Italy Travel Update - Short term rentals vs Hotels

A quick update from Katy on short-term rental restrictions in Italy and why she thinks hotels are the smarter choice for most travelers.

Summary: Cities including Florence, Venice, Bologna, Milan and Rome are all introducing their own restrictions on short-term rentals like Airbnb and Vrbo. Florence has gone furthest, banning new tourist lets in its historic centre and expanding that ban. Katy shares her personal take on hotels versus rentals, and explains what to check before you book a short-term property in Italy.



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