If you are thinking of jetting off to Italy this summer and are not keen on staying at a seaside town or village, don’t despair because Umbria in the centre of Italy has everything that you could possibly wish for.  It is considered the green heart of Italy as it is located on the green hills of the Apennines.  There are many places for you to stay here; from rural hotels to the most wonderful villas in Italy; you will not be disappointed with your chosen accommodation as all are decorated to a high standard.

Umbria is very similar to Tuscany, with its rolling hills and scenery, but it is also visited less by tourists which makes it a much quieter place to visit, allowing for a relaxing holiday.  There are many different landscapes in the province, which include the valleys of the Tiber, Chiascio and Nera.  These are rich in colour and are examples of unspoiled natural beauty.

Although there is no coastline in Umbria there are still plenty of places to avail of water sport and related activities. Why not visit the stunning Lake Trasimeno where there are plenty of water sports for you to enjoy?  In addition you can visit the magnificent Marmore waterfalls at Terni.

Although holiday lettings are common in the area, the preferred accommodation choice for families and groups seem to be self-catering holiday villas. In Italy, there is no shortage of these villas, and all are designed with holidaymakers in mind; with full modern amenities and many even have a swimming pool and outdoor dining area.