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Travel guide and inspiration

Welcome to our magazine page where you will find a wealth of inspiring, interesting and useful information about our destinations and ways you can experience the best of what is on offer. Written by a fantastic team of writers and journalists, the articles here will help you to find out more about what piques your interest in our destinations. So enjoy the read and keep watching this page as we add more articles and top

Massimo Villas Selected as a Homes & Villas by Marriott

Massimo Villas Selected as a Homes & Villas by Marriott International Property Management Partner We are honoured to be selected as a Homes & Villas by Marriott International property management company with a collection of our luxury properties across Italy featured on homesandvillasbymarriott.com! Homes & Villas by Marriott International is an expertly curated premium and […]

Famous Authors

If you’re looking for literary inspiration, then look no further than Sicily. This picturesque Italian region has welcomed great authors who’ve been inspired by it in the past, and who can blame them? Sicily is an island that offers stunning views of the crystal blue Mediterranean Sea, breathtaking sceneries of Mount Etna, and well-preserved historical […]

Minimalistic design in sunny Formentera

Panoramic terraces to enjoy the best sunsets of Formentera Situated on the west coast of Formentera, close to the picture-perfect beach of Cala Saona and with a view of the stunning landscape of Cap de Barbaria, Can Linea represents the essence of minimalistic design immersed in the most unique scenery. Known as the jewel of […]

Best places to visit in Sicily

Visit Sicily Best place to visit in Sicily is always a tourist hot spot. From its gorgeous beaches to its excellent food to its amazing cultural opportunities, Sicily offers visitors much to see and do. All the travel guides will agree that these are some of the most popular and…

Italo Barocco – Scicli’s loyal friend

The Story behind Italo Barocco Last summer Massimo and his family were visiting the UNESCO listed baroque hill towns of south-east Sicily. It was there that they were told a story which really appealed to them. It was the story of Italo, a stray dog, which was adopted by the…

Apulia typical rural buildings

Immersed by the beauty of the countryside of the Valle d`Itria Villa la Dalma is an ancient 16th-century farmhouse, build using the technique of the Apulia typical rural buildings. Completely restored keeping the antique aspect of the building but it has the most modern comforts, swimming pool and internet. An…

Exploring beaches in puglia

All you need to know about beaches in Puglia There are many reasons why you would go to Puglia, but surely the beaches would be near the top of many people’s lists. Look up pictures of beaches in Puglia and you will be taken to images of beautiful light sands…

Architect designs own house with white tower in Puglia

Expertly designed as a family holiday home by its architect owner and interior designer wife This superb villa will delight guests of all ages with its effortlessly chic and friendly feel. Situated by the historic church of San Rocco in the village of Gagliano del Capo, the southerly location of…

Luxury apartment recently renovated in Catania town center

In the heart of the historic centre of Catania In the heart of the historic centre of Catania, a short walk from the Cathedral and the folkloristic market, this luxury apartment, called The Green Home offers a unique sensory experience in a sophistically designed and refined environment by architect Giuseppe…

Donnafugata: A Wine Tasting Experience

Donnafugata, a wonderful opportunity to get a taste of this lifestyle Sicilians have an enviable choice of wines and vineyards to choose from when they need a little something to introduce to their table in the evening. Tourists, therefore, have a wonderful opportunity to get a taste of this lifestyle…

A perfect combination of ancient and modern style

The atmosphere is unique: a perfect combination of ancient and modern style Palazzo Ferramosca is characterized by large and spacious, is plenty of areas, outside and in, for eating, drinking and chilling out, such as the beautiful well-equipped kitchen and a wonderful huge living area on the first floor that…

Stunning Sicily Villas Near The Beach

Discover this spectacular island in style and book your stay Be just a stone’s throw away from the beach with our collection of luxury beach villas in Sicily. Hand-selected by our team for their grand exterior, stylish interiors, amazing facilities and proximity to popular beach resorts, our Sicily villas are…

Stunning sea views and easy access to the sandy beach

Stunning sea views and easy access to the sandy beach in Sicily This stylish villa in Sicily is superbly positioned, thoughtfully equipped and beautifully furnished an ideal home from home for a family or group of friends and an excellent base for exploring the fascinating east coast of Sicily. A…