The Rocco Forte Group are known for their hotels that occupy some of the world’s most coveted addresses, their Verdura Resort in Sicily is their most luxurious project yet. Sitting within the grounds littered with olive groves, orange trees and the shores of white sand beaches, the resort is 230 hectares of Mediterranean tranquillity. A place of restoration and wellbeing, the resort is your destination to relax and reset from the pressures of everyday life. The Verdura Spa has been designed by an expert team to look after every element of one’s wellbeing, from physical to mental and even emotional support. Through innovative treatments that have proven and pioneering effects, the team are here to get you back to your best self. Whether it is an indulgent treatment or a multi-day wellness programme, there is something that will work for everyone. This can be paired with a stay in one of the resort’s Villa Suites. Specially designed for ultimate comfort and privacy, they encourage you to spend time with your nearest and dearest amongst the beauty of Sicily.

Boasting a stunning location set in the terraced hills overlooking Portofino Bay, this property offers 70 rooms and suites many of which have a private terrace. The building is an old 16th century monastery and is one of Italy's Grand Dame hotels. Set just outside Portofino village you have easy access to the chic picturesque environs within whilst a footpath down the hills lead to the quayside where you'll find many a superyacht moored. The picture perfect villages of the Cinque Terre are also within easy reach being only an hour's drive away. The hotel harks back to its glamorous past having opened in 1902; you will find stunning monochrome shots of some of the famous previous residents decorating the spaces. Rooms are traditional in feel with antiques mixed with neutral shades and grey and white marble. You will also benefit from a beautiful outdoor, salt water infinity pool plus a spa and two restaurants.

Benefiting from a truly privileged position in Venice, Bauer Palazzo is just streets away from both St Mark’s Square and the Grand Canal. combining two adjoining buildings - one is very grand and reminiscent of a luxury liner whilst the other is more gothic in feel, within you will find a spacious art-deco marble clad lobby plus a grand staircase. The style is classic European luxury with antique furnishings, Murano glass and chandeliers. Guests will benefit from the convenient hotel launch with ferries across to the sister property Palladio Spa, which offers further spa facilities than the modest facilities on offer here. There are 135 rooms and 56 suites with varying degrees of classically elegant styling or art deco touches; some offer balconies. A top spot for an Aperitivo is the canal side terrace from the bar - the views of passing gondolas are sublime.