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There’s something about a villa that invites romance. Perhaps it’s the privacy, the sense of having the world, or at least a very beautiful corner of it, entirely to yourselves. Or maybe it’s the way time seems to slow when there’s no shared corridors, no schedules beyond your own, and no rush for the pool loungers. This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating the love stories that have unfolded across our villas: proposals and vow renewals, milestone anniversaries and quiet moments shared over long dinners under the stars. These are stories shaped by place but defined by people, and by the magic that happens when everything feels just right.

There are certain places in the world that feel cinematic the moment you arrive. Light dances differently. Colours seem richer. Landscapes unfold with a quiet sense of drama. Across Italy, Greece and Corsica, the Mediterranean has provided the setting for some of the most iconic films and television series ever made, and it continues to captivate directors, actors and travellers alike. From the rolling hills of Tuscany to the turquoise waters of Skopelos, from Sicily’s Baroque towns to the rugged coastline of Corsica, these are destinations that belong on the big screen. Yet they are far more than film sets. They are living, breathing places of extraordinary beauty, ideal for a picture-perfect Mediterranean holiday. Below, explore the most famous Mediterranean filming locations and discover how you can step into the scene yourself.

The coastline near Ostuni, Puglia's celebrated "White City," stretches for approximately 20 kilometres along the Adriatic Sea, offering an extraordinary collection of beaches that have earned the prestigious Blue Flag designation for their pristine waters and environmental excellence. Just 8 kilometres from Ostuni's historic hilltop centre, this coastal paradise known as Marina di Ostuni presents an enchanting blend of golden sandy beaches, dramatic rocky coves, towering coastal dunes, and protected nature reserves surrounded by lush Mediterranean scrub.

Europe is steeped in history, peppered with historic sites that date back centuries. Holidaying there offers the chance to experience this history for yourself — and there are few better or more picturesque places to see history than in a castle.

Explore sustainable travel with Cat Jones, Founder and CEO of Byway, as she discusses B Corp values, memorable flight-free holidays, and the future of sustainable travel adventures.

Lucy Laucht, an English photographer, has just published a dreamily evocative book of photos entitled Il Dolce Far Niente: the Italian Way of Summer. To celebrate the launch, we interviewed her to find out more about her inspiration, her passion for life in southern Italy, and why she’s included two of our villas - Rocca delle Tre Contrade and Casino Doxi Stracca - in her book.

Your culinary journey starts here. We’ve researched the best restaurants in Europe that offer an elevated dining experience paired with the ultimate photo opportunity.

Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery has garnered the attention of curious minds, for good reason. Discover which Greek islands Glass Onion was filmed on and more, and get inspired for your next holiday in Greece.

With stunning architecture and a rich history, it’s no wonder Indiana Jones 5 was filmed in Sicily! Get to know the details of which beautiful Sicilian towns the film was shot.