The Best Boutique Hotels in Rome
Our Roman Empire, you ask? Italy’s dazzling collection of trendsetting luxury hotels scattered across the Eternal City. Just like Rome wasn’t built in a day, its top-tier hospitality…
Laura Itzkowitz
Hôtel Belles Rives Is a 1920s Fever Dream on the French Riviera
The French Riviera is known for glitz and glamor, with over-the-top luxury hotels by international brands like Four Seasons, Cheval Blanc, and the Oetker Collection. Distinguishing itself from…
This 12th-Century Monastery in Umbria Is Now a Contemporary Boutique Hotel
Nestled in the countryside of Umbria, about an hour away from the charming medieval city of Perugia, Vocabolo Moscatelli occupies a 12th-century monastery that’s been painstakingly restored by…
Where to Visit in Sicily
Italy’s largest island, Sicily has a rich history and culture all its own, with locals usually considering themselves Sicilian first, Italian second. With glittering beaches, bustling cities, charming…
These Are the 9 Prettiest Restaurants in Rome
With its cobblestone streets, ornate churches, and baroque fountains, the Eternal City feels like an open-air museum—and the city’s best restaurants provide even more visual inspiration. Rome-based journalist…
Where to Visit in Puglia
The heel of Italy’s boot, Puglia is a favorite summer destination for Italians and savvy travelers who flock to its pristine beaches. But there’s much more to this…
Venice, Italy, Destination Guide
Known as ‘La Serenissima,’ Venice is one of Italy’s most magical cities, where picturesque canals, Renaissance treasures and contemporary art vie for your attention. TO STAY: Ca’ di…
This Modern Hideaway in Italy’s Dolomites Mountains Redefines Alpine Style
In the northeast corner of Italy, nestled up against the Austrian border, the Dolomites have been attracting travelers for centuries. Popular for skiing in winter and hiking in…
This Portuguese Boutique Hotel in a 19th-Century Mansion Offers a Respite from Porto’s Busy Historic Center
Portugal’s second-largest city, Porto is a vibrant destination on the banks of the Douro River where you can admire traditional azulejo tiles, stroll through the charming streets of…
Piedmont, Italy, Destination Guide
Fine wine, truffles, medieval villages, and a surprising contemporary art scene—what more could you want? You’ll find all this and more in Piedmont: an under-the-radar region in northern…
