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For those who are planning their first trip where they will be staying in a vacation rental, I nearly always recommend that they go through a reputable villa/apartment rental agency. But with hundreds of them (possibly thousands) out there, especially on the Internet, how do you know how to choose a good one? No one knows more about villa rentals …
Truly Venice offers the finest selection of holiday rentals in Venice, Italy. Dream of Italy who book a Venice apartment online before March 20th get 1 night for free (on a minimum of 6 nights stay). Enjoy breathtaking Grand Canal views, relax in a hidden garden or admire from the rooftop terrace this magical city with Truly Venice! (This …
Camporsevoli is a unique hamlet in the heart of a peaceful and shaded countryside in the southernmost section of Tuscany, on the border with Umbria. The estate is within an hour’s drive from Siena, Pienza, Montalcino, Arezzo, Cortona, Perugia, and one and a half hours away from Florence, Rome or Assisi. Florence and Rome are also easy to reach via …
At Summer in Italy, we know you don’t just want to see Italy, you want to experience it! That’s why we have selected only the best variety of well-equipped vacation rentals. But we don’t offer just villas- we give you real service and advice, too! And when we say “real service and advice” we mean it! Jump to our Web …
Sant’Antonio is the oldest farm in the countryside around one of Tuscany’s most noteworthy towns, Montepulciano. Originally a 12th-century Franciscan monastery, Sant’ Antonio Country Resort enjoys an unparalleled location at the base of the ancient Etruscan sacred mountain Totona, allowing for cool breezes to keep the olives and farmland cool, even during the hottest hours of the day. Today, Sant’Antonio …
The latest James Bond movie, Quantum of Solace, premieres this month. This installment follows Daniel Craig’s Bond as he seeks revenge for his lover’s death by pursuing a ruthless businessman trying to take control of one of the world’s most important natural resources. Scenes for the film were shot all over Italy including in Lake Garda, Carrara, Siena. We’ve got …
As the owner of a small business, it is hard to get away from work — even in Italy. But if you have to work, can you find a much better spot than this? Photo taken at Fattoria del Gelso, the villa my friends Suzy and Bill recently purchased.
Our September issue, Dream of Italy’s Special Report: Villa Rentals II, provided tons of information on renting villas in Italy whether through an agency or a private owner. The New York Times today had a helpful addition to our own information – an article on skirting the pitfalls of private rentals with some mentions of particularly helpful Web sites. After …
In our Special Report: Villa Rentals II, villa rental expert Pauline Kenny details six tips for first- time renters. Here’s her #1 tip: Don’t go “off the beaten path” for your first trip. Stay somewhere central, like the Chianti region in Tuscany, the area around Montepulciano and Pienza in Tuscany, central Umbria or the Amalfi Coast. There will be more …
Whether you’re renting through an agency or directly from an owner, Guest Editor Pauline Kenny and I agree that the number one question to ask before you commit is: Is there someone we can call if there’s a problem in the villa or apartment? And that’s not a simple yes/no question. Be sure to follow up and find out: Where …
