Condé Nast Traveler
A Fabulous Packing List Inspired by Taormina's Grand Hotel Timeo—One of Readers' Favorite Hotels in Italy
What to pack for Grand Hotel Timeo, A Belmond Hotel, Taormina
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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- San Domenico Palace, a Four Seasons HotelHotelfilming location for The White Lotus
- Grand Hotel Timeo, a Belmond HotelHotelfixture since the Grand Tour
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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
- Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi CoastHotelAmalfi, Italyrooms have private terraces or gardens
- Palazzo AvinoHotelAmalfi, Italyknown as “the Pink Palace,” dates back to 11th century
- RosselinisRestaurantAmalfi, ItalyMichelin-starred restaurant at Palazzo Avino
- Bagno AssuntaPlaceForte dei Marmi, Italybeach club run by the Maestrelli family
- Pensione AmericaHotelForte dei Marmi, Italymember of Leading Hotels of the World
- 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
Lonely PlanetAug 13
Sicily vs Sardinia: which Italian island should you escape to?
If you
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- Isola BellaSightChic island destination.
- Elsewhere
- Via del SalTrailSicily, ItalyLearn to harvest salt along this route.
- SegestaSightSicily, ItalyMajestic Greek-temple ruins.
- TaorminaNeighborhoodSicily, ItalyGlitzy town known for baroque beauty.
- NotoNeighborhoodSicily, ItalyBaroque beauty.
- CefalùNeighborhoodSicily, ItalySeaside town with cinematic sands and old town.
- Capo CefalùSightSicily, ItalySnorkel off sun-scorched rocks with locals.
- Riserva Naturale dello ZingaroNature reserveSicily, ItalyUncover tiny pebble coves cradling emerald waters.
- Capo MilazzoSightSicily, ItalyClamber across rocks to natural swimming pool.
- Riserva Naturale di Torre SalsaSightSicily, ItalyWild and windswept seashore on Mediterranean coast.
- EtnaSightSicily, ItalyExplosive peak, snow caps in winter.
- Wine TrainPlaceSicily, ItalyChance to eyeball Mt Etna.
- StromboliSightSicily, ItalySpectacular nightly fireworks on back-to-basics island.
- Hotel Villaggio StromboliHotelStromboli, ItalyWatch rooftop movies beneath the stars.
- Il CannetoRestaurantStromboli, ItalyBuzzy spot for breakfast and aperitivo.
- L’Angolo del PesceRestaurantStromboli, ItalyAfter-dark hotspot for raw fish.
- PanareaNeighborhoodSicily, ItalyManicured island with insanely chic vibe.
- Bridge AmmareRestaurantPanarea, ItalyDrink cocktails overlooking Baia Zimmari.
- Baia ZimmariSightPanarea, ItalyBay with chic vibe.
- SelinunteAttractionSicily, ItalyGreek temple ruins.
- SyracuseSightSicily, ItalyAncient theater for classical tragedies.
- Madonie mountainsTrailSicily, Italy
- EgadiPlaceSicily, Italy
- AeolianPlaceSicily, Italy
Condé Nast TravelerJan 12
16 Best Restaurants in Sicily for Mount Etna Sunsets, Local Wine, and Next-Level Street Food
From Michelin-starred restaurants to underrated scenic supper spots, these are the must-visit restaurants in Sicily.
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- Otto GelengRestaurantrestaurant on a bougainvillea-smothered terrace
- Belmond Grand Hotel TimeoHotelgrande dame hotel
- Elsewhere
- La MadiaRestaurantAgrigento, Italytwo Michelin-starred tasting menu joint
- Palazzo Previtera Kitchen & BarRestaurantLinguaglossa, Italyintriguing blend of Japanese and Mediterranean cuisine
- Casa DiodorosRestaurantAgrigento, Italyfamily-run restaurant and cooking school
- Temple of ConcordiaSightAgrigento, Italybeautifully preserved Roman temple
- DuomoRestaurantRagusa, Italytwo-Michelin star restaurant
- Locanda NerelloRestaurantEtna, Italyboutique hotel restaurant
- Monaci Delle Terre NereHotelEtna, Italybucolic wine estate and baronial house
- NormaRestaurantNoto, Italybistrot with locavore food
- Zash Boutique Hotel and SpaHotelEtna, Italyhotel with a Michelin star restaurant
- Ristorante Locanda Don SerafinoRestaurantRagusa Ibla, Italyrestaurant in a vaulted cave
- Hostaria San PietroRestaurantTrapani, Italyseafood couscous
- Hotel SignumHotelSalina, Italyfamily-run boutique hotel
- Il CarrettoRestaurantCefalù, Italyauthentic neighborhood trattoria
Condé Nast TravelerJan 10
17 Best Things to Do in Sicily, the Melting Pot of the Mediterranean
From the remnants of ancient civilizations to the sweet-smelling street food spots to know about, these are the best things to do in Sicily.
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- Corso Umberto INeighborhoodStreet thrumming with boutiques, gelaterias, and cafés.
- Greek amphitheaterSightFamous second-century amphitheater with stunning views.
- Belmond Hotel Grand TimeoHotelHotel with glowy lanterns and smooth balustrade terraces.
- Belmond Villa San’t AndreaHotelSister hotel offering country club-style beach set-up.
- Elsewhere
- Caffè SiciliaCaféNoto, ItalyLegendary coffee spot for Sicilian coffee pilgrimages.
- Antica Dolceria BonajutoRestaurantModica, ItalySicily’s oldest chocolate factory, offering dark, rich chocolate.
- Scala dei TurchiSightRealmonte, ItalyGeological head-turner with rippled formation and moonscape appeal.
- Aeolian IslandsNeighborhoodLipari, ItalyEvocative, volcanic islands off the northeast coast.
- Aggean IslandsNeighborhoodPalermo, ItalyIslands with pebbled beaches and impossibly blue plunge spots.
- La Foresteria PlanetaHotelMenfi, ItalyStay near Menfi for rigorous wine assessment.
- Monaci Delle Terre NereHotelRandazzo, ItalyReimagined aristocratic villa and winery at Mount Etna's foot.
- Mount EtnaNature reserveCatania, ItalyIt is located above the convergent plate margin between the African Plate and the Eurasian Plate.
- Rifugio SapienzaPlaceNicolosi, ItalyBase for hiring guides to hike Mount Etna's southern side.
- Zash Country Boutique Hotel and SpaHotelRiposto, ItalyReimagined Palmento smothered in citrus trees.
- Palazzo PreviteraHotelLinguaglossa, ItalyGuesthouse retaining unkempt charm with wrought iron beds.
- SampiereNeighborhoodIspica, Italy
- Lungomare di CefalùNeighborhoodCefalù, Italy
- Barone di VillagrandePlaceMilo, Italy
- Benanti wineryPlaceViagrande, Italy