Venice

Venice, the most popular destination in Veneto, is built on over 122 islands in a shallow lagoon. The immense wealth of architectural, artistic and cultural heritage here means that a city break to Venice staying in a My Perfect Villa or Self Catering Apartment Venice can last a weekend or many months, and still there will be much left to see. For art lovers, the frescos and architecture of Padova and Treviso will add to the fine examples seen from a holiday villa in Venice. The mountains at Belluno and the National Park of Belluno Dolomites are a timeless attraction where you will be amazed and relaxed in equal measures.

In the winter, Belluno and Nevegal offer some fantastic skiing with un-crowded pistes. Venice is a wonderful place to get lost for a day, and there are plenty of things to do in Venice. Every turn brings you to a new backstreet, where more likely than not you will discover art or a magnificent nobles villa, built in Venice by a famous architect, designed to show wealth and extravagance!

A gondola trip is quite expensive, but must be done to complete any Venice holiday, but a cheaper way to get around the cities 150 canals is by the Vaporetto, a water bus taking in many of the main sights of Venice including the Grand Canal and the upbeat bar and restaurant sector around Campo di Santa Margarita. The Rialto Bridge is the oldest bridge spanning the Grand Canal. It is located approximately half-way along the canal at the point where it makes a virtual 90 degree turn around the San Polo district. 

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Umbria

Umbria self-catering villas are located in a small region in central Italy, with Perugia as its capital. Umbria is a mountainous region, and famous for well preserved hilltop towns, and beautifully hand crafted ceramics. It is a lush area, and many of the Umbria villas and luxury apartments have outstanding gardens growing produce available at the local markets so prepare to eat well, even on a self-catering holiday!. Umbria remains a tranquil, relaxing, un-crowded haven. A rented villa in Umbria gives the freedom to soak in the culture, relax and sample some of the best food in Italy, with the flexibility and privacy needed to really enjoy and discover Umbria at your own pace.

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Amalfitana

There are many reasons to choose to holiday to the Amalfi Coast. The beautiful beaches, amazing views, fabulous restaurants and important architectural and historical sites are just a few examples  as well as the wide range of private self-catering apartments and luxury villas for the perfect holiday.  The Amalfi Drive is 48 km of coastal road that has oft been featured in many movies. The drive provides amazing views, but its twists and turns are not for the faint of heart.  Ischia and Capri guard the mouth of the Bay of Naples, Italy, with one on either end. Whilst they are geographically pretty similar, there are marked differences between the two. Ancient walls and houses cling impressively to shear cliffs which drop straight into the sea, which gives the islands a timeless appeal.  Ischia is the larger of the two islands, and there is a great choice in self-catering apartments tucked away on the hillsides with excellent views and private villas with pools that that your holiday in Ischia will be a memorable and relaxing experience!

 
Ravello is a beautiful town on the Amalfi Coast perched high above the coast.  A self-catering apartment or villa in Ravello offers its guests some of the finest views in the whole of Campania.  Ravello has become very popular with honeymooners, as there is an unavoidable sense of natural beauty and peace throughout the town. The two large botanical gardens, Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo are marvels of tropical vegetation, offering stunning views over the Mediterranean as well as a delightfully peaceful place to walk. There are a huge number of routes throughout the Campanian countryside and along the Amalfi Coast, and there are plenty of fantastic bars, restaurants and cafes in which to find some refreshment after long hours in Ravello walking.

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Tuscany

Known for its landscapes and its artistic legacy, Tuscany is considered the most beautiful regions in Europe for a holiday home. Visitors come to Tuscany for many reasons, many come to marvel at the art and others choose to explore the countryside with its traditional Tuscan holiday homes. Nothing can make one feel more like a Tuscan local than sitting out on the balcony of your Tuscan holiday villa to see the sunset. Summer visitors staying in self-catering holiday rental, homes, and villas can enjoy the coasts and islands throughout Tuscany.

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Puglia

Puglia (or Apulia), is a gastronomic honey pot. 70% of Italy’s fish, olive oil and pasta all comes from this region, which is enough of an excuse alone to take a holiday rental in Puglia! Puglia is a dramatic land of natural beauty too, with stunning views offered from the majority of Puglia's holiday villas and apartments.

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