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SOUTHERN ITALY - Sicily & Sardinia

This is the “Mezzogiorno,” a very different and fascinating part of Italy.

Here you will find a lush fertile landscape, thousands of miles of beaches and picturesque historic towns. It is a great place to relax, explore and sample the unique culture and cuisine.

You will love the warm Mediterranean climate, the turquoise sea, the millions of ancient olive trees, the amazingly clear starlit night skies and much more. It is a land rich in history and the finer things of life. Those “things” which make a holiday into something special.

Choose a Region and select from our unusual Hotel & Self-catering collection. And contact us. We find the best!

Porta Felice

4 Star Hotel, Palermo

Boutique hotel, with contemporary designer feel, Porta Felice, with its oasis of a spa, is close to the sea-front and the Botanical Gardens, with plenty of great cafes, restaurants and bars nearby.

Prices from: £56 B&B, £72 HB

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Boutique beauty
Near sea front
Fabulous spa
Swish elegance

San Francesco Al Monte

4 Star Hotel, Naples

Once a 16th century monastery, the San Francesco Al Monte towers over Naples and is located in one of its most panoramic areas, with stunning views over the city, the Bay of Naples, and Vesuvius beyond.

Prices from: £72 B&B, £108 HB

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Historic oasis
Roof garden & pool
Breathtaking views
SUCH good food

Grand Hotel Ortigia

5 Star Hotel, Siracusa

A tasteful and elegant hotel, right by the sea, on Ortygia, with an excellent and well-deserved reputation for its food. Grand Hotel Ortigia is a huge favourite with clients and is another very special hotel.

Prices from: £73 B&B, £89 HB

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Prime sea front spot
Imposing & beautiful
Historic Ortigia
Wonderful roof terrace

Terranobile

4 Star Hotel, Bari

Ray & Annie are thrilled to offer Terranobile, a real little boutique jewel, on the outskirts of Bari, with a stunning pool and spa, and perfect for a long weekend or as a "tag-on " to discover the delights of this beautiful city.

Prices from: £46 B&B

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Gracious with fab pool
Stunning spa
Vibrant Bari
Real boutique jewel

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Palazzo Persone

The Baroque and beautiful Basilica of Santa Croce is part of the beating heart of Lecce’s centro storico and Palazzo Persone, a spectacular boutique B&B, is right next door.

Prices from: £41 B&B

In the heart of beautiful Baroque Lecce
Only six rooms
Designer style

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I Monasteri Golf

4 Star Hotel, Siracusa

The strikingly attractive blend of antiquity and modernity in I Monasteri Golf is superb - sumptuous comfort with real style, and a pool, spa and golf course to die for. A great, tranquil alternative for discovering the city of Siracusa.

Prices from: £49 B&B

4

An oasis of tranquility
Great for Siracusa
Fab 18-hole golf course
Sumptuous comfort

Il Vecchio Borgo

Self-Catering Property, Rome

Spacious and comfortable apartments, in a converted barn, Il Vecchio Borgo is an ideal base for those wanting a more relaxing and rural environment, within easy reach of Rome.

Prices from: £810 per week (Includes Car)

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Flexible stays
Great value
Close to Rome & sea
Exceeds expectations

Centrale Palace Hotel

4 Star Hotel, Palermo

A beautifully restored palazzo, right by the Quattro Canti, in the very centre of Palermo, with a roof terrace giving panoramic views over the city, the Centrale Palace is a real oasis.

Prices from: £68 B&B

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Really central
Historic retreat
Calm & elegant
Great roof terrace

Patria Palace

5 Star Hotel, Lecce

In the Baroque centre of Lecce, this is an absolutely charming hotel, right opposite the Basilica di Santa Croce. We think that any itinerary in Puglia should include Lecce, by law!

Prices from: £78 B&B, £99 HB

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Great rooftop views
City centre retreat
THE place to stay
Beautiful Lecce

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