Quality Villas Ltd, a luxury villa rentals agent have reported a large increase in sales to Tuscany, currently at 100% up on 2010 figures. As a whole the company has seen a resurgence in interest in Italy and France together, which is generally attributed to unrest in other destinations in the world at the moment (Tunisia, Egypt, Japan).
However, strategic positioning in the past 12 months have enabled the company to take full advantage of this interest including the release of a new website and larger, taster style brochure.
Average villa rentals are £4000 per week, which looks favourable against St Tropez for example, which records average rentals of £7000 per week, thus it can be suggested that Italy is still showing value for money at the higher end, although it is debatable if the products are comparable.
A typical villa in Tuscany could be Villa Angelica, near Volterra, sleeping 8, this property enjoys a private pool, air conditioning, spectacular views and is walking distance of local shops. Prices range from £2530-£4430 for the complete property per week.
Quality Villas is currently in its 25th year of business, still independant and family owned. Tel 01442 870055 or visit their website for more Italian villas.
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Tuesday 29 March 2011
A Perfect Italian Lakeside Holiday
Gorgeous Italian Lake Caldonazzo deserves an airing. The largest lake in Trentino offers waterskiing, sailing, windsurfing, peace, tranquility and of course, clusters of fabulous Italian villages perfectly set around the lakeside.
Everyone has heard of Lakes Garda, Como and Maggiore but we think Lake Caldonazza is worthy of much more publicity than it currently receives. The great news is that its off the main tourist trail and offers idyllic Italian picture postcard scenes year round.
The beautiful lakeside villages such as Caldonazzo, Calceranica al Lago, San Cristoforo, Ischia or Santa Caterina host mainly Italian holidaymakers (its one of their biggest secrets). Its for this reason that prices have remained moderate by Italian standards. The Dutch appear to make up the remainder of the tourist numbers.
The lake is home to a large variety of wildlife and fish species, including trout, perch and tench, making it very popular with fishermen. It is also possible to spot various species of birds of prey, especially in the afternoon hours.
There are also a number of camping areas around Lake Caldonazzo with families generally preferring to locate on the lake's southern section. Bathing is possible from June to September, when the lake waters are between a pleasant 20 and 24 degrees Celsius.
Its also great for hikers. A trip to the Rifugio Casarota – a refuge
run by the Alpine Club and situated at an altitude of 1,572 metres.
The route winds its way past the small church in Campregheri, then up a narrow country road and through a forest. In summer, temperatures can climb quite high but refreshments are available at the Al Bosco guesthouse. The climb to the refuge is steep and takes up to three hours but the trek is well worthwhile, not least just to sample the cooking talents of hut-keeper Goretta Zambon.
The panoramic view of the Valsugana valley with its lush green forests are fabulous, Lake Caldonazzo can also be seen glimmering in the distance.
Ask one of our ABTOI members for more information www.loveitaly.co.uk
Everyone has heard of Lakes Garda, Como and Maggiore but we think Lake Caldonazza is worthy of much more publicity than it currently receives. The great news is that its off the main tourist trail and offers idyllic Italian picture postcard scenes year round.
The beautiful lakeside villages such as Caldonazzo, Calceranica al Lago, San Cristoforo, Ischia or Santa Caterina host mainly Italian holidaymakers (its one of their biggest secrets). Its for this reason that prices have remained moderate by Italian standards. The Dutch appear to make up the remainder of the tourist numbers.
The lake is home to a large variety of wildlife and fish species, including trout, perch and tench, making it very popular with fishermen. It is also possible to spot various species of birds of prey, especially in the afternoon hours.
There are also a number of camping areas around Lake Caldonazzo with families generally preferring to locate on the lake's southern section. Bathing is possible from June to September, when the lake waters are between a pleasant 20 and 24 degrees Celsius.
Its also great for hikers. A trip to the Rifugio Casarota – a refuge
run by the Alpine Club and situated at an altitude of 1,572 metres.The route winds its way past the small church in Campregheri, then up a narrow country road and through a forest. In summer, temperatures can climb quite high but refreshments are available at the Al Bosco guesthouse. The climb to the refuge is steep and takes up to three hours but the trek is well worthwhile, not least just to sample the cooking talents of hut-keeper Goretta Zambon.
The panoramic view of the Valsugana valley with its lush green forests are fabulous, Lake Caldonazzo can also be seen glimmering in the distance.
Ask one of our ABTOI members for more information www.loveitaly.co.uk
The Independent's Big Six in Sardinia
In case you didn't catch it at the weekend the Independent ran an article on luxury hotels in Sardinia, picking out 6 of the best. Included in the round up were Villa del Parco (Cagliari), La Casitta (Santa Maria Island), Faro Capo-Spartivento (Chia), Petra Segreta Resort (San Pantaleo) La Coluccia ( Santa Teresa di Gallura) & La Maddalena (Maddalena)
Read the full article here: http://goo.gl/r7tPd
Read the full article here: http://goo.gl/r7tPd
Monday 28 March 2011
Great news on flights to ITALY
Still thinking about booking a holiday to Italy? Here's some flight info that will help you get a handle.Sicily:
From 25 June, it will be easier to get to Catania, Sicily. Easyjet has introduced an extra service, making that 3 flights per week out of London Gatwick.
Juliet's Balcony?
Another new flight from London Gatwick to Verona will begin on 3 June. The flight will operate daily. http://www.easyjet.com/
Direct into Florence? Now there's more choice!
At last, CityJet Airlines has introduced a direct flight from London City airport to Florence. The flight operates six times a week (no Saturdays). http://www.cityjet.com/
Venice Alert
Its good news – Treviso Airport will be closed for improvements during June, July and August which means the Ryanair flights will be flying into Marco Polo Airport in Venice – much nearer and far more convenient.
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