Having property in Italy that you are familiar with could help to avoid disappointment due to a lack of research in advance.

Mike Whiting, managing editor of airport parking booking site Holiday Extras, suggests that many people do not adequately research the background of their destination.

This can leave them facing the need to make a complaint on arrival due to dissatisfying conditions.

"It seems that travellers are willing to speak out when it comes to service – whether that be quality of food, accommodation or even the quality of tours and excursions," he says.

One way to avoid the issue could be to purchase property in Italy, ensuring a level of familiarity and a standard of accommodation that will not drop with time.

Mr Whiting adds that, with many people taking fewer holidays at present, it is perfectly reasonable to demand a good standard of service during the vacations that are taken.

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