Italy
For centuries, Italy has attracted people from all across the world. Its dreamy light and sumptuous landscapes seem made for romance and its three millennia of history and culture seduce just about everyone.
There are more World Heritage sites in Italy than in any other country. You can wander Roman ruins, hike in the Dolomites, snorkel in Sardinia, gaze at Lake Garda or ride into Venice aboard the timeless luxury of the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.
For a gastronomic treat you can’t go wrong with Tuscany, home to olive groves, truffles and the vineyards of Chianti. Though if you’re looking to escape the crowds, its neighbour Umbria should be high on your list. For culture, book ahead to see da Vinci’s The Last Supper in fashionable Milan; watch Aida performed by a cast of hundreds in the Arena de Verona; or wander the Uffizi in fabulous Florence.
Or perhaps you’d prefer the Amalfi Coast, where vertical cliffs plunge into impossibly blue seas and storybook towns emerge from the folds of thick and scented lemon groves. Or a stay in Sicily, where pristine beaches compete for attention with fine-dining restaurants and mighty Mount Etna. Whatever your reason to visit, Italy’s dolce vita never fails to delight.
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Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco
Offering spectacular views across rolling Tuscan countryside to the wine-producing hill town of Montalcino, this 800-year-old estate is the film-set Tuscany of popular imagination. The vast 5,000-acre estate includes a working wi [...]
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Forte Village Resort, Il Castello
Not only is Il Castello one of the most luxurious hotels in the Forte Village portfolio, it’s also the most traditionally Sardinian in design, with an exterior hewn from the island’s red stone and a wide range of rooms that ar [...]
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L'Albereta
This enchanting, ivy-clad Relais & Châteaux hotel looks out across the rolling hills and vineyards of Franciacorta, a sparkling-wine-producing region in the Italian lakes, just south of Lake Iseo and less than an hour’s dri [...]
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La Roqqa
Overlooking the quaint village and bobbing fishing boats of Porto Ercole, La Roqqa is a beautifully designed boutique hotel and beach club that’s brought Italian glamour back to Tuscany’s Monte Argentario peninsula. Contem [...]
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Borgo Pignano Tuscany
Deep in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, this gorgeous 750-acre estate includes a magnificent 18th-century villa, a Green Michelin Star restaurant and a breathtaking infinity pool built into the original quarry stone. The bulk [...]
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Verdura Resort, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Imagine hundreds of acres of sun-kissed Mediterranean coastline, glorious Sicilian countryside and an impeccable hotel combining to create an oasis of luxury, style and blissful escapism. With white-sand beaches, championship golf [...]
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Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda
If you’re looking to escape, detox or recharge, you can’t do much better than Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda, a secluded mountaintop retreat set in 27 acres of woods and olive groves with breathtaking views down to magic [...]
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Hotel Miramalfi
Founded in 1956 by Francesco Mansi, Hotel Miramalfi embodies his enduring love for his homeland and lifelong ambition of creating a sanctuary on the Amalfi cliffs. Today, under the careful management of his grandson, the hotel con [...]
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Forte Village Resort, Le Dune
On sunny Sardinia’s south coast you will find the impressive Forte Village Resort, a vast collection of hotels and villas that are widely regarded as among Europe’s best family resorts. Among the properties lies the fabulous 5 [...]
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L'Andana
Dating back to the Medici era, L’Andana is a stunning Tuscan villa hotel set in the heart of the Maremma countryside, a remote coastal region dotted with rolling hills, olive trees and vineyards. Just seven kilometres from the T [...]
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Villa Igiea, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Having played host to royalty and A-listers for over a century, Villa Igiea is well-versed in the art of refined hospitality. Dating back to 1900, this stately home certainly does make a statement - one of opulent escapism in true [...]
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Reschio Hotel
Set in rural Umbria close to the Tuscan border, Reschio Hotel provides luxury accommodation in a beautifully restored 11th-century castle, on a vast estate that includes stables home to some of the world’s most skilled dressage [...]
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Conrad Chia Laguna Sardinia
Perched on the southernmost tip of Sardinia, overlooking Chia Bay and a natural lagoon where pink flamingos congregate, the sophisticated Conrad Chia Laguna enjoys an enviable location between two of Italy’s most breathtaking be [...]
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Villa Sant'Andrea, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina Mare
Exuding a timeless air of almost aristocratic elegance, Belmond Villa Sant’Andrea is one of Sicily’s finest hotels and retains the sense of privacy and seclusion that it held during its former life as a grand, private residenc [...]
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Rocco Forte Private Villas at Verdura
Olive trees, orange groves and white-sand beaches set the scene for sophisticated Sicilian living at this all-villa offshoot of Verdura Resort, a Rocco Forte Hotel. From their hilltop position, elegant three- and four-bedroom vil [...]
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Six Senses Rome
This all-new hotel brings signature Six Senses style and serenity to the heart of the Eternal City, turning an 18th-century noble palazzo into a modern urban oasis. Just steps from many of the city’s key attractions, here, guest [...]
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The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel
With ‘Palace’ in its name, you would be right to expect opulence and a sense of occasion during your stay at this Grande Dame of the Venetian hotel scene. Perfectly poised overlooking the canals, this historic property feels a [...]
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Grand Hotel Tremezzo
Situated on the western shores of one of the world’s most famous lakes, the Grand Hotel Tremezzo is one of Lake Como’s most prestigious properties. Refined, chic and grand in every way, the hotel offers guests lavish accommoda [...]
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Hotel Byron
With its beachfront setting and exquisite restaurant, this elegant boutique hotel, set in an aristocratic villa between the sea and the Apuan Alps, is one of the most popular options in Forte dei Marmi, Tuscany’s most glamorous [...]
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Palazzo Avino
Grand, elegant and overtly luxurious, the pink-hued Palazzo Avino strikes an impressive architectural pose. Like something out of a medieval fairytale, the hotel is built in what was once a 12th-century private villa and continues [...]
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Villa San Michele, A Belmond Hotel, Florence
It’s hard not to be moved by the mesmerising views of the sunlit Tuscan countryside as you look out from the grounds of Villa San Michele. Below you Florence shimmers, with the Duomo emerging from the terracotta rooftops like Ve [...]
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Hotel Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice
Set on the beautiful Giudecca Island, away from the hustle and bustle of central Venice, Belmond's Hotel Cipriani has all the romance and allure of Renaissance Italy. Overlooking the shimmering lagoon towards famous St. Markâ [...]
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Hotel de Russie, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Located in the heart of Rome between the Spanish Steps and Piazza del Popolo, this luxurious 5-star hotel is ideally situated within walking distance of the city’s key attractions, fashion houses and famous shopping street, Via [...]
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Borgo Egnazia
Located near the seaside town of Savelletri, Borgo Egnazia is a magical recreation of a Puglian village, set between an ancient Roman settlement and the beautiful, championship golf course of San Domenico. This unique resort feels [...]
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Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi Coast
Perched high above the hilltop town of Ravello, with jaw-dropping views across the Bay of Salerno, the beautiful Belmond Hotel Caruso radiates all the romance and sophistication that has become so synonymous with Italy’s Amalfi [...]
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Abi d'Oru Beach Hotel and Spa
Set in landscaped gardens and flanked by rolling hills, soft white sand and crystal-clear water, this child-friendly yet romantic resort exudes charm and classic elegance. It enjoys a 5-star feel with delicious dining and modern a [...]
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Brunelleschi Hotel
Home to the two-Michelin-star Santa Elisabetta restaurant and built around an ancient church and a 6th-century round stone tower, Brunelleschi Hotel enjoys a superb location in the heart of medieval Florence, a stone’s throw fro [...]
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IL Tornabuoni
Standing shoulder to shoulder with the designer boutiques and Renaissance buildings of one of Florence’s most exclusive streets, Il Tornabuoni is a stylish addition to the city’s growing portfolio of intimate hotels. Settle in [...]
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Hotel de la Ville, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Hotel de la Ville in Rome, Sir Rocco Forte’s 18th-century palazzo, both embodies and overlooks life in the Eternal City, and is perfectly located at the top of the Spanish Steps. The hotel is effortlessly cool with both a chicne [...]
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Forestis Dolomites
Tucked away up a corkscrew mountain road in an absurdly beautiful South Tyrolean valley, Forestis is an eco-friendly wellness retreat offering adults (only) a front-row seat to one of the most breathtaking views in the Dolomites. [...]
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Jumeirah Capri Palace
High in the hills above laidback Anacapri, Jumeirah Capri Palace is close enough to the designer shops and restaurants of glitzy Capri Town yet secluded enough to feel like you’re on a country getaway. Whitewashed architecture, [...]
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Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina
Offering some of the best views in all Italy, Belmond Grand Hotel Timeo delivers old-world glamour in an enviable location in picturesque Taormina, next to the entrance to the ancient Greek theatre, with views from its terraces of [...]
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La Fiermontina
Set in a walled olive grove and a haven for art lovers, the stunning La Fiermontina is an 18th-century masseria, filled with contemporary art, designer furnishings and sculptures. The hotel is in the old town of Lecce, one of Pugl [...]
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Palazzo Bozzi Corso by La Fiermontina
Dating back to 1775 and situated just a stone’s throw from the Basilica di Santa Croce in the enchanting old city of Lecce, Palazzo Bozzi Corso is one of the out-and-out stars of La Fiermontina Family Collection of hotels. [...]
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JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa
This private-island resort sits in the middle of the Venetian Lagoon, 20 minutes by complimentary shuttle boat from St Mark’s Square. It’s perfect, therefore, if you’re looking to escape the crowds that fill Venice in high s [...]
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Castello di Casole, A Belmond Hotel, Tuscany
This timeless Tuscan castle complete with sprawling estate dates back to the 10th century and is steeped in Italian history. It has been lovingly restored with an incredible eye for detail and respect for Italian craftsmanship and [...]
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Tenuta di Murlo
The family-owned Murlo estate offers the ultimate Umbrian countryside retreat, with seven luxury villas, a charming apartment, three deluxe rooms and a romantic cottage scattered across thousands of acres of forested hills, valley [...]
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Forte Village Resort, Bouganville
Hotel Bouganville lies at the heart of the vast Forte Village resort – a sprawling collection of hotels, restaurants and swimming pools on Sardinia’s southern coast with a huge range of activities and facilities aimed primaril [...]
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Forte Village Resort, Le Palme
One of several great options for families within the vast Forte Village resort, Hotel Le Palme sits immersed in tropical gardens at the heart of the action. The magnificent Oasis pool is nearby, as is Piazza Luisa, the resort’s [...]
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Forte Village Resort, Il Borgo
Forte Village is a vast resort on Sardinia’s southern coast home to eight hotels, numerous restaurants, its own beachfront and extensive facilities available to all. Hotel Il Borgo offers generously sized bungalows, each with a [...]
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Forte Village Resort, Pineta
Positioned near the sea and the extensive Aquaforte thalassotherapy spa, Hotel Pineta is an oasis of calm surrounded by centuries-old pine groves at the centre of Sardinia’s Fort Village resort. Rooms are spread over two floors [...]
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Forte Village Resort, Villa del Parco
Part of the impressive Forte Village Resort and also a member of Leading Hotels of the World, Villa del Parco is an intimate, private and tranquil retreat set in fragrant woodlands, offering direct access to the popular Acquaforte [...]
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Hotel Savoy, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Hotel Savoy’s super central location between the Duomo and the Ponte Vecchio is a hard one to beat. But it’s by no means the only reason to choose this elegant and refined member of the Rocco Forte stable. Excellent service, a [...]
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Masseria Torre Maizza, a Rocco Forte Hotel
Puglia’s masserie were once the beating hearts of agricultural estates – historic, fortified buildings built of chunky limestone and painted in brilliant white. Today many have been converted into exclusive-use villas or luxur [...]
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Villa Sola Cabiati
Dating to the 16th century and one of Lake Como’s most lavish and spectacular properties, Villa Sola Cabiati was formerly the summer residence of the Dukes of Serbelloni and is available for exclusive-use hire through next-door [...]
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COMO Castello del Nero
Encased by vineyards and rolling Tuscan hills, COMO Castello del Nero is a medieval masterpiece that fuses past and present with impressive panache. Step into a world where Renaissance frescoes are matched with cool, earthy minima [...]
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Ca' Di Dio
Just a 15-minute stroll from the Rialto Bridge, in the Arsenale district where the Biennale takes place, is the stylish, hip yet historically aware Ca' di Dio. As much a house as a hotel, Ca’ di Dio appeals to a young, desi [...]
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7Pines Resort Sardinia
It’s easy to be seduced by the laidback charms of 7Pines Resort Sardinia, set on a 15-hectare promontory on the island’s north coast, just a short drive from the exclusive Costa Smeralda. Scenic paths wind through fragrant gar [...]
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Passalacqua
Accolades come and go but pick up the title of ‘best hotel in the world’ – as judged by a team of industry experts in 2023 – and people start to take notice. Originally a private villa built in 1787 on the shores of Lake C [...]
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Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train, Europe
A bastion of old-world glamour, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is swathed in the drama and romance of a bygone age, from the impeccably liveried staff ready to greet you at the platform and the gleaming hundred-year-old restore [...]
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Flight Time
2hrs 30m
Flight Information
British Airways fly direct from London to Catania, Palermo, Pisa, Cagliari, Naples, Venice, Bari, Brindisi, Milan and Rome. A number of low cost carriers fly direct to cities across Italy from London and various UK regional airports.
Destination Facts
Time Difference: +2 hours (April-September) and +1 hours (November-March)
Currency: Euro
Florence
Arguably Italy’s most beautiful city, Florence is the cradle of the Renaissance, home to more than half of Italy’s most important artworks and several of its most breathtaking buildings. It’s almost impossible not to gravit [...]
View RegionSicily
Coastal, volcano, and mountain scenery collide to form this beautiful island landscape. As well as being picture-perfect, the rich and varied topography lends itself perfectly for outdoor pursuits, attracting active and laid-back [...]
View RegionPuglia
Known for its year-round sunshine, pretty towns and beautiful beaches, Puglia remains one of Italy’s most charming destinations, far removed from the tourist crowds of its neighbours. Scenically you will not be disappointed, as [...]
View RegionItalian Lakes
It’s easy to see why the Italian Lakes attract visitors year after year. Set among stunning scenery and fringed with charming towns, Lake Como, Lake Garda, and Lake Maggiore make up some of the most beautiful parts of Italy. Th [...]
View RegionUmbria
Often referred to as ‘the green heart of Italy’, Umbria is a profoundly beautiful and largely unspoiled region of forested hills, lakes, valleys, olive groves and vineyards. It’s also home to a dozen or so classic hill town [...]
View RegionSardinia
Considered the oldest landmass in Europe, there is much more to this picturesque Italian island than meets the eye. Steeped in history, culture, and beautiful backdrops, Sardinia is a designated ‘Blue Zone’, a region where th [...]
View RegionRome
Rome isn’t just a city, it’s an open-air museum, home to many of the icons of the ancient world, including the Colosseum, once able to seat 50,000 people; the Pantheon, the most complete ancient structure in the city; and the [...]
View RegionTuscany
Tuscany is a region of timeless beauty, where world-class art and architecture meet rolling vineyards and sun-drenched coastlines. From Florence’s Renaissance treasures to Pisa, Siena and the hills of Chianti, Tuscany offers a r [...]
View RegionVenice
Venice never loses its ability to enchant. The Grand Canal, the city’s two-mile aquatic thoroughfare, is lined with hundreds of weather-worn Byzantine and Gothic palazzi and is abuzz with canal life. St Mark’s Basilica, the R [...]
View RegionAmalfi Coast
One of Italy’s most standout destinations, the Amalfi Coast is famed for its scenic beauty, elegance, and glamour, yet it remains an intriguing mix of sophistication and simplicity. Brave the narrow, winding coastal road and di [...]
View RegionClassic Cities and The Amalfi Coast
With nods along the way to Italy’s much-loved food and wine, this north-to-south journey through the heart of Italy sees you travel from Venice and its iconic canals through the art-laden streets of Florence and the monuments of Rome to […]
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