Posts about Sicily

Originally built as a summer pied-à-terre for the socialite Lady Sarah Spencer-Churchill, Villa Aetos was conceived with entertaining, high-society soirées, and festive celebrations in mind. Privacy is guaranteed by the 60 acres of pine woods that seclude the property in a veil of greenery, and with nine fabulously spacious bedrooms, a pool, a virtually private beach at the bottom of the grounds, and a team of staff including cook at the ready, the scene is set perfectly for memory-making moments.

Gazing out serenely over the blue waters of the Aegean Sea, Koralli is an immaculate villa in a truly magnificent location. It offers 9 en-suite bedrooms, manicured gardens, terraces galore, an 18m-long infinity pool, and garden gate access to a pebbly beach with a private jetty - perfect for carefree days exploring the coastline and the neighbouring island of Spetses by boat. A full staff, including cook, discreetly attend to guests needs, and when it comes to celebrating those milestone occasions, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

Dashingly handsome and imbued with a warm, noble soul, Casina Cinquepozzi has a long history of welcoming distinguished guests in inimitable style. Today, with its 10 beautifully decorated bedrooms, a dedicated chef (all meals are included), a full team of staff, an atmospheric bar, a choice of convivial spaces for dining and gathering, and a roster of extra-special services, this ravishingly renovated property has taken its tradition of pampering, celebratory hospitality to new levels. Toasting life's great moments in such a place could hardly be sweeter.

Located in a prime position between the sparkling Ionian Sea and Mount Etna, and veiled by acres of fragrant lemon groves, Don Arcangelo all’Olmo is a villa with soul, heritage, and a timeless sense of elegance. Sleeping 24 in 12 en-suite bedrooms, and boasting a superb 18m-long heatable pool, this glorious property been an integral part of our portfolio for over 20 years. In that time it has welcomed innumerable groups of family and friends from all over the world. Some have come simply to spend quality moments with all their loved ones; many others have chosen the villa and its magical gardens to celebrate life’s great events, from significant birthdays and anniversaries to intimate weddings.

Perched above Sicily’s Ionian coast, Rocca delle Tre Contrade is an exceptional setting for bringing everyone together. A former aristocratic estate, the villa has been thoughtfully restored to combine its historic character with contemporary comfort, while its panoramic position looks across the sea towards Taormina and Mount Etna. Sleeping up to 24 guests in 12 bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms, Rocca has hosted innumerable celebrations over the years, from milestone birthdays and anniversaries to large family gatherings and special events. Its combination of space, privacy and exceptional hospitality means that no two celebrations need ever be the same.

This one's for the devoted riders who see the magic in every winding road. A well-planned cycling holiday in Italy will lead you through towns and tracks that don't always make it onto a typical itinerary, leaving room for many meaningful cultural encounters and memories that linger long after the ride is over.

Twice a year, the fashion world turns its attention to the runways of New York, London, Milan and Paris. Yet long before a collection reaches the catwalk, inspiration often begins elsewhere. Time and again, designers, photographers and creative directors return to the Mediterranean, drawn by its extraordinary light, centuries-old craftsmanship, dramatic landscapes and architectural beauty. From Sicily's gilded palazzi to the sculptural whitewashed villages of Greece, these destinations have shaped everything from haute couture collections to global advertising campaigns. As Fashion Month arrives once again, we explore the places that continue to inspire the world's most celebrated fashion houses—and the villas that allow you to experience them for yourself.

With its Norman cathedral, honey-coloured old town and sweeping bay, Cefalù is easy to fall for. Yet some of the region's greatest rewards lie just beyond its medieval streets. Spend a few days here, and you'll discover a stretch of coastline shaped by mountain villages, archaeological treasures, contemporary art, age-old craftsmanship and landscapes that seem to shift character around every curve in the roads.

Western Sicily has a way of drawing you in gradually. Ancient temples stand alone among wheat-coloured hills, salt pans glow pink in the evening light, and vineyards run almost to the sea. Between them lie fishing harbours, hilltop towns, nature reserves and stretches of coastline that feel remarkably untouched by modern tourism.

We wish Dua Lipa and Callum Turner all the very best after their much-talked-about wedding celebrations in Palermo and Bagheria during the first week of June 2026. The fact that the happy couple chose Sicily for a romantic, three-day, VIP-studded party should not come as a surprise, however, because the island has been attracting the great and the good for centuries. Read on to find out more about which big names have visited, lived in, and fallen in love with Sicily over the last 400 years.

We pride ourselves on knowing our destinations inside out. Our villas are not just places to stay; they are gateways to a slower, more thoughtful way of travelling. From Sicily’s sun-drenched coastlines to the understated elegance of the Greek islands, our team spends time in every destination we offer. Somewhere between the early morning market visits and long, languid dinners, we’ve picked up an idea or two about how to pack well for a truly memorable villa holiday. Packing, as it turns out, is less about what you bring and more about how you prepare to experience a place. Here, we reveal our expert’s packing tips for stress-free villa travel: thoughtful, practical, and shaped by years of exploring the Mediterranean.

With Christopher Nolan’s greatly anticipated film of The Odyssey due for release in July 2026, several of our gorgeous destinations will once more be gracing cinema screens across the world. In anticipation, we’ve taken a closer look at some of the locations that have inspired the Oscar-winning director. The film’s all-star cast, which includes Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Zendaya and Charlize Theron, spent many months (though not 10 years) traversing the heart of the Mediterranean, and we’re delighted that so many scenes were shot in places we love.