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Abbadia San Salvatore
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Abbadia San Salvatore lies on the majestic mountain Monte Amiata. Today the town has a special atmosphere - magical and mysterious. And there is so much to see here and in the surrounding area that we would say it is one of the overlooked treasures of Tuscany.
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Casa La Vite
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Arezzo
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Many would insist that it is impossible to find a large interesting town in Tuscany with rich medieval and Renaissance remains not overrun by tourists. But you can, and it is called Arezzo.
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Agriturismo Ca' Lucano
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Casa Rossa
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Torre di Vignale
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Villa La Peschiera
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Villa Olivo
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Villino Alba
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Bagni di Lucca
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Apart from the many churches from different periods the town can also lay claim to one of the oldest casinos in the world, which is also where roulette made its debut.
Many of the villas and palaces of the town date back to the end of the 1700s when the town was one of Europe´s most famous and exclusive spa towns for the very wealthy. |
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Albergo Corona
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Hotel Regina
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Bolgheri
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Bolgheri is a small old romantic town in the hills south of Livorno, 2 km from the sea. |
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Il Casale Etrusco
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Campagnatico
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Another one of the many smaller quaint towns in the Tuscan Maremma, which it is hard to find in the guidebooks. |
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Santa Maria
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Capraia e Limite
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Capraia Fiorentina is definitely no big city, nor is it a well-known town, but its location is remarkable. |
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Tenuta Cantagallo
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Casciana Terme
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Casciana Terme lies south of Pisa in quiet and relaxing surroundings between Cascina and the river Era. The town is known for it spas situated in the centre of the town in a green park.
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Agriturismo Le Querciole
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Castellina in Chianti
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Castellina in Chianti is a charismatic town nestling in the hills between Florence and Siena. The town is in the middle of Chianti, which is well known for the production of its famous red wine. |
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Borgo Sicelle
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Castiglion Fiorentino
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Although these days everybody seems to have been to Tuscany and most have visited Florence, Lucca, Siena and Chianti, huge areas of the region remain quite unknown, not only to tourists generally but also to the Tuscans themselves. |
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Agriturismo Le Capanne
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Badia Roccavo
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Casale Vitiano
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Fonte Vinaglia
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Il Toppo
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La Casa in Collina
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La Collina dei Fiori
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Villa degli Olivi
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Castiglioncello
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Castiglioncello is a charming town along the Tuscan coast. It has a lively centre and small villas and bungalows built around its pinewoods. A feature of the town is the many green areas and the calm environment in the centre. |
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Hotel Baia del Sorriso
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Residence Mietta
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Cecina Mare
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Cecina Mare, also known as Marina di Cecina, is situated on the beach just 2 km from Cecina itself. The town lies on the coast south of Livorno, between a large pine forest and the range of foothills that gently climb towards Volterra. |
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La Cecinella
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Residence L'Aliante
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Stella Marina Residence
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Chianciano Terme
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Chianciano Terme is famed for its spas, and this is the reason for the enormous number of hotels in the town. |
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Molino delle Gualtiere
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Palazzo Bandino
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Chiusi
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In the most south eastern corner of Tuscany, a stone’s thrown from Umbria and Lazio, lies Chiusi, known to many only because this is where you change trains when travelling from Rome to Siena.
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Poggio Falcone
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Podere della Crocchia
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Civitella Val di Chiana
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It is one of the best-preserved of the network of Lombard fortresses of the 6th and the 7th century in central Italy, strategically placed to control the whole territory. |
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La Quiete
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Colle Val d'Elsa
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Its location in the centre of Chianti makes Colle Val d’Elsa the ideal spot for those who wish to explore central Tuscany. The town is very picturesque and unbelievably tourist-free, considering it is situated just a few kilometres from the motorway which joins Siena and Florence. |
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Borgo Santinovo
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Corella
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The village is in the heart of the Tuscan landscape and consists of lots of old houses, and with the exception of a mini-market, there are almost no shops here. There is, however, plenty of peace and quiet. Down in the valley, you can take a refreshing dip in the River Sieve. |
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I Nidi di Belforte
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Cortona
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The cultural town of Cortona is packed with Renaissance architecture. Famous architects who have left their mark on this town include Francesco di Giorgio Martini and Giovanni Battista Infregliati (also called Cristofanello) and from the 15th century, Angelo and Francesco di Pietro and later Urbano da Cortona and Ciuccio di Nuccio as well as the architect Domenico Bernabei (also called Boccadoro). |
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Biancospino
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Borgo Antico
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Casa Casti
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Casa Silena
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Rosa dei Venti
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Villa Le Celle
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Villa Orto degli Olivi
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Villa San Biagio
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Figline Valdarno
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Figline is an old town in the valley between Florence and Arezzo.
The town centre was established in the period from the 13th to the 16th centuries. In the 13th century, construction of the town started with several churches. This was followed by the still visible town wall and then the larger manor houses. |
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Antica Taverna Casagrande
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Florence
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Florence is the capital of Tuscany and has been a cultural centre since the early Middle Ages. If you travel to Tuscany, you really should pay Florence a visit at some point: Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Uffizi Gallery, the churches Santa Maria Novella and Santa Croce, Palazzo Pitti and its exhibitions, the cathedral with Brunelleschi’s vault and Giotto’s bell tower... |
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2 Star hotels
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3 Star hotels
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4 Star Hotels
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Bed & Breakfast
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Hotel Cimabue
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Hotel Decó
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Hotel Le Due Fontane
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Hotel Malaspina
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Hotel River
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Apartments
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Fivizzano
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If you are coming from the beach in Liguria or from central Tuscany, where you can often feel suffocated by tourists, Fivizzano is soothing for the soul! |
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La Vecchia Canonica di Cotto
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Follonica
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Follonica is one of Tuscany’s (and Italy’s) favourite seaside towns. There is lots of entertainment, restaurants, shops and cafés, but there are surprisingly few tourists that venture ’so far down’ in Tuscany on their holidays. |
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Podere Il Martellino
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Gaiole in Chianti
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In the middle of picturesque Chianti, north east of Siena, lies Gaiole in Chianti.
The area is known for its world-famous wines, but as well as the numerous vineyards, you can find plenty of medieval castles and fortresses dotted about the landscape. |
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Castello di Spaltenna
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Greve in Chianti
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Many people believe there is a romantic and magical aura surrounding Greve in Chianti. This small town owes its reputation mainly to the fact that it is right in the middle of Chianti Classico and is one of the main producers of wine in the region. |
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Fattoria La Sala
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Lajatico
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Il Ragoncino
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Laterina
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Laterina is worth a visit because it is a charming town, which is also ideally located for outings to the rest of Tuscany (and Umbria and Lazio for that matter). |
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Borgo Santa Maria in Valle
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Le Piastre
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Case Cioni
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Loro Ciuffenna
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This charming town lies at the foot of the Pratomagno mountain chain where some of Tuscany’s best hams come from. The lovely River Ciuffenna flows picturesquely through the town giving it a refreshing atmosphere.
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Villa Fabbriola
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Lucca
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During the Lombard reign (6th –8th century) Lucca was the capital of Tuscany or, more strictly speaking, the seat of its duke. The town’s golden era was from the 11th to the 14th century when it was an independent city-state, with an influential banking community and silk trade. |
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Casa Colle Celestino
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Case I Peri
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Hotel San Marco
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Hotels
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Apartments
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In the countryside near Lucca
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Villa Borbone
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Villa La Volpe
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Lucignano
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Lucignano is not a famous or well-known Tuscan town. Paradoxically, everyone talks about the slightly dull Greve in Chianti, which is full to the brim with tourists leaving Lucignano as an undiscovered treasure to the vast majority. |
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Fattoria Sant'Andrea
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Villa Campoleone
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Villa Fosca
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Villa Le Rondini
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Villa Martina
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Villa Verde
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Marciano della Chiana
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The small and charming Marciano della Chiana offers all you could wish for in a Tuscan town. There are atmospheric cafés, a good restaurant, some shops and very few tourists, but it is VERY small! |
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Podere Caggiolo
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Marina di Bibbona
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Marina di Bibbona is Bibbona’s coastal town. The majority of the town has recently been purpose-built as a tourist resort, so you will find everything you need for a pleasant family seaside holiday here. |
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Residence Habitat
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Massa Marittima
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Massa Marittima is about 20 km from the beaches in Follonica, situated in the hills north of Grosseto. |
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Agriturismo Poggio Corbello
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Monte San Savino
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This beautiful medieval town lies in the hills between Arezzo and Siena. |
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Il Poggiolo
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Palazzolo Alto
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Villa Oleandri
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Villa San Lorenzo
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Montecatini Terme
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Locals pour in in the evenings to enjoy an ice cream on the main square or to walk down the main street and admire the art nouveau architecture of the town. In 1387 hot springs were discovered, and since then spas have flourished, particularly over the last 200 years. |
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Villa Le Ferrette
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Montepulciano
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Montepulciano is about 60 km southeast of Siena. The town is built on the crest of a hill 605 metres above sea level. The town is Etruscan in origin, but became an independent province in the fourteenth century.
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Le Colombelline
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Villa Poggiarone
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Villa Poggio Golo
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Montespertoli
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Montespertoli is in the hills about 25 km southwest of Florence. The closest train station is Castelfiorentino. The airports in Pisa and Florence are both perfectly situated for visiting this town. The town abounds with churches built between the 13th and the 16th century and there are also three small castles in the area. |
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Fattoria Poggio Capponi
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Villa Albertina
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Pelago
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Pelago is 20 km east of Florence, close to Pontassieve. It’s a charming little town that has always lived in the shadow of Florence. |
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Castello di Ristonchi
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Residence Villa Grassina
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Pisa
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Pisa is just a few kilometres from the wide beaches at Versilia, where the River Arno widens and flows out into the sea. |
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Hotel Ariston
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Hotel Terminus & Plaza
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Pistoia
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You are never completely finished with Tuscany, and year after year you can continue to discover new exciting sides of this fantastic region. But it’s amazing how few people know Pistoia and how few tourists visit the town. |
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Tenuta di Pieve a Celle
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Poggibonsi
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Poggibonsi does have its own history that dates back further than the Middle Ages to Roman times, but the majority of the town was built in the 60s and 70s with predictable architectural results.
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Fattoria Piecorto
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Pomaia
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Let’s just say this: Pomaia is a very small town! There are neither lots of shops or houses, in fact there is only one bar and a small grocery store. But luckily it’s not far from other towns, which can provide more facilities. |
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La Pieve di Pomaia
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Villa Irene
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Pomarance
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On the road between Volterra and Massa Marittima, which finishes at the coast, 60 km south of Pisa and 30 km west of Siena, lies Pomarance set amidst the hills. |
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Le Valli
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Radicofani
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From Mount Amiata to the Appennines, through Bolzena and past Lake Trasimeno you are in the midst of wild and untouched nature. The town lies on the top of a dramatic 896-metre high mountain, which is an ancient extinct volcano. |
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Podere Casano
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Rapolano Terme
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Rapolano Terme is a delightful sleepy town, where you the pace of life is sedate. |
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Aia Vecchia di Montalceto
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Il Molinello
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Villa Buoninsegna
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Villa Fornacino
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Riparbella
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With its beautiful location in the midst of hills, forests and streams, Riparbella has lots to offer if you want to go walking in untouched areas of astounding natural beauty. The town cannot be considered big, but there are several really good restaurants, as well as cafés and shops.
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Fattoria La Steccaia
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Podere La Pieve Vecchia
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Rosano sull'Arno
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There is an old convent in Rosano, and in the nearby Roman church you can see a crucifix dating from the 12th century. Here, you’ll also find some restaurants and some shops. |
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Fattoria di Castiglionchio
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San Casciano in Val di Pesa
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San Casciano in Val di Pesa is situated in the northwestern part of Chianti. With its stunning surroundings, it’s a great place if you want a holiday in the country. Here you’ll experience the magnificent Tuscan landscape as you see it in movies and on postcards. It’s quite simply picture-perfect! |
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Fattoria La Loggia
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San Gimignano
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The little town of San Gimignano has remained largely unchanged since the Middle Ages. |
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Cantine Cesani
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Casa Lari
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Fattoria Raccianello
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Hotel Sovestro
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San Giustino Valdarno
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San Giustino Valdarno lies in an idyllic river valley about 20 km from Arezzo and 65 km from Florence.
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Arcobaleno
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Ca' di Vestro
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Podere La Vigna
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San Godenzo
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The little border town of San Godenzo nestles high in the mountains between the Mugello and Casentino valleys. It is 400 meters above sea level so even in the hottest summer months you won’t experience the almost-unbearable temperatures of Florence. |
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Agriturismo il Colle
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Santo Pietro Belvedere
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Santo Pietro Belvedere has only around 100 inhabitants so this is not the village to go to find wild nightlife! |
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Tenuta Quarrata
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Villa San Giorgio
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Serravalle Pistoiese
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It does not take many minutes to see Serravalle Pistoiese’s entire historic centre, in fact you can walk it from end to end in two minutes flat! |
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Le Coloniche
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Siena
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centre of Siena is quite indescribable. Once you are through the old city gates you are met everywhere by reminders of times when neither electricity nor industry was available to the local inhabitants. Piazza del Campo with its town hall, the cathedral, Basilica di San Domenico, La Torre del Mangia and above all the streets and houses make an unforgettable impression on visitors. |
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Hotel Italia
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Hotels
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Il Casato
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La Prodaia
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Apartments
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Villa Agostoli
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Sinalunga
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For many people who enjoy the good life, the name Sinalunga is synonymous with the gourmet restaurant ”Locanda dell’Amorosa” just outside the town. Its fame is justified, the standards are extremely high and, according to Italian standards, so are the prices. |
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Fonte del Castagno
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Villa Infinito
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Stia
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The streets in the little town show no signs of tourism, but you can nevertheless – or perhaps because of this – find many good places to have a cup of coffee or a nice meal. |
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La Casa di Peter
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La Scatolaia
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Tirrenia
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Tirrenia is just a few kilometers from Pisa and Livorno. It has a wide beach with fine sand with a large pine forest leading up to it. |
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Residence Continental
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Residence Cosmopolitan Golf
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Torrita di Siena
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Its location in southwestern Tuscany, makes Torrita di Siena a good base if you are planning day trips to towns such as Montepulciano (10 km), Pienza (15 km) and Cortona (30 km). |
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Casa Bella
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Vada
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Vada is a small town on the Tuscan coast a few kilometres south of Livorno. It is renowned for its fine sandy beaches and great pine forest. |
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Gli Oleandri Residence
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Residence Delle Gorette
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Viareggio
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Viareggio is a popular beach destination for Italians and non-Italians alike |
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Esplanade Hotel & Residence
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Hotel Plaza & de Russie
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Volterra
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Volterra really should be mentioned alongside Florence, Siena, Lucca, San Gimignano and Pisa, because of its beautiful medieval and Renaissance heritage. This delightful town, with its winding network of streets and walkways, lies high in the hills providing magnificent views of the surrounding countryside. |
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Hotel San Lino
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Villa Opera
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Bibione
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Bibione is one of the best-known destinations in Italy partly because of its close proximity to Venice (90 km north east) and partly because of its wide beach with very fine sand. |
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Appartamenti Katja
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Residence Lia
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Residence Nettuno
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Bibione Lido del Sole
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Bibione Lido del Sole lies west of Bibione itself. All kinds of shopping is available in Lido del Sole and there are also several ice cream kiosks. It is quieter here than in the centre of Bibione. |
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Appartamenti Leopardi
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Brenzone
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Brenzone lies south of Malcesine and has just over 2000 inhabitants.
It is beautifully located with fantastic viewpoints. Brenzone offers plenty of scope for touring the mountains east of Lake Garda.
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Residence Club Gardablú
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Cittadella
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Hotel Roma
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Garda
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Garda is a magnificent town at the southeastern end of Lake Garda. There is a lovely promenade along the lake with just the right amount of restaurants and shops. |
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Hotel Marco Polo
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Park hotel Oasi
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Residence Parco del Garda
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Sporthotel Olimpo
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Lido di Jesolo
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Lido di Jesolo is known and loved by many holidaymakers. A visit here makes you realise why Italy is such a popular holiday destination, especially for young families. |
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Hotel Miami & Mini Miami
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Hotel Roby
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Hotel Vianello
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Residence Saint Nichola's
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Residence Santa Fé
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Longare
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Longare is perfectly located for outings to these two beautiful and interesting towns: Vicenza is just 10 km away and Padova is 30. In both Padova and Vicenza there are enough places of interest to fill several days with sightseeing. |
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La Casetta Blu
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Le Vescovane
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Malcesine
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Malcesine, with is medieval castle, Palazzo dei Capitani and its small cobbled streets, is one of the most charming towns on Lake Garda. |
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Hotel Malcesine
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Porto Santa Margherita
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This is a popular modern holiday town on the Adriatic coast. You can find a 50-metre pool, restaurants, pizzerias and lots of shops here. There are more shops in Caorle (3 km), where there is also an aqua park. Venice is just 50 km away. |
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Residence Florida
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Torri del Benaco
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Torri del Benaco is another historic town in the Lake Garda district. This ancient town is named after Benacus, which was also the original name of Lake Garda. |
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Hotel Internationale
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Venice
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Venice, or Venezia as the Italians call it, or Venexia as the Venetians call it, is an outstanding city for many reasons.
Just the fact that the city is built on massive poles, hammered into the soft subsoil, is enough to make it noteworthy. But Venice’s remarkable history spanning the centuries has resulted in a city full of extraordinary artistic treasures and stunning architectural treasures. |
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2 Star hotels
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3 Star hotels
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4 Star hotels
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Appartamento Fegalliano
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Bed & Breakfast
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Casa Mimma Bed & Breakfast
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Hotel Arlecchino
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Hotel Olimpia
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Apartments
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San Marco Palace
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Casa Xe Gradenigo
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Verona
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North meets south in Verona. Here you’ll find the split between southern oil and northern butter and here they can eat polenta instead of pasta. Verona was originally a Roman settlement that enjoyed the noble name “Urbs Nobilissima.” Under Julius Caesar, Verona became the northern gateway to the central Roman empire, and the very core of the Italian empire |
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Hotel Giberti
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Hotel Maxim
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Hotel Piccolo
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Hotel Porta Palio
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Opera performances
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Como
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Earlier, Como was famous for its many small silk manufacturers. Later, these many manufacturers were merged into larger companies, which can still today be found in the town. The industrial areas are south of the city, away from the lake, so fortunately there is still a charming lakefront with a beautiful promenade. |
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Hotel Como
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Desenzano del Garda
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Desenzano is a town with ancient roots and there was once a prehistoric village here. The town is still full of remains from the Roman era, including a Roman villa with multi-coloured mosaics. |
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Hotel Piroscafo
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Limone sul Garda
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Limone is one of the most beautiful towns on Lake Garda, with a lovely atmosphere and very hospitable locals. |
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Hotel La Limonaia
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Livigno
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Livigno is a modern ski resort in the middle of the Stelvio Nature Reserve. It has a high altitude and you are almost always guaranteed snow. The closed off valley suffered from a stagnant economy until the area was declared a duty-free zone under Mussolini’s fascist government. |
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Baita Molin
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Villa Genf
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Milan
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The city is renowned for its fashion houses and catwalks, which are comparable to those in Paris and New York, and also for its two football clubs, Milan and Inter. |
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Hotel Antares Concorde
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Hotel Cristoforo Colombo
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Hotel Felice Casati
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Hotel La Residenza
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Hotel Mediolanum
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Hotel Mennini
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Hotel Ritter
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Sirmione
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Sirmione is on the tip of the Benaco peninsula, at the southernmost end of Lake Garda. The historic centre is delightful with narrow streets, aristocratic houses and small piazzas, but be prepared to meet other tourists. |
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Hotel Meridiana
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| Lazio
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Acquapendente
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The area of modern Acquapendente was settled by Etruscans and Roman times, as findings have showed. |
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Agriturismo Cerqueto
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Fattoria Palluccaro
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Anzio
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Ever since ancient times Anzio has been known as the holiday spot with beautiful beaches and surroundings, not too far from Rome. Anzio offers plenty of shopping as well as sporting facilities, cafes and restaurants. |
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Residence Elianto
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Rome
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Italy’s capital city – once called caput mundi (head of the world) – is an outstanding city with a comfortable climate and a multitude of fantastic attractions, including the city’s many squares, impressive monuments and marvellous fountains. |
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2 Star hotels
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3 Star hotels
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4 Star hotels
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Appartamento Governo Vecchio
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Appartamento Santo Spirito
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Aurelia Residence
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Bed & Breakfast
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Casa Cappellari
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Casa Frattina
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Casa San Lorenzo
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Dimora Crociferi
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Dimora Governo Vecchio
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Dimora Monte Brianzo
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Hotel Alexandra
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Hotel Capitol
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Hotel Giolli Nazionale
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Hotel Mozart
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Hotel Tritone
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Apartments
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Nuovo Hotel Quattro Fontane
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Pozzo delle Cornacchie
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San Pietro Bed & Breakfast
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Terrazza Biscione Penthouse
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Terrazza del Corso
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Vicolo del Canale
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Villa Giardino del Lago
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Terracina
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Terracina on the west coast is approximately an hour’s drive south of Rome. The town has thriving arts and crafts, and fishing industries. However, increasing numbers of tourists interested in seeing the Roman ruins and rustic farm buildings, are making their way to Terracina. |
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Grand Hotel Palace
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| Marche
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Apecchio
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Apecchio is known for its mild climate, which attracts plenty of tourists. |
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Agriturismo Ca' Cirigiolo
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Agriturismo Chignoni
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Cagli
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During the ages several noble families have lived in Cagli. Unfortunately the many old palaces, churches (18 in total) and the town’s theatre are not in equally good states of repair. However, work has started on the restoration work of all these old treasures. |
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Ca' le Suore
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Casale Torre del Sasso
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Piobbico
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The town of Piobbico lies in a fertile valley between Mount Nerone and Mount Mondiego. |
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Agriturismo Ca' Licozzo
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Porto Recanati
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Residence Villa Al Conero
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| Liguria
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Andora
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Villaggio Colombo
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Borgio Verezzi
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The town lies slightly inland from the coast and the old town centre is charming. Apart from the main street the centre of the town is closed to traffic. |
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Residence Le Saline
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Residence Villa Gloria
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Ceriale
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On the coast between Albenga and Loano is the old harbour town of Ceriale. Ceriale has been under both Roman and Genoan rule at different times in its history and was once even invaded by Algerian pirates. |
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Residence Oliveto
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Chiesanuova
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The tiny town of Chiesanuova, which consists of a few houses and a lovely little church, is situated in the mountains above Levanto and about 5 km from the coast. There is a fantastic view over the surrounding mountains from the town. |
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Casa Campagnola
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Diano Marina
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Diano Marina is a quaint little seaside town, best known for its beautiful beaches, lush surroundings and pleasant climate. |
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Residence Orchidea
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Genoa
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Genoa’s status as Italy’s largest port has been cultivated for centuries. Even back in the 12th century, Genoa counted itself amongst the proud Italian maritime republics, and the town’s merchants made enormous fortunes from trading in the Mediterranean. |
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Hotel Metropoli
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Lavaggiorosso
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Lavaggiorosso is in the mountains behind Levanto amidst dramatic countryside with wild forests, groves of olive trees and vineyards. From here, it’s only a few kilometres to the great beaches and buzzing nightlife of Levanto. |
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Atlantico
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Chiaro di Luna & Raggio di Sole
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Dimora Tiziano
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Il Pacifico
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Levanto
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Levanto is situated on the eastern part of the Italian Riviera and makes a great base for a visit to the Cinque Terre nature reserve. |
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Appartamenti Planet
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Appartamento Ambra
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Appartamento Cinema Paradiso
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Appartamento Margherita
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Appartamento Otello
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Casa Mediterraneo
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Residence Magnolia
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Villa Mandola
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Loano
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Residence I Cormorani
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Pietra Ligure
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Pietra Lagure is ideal for the perfect family holiday. There is a wonderful beach and a fantastic atmosphere, particularly in the evening after a day full of sun, sand and relaxation. |
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Residence dei Fiori
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Residence Perla Marina
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Residence Sant'Anna
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Punta Mesco
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From Punta Mesco there is an incredible view to the east over the coast of Cinque Terre, and to the west of Levanto. The area is glorious and perfect for a relaxing holiday. |
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Casa Sunset & Aurora
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San Bartolomeo al Mare
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Residence La Meridiana
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| Campania
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| Campania signifies beauty, drama, history, culture as well as sunshine and sea; the beautiful Amalfi coast decorated with the classical towns of Ravello, Amalfi and Positano; the Sorrento peninsula with views over the bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius guarding the landscape and, in spite of its powerful force, not deterring the locals from occupying its fertile slopes. |
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Casalvelino
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The town is beautifully situated in picturesque and green surroundings.
The area is still untouched by mass tourism and therefore appears authentic, unspoiled and different. |
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Agriturismo Zio Cristoforo
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Cetara
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Cetara is on the road between Salerno and Amalfi on the Amalfi coast, at the foot of the Falario Mountain. This picturesque fishing village fans out across a deep valley along the coastline, surrounded by vineyards and lemon groves.
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Casa Generosa
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Dimora Arabesco
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Dimora Pappalardo
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Terrazza Punzi
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Gaiano di Fisciano
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Azienda Agricola Barone Antonio Negri
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Massa Lubrense
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In the hills high above the Amalfi coast and the Gulf of Salerno, lies Massa Lubrense. From here, you can enjoy the peace as you look across to Capri and the azure blue sea. |
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Casa Titigliano
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Minori
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Minori is the only town on the picturesque Amalfi coast with authentic sandy beaches. |
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Torre Paradiso
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Naples
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This city, which is also referred to as the capital of Southern Italy, contains sights for everyone, and is particularly fascinating because of its lively, and at times, chaotic street life, which gives the city a really special atmosphere. |
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Hotel Cavour
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Hotel Mercure Garibaldi
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Hotel San Giorgio
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Palinuro
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From Palinuro we recommend the following excursions:
- The Cilento National Park
- Paestum
- Marina di Camerota
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Villa Mirella
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Scala
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Approximately 1 km from Ravello is the atmospheric town of Scala, surrounded by chestnut trees and fruit orchards. The town has a fascinating history and an excellent choice of shops and restaurants. The location is ideal for excursions to other towns on the coast, including Amalfi, Ravello and Positano. |
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Albergo Zi 'ntonio
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Sorrento
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Famous for its art, poetry, literature, music, dance (tarantella) and first class cuisine (pizza and pasta) Sorrento is one of the most recognized coastal destinations in the world, and the town offers excellent relaxation and calm surroundings.
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Residence Tasso
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| Sardinia
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Alghero
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Alghero, on the northwest coast of Sardinia, is one of the prettiest and most interesting towns on the island. |
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Hotel Punta Negra
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Isola Rossa
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Isola Rossa is the perfect holiday resort for families and couples looking for beautiful and relaxing surroundings. Artists and photographers can also find inspiration here because of the stark contrast between the crystal blue sea, the red granite the town is based on and the green hills, which tower above in the background. |
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Villa Serreri
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Villa Vannina
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Porto Rotondo
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Il Borgo di Punta Marana
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Residence Stella di Gallura
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San Teodoro
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This is where you’ll find some of Sardinia’s most beautiful beaches, making it a favorite tourist destination.
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Approdo Verde
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Hotel Club L' Esagono
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Residence Le Terrazze
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Residence Li Menduli
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Residence Oasi
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Residence Stella Marina
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| Sicily
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Sicily offers sights and experiences to suit all tastes. Wonderful scenery, the inviting sea and beaches and towns with fascinating historical remains from the Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Arab, Norman and Spanish periods in Sicily.
The amazing weather, olive groves, almond trees, the smell of orange flowers and jasmine also play their part in making Sicily a sensory and wonderful experience. |
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Borgo San Gregorio
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The little fishing village of Borgo San Gregorio is idyllically situated on the northern shores of Sicily. It consists of a few fishermen’s cottages occupied by the locals. |
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Alloggio Corallo
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Appartamento Conchiglia
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Casa Cappa
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Casa Stella Marina
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Mansarda Gambero
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Pergola Spigola
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Studio Anemone
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Terrazza La Perla
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Terrazza sul Mare
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Capo d'Orlando
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Capo d’Orlando offers no ancient ruins, medieval churches or Baroque palaces. Instead you find a well-run town with a pulsating nightlife and everything you could want for a longer stay in Sicily. |
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Chalet Tartufo
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Residence Ansá
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Castell' Umberto
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In the Nebrodi mountains on the road from Capo d’Orlando to Randazzo and Mount Etna you find Castel’Umberto. The northern shores are approximately 25 minutes drive away and it takes an hour to drive to the slopes of Mount Etna. |
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Casa Surfinia
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Castellammare del Golfo
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Castellammare del Golfo is wonderfully positioned in a bay approx. 65 km west of Palermo. Earlier it was an important centre for tuna fishing but today it is known for its beautiful location. |
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Appartamento Pescatore
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Catania
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Catania is the second largest city in Sicily. It lies at the southern foot of Mount Etna, the so-called friendly volcano, which can be seen from all over the city. |
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San Demetrio Hotel
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Erice
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Erice is a peaceful and charming town about 800 metres above sea level, with a wonderful medieval atmosphere. Wandering around the town makes you almost feel that you have time traveled to another era. |
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Hotel Moderno
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Gliaca di Piraino
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La Terrazza Ardesia
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Mirto
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Casaletto degli Aranci
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Noto
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Noto is a very special town. Where the majority of historical Italian towns bear witness to the changing styles of the centuries with the accompanying jumble of public buildings and private dwellings, Noto offers something quite different. |
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Villa Ambra Bed & Breakfast
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Palermo
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The town is fascinating and there is lots of evidence of its fantastic history and glory days. If you walk round the streets, there are lots of interesting things to see, and a surprising variety of architectural styles. |
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Hotel Vecchio Borgo
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Sampieri
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Sampieri is beautifully situated in southeastern Sicily. There’s a gorgeous long wide beach here where the sand is as golden and as fine as the desert, and the water gets deep very gradually. The town is both relaxed and atmospheric.
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Appartamenti Sant' Elena
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Casa in Pietra
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Casa La Pergola
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La Casa delle Zie
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Villa Antonia
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Scafa Alta
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Scafa is on the road between Borgo San Gregorio by the beach and the old town of Naso in the Nebrodi mountains. No matter where you are in Scafa, the views over the sea and the Aeolian islands are stupendous. |
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Villa Carla
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Villa Cucinotta
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Sciacca
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Sciacca is located on the south coast of Sicily between Agrigento and Selinunte. Both places are famous for their archaeological wonders. |
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Le Case nel Verde
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Syracuse
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Syracuse was once one of the most important towns in the western world - a cultural and commercial centre for the flourishing civilization in the Mediterranean region. Artists and scientists who lived and worked here included Dionysius and Archimedes. |
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Alla Giudecca
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Hotel Gutkowski
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Taormina
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Taormina is situated on the picturesque mountain slopes of Sicily’s east coast. From the town, you have spectacular views across the Messina Straits as well as of the mighty volcano Etna.
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Grande Albergo Capotaormina
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Hotel Bay Palace
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| South Tyrol
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Alba di Canazei
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Alba is the last town but one in Val di Fassa and forms part of the skiing area generally known as Canazei. The three towns of this area are Campitello, Canazei and Alba, and they are within 4.3 km of each other. It only takes 6 minutes to drive from Alba to Campitello. |
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Marmolada Studios
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Arco
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Arco is a very pretty little town situated only a few km north of Riva. It does not front Lake Garda, but its location is perfect for excursions and trips in the area. |
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Residence Villa Italia
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Canazei
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Canazei is the last but one town in the Fassa valley quite close to Campitello and Alba di Canazei. The town consists of narrow quaint streets that run past old farmhouses, modern hotels and interesting shops. There are a number of activities on offer in the town as well as a lively nightlife.
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Casa Anny
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Villetta del Lip
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Carano
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Carano is a small village and today it has more or less merged with Cavalese.
You reach Carano by taking the Brenner motorway to Ora and turning off towards Cavalese |
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Club Residence Centro Vacanze Veronza
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Riva del Garda
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This town is known as Lake Garda’s northern treasure. The town has been inhabited since prehistoric times and still bears signs of the Roman era. Today the town is the biggest on the northern coast of the lake and as well as being a tourist magnet, has its own active business life.
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Residence Monica
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| Umbria
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Orvieto
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Orvieto lies on a rocky plateau north of Rome. Because of its location on an remote cliff face, the town has developed peacefully, and over the past 3,000 years, there has been so much construction that the town today consists of several layers. |
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Casa Bassa
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Solomeo
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Agriturismo Il Mandoleto
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Umbertide
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Umbertide’s rich history goes back to the time before Christ. However, it wasn’t until the 12th century that the town began to look like it does today in the small historic town centre. |
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Agriturismo Nestore
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| Piedmont
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Moretti
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What Moretti lacks in size and action (there is neither much in the way of nightlife nor much of cultural interest on offer) it more than makes up for with its peace, quiet and natural beauty. |
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Albergo Moretti
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Stresa
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Since the late 19th century Stresa has been famous for its picturesque scenery and charming atmosphere. The town is just opposite the Borromeo islands in the middle of Lake Maggiore’s west coast.
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Hotel Flora
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| Island of Elba
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| Elba has 147 km of coastline and is known for its mild Mediterranean climate. The scenery is unbelievably varied with romantic fishing villages, ancient forts and castles, and small villages glued to the mountainside on the island. Naturally the island also enjoys many lovely beaches and a crystal clear sea. It only takes a few minutes to get from the cliffs by the sea to the 1000 m high Mount Capanne. |
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Bagnaia
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Bagnaia is situated a few kilometers east of Porto Ferraio. It is surrounded by green hills on one side and the sea on the other. If you are interested in sailing we recommend you drop anchor and go exploring in the idyllic surroundings. |
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Sant'Anna del Volterraio
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Lido di Capoliveri
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The town of Capolivieri is a few kilometres south of Portoferraio on the island’s southernmost coast. There is a wonderful beach by the town with all manner of outdoor activities. |
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Residence Villa Rosi
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Marina di Campo
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Marina di Campo nestles in a bay on the island’s southern coast. On the beach you can hire small boats, sun umbrellas and do all sorts of sporting activities, such as windsurfing, volleyball and kayaking. |
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Campo Blu Residence
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Morcone
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Morcone has an idyllic location on the island’s southernmost tip and it is renowned for its wide white sandy beach. You can go trekking in the area and feast your eyes on the same view that met Napoleon at the beginning of the 19th century. |
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La Turistica
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Porto Azzurro
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Porto Azzurro means azure blue sea in Italian, and not without good reason!
The town is on the western coast hidden in a narrow cove and is famous for its beach with wonderful rock formations combined with the white sand. |
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Residence Elba VIP
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Residence Reale
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| Emilia-Romagna
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Bologna
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Bologna is the main city in Emilia-Romagna and lives up to its heritage better than most. The city can be traced back to the Etruscans who governed the Italian peninsula between approximately 800 BC to 200 BC. Later the city came under Roman rule and many remains from this period are still intact.
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Hotel Best Western Re Enzo
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Hotel Europa
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Hotel Regina
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Hotel Touring
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Cattolica
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Cattolica is a bustling seaside town. There is a lively English subculture here with lots of pubs and a large concentration of British residents and visitors. |
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Residence Kenzia
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Cesenatico
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Cesenatico is a lovely town, with a small yet active fishing harbour, which distinguishes it from many of the other seaside towns along this coast as it means that the town is not totally dependent on tourism. |
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Residenza Sport
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Residenza Valverde
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Lido Adriano
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There are some long, child-friendly beaches here, but you can also spend your time doing more than just sunbathing. In the neighbouring town of Ravenna, which is world-famous for its mosaics, you can go on a 2-week mosaic course in an international school. |
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Appartamenti Belvedere
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Riccione
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Riccione seems more open and low-rise than Rimini, which has higher-rise buildings and is very densely populated. In the past, Riccione was a very popular holiday destination for Norwegians and Swedes. |
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Residence Manuela
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Rimini
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Today there is lots going on in Rimini. It’s a large seaside resort, which has a lovely historical centre, an active fishing port, several kilometres of beautiful beaches, loads of shops, restaurants and bars, as well as famous and very popular nightclubs. |
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Residence Litoraneo
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Residence Parioli
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Residence Villa dei Pini
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| Friuli
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Lignano
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Lignano is known for its good, wide beaches and its lovely pinewoods. The town has modern facilities and a relaxing, family-oriented atmosphere. Besides facilities for tennis, horse riding and golf, there is a water park and a zoo with more than 2,000 animals – a delight for the youngest tourists. |
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Residence Gardenia
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Residence Meridiana
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Residence Tartana
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Villa Fidia
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Palazzolo dello Stella
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This town lies inland at the delta of the Marano lagoon. The whole area is reclaimed seabed, so it’s completely flat. On the surrounding farmland, the locals grow grapes for wine and a variety of other agricultural products. |
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Tenuta Regina
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| Apulia
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| Apulia is also home to an invaluable treasure trove of churches and castles dating back to the time when the Normans and their successors, the Hohenstaufens, ruled the country. In other parts of the world these magnificent buildings would be considered outstanding, but here they can be seen frequently and don't attract too much interest. |
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Alberobello
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The name of the town ”the beautiful tree” originates from Sylvae Arbris Belli and refers to the large oak woods, which once covered the whole region. Alberobello is quite unique. Although the town is small, approx. 9000 inhabitants, the image of the town is characterized by the Trullo, a typical type of house for the area. The town has more than 1500 trullos! |
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Trullidea
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| Calabria
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| Calabria is one of the most beautiful regions in Southern Italy and can offer the visitor tall mountains, forests, superb sandy beaches with crystal clear sea and small interesting towns in an untouched landscape. |
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Ciminà
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Agriturismo 'a Sena
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Locri
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Locri’s roots go right back to the 7th century before Christ, when Greek invaders founded a colony in southernmost Italy. Today you can find excavations and artefacts from the town’s golden age in and around the town. Furthermore, the town makes an excellent base for exploring this little known and less visited part of Italy. |
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Residence Gnura Momma
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| Aeolian Islands
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| The Aeolian islands consist of seven small volcanic islands beautifully located a short distance from the north coast of Sicily. The islands are peaceful and constitute a wonderful natural paradise with more than 5000 years of cultural history. The Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Arabs and Normans have all left their mark on the islands. |
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Volcano Island
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This island with its smoking volcanic pools and bubbling sludge resembles a relic from some distant past. The impressive crater rises 386 meters, and can be easily and safely viewed from the top where you can see the two harbours to the east and west. |
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Hotel Orsa Maggiore
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| Basilicata
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| Basilicata is squashed in between the regions of Campania, Calabria and Apulia. It is one of the least visited areas in Italy. Much of the region is mountainous with far between the villages and towns. |
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Bernalda
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Bernalda is situated 40 km from Matera and the town’s well-known Sassi.
Today town mostly lives from agriculture. On its 123 km² of land they grow tobacco, wine and oranges, which are often processed by local companies.
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Masseria Cardillo
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Montescaglioso
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Montescaglioso is situated on the top of a hill (352 m above sea level) with a view across the Bradano Valley. |
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L'Orto di Lucania
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Venosa
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Agriturismo La Maddalena
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| Aosta
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| At the same time Aosta is full of historic sights. A number of interesting castles are located in the green valleys from where events of the area were controlled in the past. |
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Saint Nicolas
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Saint Nicolas is another town in the Aosta valley, and high above it is the town of Vens where you’ll find the Hotel Vagneur. |
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Appartamenti Grand Sarriod
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Hotel Vagneur
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