Italy
The best hotels in Sicily
Our pick of the best Sicily hotels, from 18th-century palaces to boutiques that honour their natural surroundings
Inspiration
The best things to see and do in Milan
The must-sees of Italy’s fashion and design capital
The best Milan hotels
There’s no shortage of glamorous hotels to act as a base in Italy's most fashionable city
Places To Stay
The best hotels in Italy
We've rounded up Italy's best hotels from the big-names to the green-fingered and boutique
On the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, all the train's a stage
Belmond’s iconic train is now overnighting between Paris and Portofino, bringing old-world glamour to the Italian Riviera
Beaches
The best beaches in Europe for 2025
Our editors share their favourite sandy spots by the coast, plus where to stay
The best restaurants in Sicily
From Michelin-starred spots to underrated scenic supper spots, these are the restaurants to add to the itinerary on a trip to Sicily
A nostalgic rail journey through Italy aboard Gio Ponti’s Arlecchino train
After a night of negronis in Rome, a bleary-eyed travel editor stumbles through the multicoloured cars of the famed Arlecchino train
The best things to do in Sicily
From the remnants of ancient civilisations to the sweet-smelling street food spots to know about, this is an insider's ultimate guide to Italy's sprawling volcanic island
The best cocktail bars in Milan
Where to find the best places for a drink in Milan
Destinations
The best beaches in Sicily
From craggy coves to clear dramatic blues, these Sicilian beaches have to be seen to be believed
The best Airbnbs in Milan
Six stylish homestays in Italy’s fashion capital, including a Bauhaus-style home and a canalside 1930s apartment
The best hotels in Sardinia
Dreaming of la dolce vita? These luxurious stays in Sardinia will make it a reality
The best hotels in Rome, from art-filled palazzos to upscale hostels
Our favourite places to stay in the Eternal City.
Airbnb's latest experience could see you battling it out as an ancient Roman gladiator – here's how to secure a spot
It's the latest in a long line of incredible experiences dreamt up by the booking platform's creative team
16 of the best Lake Como villas to rent
Our favourite villas and Airbnbs in and around Lake Como
Places To Stay
The best Airbnbs in Italy
From rustic villas and sprawling estates to waterfront apartments and penthouses with amazing views
Tolkien-worthy drama on an exhilarating ski tour through Italy’s northeastern peaks
A ski safari across the craggy Dolomites reveals shimmering powder fields and richly preserved valley microcultures
Places To Stay
The best hotels in Tuscany
From villages transformed into resort hotels to small boutique boltholes nestled in hilltop towns – these are the best hotels in Tuscany
Summer Holidays
Ischia: home to some of the best Italian beaches
This is where to stay, what to do and how to explore this beachy island just off the Amalfi coast in Italy