May 28, 2025
The Alpine hotel has undergone a major transformation ahead of the reopening
The iconic Rosa Alpina hotel in the heart of Italy’s UNESCO-listed Dolomites is set to reopen on July 24 as Aman Rosa Alpina, following an extensive transformation by the ultra-luxury hospitality brand.
Read More…May 7, 2025
Guests were given a clue to each Mediterranean port just 36 hours in advance
Sales of Windstar Cruises second President’s Mystery Cruise are outpacing all other 2026 cruise bookings since its launch last week, the cruise line has revealed, as it declared the inaugural voyage, which wrapped up last month, a resounding success.
Read More…April 10, 2025
The launch of Orient Express La Minerva follows that of the La Dolce Vita rail journey
The first ever hotel from Orient Express has officially launched with Orient Express La Minerva now welcoming guests in Rome – a huge milestone for the Accor-owned brand.
Read More…March 28, 2025
First Raffles Hotels & Resorts for Italy signed
Raffles Hotels & Resorts has unveiled plans to bring the storied brand to the highly coveted Lake Como region, marking Raffles’ first property in Italy.
Read More…December 19, 2024
Casa Brera to join Marriott International’s stable from January 2025
Marriott International’s The Luxury Collection is adding the recently opened Casa Brera in Milan to its portfolio in January 2025. Casa Brera, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan is located in the heart of the Italian city, nestled in the charming pedestrian Piazzetta Bossi, a few steps away from Teatro alla Scala and the lively Brera neighbourhood.
Read More…December 16, 2024
The transformation of the historic Florence hotel will reduce its room count
Villa San Michele in Florence Italy has been confirmed as the latest Belmond hotel to undergo extensive renovation, with the 15th century property to reopen in time for the 2026 season.
Read More…December 13, 2024
Could ‘Spaceport Italy’ be coming to Puglia in Southern Italy?
Virgin Galactic is evaluating operating flights from Southern Italy as the space tourism project looks to cement its alliance with the European nation’s aviation authority.
Read More…December 10, 2024
Once-in-a-lifetime ‘Extraordinary Experience’ to include Andrea Bocelli concert
North American-based consortia, Ensemble, has announced details for its most anticipated event experience of the year: Beyond Extraordinary Experiences: Redefine Excellence.
Read More…December 6, 2024
Books open for one of Rome’s most highly-anticipated ultra-luxe addresses
Situated in the historic Piazza della Minerva, in the heart of Rome and backing onto the ancient Pantheon, Orient Express La Minerva has set its highly-anticipated opened for Spring 2025. The ubër luxury property will be the first hotel operated by Orient Express.
Read More…November 1, 2024
Chef Heinz Beck to highlight the best of Italy on a plate
La Dolce Vita Orient Express has appointed three-Michelin-starred Chef Heinz Beck to lead the culinary program on board the luxury train which is on track to launch in Spring 2025. Chef Beck, with Beck and Maltese Consulting, will craft distinct dining journeys that highlight Italy’s landscapes, culture, and flavours through thoughtfully curated menus.
Read More…October 29, 2024
The lagoon city has extended its day-tripper tax as it fights to keep arrivals down
An expansion of this year’s pilot day-tripper tax planned for next year aims to tackle the ongoing issue of overtourism in Venice – even as critics branded the scheme a failure.
Read More…October 1, 2024
Venice and Milan added to Chinese carrier’s global footprint
China Eastern Airlines inaugurated a new non-stop flights between Shanghai and Venice last week. The carrier will operate the new route three times a week on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.
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