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Venice is famous for her large-scale, colourful, indulgent carnival celebrations but did you know that Tuscany has another hot-spot for a serious party every February? The Carnevale di Viareggio is, in fact, actually one of the most renowned carnival celebrations in both Italy and Europe, even if it is less familiar to some. So, if you are looking to enjoy a villa in Tuscany and a great party then you should book your stay in a vacation rental in Viareggio for this February!

The very first carnival event in the city was held in 1873 and was organised by a group of middle class men who created a parade of floats that were decorated with flowers. However, this then became a protest rather than a celebration, when citizens who were frustrated with rates of taxation donned masks to conceal their identities and made their opinions known. Fun once again took over from political action and the parade became an annual fixture in town, alongside other events as part of a carnival festival. While there were some years in which the carnival did not take place – namely throughout both world wars – the Carnevale di Viareggio became a key part of the town’s annual calendar and only grew and grew throughout the second half of the 20th century onwards. Today, it is a major draw to this gorgeous city on the Tuscan Coast and a great reason to book a holiday rental in Viareggio during the month of February.

Those seeking out a luxury experience of Florence should check out Albizi Penthouse Luxury Apartment, an apartment listing on Tuscany Villas that combines incredible convenience due to its central location, with the charm of a historic setting, and all of the mod-cons you could dream of for your comfort due to its modern renovations. Located in a 16th-century palazzo, the Palazzo Pazzi Vitali, a building that was once the former home of a noble Florentine family, it can be found right in the heart of the city, just a couple of minutes walk away from the famous Bargello Museum and a short distance from the Piazza della Repubblica, the Palazzo Vecchio, and the Duomo. For those who want to live in a little slice of Florentine history for a while and have unparalleled access to the city, it is a dream vacation rental in Florence. Sleeping up to eight people comfortably in four bedrooms with five bathrooms, Albizi Penthouse offers a seriously luxurious experience of the birthplace of the Renaissance. 

Villa Monte Bottigli is a perfect villa in Tuscany for anyone who wants to enjoy the typical and lovely landscape of rolling green hills of the region as well as to have easy access to the Tuscan Coast. The famous cities of Tuscany, such as Siena, Florence, Pisa, and more are to the other side of the region but are within day-trip distance so you can also experience those beloved destinations during your holiday in Tuscany at Villa Monte Bottigli but we would also understand if you didn’t want to go very far at all as it has all of the ingredients you could need for a dream vacation!

Planning on spending Christmas in Tuscany this year? Well, browse our villas in Tuscany and come enjoy the incredible food and wine, the charming towns made prettier by lights and cheer, the traditional Christmas markets that take over historic centres across the region, the festive spirit, the beautiful churches and Nativity scenes, the unique traditions, and more that is on offer to those who choose to experience a Tuscan Christmas. 

If you’re in the region on Christmas Eve and you’re looking for something extra-special to do, head to the beautiful medieval town of Monteriggioni. Perched on a hillside overlooking lush valleys, forests, and fields and ringed by its ancient medieval walls and watch towers, this is a beyond picturesque Tuscan town and, each Christmas Eve, it hosts a magical event. 

Cinephiles who are looking to enjoy a movie while staying in one of our vacation rentals in Florence will likely find the beautiful Giunti Odeon Libreria e Cinema to be a dream spot to spend hours reading books, enjoying a coffee, and catching a movie! Located inside a historic building and bringing together three wonderful businesses under one especially lovely roof, it creates a dream cultural hub for locals and visitors alike who are exploring the city.