very charming Farmhouse divided into 2 large independet apartments and its indep. cottage. Private fenced fully equipped garden with swimming pool.
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| Villas from:E (EUR)
830
to 980
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| Molin Del Resco - The Stable
in Italy |
| A renovated apartment in a 17th century watermill in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, only 35 km from Florence. Swimming pool + mountain stream.
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| Villas from:£ (GBP)
380
to 620
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| Villa Suso
in Italy |
| Three bedroom villa,European kitchen/lounge.Capacity 6 people, Verander front and back.Outdoor swimming pool 9 by 4metres
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| Villas from:£ (GBP)
350
to 750
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| Cottage Il Mirto
in Italy |
| Ideal for those that want get way from it all
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| Villas from:E (EUR)
630
to 1400
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| Villa Rental In Green Tuscany/umbria Italy
in Italy |
| On the Lake of Montepulciano, nearby Thermal bath, Siena, Perugia, Orvieto, Golf courses, important wine and food area
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| Villas from:E (EUR)
350
to 400
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| Medievil Apartment Overlooking Mediterranean
in Italy |
| A charming furnished apartment in the heart of the "borgo antico" overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and the port of Nettuno.
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| Villas from:E (EUR)
490
to 490
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| Cheap And Elegant Studio In Palermo Centre
in Italy |
| This bright studio, fully and elegantly furnished, is ideally located in the historical centre of Palermo, behind Politeama Theatre Square, and very well linked to airport and beach by bus service
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| Villas from:E (EUR)
256
to 312
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| Elegant Two-roomed Apartment In Palermo Centre
in Italy |
| This elegant apartment is ideally located in the historical centre of Palermo, behind Politeama Theatre Square, and very well linked to airport and beach by bus service
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| Villas from:E (EUR)
367
to 434
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| Casa Del Nespolo-itrealberi 100euro 1week A People
in Italy |
| Medlar House in Giardini Naxos Natural Park. Kitchen, bathroom, terrace. 2-4 people. 30m to Sea. View on Lemon Garden. Using Itrealberi(1000m) Garden
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| Villas from:£ (GBP)
300
to 300
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| Casa Del Mandorlo-itrealberi 100euro 1week 1people
in Italy |
| Almond House in Giardini Naxos Natural Park. Large for up to 6-8 people. Large terraces with great Sea and Park view. Rustic finishing touches.
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| Villas from:£ (GBP)
460
to 480
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| Casa Del Carrubo-itrealberi 100euro 1week A People
in Italy |
| Carob House in Giardini Naxos Natural Park. Large House for up 5 people, terraced with Sea and Park view. Many steps. 50 metres to Sea
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| Villas from:£ (GBP)
380
to 380
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| Casa Giaffreda
in Italy |
| Southern Italy paradise corner, between the green of the olive trees and the deep blue of Ionian Sea - connected with Brindisi airport, by Ryanair!
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| Villas from:E (EUR)
630
to 630
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