Culture, History & Heritage

Sicily boasts multiple world heritage sites, immense coasts and an active volcano. See our top five wonders of Sicily and explore our exceptional Sicilian villas.

Learn more about the ways we are embracing a more sustainable future for luxury travel in Sicily, by supporting projects from the Sicily Environment Fund, as part of the Conservation Collective.

Sample sensational food and wine at sagre in Puglia and Sicily this autumn. Find out more about attending a sagra in Italy and where to stay here.

Christmas in France is a magical celebration that blends centuries-old traditions with regional customs, creating an unforgettable festive experience. From the twinkling lights of Parisian boulevards to the enchanting Christmas markets of Alsace, France transforms into a winter wonderland each December.

These are the best books about Greece, Corsica, Sicily and Puglia to help you immerse yourself in the local culture and enhance your time away.

Discover the fascinating history of the Sicilian cities of Syracuse, Gibellina and Poggioreale and learn how human influence and nature have shaped them.

Discover our recommended Greek archaeological sites to visit on your next villa holiday in Greece. Read on to learn about the historic site of Dodni and more.

Uncover the narrow streets and Baroque architecture of rustic Puglia’s most charming seaside towns. We’ll be your guide to the best villages in Puglia.

Delve into the rich history of Tinos in Greece, and learn more about its transformation after the Fourth Crusade, from its Venetian architectural influences and its unique

Corsica has 8,000 years of human history to draw on, so you should spend at least one day exploring its fascinating archaeological sites or museums. Here we uncover the history of Filitosa.

Experience the magic of Greek wines while staying in luxury villas across Greece's most celebrated wine regions. From the volcanic soils of Santorini to the sun-drenched vineyards of Crete, Greece offers an extraordinary wine journey that spans over 4,000 years of winemaking tradition.

We explore the Romans in Sicily, the Sicilian Vespers and British and Jewish history in Sicily to uncover the troubled and glorious past of this beautiful island.