The biggest question for fractional co-ownership is often about choosing your weeks of the year. Our system works like professional sports rotations. You will have two blocks of two weeks each. If you’re first pick for the first two weeks in a given year, then you’re last pick for the second set. The following year, your first round slips down one slot and the second round moves up a slot. This guarantees top choices in either round one or two for every owner.
An added benefit of this system is the chance to experience Italy at different moments and watching the seasons change in your favorite place in the world. Since Florence and Rome are beautiful in every moment, you’ll fall in love with Italy a little more throughout the year!
Giuseppe Verdi said, “You may have the universe if I may have Italy.” We think he meant Italy in the springtime – a time when everyone should experience Italy. Spring blossoms begin early, often in February or March, and the lovely weather is perfect for strolling and shopping in Rome or enjoying the historic gardens in Florence. Catch the wisteria blooming in the Bardini gardens and savor those moments dining al fresco on your terrace. Easter is a major holiday in Italy that is full of traditions, seasonal fare and events like the exciting Scoppio del Carro in Florence, a local tradition of exploding a cart in front of the Duomo on Easter Sunday.
The summer months are a popular time to visit Italy, and for a very good reason. There’s just something about that Tuscan sun! June in Florence is the time for the Calcio Storico and citywide celebration for the Feast of San Giovanni. July and August are undoubtedly busy months in Rome and Florence, but you’ll be set to enjoy peak season in Italy without peak season travel rates. Enjoy the perks of being a local by hitting popular spots during the quieter moments or join in the Italian tradition of going on holiday in August to explore more of Italy. It’s the perfect time to enjoy Rome’s beautiful parks and gardens, take a day trip to the beach or explore the Italian countryside. Being the most popular time of the year does have its advantages, especially the many cultural events, concerts and festivals that add to the summer fun.
When harvest season arrives and the grape vines are tinged in warm hues, you’ll quickly see why autumn is one of the best seasons in Tuscany. Temperatures remain quite mild in September and October, especially in Rome, and the seasonal fare is one of the biggest draws. Shop at the local markets for fresh ingredients or check out the autumn fare on the local restaurant menus. This is sagra time of year when have the chance to savor Italy’s food festivals big and small. Enjoy strolling along the cobblestone streets, visit your favorite museums or take advantage of the fine weather to take a scenic walk in Florence or explore the countryside on a day trip from Florence. Autumn is a prime season to visit Europe, so it’s the perfect time to extend your stay with a visit to other Italian cities or a quick flight to Paris or London.
Winter is the best kept secret in Italy, and we think you’ll soon see why. While it is the coolest time of the year, it is still fairly mild and perfectly suitable for exploring. Just take a page from Italians and wrap up in a lovely scarf! The Christmas holidays are especially festive in Rome and Florence and they extend well into January until the Epiphany holiday. Shop at the Christmas Market in Florence, enjoy holiday shopping in Rome and don’t miss those traditional Christmas desserts. Winter is the season for great food as everyone focuses on family and eating together. So try those restaurants out when it’s easier to get reservations and explore all the culture Rome and Florence have to offer during the most peaceful time of the year.