Italy Perfect’s Favorite Packing Essentials
June 11th, 2018We travel a lot throughout Italy finding and reviewing villas and apartments so have our packing systems down to a science. Here is our handy check list of small, essentials that will make your travels so much easier. ... Read More
Italy Packing Tips: My Favorite Purse for Travel is a Backpack
May 22nd, 2018Packing for a trip can be one of the most daunting aspects of travel planning. We’re often asked for advice on what type of purse to carry. Shoulder, cross body, tote bag, backpack? My vote is for a small, lightweight backpack. I’ve tried many different types of travel purses. It’s important to get it right ... Read More
Where to Stay in Florence
May 15th, 2018Florence is an intriguing small city, packed with wonderful thing to see, do, eat and drink. We recommend finding a vacation rental that you like and using that as your base to explore this fabled city. You really can walk to anywhere in the center, even with children. But if time and distance require, take ... Read More
Delicious Luxury in Venice – Grand Canal Apartments
January 23rd, 2018Guests love these three lovely apartments in a noble palazzo the heart of Venice. Recently renovated with fine taste that cheerfully combines antique heirlooms and bright modern touches. ... Read More
Magical Holiday Celebrations in Florence
November 13th, 2017Experience an enchanting holiday with friends and family in Florence where you can participate special holiday events, fine dining and the art and history of Florence. A family holiday while staying at an apartment in Florence allows people with different interests to head in different directions following their own stars, yet you come together for ... Read More
Favorite Easy Italy Souvenirs – from the Supermarket
October 31st, 2017You’ve had a wonderful vacation in Italy and at the end of your trip you suddenly realize that you need to bring back a little something for the neighbor who took in your newspaper and watered the plants, the friend who gave you a ride to the airport, your cleaning person, your hairdresser and the ... Read More
Shopping with a Florence Fashion Expert
September 19th, 2017Florence is a shopping mecca, famous for fine fashion, leather, scents, art, decorated wood, fine papers and shoes. But how do you know which retailers to trust, what price is right and what is good quality? You don’t! It’s embarrassing the number of times we (who have taken shopping trips to Florence since we were teens) ... Read More
Andrew Harper’s HideAway Report Recommends Italy Perfect!
August 14th, 2017We are thrilled to be recommended in the August 2017 issue of Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report, an ultraexclusive travel publication revered the world over for its travel wisdom and hotel reviews. The author of the article, “ The Enduring Pleasures of Rome” stayed in our gorgeous Rome Elegante apartment located in Rome’s enchanting Prati neighborhood. ... Read More
Driving in Italy: Most Requested Advice
July 18th, 2017We have put together some really helpful and practical advice of things you should know about driving in Italy in the blogs linked below. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions we get from our guests for our vacation rentals in Italy. What is it like driving in Italy? The roads are good and ... Read More
Day Trip from Rome? Four terrific destinations.
July 11th, 2017Exploring Rome can take a lifetime, but if you can carve out time to see what lies just beyond the city, here are some easy day trips from the Eternal City. You can reach most by train or bus, as well as by car and private driver, see suggestions at the end. ... Read More
5 Tips For Touring Churches in Italy
May 22nd, 2017Italy is rich with churches that, through the ages demonstrated the faith, the wealth and the creativity of Italy. Whether the church is a destination for you or an opportunity to sit and rest in quiet and, in the summer, in the cool, every church will have something to fascinate you. Everyone is welcome so don’t hesitate ... Read More