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Packed with ancient sights and foodie gems, Italy is a holiday headliner for good reason.
A woman and a man sitting on a rock at the top of a mountain looking down over a blue lake.

The best things to do in Lake Garda – from walks and wine-tasting to boat trips and beaches

Italy’s Lake Garda serves up summer holidays that bring people back to its shores year after year. Its looks definitely have something to do with it – bright blue waters flanked by mountains, with colourful

View across the water at colourful yellow and red buildings with a tower rising above.

‘I’d return to Riva again and again – this is what we got up to’

We’ve all got somewhere we’d happily return to on holiday again and again. For Dave Smith, that place is Riva, a historical town on the northern shore of Lake Garda, Italy. It’s where mountains meet crystal-clear

Aerial view of the town of Bellegio with lake Como visible in front and beyond

Your guide to the Italian lakes: where to go and what to do

Holidays to the Italian lakes are all about soaking up outstanding scenery, treating your taste buds to flavour-filled local food and exploring the colourful towns scattered around the lakeshores.

How to do southern Sicily’s ultimate foodie road trip

Ready to eat your way around southern Sicily? Here's your ultimate foodie road trip.

Best hotels in Italy

From Sorrento to Sardinia, Italy lines up an impressive list of must-visit hotels. We’ve whittled down some of our favourites.

Best hotels in Rome

Heading to Rome? The best hotels put you right in the heart of this epic Italian city.

How to holiday in Sardinia’s Costa Smeralda on a budget

Get the inside scoop on doing Costa Smeralda without breaking the bank.

Why Italy is a world-beater for sightseeing

Ancient ruins, Renaissance art and stunning architecture – find out why Italy wins at sightseeing.

Discover Calabria, Italy

Unspoilt beaches and authentic Italian charm – discover Calabria.