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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 […]

Wine Tour in Sicily

Wine Tour in Sicily Sicily is known and famed for its wine, and rightly so. You may have heard of Marsala wine for example. It comes from the western side of the island. But while it is arguably the most famous wine Sicily has produced, it is but a small…

Traditional Tuscan townhouse in Florence

Villa Ventura is a top-notch holiday home and a wonderfully convenient base for discovering Florence and the many delights of Tuscany. A peaceful haven within walking distance of Florence's main sites, this place really gives you the best of both worlds. From the outside, Villa Ventura has the appearance of…

A place perfect for an Autumn break

Villa Respiro in Sicily is perfect for an Autumn break with family or friends. Set in a gorgeous garden with twisted olive trees, this property boasts a private swimming pool and enjoys panoramic sea views, with the beaches of Cefalu and Sant’Ambrogio both close by. The chic accommodation has a…

Explore Sicily with Julian McDonnell

Stay at one of Massimo's Villas and explore the beauty of Sicily Joolzy Productions were invited to come and make a film about the surrounding area and what sort of day trips are available to people that want to explore Sicily while staying in one of Massimo Villas's properties in…

Best Times to Visit Tuscany

When to visit Tuscany Tuscany is such a beautiful and diverse region that there really is no ‘bad’ time to visit. As Italy’s most loved and romanticised region (and for a good reason), there’s something to do in all seasons. While images of sun-drenched vineyards, rolling countryside, and fields painted…

Sicilian Food and Wine

Sicilian food and Wine Now if you know anything at all about Sicily you will know that it is packed with amazing opportunities to enjoy both food and wine. Indeed if you are passionate about wine or you’re a bit of a foodie you can enjoy the most amazing experiences…

Unique and exclusive places to stay in Sardinia

A group of top quality, designer holiday homes, inspired by the shapes of Sardinia’s Nuragic past, the Is Molas villas are unique and exclusive places to stay. Each property gives you the privacy, space and contemporary comfort of a luxury home, with the added benefit of access to first-class resort…

Travel with kids in Puglia

Best advice to travel in Puglia with kids Puglia is a delightful part of Italy to visit, that’s for sure. However, any holiday can be far from refreshing when you have kids to think about too. If you’re heading to Puglia you do have some great opportunities to keep them…

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…

What Does Taormina Have to Offer?

Visit Taormina If your chosen travel in Sicily eastern coastline of Sicily, Taormina should be added to your list of places to visit. It is a charming town, small in size but big on character. It was discovered by tourists back in the 1800s, and they’ve never really let go…