The highly-anticipated arrival in April 2025 of slow travel on board the brand-new ultra-luxe La Dolce Vita Orient Express in Italy is expected to be ahead of schedule, LATTE can exclusively reveal.

Ultra-luxury boutique hotel on the Amalfi Coast, Casa Angelina, has welcomed a new boat for guest sailings taking in the magnificent surrounds of the Italian coastline. Lady Angelina is available for guests to choose either a half-day or full-day excursion, immersing themselved in the beauty of secluded bays and the enchanting island of Capri – just a short 40-minute journey away.

Palazzo di Varignana has opened a collection of exclusive luxury villas. Perfect for couples, families, or solo travellers, these villas combine privacy with full resort services, making them an ideal retreat to discover the rich Italian lifestyle.

Captain’s Choice is now offering travellers the opportunity to take the wheel of some of the world’s most luxurious supercars, navigating the stunning coastal roads, rolling hills and historic routes of Spain and Italy. With two exciting new 2025 itineraries, Captain’s Choice guests can experience the thrill of driving supercars including a Ferrari, Lamborghini, or Aston Martin across some of the world’s most famous roads and landscape.

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) together with IC Bellagio and Members of the private Travel & Tourism sector, have launched a new consumer focussed initiative helping travellers understand how they can discover the world sustainably.

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has unveiled plans for the development of an exceptional luxury property in the centre of Rome, scheduled to open in 2026. Mandarin Oriental, Rome will bring the Group’s Italian portfolio to five; complementing its existing properties in Milan and Lake Como, as well as the recent announcements of Cortina and Porto Cervo.

COMO Castello Del Nero, situated against the picturesque backdrop of Italy’s Chianti Hills, has unveiled its latest addition to its estate – Villa San Luigi. Opened last month, this beautiful five-bedroom Italian villa sits just a short drive away from the main buildings on the COMO Castello Del Nero estate, offering panoramic views and Tuscan charm, which also re-opened for the summer one month ago.

Radisson Collection has strengthened its presence in Italy with the opening of its sixth hotel, Radisson Collection Hotel, Roma Antica. Located in the heart of Rome’s historic city centre, the hotel is situated in a prime location near the iconic Altare della Patria, the Pantheon, Piazza Venezia, and ancient ruins of Largo di Torre Argentina, Capitolium Hill.

Abercrombie & Kent is preparing for a brand refresh and website overhaul that will include the luxury travel company’s first trade portal offering.

Reservations will open for the highly-anticipated La Dolce Vita Orient Express next month, both via a reservations centre and later, online.

Rocco Forte Hotels will launch its first hotel in Naples after inking a new management agreement with fashion company Capri Group. The 5-star hotel, expected to open in 2027, will be located in Palazzo Caravita di Sirignano, adjacent to the Villa Pignatelli museum.

Castello di Casole, A Belmond Hotel, Tuscany, has recently opened two new private villas inspired by the property’s rich Etruscan heritage.