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There's nothing like an Italian lakes holiday by the glorious Italian lakeside and these lakes and mountains holidays are becoming more popular. Italian lakeside vacations are all the rage in the UK. Everyone wants to catch a save glimpse of the spectacular scenery that the northern Italian lakes offer. So take your pick of either, Lakes Garda, Como, Orta or Maggiore. Or you can just visit them all.   Every lake has something special to offer its tourists from luxurious accommodations to fun activities you can join in. But if serenity is what you seek then you can lounge by the lakeside and take in its amazing views. But if you're up for some fun, jump in the water and take part in some water sports.  Going around the lakeside is not a problem especially since there a lot of available ferries or steamboats that can take anywhere around the area. Take the time to admire the scenery as you cruise along. A vacation is not complete with a taste of the nightlife and some hotels in the area offer some unique lakeside entertainment.   The Italian lakeside is the perfect place for a getaway where you can take a load off and soak yourself in the beautiful views. You can enjoy a meal with a lakeside backdrop. You can also take part in some fun water sports. But if you prefer to take it simple, just walking around will make you realize that it was all worth it.  

The Sites of Sorrento    Welcome to Sorrento, a quaint sleepy town of 16,500 people located in Campania at the heart of Southern Italy.  This popular vacation spot is accessible through the historic city of Naples and the partly buried Roman city of Pompeii.  Sorrento is in fact a peninsula that stretches its way toward the sprawling bay of Naples that provides magnificent views of the area. 

The beauty of the city begins with its scenic location which is atop the most amazing seaside cliffs where you have a choice of four to five star accommodations all providing fantastic views that attract popular visitors and curious travelers alike. 

In Sorrento, you can lose yourself with its beautiful landmarks starting with the Cloisters in the church of San Francesco, the historic Museo Correale di Terranova and the magnificent Duomo of the city.  But if you're up for a little bit of adventure, you can check out the places outside the city's walls and visit Capri, Ishchia and the famous Mount Vesuvius in the neighboring city of Pompeii.  You will need more than a week to take in the sites of Sorrento because this city offers its tourists a flurry of interesting places to see.

  To make the most out of the Sorrento holiday experience, get a pre-packaged vacation that includes tours and accommodations or get yourself a reliable travel agent.  This will give you some much needed time to relax and allow yourself to be captivated by the spectacular sites of Sorrento.

Exploring Cattolica For a taste of simple Italian living, Cattolica is the perfect place to escape and experience the easy life while relaxing and enjoying the beautiful views. You'll find this quaint fishing town in a small bay along the coast of the Adriatic Sea. This city enjoys mild weather which sets the mood for some rest and relaxation.

It also offers an exciting nightlife around the area. Cattolica is a gateway to other Italian cities of Ravenna, Rimini, Urbino and the Republic of San Marino where you can take a quick trip via bus, car or train. In these places you can take your time to check out museums and shops or just stroll around and enjoy the sights. But if you want to experience true Italian living, Cattolica is where you want to be. While you're here, enjoy and take part in the city's festivals and events.

The best time to visit Cattolica is during the summer when you can experience the Folk Festival filled with music and fireworks. This is also the time to get a taste of Cattolica's cuisine with its famous grilled fish, which the fishermen will generously serve its guests.

Events to watch out for in Cattolica are the deep sea fishing and windsurfing competitions where tourists can join. An Italian holiday in Cattolica is perfect for families on a summer break. So make sure to book those travel packages early because tourists can't get enough of this city especially during the summer season.

Discovering the Italian Lakeside  In the north of Italy is a treasure trove of scenic lakes which are Lakes Garda, Maggiore and the famous Como and Orta.  Unique to all northern Italian lakes is the breathtaking views of its shorelines which are engulfed by majestic decorative gardens that can pass for a picture perfect postcard.  Lake Como is one of Italy's well known lakes and Europe's third largest and the deepest as well.  A visit to this lake will leave you mesmerized by its beauty. 

Lake Como is surrounded by magnificent mountains and thriving landscapes that make your visit unforgettable and worthwhile.    Extending its magnificence from the foot of the Alps and downhill towards the Dolomites is the largest of northern Italy's lakes, Lake Garda.  Its expansiveness creates a backdrop of spectacular sceneries which can be viewed along the lake's shorelines. 

But the best reason to visit this lake are the numerous lemon and olive farms surrounding the lake which produce Lake Garda's true scent.  It's truly a remarkable experience meant for everyone.   The shorelines of the Italian lakes are brimming with small quaint towns and villages that stretch from the Desenzano to the Cannero Riviera which makes creating the perfect Italian lake getaway a little bit more exclusive. 

As you venture off to visit the magnificent lakes of Italy it is advisable to drop by and see the Borromean Islands, the gardens of Villa Taranto, Isola Bella and if you're in time for its annual festival the Settimane Musicali.

Luxury Roman Holidays  When in Rome, live the high life.  Rome is brimming with luxury hotels that it makes it difficult to decide where to stay.  Staying a week in a place as magnificent as Rome is an indescribable experience.  Rome is no stranger to luxury and if lavish is what you seek they can give you a choice of five star accommodation like the sprawling 26 acre property of Cavalieri Hilton. 

But if location is a concern, the D'Inghilterra hotel is near the famous Spanish Steps.  This prominent hotel is part of a chain of exclusive hotels that have existed since the mid-1800s.  Rome's deluxe hotels are nothing but grand just like the Eden and the Grand Parco dei Principi.  These hotels provide lush roomy interiors and extra features like fabulous gardens and great swimming pools. 

You can expect nothing but top notch service in these hotels.  The popular Regina Baglioni is Rome's most famous and recognized luxury hotel.  This hotel is situated next to the Via Veneto and the renowned Spanish Steps and the Via Sistina.  Most of Rome's luxury hotels, since the 1800s, are located next to Rome's popular tourist spots. 

The St. Regis Grand and Westin Excelsior are just some of the Roman hotels that can be seen all over the city and they offer nothing but the first-class service and accommodations.  To enjoy the perfect luxurious Roman holiday, is to experience it yourself.  So go ahead book yourself to a seven day retreat to Rome.

Flying to Florence

Sitting next to the Arno River is the picturesque city of Florence located at the heart of the Tuscan region of Italy. This tourist spot was once Italy's capital and it takes pride in its contribution to the world of art and architecture during the Middle Ages until the Renaissance period and its impact is felt all over Europe and the rest of the world.

In a city of 350,000 people and 5,000 years worth of rich history, you'll never regret flying to Florence. Get ready to be charmed by its numerous tourist attractions starting with the historical Baptistery, the artful Galleria degli Uffizi and the beautiful Duomo of Florence.

But the tour isn't over yet. Make the most of your holiday by visiting the quaint town of Fiesole, the Boboli Gardens, the Church of Santa Maria Novella, the Basilica of Santa Croce, the Pitti Palace, the Galleria dell'Accademia, the Piazza della Signora and the Piazza Michelangelo.

Many will argue that Florence is in fact the heart of Italian culture and history but one thing is for sure, it is a city where almost everyone flocks to for an escape from the daily grind. This yearly occurrence is what makes Florence a tourist hotspot and the numerous hotels, villas and apartments around Tuscany can attest to that.

When it comes to places to stay, Florence gives you a choice of three to five star accommodations making Florence the ideal vacation getaway location for the urbane Italian tourist.

Sunny in Sardinia 

For an Italian tropical holiday, the place to be is Sardinia.  The city of Sardinia is a beach lover's delight and is famous for its spectacular white sandy beaches that open up to the Mediterranean Sea.  Sardinia's stunning scenery is made up of a view of the open water and magnificent mountains in the background.  It's the perfect place to have fun in the sun in Italy.   

To get to the best beaches in Sardinia is to go to the southernmost tip where you will find an area of the most pristine pearly white sand beaches and the crystal clearest waters of all of Europe.  Within the area is Cagliari, Sardinia's capital city where you will find the beautiful beaches of Santa Margherita Di Pula.  But if you want to peace and tranquility then you should visit Chia where a 16th century bell hangs in view.  

Close to Cagliari is the city of Nora which was established in the 8th century B.C. and features a remarkable amphitheater.  After a trip to Sardinia's southern regions, it's time to visit the northern regions and check out Bia Sardinia and Costa Smeralda which provides its tourists with impressive views of solitary coves along the shorelines which are surrounded by rough rocky coves.   

Sardinia is the best place to spend a tropical island getaway that will complete your stay in Italy.  If you're looking for some rest and relaxation with sand in your toes, then you'll enjoy your time in Sardinia.