Archive for 'Florence'

Spring through to early summer is a gorgeous time of year to visit Florence. Not only have the larger tourist crowds yet to descend on the city, leaving you not only with less time spent in queues and more time to explore the Birthplace of the Renaissance, but the temperatures are rising while weather conditions remain mild enough to dart all over the place as much as you want comfortably. Furthermore, the great architectural gems and sweeping vistas over the skyline and beautifully preserved historic centre are that much lovelier once the city begins to bloom... So, book your villa in Florence for a spring break or early summer getaway and come discover the city at its prettiest and the gardens that make it all the more charming...

Have you been dreaming about a vacation in Tuscany? Well, now is a perfect time to plan a trip as many new direct flights to the region have been added!

Traditionally, many choosing to holiday in the area had to fly into Bologna but Pisa and Florence are actually the two major international airports within the region itself and might be more convenient arrival points depending on where you will be staying. Thankfully, however, there are increasingly more and more direct routes opening to these two regional airports so if you want to plan a trip, you’ll have more options available to you. Book your villa in Tuscany and you’ll be able to easily organise your arrival thanks to these new direct flights...

If you search the question, “What are the top things to do in Tuscany?” you are sure to get endless answers depending on who is providing the response and both their and your own interests. However, while there are lots of incredible things to see and do in the region, there are some commonly held must-see attractions and sights. Book your villa in Tuscany with us and then put a dent in some of these bucket list attractions. 

Tip: Looking for more niche sights or things to suit your specific taste while enjoying one of our holiday rentals in Tuscany? Well, then browse further on our blog as we have endless guides, lists, spotlights on lesser-known attractions, and more...

As we settle well into a new year, many might be thinking ahead to their next great getaway in 2026. If you have been considering a stunning villa in Tuscany for your trip and you wanted help finding the perfect one, then you could always browse our listings or contact us and allow our team of seasoned villa experts to help you find a great fit. However, if you wanted to hear directly from our customers about some villas that they think are truly top-class, then discover these vacation rentals in Tuscany that received 5-star reviews recently and why they are extra-special gems...

As summers continue to get warmer and warmer, many travellers who are planning a vacation during the season are thinking ahead of their trips in order to ensure their comfort and safety. This can mean considering your location and choosing a date earlier in the summer or in early autumn to avoid the worst of the heat if necessary. It can mean planning your itinerary of visiting attractions and scheduling certain activities around the temperatures throughout the day. It can guide how and what you pack. Certainly, it will inform the vacation rental that you choose and the amenities that you prioritise – especially air-conditioning!