Articles by Max Lane

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 renowned chef Christian Puglisi, and his upcoming unique cookery retreat at our Sicilian villa, Rocca delle Tre Contrade. In this blog, immerse yourself in the flavors of spring, traditional Sicilian cuisine, and a special recipe from Puglisi.

From Tzatziki to Moussaka, Greek cuisine is renowned the world over for a reason. Read our traditional Greek recipes guide and cook up your own Mezze feast.

Discover the fascinating connections between the histories and cultures of Sicily, Puglia, Greece, and Corsica in our A-Z Mediterranean destination guide.

One week in the heart of the Mediterranean is never enough, especially if you’re travelling from afar. Two weeks are great; three or more is bliss. Most long-haul travellers to Europe want to see at least a couple of different places on their trip, and we’re perfectly placed to offer just that. Thanks to our range of gorgeous villas spread across Italy, Greece and Corsica, we can help with longer-stay holidays in two or more of our alluring destinations.

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

Learn to love Western Sicily like our Local Specialist Barbara does. Our latest blog post unveils all of Barbara's top suggestions for beaches, cultural attractions and, of course, lovely luxury villas with all the best amenities.

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.

Looking for a different kind of Christmas market? Find some of the most magical Christmas markets across the warm Mediterranean.

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.

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.

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