Sicily

A private swathe of beach, fine Italian furnishings and cutting-edge art come together to make this one of the most glamorous stays in Taormina.

The Belmond Grand Hotel sits high on Sicilian cliffs, with glorious views of the sea and Mount Etna.

Secluded above the beautiful town of Cefalù, this four-star hotel, with its pool, wellness centre and extensive gardens, is just 20 minutes' walk from the beach.

At the heart of Sicily’s Valley of the Temples, the deluxe Villa Athena is blissfully boutique, with just 27 rooms. The only five star property in this historic part of the island, with five-star views of the Temple of Concordia.

The grandest hotel in a grand city, named after German composer Richard Wagner who lived in the namesake street between 1881 and 1882. From sumptuous marble steps at the entrance, the hotel exudes an aura from another era.

This quintessential seaside hotel on Sicily’s north coast combines a wealth of top quality amenities with direct beach access and the convenience of being within easy reach of Cefalu.

This historic British heritage villa is one of Sicily's most elegant hotels, offering the perfect retreat accompanied by stunning sea views and within easy walking distance of the heart of Taormina.

On the foothills of historic Mount Etna on Sicily's east coast, this resort of boutique and historic lodges is the perfect choice for stunning island views and standout food and wine.

A luxurious palazzo languishing alongside Palermo and the Tyrrhenian Sea, Villa Igiea boasts scenic views, manicured grounds, elegant rooms and gourmet Sicilian cuisine.

Located near Sciacca, a small seaside town renowned for its colourful carnival and the surrounding orange groves of Ribera, the Verdura Resort by Rocco Forte is perfectly positioned for exploring the beautiful Italian island of Sicily.

A secluded organic estate on the slopes of Mount Etna, Monaci delle Terre Nere offers sweeping views, farm-to-table dining and an immersive connection to nature.

Perched atop the cliffside offering spectacular views of the Ionian Sea and majestic Mount Etna, Grand Hotel San Pietro offers modern Sicilian luxury and is perfectly positioned, surrounded by lush Mediterranean gardens and within walking distance of Sicily’s historic town of Taormina.

Foresteria Baglio della Luna is a refined retreat within a restored medieval watchtower and baglio, offering panoramic views of the Valley of the Temples, olive groves, and the Mediterranean Sea, a seamless blend of history, beauty, and understated Sicilian luxury.

Designer Hotel from £1,755 pp excl. flights

Discreetly tucked away on the northern tip of Vulcano in the Aeolian Islands, the Therasia Resort Sea & Spa combines a stunning natural setting with exceptional cuisine, a luxurious spa and a split-level outdoor pool overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Step back to the Golden Age of Travel aboard the world’s most iconic rail journey. And, as Europe’s great vistas sweep past, you’ll sit back to enjoy piano-accompanied cocktails, multi-course gourmet dining and that famous white-gloved service.