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Jo Mackay is the owner of Bookings For You. Bookings For You is a family run company specialising in apartment and villa rentals in Italy and France. The company currently have over 300 holiday rentals in Italy including villas in Puglia, the Italian Lakes, Tuscany, Umbria and Le Marche as well as villas to rent in Provence, Normandy and Acquitaine in France. The company pride themselves on their high levels of customer service.
7 adventures to go on in Puglia

7 adventures to go on in Puglia

ByJo Mackay November 13, 2018

Puglia is such a wonderful region of Italy; far enough off the beaten track for it to feel like…

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Le Marche: top 10 reasons to visit Italy’s hidden gem

Le Marche: top 10 reasons to visit Italy’s hidden gem

ByJo Mackay October 22, 2018October 18, 2018

Le Marche is actually one of the smallest regions in Italy and, arguably, one of the least well known….

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5 reasons why Puglia is the perfect family holiday destination

5 reasons why Puglia is the perfect family holiday destination

ByJo Mackay October 4, 2018October 4, 2018

There is no doubt that Puglia is the hottest place to visit in Italy at the moment in more…

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One day in Matera: European Capital of Culture 2019

ByJo Mackay August 8, 2018

You are no doubt familiar with the image of the Phoenix and it’s meaning, the legendary bird that rises…

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5 unusual adventures to go on in Umbria

ByJo Mackay July 9, 2018

Umbria makes a fantastic choice for those wanting to explore a beautiful part of Italy but in an area…

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Italy’s 10 most stunning landscapes

ByJo Mackay June 24, 2018June 24, 2018

There’s no doubt about it… Italy is one breathtakingly beautiful country. From the rocky mountains of the Dolomites to…

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Why the Italian Lakes should be your next holiday destination

ByJo Mackay May 3, 2018

We’ll be the first to admit that we’re a little bit biased when it comes to the Italian Lakes…

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Our top 5 Italian film sets

Our top 5 Italian film sets

ByJo Mackay April 9, 2018April 11, 2018

Italy is often used as the setting for famous films precisely because it offers the most beautiful backdrop. Here’s…

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5 reasons to choose holiday rentals over hotel accommodation

ByJo Mackay March 2, 2018March 2, 2018

With a plethora of great hotel and self catering options to choose from, it’s often hard to know which…

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The top 10 most romantic places to visit in Italy

ByJo Mackay February 14, 2018February 13, 2018

On this most romantic of days, we thought it was only right to share our thoughts on what are…

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Where to holiday with the rich and famous in Italy

ByJo Mackay February 5, 2018

The world’s obsession with Italy has not escaped those enjoying a celebrity lifestyle. Many in the film and music…

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Our favourite towns in Puglia

ByJo Mackay January 29, 2018

Puglia has become THE place to visit in Italy in 2018. But it remains relatively undiscovered and visitors aren’t…

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5 things to do in Italy in the Winter

ByJo Mackay January 22, 2018

It’s all too easy to fall into the trap of thinking winter in Italy equals skiing — after all,…

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Top 10 activities to enjoy with children in Florence

Top 10 activities to enjoy with children in Florence

ByJo Mackay January 10, 2018October 18, 2018

Florence is an absolutely stunning city. However, it’s not always apparent how family friendly it can be. Take a…

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Our 10 favourite towns in Umbria

ByJo Mackay December 20, 2017December 11, 2018

Nestling alongside Tuscany, Umbria is a region that sits in the middle of Italy, characterised by rolling hills and…

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Why Umbria should be your next holiday destination

ByJo Mackay December 15, 2017

Umbria might not be as popular as its well-known neighbour (Tuscany, in case you’re wondering) but that shouldn’t put…

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