Italian Countryside

Italian Countryside

MIKASA “ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE” GRAVY PITCHER WITH UNDERPLATE $24.99

The Campagna Table: Bring The Style And Cooking Of The Italian Countryside Into $6.89

2 Mikasa Italian Countryside Salad Plates- EUC $12.99

classic countryside clean air refreshing italian watch $12.99

Mikasa ~ Italian Countryside DD900 (Cream) ~ Rimmed Soup Bowl $9.99

Mikasa ~ Italian Countryside DD900 (Cream) ~ Cup & Saucer Set $7.99

Portrait countryside painting 9mm italian charm link $3.49

Italian charm 13mm bracelet link country side scenary $3.99

MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE SET OF 2 CUPS AND SAUCERS $6.95

MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE SALAD PLATE $5.95

MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE DINNER PLATE $10.95

MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE 1 RIMMED SOUP BOWL – NEW!! $10.99

MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE DD90 SET of 4 SOUP STEW CHILI BOWL RIMMED PLATE SALAD $39.77

MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE DD900 SET of 2 SOUP CEREAL STEW CHILI BOWL dinner war $19.77

MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE DD900 SET 4 COFFEE TEA CUPS MUGS microwavable SAUCERS $21.77

MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE DD900 NEW CHIP & DIP SNACK SERVING BOWL VEGETABLE $53.77

MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE DD900 SET OF 4 NIB NAPKIN RINGS WHITE SERVING NEW $18.77

MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE DD900 CREAMER PITCHER & SUGAR BOWL WHITE SERVING NIB $27.77

MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE DD900 VEGETABLE 9.5inch SALAD BOWL WHITE SERVING NEW $37.77

Mikasa “Italian Countryside” Rimmed Soup Bowls $9.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside Lasagna Platter $64.94

Mikasa Italian Countryside Round Casserole Dish $68.84

MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE Rimmed Soup Plate DD900 $2.99

MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE SAUCER DD900 $1.99

Ex. Mikasa Italian countryside white covered butter dish plate bowl DD900 $34.99

Ex.. Mikasa Italian countryside white gravy boat & under plate china bowl DD900 $34.99

Ex. Mikasa Italian countryside white covered casserole dish plate bowl DD900 $39.99

Ex. Mikasa Italian countryside white creamer & sugar bowl plate DD900 $19.99

“Mikasa Italian Countryside” Coffee Pot and Lid – NEW!! $65.00

4 Ex. Mikasa Italian countryside white salad plates china bowl DD900 $24.99

Italian Baker Classic Tastes the Italian Countryside–Its-Carol Field $40.11

Mikasa Italian Countryside Footed Compote Bowl $29.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside Square Chip N Dip $39.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside Square Dipping Plates, Set of 4 $19.99

BRAND NEW BEAUTIFUL & GORGEOUS ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE MIKASA 12 PIECE SET $65.00

Mikasa DD900 Italian Countryside Mug-Set of 4 $18.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside Place Spoon 7 1/8″ NEW $15.29

Mikasa Italian Countryside Plate of Sharing $49.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside Dipping Bowls, Set of 4 $19.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside Oval Platter $19.99

VIETRI Panorama Charger – NEW – INSPIRES THOUGHTS OF THE ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE! $18.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside Bowls, Set of 4 $29.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside THREE (3) RIMMED SOUP BOWLS 9 3/8″ Exc Condition !!! $8.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside FOUR (4) SALAD PLATES 8 1/2″ Excellent Condition !!! $11.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside Footed Cake Plate $29.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside FOUR (4) DINNER PLATES 11″ Excellent Condition !!! $14.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside FOUR (4) DINNER PLATES 11″ Great price !!! Exc Cond. $14.99

MIKASA, Italian Countryside DD900, Cup & Saucer $5.39

Mikasa Italian Countryside Bowl, 10″ $29.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside Square Dessert Tray $19.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside Square Baker $29.99

MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE PASTA WHITE NEW 11 inch SERVING BOWL FRUIT LARGE $22.77

MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE PASTA WHITE HUGE NEW 15inch SERVING BOWL FRUIT LARGE $44.77

Mikasa Italian Countryside Spoon Rest $9.99

MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE OVAL CASSEROLE SERVING BOWL VEGETABLE OVEN WARE $27.77

Mikasa Italian Countryside 5 Piece Pasta Set $59.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside Stainless Flatware, 1 (5 pc. pl. setting), NIB $50.00

NIB Large 17″ X 12″ Oval Platter Fruit Design Hand Painted Italian Countryside $6.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside Square Bowls, Set of 4 $29.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside Dipping Set $19.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside Onion Soup Bowl $9.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside Cheese Set $29.99

Mikasa Italian Countryside Espresso Cups and Saucers, set of 6 $60.00

Mikasa Italian Countryside 5-Piece Serving Set NIB $84.99

MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE 5 PIECE SERVING SET NIB $42.00

Roman Gardens Villas of the Countryside Italy Italian Europe European Fagiolo $16.07

Set of 4 NEW Mikasa ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE Soup Bowls $44.95

Mikasa Dinnerware Italian Countryside Collection 8 Rimmed Soup Bowls $49.99

NEW MIKASA ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE PLATTER AND SUGAR BOWL WITH CREAMER $55.00

classic countryside clean air refreshing italian watch $12.99

Mikasa ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE Cup and Saucer New $6.29

Portrait countryside painting 9mm italian charm link $3.49

Italian charm 13mm bracelet link country side scenary $3.99

New-Mikasa Italian Countryside Poinsettia 7 inch Mug(s)-ship free $15.99

Mikasa ITALIAN COUNTRYSIDE Cup and Saucer Set $6.60

Italian Countryside

Lesser known Liguria – a perfect Italian holiday destination

Geographically Liguria is a very small region in Italy, but it is bursting with colourful scenery, picturesque coastline and pretty little towns and villages. It stretches in a strip along the shoreline and for this reason it is probably best known for its uninterrupted miles of beautiful sandy beaches and secluded pebble strewn coves. If you want a holiday by the sea then Liguria would be an ideal choice. The layout of the region is such that many holiday rentals in the area have a stunning sea view. There are resorts all along the coast so whichever stretch of shore you choose there will be a villa or an apartment to suit you. You will never be far from a forest of almonds and pines or a grove of olives and lemons. In a word, idyllic.

Liguria may be small but it is certainly not short on character. Dotted amongst the sandy stretches are glitzy destinations a-plenty. Essentially this area is the Italian Riviera so if you want chic and stylish surroundings then look no further. In particular ports like San Remo and Portofino are not to be missed and a villa there would be the height of glamour. You will feel like you’ve just stepped off a film set! And if you can’t resist the allure of the original French Riviera then look for a holiday rental in the Western part of the region. Here you will be situated in the gorgeous, unspoilt Ligurian countryside but you will also be a stone’s throw from Monte Carlo itself. The bright lights of the casino beckon!

The capital of the area is Genoa which is famous not only for being a lively seaport but also for playing host to a number of well-known historical figures from Lord Byron to Ernest Hemingway. Most notably, Genoa is the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, and to this day his legacy very much lives on. You can even visit the explorer’s house. Other attractions in Genoa which are worth a visit on your holiday are the Royal Palace with its splendid art collection, and the bustling harbour for a bite to eat.

The whole of Liguria is an area of outstanding natural beauty and you should make sure you see as much of it as possible, whether by foot or by car. If you do nothing else here you should take a drive round the coast and marvel at how the landscape continuously changes and takes your breath away. If your idea of a perfect holiday is a self-catering villa with a private swimming pool in the Italian countryside then you would be hard pressed to do better than a property in the heart of Liguria. From mountains and hills to quaint villages and lush forests it is a true escape. Last, but by no means least, do not miss the fascinating and mesmerising Cinque Terre. This is a collection of five fishing villages on the Ligurian coastline and the views are unrivalled. A holiday property on the Cinque Terre coastline is Italy at its very best.

About the Author

Tabitha Symonds is the founder of One Off Places, a holiday property rentals website specifically geared towards individual and one-off style properties. Launched in 2007 it offers users the chance to search for exactly what they want on their holiday, whether it’s a secluded farmhouse, a penthouse apartment or a luxury villa. www.oneoffplaces.co.uk

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