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Condé Nast TravelerOct 6, 2026

The Best Cities in the World: 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards

These are the best cities in the world, as voted by Condé Nast Traveler readers.

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Amalfi CoastSightRomantic coastline with cliffs, beaches, and towns
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Old TownHostelDubrovnik, CroatiaArea that feels like stepping back into time
Playa de la ConchaSightSan Sebastián, SpainBeach to lounge on or watch surfers
Parte ViejaNeighborhoodSan Sebastián, SpainCentral area for pintxo bar hopping
GrosNeighborhoodSan Sebastián, SpainArea for watching surfer culture
Monte IgueldoViewpointSan Sebastián, SpainOffers breathtaking views from its summit
DouroSightPorto, PortugalRiver offering views of Porto's houses and towers
KapellbrückeSightLucerne, SwitzerlandOldest covered bridge in Europe
Rathaus BrauereiRestaurantLucerne, SwitzerlandHome - Die Rathausbrauerei am Reussufer in Luzern.
Mandarin Oriental Palace, LuzernHotelLucerne, SwitzerlandArt Nouveau hotel with lake views
Fábrica La AuroraGallerySan Miguel de Allende, MexicoFormer textile factory with artisan shops
Rosewood San Miguel de AllendeHotelSan Miguel de Allende, MexicoOasis with rooftop tapas bar and skyline views
AperiRestaurantSan Miguel de Allende, MexicoChef's table for dining with fresh regional flavors
Aquaflor FirenzePlaceFlorence, ItalyWorkshop on history of perfume-making
Gucci GardenMuseumFlorence, ItalyMuseum charting fashion juggernaut's evolution
La StrozzinaMuseumFlorence, ItalyCenter for contemporary culture

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Lonely PlanetSep 28

10 Best Places to Visit on the Amalfi Coast

The Amalfi Coast brings you glinting majolica domes, pastel villages and lovely lemon groves. Here are the best places to visit during your trip.

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Pasticceria PansaRestaurantHistoric pastry shop in Piazza Duomo.
Cattedrale di Sant’AndreaSight12th-century cathedral with a dramatic 62-step staircase.
Amalfi Lemon ExperiencePlaceLemon groves run by the same family for six generations.
Museo della CartaMuseum
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Le SirenuseHotelPositano, ItalyHistoric hotel with a terrace for aperitivo drinks.
Lemon PointRestaurantNocelle, ItalyGranita stand in Nocelle for a refreshing lemon slushie.
Villa RufoloParkRavello, ItalyHouse with a Moorish cloister and formal gardens.
Villa CimbroneAttractionRavello, ItalyRomantic cliff-top mansion with rose-scented gardens.
Path of the GodsTrailAgerola, Italy7km path 630m above sea level with heavenly views.
Fiordo di FuroreSightFurore, ItalyCraggy inlet carved by the Schiato stream with a tiny beach.
Marisa Cuomo WineryPlaceFurore, ItalyWinery near the staircase to Fiordo di Furore beach.
La RondinaiaHotelRavello, ItalyFormer home of Gore Vidal, now a hotel.
Terrazza dell’InfinitoViewpointRavello, ItalyTerrace at Villa Cimbrone with the coast's most sought-after view.
Ravello FestivalFestivalRavello, ItalyTakes place July to September with orchestral performances.
Ceramica Artistica SolimenePlaceVietri sul Mare, ItalyCeramics shop with a Gaudí-esque tiled exterior.
Villa ComunaleParkVietri sul Mare, ItalyTerraces overlooking the sea with Gaudí-style tiling.
Gargiulo & JannuzziPlaceSorrento, ItalyShop in Sorrento with artisans at work.
Chiostro di San FrancescoSightSorrento, ItalyShaded, colonnaded 14th-century cloister.
Porta Marina SeafoodRestaurantSorrento, ItalyOceanfront dining with toes almost in the sea.
Giardini di CataldoPlaceSorrento, ItalyLemon grove for artisanal limoncello.

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Condé Nast TravelerSep 25

An Essential Guide to the Amalfi Coast—Italy’s Definition of Dolce Vita Glam

The seaside stretch skirting the Sorrentine Peninsula rose to international fame in the 1950s and ‘60s, but the cliffside paradise claims a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages.

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Hotel MiramalfiHotelcliffside hotel with depth of history and culture
Regatta of the Ancient Maritime RepublicsFestivalannual May event with traditional galleons
Pasticceria PansaRestaurantAmalfi institution for delizia al limone dessert
Museo della CartaMuseumPaper Museum in a historic 13th-century paper mill
La Scuderia del DucaPlacevast selection of handmade paper
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Path of the GodsTrailAmalfi Coast, Italy4.3-mile former shepherd’s trail ending above Positano
Blue GrottoSightCapri, Italyfamous sea cave on Capri
Caruso, A Belmond HotelHotelRavello, Italyfresco-filled palace with waterfront balconies
Villa CimbroneAttractionRavello, Italybotanical gardens, one of Europe's finest English landscapes
Lattari MountainsSightAmalfi Coast, Italypeaks blanketed in forests, terraces of olive trees
Palazzo AvinoHotelRavello, Italyaristocratic roots dating back to Middle Ages and Renaissance
Le Sirenuse MareRestaurantPositano, Italyhighly anticipated beach club project from Le Sirenuse
Emporio SirenusePlacePositano, Italyoutpost of chic resort and homeware line
Palazzo Avino’s Clubhouse by the SeaRestaurantRavello, Italystylish beach club with intimate gardens
Pascal Ceramiche D’ArtePlaceRavello, Italyshop for handcrafted ceramic pieces in Ravello
Bottega Eva CarusoPlaceRavello, Italyshop for artisan-crafted sandals
Terrace of InfinitySightRavello, Italybelvedere rising nearly 1,200 feet above the Mediterranean
Baffone Gelateria ArtigianaleRestaurantRavello, Italygelato shop in Ravello

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Condé Nast TravelerSep 3

The Most Beautiful Italian Coastal Towns

For the sun-kissed, sea-washed sweet life, nothing beats a trip to Italy’s towns on the coast.

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Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi CoastHotelrooms have private terraces or gardens
Palazzo AvinoHotelknown as “the Pink Palace,” dates back to 11th century
RosselinisRestaurantMichelin-starred restaurant at Palazzo Avino
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Splendido, A Belmond Hotel, PortofinoHotelPortofino, Italyextravagant 16th-century monastery overlooking water
Lu’ Hotel RivieraHotelCarloforte, Italyfour-star stay with cherry red facade
Villa RufoloParkRavello, Italy13th-century villa with sublime coastal views
Villa CimbroneAttractionRavello, Italyknown for beautiful gardens and Terrace of Infinity
Bagno AssuntaPlaceForte dei Marmi, Italybeach club run by the Maestrelli family
Pensione AmericaHotelForte dei Marmi, Italymember of Leading Hotels of the World
San Domenico Palace, a Four Seasons HotelHotelTaormina, Italyfilming location for The White Lotus
Grand Hotel Timeo, a Belmond HotelHotelTaormina, Italyfixture since the Grand Tour
Alberi Del ParadisoHotelCefalù, Italyset up the hill for sweeping sea views
Villa San MartinoMuseumPortoferraio, ItalyNapoleon Bonaparte's former summer house
Hotel Villa OttoneHotelPortoferraio, Italymultiple dining options and active amenities
Splendido MareHotelPortofino, Italyextension of Splendido hotel

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Condé Nast TravelerAug 5

How Americans Can Retire in Italy Using the Elective Residence Visa

The longterm visa is a popular pick among travelers looking to permanently relocate to Italy. Here's what to know.

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Amalfi CoastSightRetire here with wine and spaghetti alle vongole.
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DuomoPlace of worshipFlorence, ItalyDominating the city center, Florence's wedding-cake-like green-and-white cathedral needs no introduction.
SpainPlaceMadrid, SpainIn Spain, something bright and beautiful will catch your eye every direction you turn.
PortugalPlaceLisbon, PortugalIt is a unitary republic comprising mainland Portugal, located on the southwestern portion of the Iberian Peninsula and…
Italian Consulate in ChicagoPlaceChicago, United StatesRequires rental leases to include landlord verification.
Italian Consulate in New YorkPlaceNew York, United States

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AfarAug 3

The 14 Best Hotels on the Amalfi Coast, Capri, and Ischia

Our favorite places to stay across Italy’s most spectacular stretch of coastline, whether you’re after old-world glamour, contemporary design, or peaceful seclusion. With pastel buildings spilling ...

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Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand HotelHotel13th-century monastery with panoramic views.
Borgo SantandreaHotel1960s glamour with blue-and-white design.
AliciRestaurantMichelin-starred restaurant at Borgo Santandrea.
Hotel Santa CaterinaHotelSpills down mountain with terraced gardens.
GlicineRestaurantMichelin-starred restaurant at Hotel Santa Caterina.
Restaurant Al MareRestaurantCasual dining at Hotel Santa Caterina's beach club.
SenzafineRestaurantRooftop restaurant at Hotel Santa Caterina.
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Capri Tiberio PalaceHotelCapri, ItalyLuxury hotel with colorful, eclectic interiors.
Terrazza TiberioRestaurantCapri, ItalyRestaurant at Capri Tiberio Palace.
Jacky BarRestaurantCapri, ItalyBar at Capri Tiberio Palace named for Jackie O.
Caruso, A Belmond HotelHotelRavello, Italy11th-century palazzo with gardens and frescoes.
Ristorante BelvedereRestaurantRavello, ItalyDining at Caruso, A Belmond Hotel.
Bar CarusoRestaurantRavello, ItalyAperitivo spot at Caruso, A Belmond Hotel.
Caruso GrillRestaurantRavello, ItalyServes pizza and seafood at Caruso, A Belmond Hotel.
Casa AngelinaHotelPraiano, ItalySleek, white-on-white design with modern art.
Un Piano Nel CieloRestaurantPraiano, ItalyMichelin-starred restaurant at Casa Angelina.
SeascapeRestaurantPraiano, ItalyHome-style dishes at Casa Angelina.
Furore Grand HotelHotelFurore, ItalyModern, whitewashed design with locally inspired touches.
Bluh FuroreRestaurantFurore, ItalyFine dining restaurant at Furore Grand Hotel.
AquarasaRestaurantFurore, ItalyCasual restaurant at Furore Grand Hotel.
Grand Hotel Excelsior VittoriaHotelSorrento, ItalyOwned by Fiorentino family since 1834.
Terrazza VittoriaRestaurantSorrento, ItalyOverlooks the port at Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria.
Terrazza BosquetRestaurantSorrento, ItalyMichelin-starred dining at Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria.
Hotel La Palma, Oetker CollectionHotelCapri, ItalyCapri's oldest hotel, steps from the Piazzetta.
Casa TuaRestaurantCapri, ItalyHome-style Italian cuisine at Hotel La Palma.

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Condé Nast TravelerJan 20

The Dreamiest Amalfi Coast Villas for an Italian Seaside Escape

These are some of the best private addresses along Italy's dramatic coastline.

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Torre AmalfiTrail
Le Ville della MarchesaHotel
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Julius StudioHotelSalerno, Italyhoused within a former Benedictine convent
Villa CalifanoHotelSorrento, Italy
Villa AmalfiHotelMassa Lubrense, Italy
Casa GabriellaHotelPositano, Italy
Moon KingdomHotelPositano, Italy
The Positano PearlHotelPositano, Italy
Stairway to the SeaHotelPositano, Italy
Watching AmalfiHotelSalerno, Italy
Casa SilviaHotelPompei, Italy
The Poet’s StoneHotelPositano, Italy
Villa Marina CapriHotelCapri, Italy
Villa LimonaiaHotelMaiori, Italy
Villa WandaHotelConca Dei Marini, Italy
Classical villaHotelPositano, Italy
Casino di MareHotelSanta Maria di Castellabate, Italy
Villa with TerraceHotelPositano, Italy
Villa RondinaiaHotelRavello, Italy
Villa OrizzonteHotelPraiano, Italy

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Condé Nast TravelerOct 18, 2025

My Favorite Rental: A Six-Bedroom Villa Just Outside of Sorrento

The biggest draw: the exceptional view (best enjoyed from the private pool) overlooking a cozy Italian village.

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Oliver's TravelsPlaceSorrento, Italyvilla rental company well known in Europe
Villa OrologioHotelSant'Agata sui Due Golfi, Italysix-bedroom villa with views of the Gulf of Naples

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