Town: Loreto Aprutino - nearest airport Pescara

Price: From £63 per person, per night on a B&B basis. JUNIOR SUITE - SAVE UP TO £202 PER WEEK
 

The lovely mediaeval town of Loreto Aprutino perches on a hillside, with Castello Chiola at the very top.

Michael loves Castello Chiola’s quality, its “hugeness” and “the pool with a view” – he just needs to find a football team! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Celano - nearest airport Pescara

Price: From £48 B&B or £57 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £118 FOR STAYS OF 5 NIGHTS OR MORE
 

Close to the quaint old town of Celano, which is dominated by a massive castle and mountains, this attractive and comfortable hotel is full of character and typically Abruzzese.

Michael’s abiding memory of Le Gole is the food and especially the enormous steak – no there aren’t dinosaurs left in those mountains, Michael!! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Pescara - nearest airport Pescara

Price: From £60 B&B or £84 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £188 PER WEEK
 

Behind the modern façade of this hotel lies many a surprise.

Helen loves Villa Maria d’Abruzzo’s excellent “wellness centre”, really good service & comfy rooms with clean lines. Annie marvels that, despite not seeming “her kind of thing”, she just loves staying here – every time! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Sorrento - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £115 per person, per night on a B&B basis
 

In an incomparable position, built into the cliff, this hotel is a haven of elegance and graciousness, with beautiful colonnaded terraces, overlooking the sea.

Helen loves Bellevue Syrene’s incomparable views and thinks it’s SO VERY smart and stylish. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Ravello - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £80 B&B or £106 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £212 PER WEEK
 

Sister hotel to the Villa Maria and owned by the same family, this relatively modern hotel, with its lovely pool, is ideally situated, not far from the main piazza and only a short stroll from the Villa Cimbrone and the Villa Rufolo.

Paul loves the Giordano’s huge pool, strolling up to the Villa Maria for an exceptionally good dinner and the really good “all-year round” offer. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Naples

Price: From £80 per person, per night on a B&B basis. DELUXE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £220 FOR STAYS OF 4 NIGHTS OR MORE
 

A tasteful and friendly hotel, in a fantastic location - one of our favourites, in the heart of the city and right by the sea.

Annie loves the Santa Lucia’s “Grand” feel, its comfort and especially its superb location – right in the heart of her favourite city. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Amalfi - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £75 B&B or £85 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £159.60 PER WEEK
 

With panoramic views of Amalfi, this hotel perches on a cliff top, towering above the deep blue sea. This must be one of the best locations on the Amalfi Coast and is another of our great favourites.

Laura M says she felt at home the moment she arrived at the Miramalfi and it was all “JUST PERFECT”!! She wanted to put Alfonso in her pocket and take him home, because he noticed her shoes every day!! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Naples

Price: From £77 per person, per night on a B&B basis. SUPERIOR ROOM - SAVE UP TO £216 FOR STAYS OF 5 NIGHTS OR MORE
 

Once a 16th century monastery, this hotel towers over Naples and is located in one of its most panoramic areas, with stunning views over the city, the Bay of Naples, and Vesuvius beyond.

Ray & Alison love the San Francesco Al Monte’s elegance, great food and feeling of being a “cool oasis”, with stunning views of Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples, day or night. Laura loves “Vesuvius in the moonlight and Naples from above” – the old romantic! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Praiano - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £75 B&B or £85 H/B, per person, per night. SUPERIOR ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £151.20 PER WEEK
 

Overlooking the piazza and the sea, with views towards Positano and Capri, this family-run hotel is elegant and tasteful.

Michael loves Tramonto D'oro's breathtaking views, elegance and fabulous family and staff. Annie especially loves Pepe, who looks after her “like a big brother”. In fact, we adore them all. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Sorrento - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £60 per person, per night on a B&B basis. SUPERIOR ROOM WITH FRONT SEA-VIEW - SAVE UP TO £134.40 PER WEEK
 

Once a private villa, this small hotel has been renovated with great care and attention to detail.

With such attention to detail and wonderful attentive service from the family - Paul always feels at home at the Villa Garden. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Ravello - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £96 B&B or £122 H/B, per person, per night. SUPERIOR ROOM - SAVE UP TO £204.40 PER WEEK
 

Noted for its good food, the elegant Villa Maria is a traditional Italian villa, with breathtaking views towards the Amalfi Coast. Guests may use the pool at nearby the Hotel Giordano.

Laura M thinks the Villa Maria’s restaurant is the most romantic place in the world! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Acquafredda di Maratea - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £60 B&B or £88 H/B, per person, per night. SUPERIOR ROOM - SAVE UP TO £170.80 PER WEEK
 

A fine old villa in a stunning location, overlooking the sea. It is our privilege to offer this special hotel which serves Italian food and wine at their very best. This is a real favourite of ours.

Helen loves the country house feel, Biagio, the food, the comfy beds, the terrace and the stunning views. Ray & Alison love the romantic, refined atmosphere. Annie loves EVERYTHING!! Alex thinks it’s five star (without the 5th star!!) .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Near Tropea - nearest airport Lamezia

Price: From £60 per person, per night on a half-board basis
 

With one part nestling into the curve of a white, sandy bay and the other part, San Giuseppe Sopra, dominating the cliff, this modern, Mediterranean-style hotel, in a splendid location, north of Tropea, now also has a fabulous new pool.

Laura M loves the San Giuseppe’s fabulous pool and the clearest sea she’s ever seen. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Conversano - nearest airports Bari & Brindisi

Price: From £48 per person, per night on a B&B basis. TOP JUNIOR SUITE - SAVE UP TO £140 PER WEEK
 

Right in Conversano’s historic centre, this small, unusual hotel, oozes charm and elegance. We adore it and love its unique and inventive approach to accommodation.

Alison loves the excellent location for exploring without a car and lovely historic Conversano. She thinks it’s really “smart and quirky”. Laura M loves the roof terrace and the fact that the hotel exceeds all clients’ expectations. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Noci - nearest airports Bari & Brindisi

Price: From £54 per person, per night on a B&B basis. TRULLO ROOM - SAVE UP TO £110.60 PER WEEK
 

Close to the old town of Noci, this property has been stylishly and sympathetically renovated and has a lovely swimming pool, set in walled gardens. Quaint, but with real elegance, it is a little jewel.

Laura M loves the attention to detail and the finishing touches. She says that it feels really special – it’s one of her own “honeymoon short-listers”! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Locorotondo - nearest airports Bari & Brindisi

Price: From £69 B&B or £84 H/B, per person, per night. FAMILY SUITE - SAVE UP TO £300 PER WEEK
 

A beautiful ‘trulli’ hotel, two lovely pools, set in the picturesque, Pugliese countryside, not far from Locorotondo, Il Palmento is magical.

Great in summer, but Helen loves this stylish and comfortable hotel “for all seasons”. The fabulous under-floor heating is great for drying your swimsuit! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Avetrana - nearest airports Bari & Brindisi

Price: From £55 B&B or £75 H/B, per person, per night. DELUXE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £302.40 PER WEEK
 

This masseria is in one of the lesser known parts of Puglia, in a rural setting, surrounded by 110,000 olive trees, with a wonderful swimming pool and not far from the coast. The excellent restaurant means this is a great choice for food-lovers!

Helen, Alex & Laura can’t praise this enough. Really “real” Puglia, everything about it is generous, including the owners, whose kindness is boundless. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Marina di Ostuni - fly into Bari or Brindisi

Price: From £60 B&B or £70 H/B, per person, per night. FAMILY ROOM - SAVE UP TO £534.60 PER WEEK
 

Near Ostuni, and just a few hundred metres from the shores of the Adriatic, is this beautifully restored masseria.

Alex thinks that it has something for everyone and that “everything is done so well”. He & Annie love the relaxed atmosphere and the fantastic food, with a “kitchen garden approach”, which is surprising in a hotel. Fabulous! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Avetrana - nearest airports Bari & Brindisi

Price: From £55 B&B or £75 H/B, per person, per night. DELUXE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £302.40 PER WEEK
 

Set amongst olive trees and just a few kilometres from the sandy shores of the Ionian, this beautifully renovated farmhouse dates back to the 17th century.

Laura and Alex love this new addition to the 2010 programme – Strazzati is grand and full of character in a tranquil spot in ‘hidden’ Puglia… and the food is some of the best the region has to offer! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: San Pantaleo - nearest airport Olbia

Price: From £55 per person, per night on a B&B basis. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £192.40 PER WEEK
 

In the middle of the historic centre of San Pantaleo and close to wonderful, sandy beaches, this small, contemporary hotel, with lovely pool, is ideally situated.

Helen loves Barbara at Borgo San Pantaleo – “she runs it with a fervour that’s a joy to behold”. We call it the tardis, because, deceptively plain outside, it blossoms inside. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Golfo Aranci - nearest airport Olbia

Price: From £64 B&B or £90 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £106.40 PER WEEK
 

In the small holiday resort of Golfo Aranci, just south of the Costa Smeralda, this family-run hotel has uninterrupted views over the bay - a great position for those looking for a relaxing, beach holiday.

Helen loves Gabbiano Azzurro’s ultra-clean bedrooms, fabulous bathrooms and glorious sea-views, as well as the fact that it’s fantastically well run, with the owners very much in evidence. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Capo Ceraso - nearest airport Olbia

Price: From £73 per person, per night on a half-board basis. 1 ADULT & 1 CHILD SHARING A TWIN ROOM - SAVE UP TO £819 PER WEEK
 

Near Olbia, this hotel has been completely renovated with originality and flair.

Paul is never short of words, but the first time he went to Li Cuncheddi he was speechless – the stylish décor, the fantastic beach, he was blown away!! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: San Pantaleo - nearest airport Olbia

Price: From £110 per person, per night on a B&B basis. DELUXE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £263.20 PER WEEK
 

Set on the rocky hills, above the famous Costa Smeralda, this spa hotel is the perfect place to get away from it all. Small and exclusive, it is a real jewel.

Michael is amazed at how Petra Segreta seems to be carved out of the rock and he loves its quality and the spectacular spa. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Nora Di Pula

Price: From £76 per person, per night on a half-board basis. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £175 PER WEEK
 

On Sardinia’s southern coast, this modern and stylish hotel is set in lovely grounds.

Michael loves the “top notch” beach restaurant at the Sant’Efis, as well as the sandy beach and the great gardens and pool. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Oliena - nearest airport Olbia

Price: From £95 per person, per night on a half-board basis. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £240 PER WEEK
 

Set amongst the most spectacular mountain scenery, yet only about half an hour from the sea.

Ray & Alex love Su Gologone’s taste of mountainous Sardinia, that slightly wild feel. Laura loves the colours, the plants, the hospitality and the “perfectly imperfect” sumptuousness. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Palermo

Price: From £78 per person, per night on a B&B basis. CLASSIC ROOM - SAVE UP TO £160 FOR STAYS OF 4 NIGHTS OR MORE
 

A beautifully restored palazzo, right by the Quattro Canti, in the very centre of Palermo, with a roof terrace giving panoramic views over the city.

Laura loves the contrast of the excitement of Palermo and the perfect calm retreat of the Centrale Palace – that aperitivo, overlooking the rooftops, always tastes so good! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Taormina - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £102 B&B or £122 H/B, per person, per night. SUPERIOR ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £176.40 PER WEEK
 

In Taormina’s centre and with such glorious views, over the sea, this is a great hotel, in a fabulous location.

Alex loves the location. “Sitting by the poolside bar at lunchtime, looking out to sea, you’d think you were on a small island, far from anywhere, but, walk out the other side and you are just a short stroll from Taormina’s main street. Perfect!” .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Siracusa - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £76 B&B or £86 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW - SAVE UP TO £212 FOR STAYS OF 5 NIGHTS OR MORE
 

A tasteful and elegant hotel, right by the sea, on Ortygia, with an excellent and well-deserved reputation for its food. This is a great favourite with clients and is another very special hotel.

Laura loves the food served in the restaurant, especially the fresh fish. She enjoys “getting lost” and absorbing the atmosphere in the old streets and piazzas, always ending up at the sea-front. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Taormina - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £86 per person, per night on a B&B basis. DOUBLE ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £187.60 PER WEEK
 

In a stunning position, clinging to a cliff, and with uninterrupted views of the sea, the location of this hotel cannot be overstated.

Helen loves the incredible building, the stupendous views and the fabulous breakfast. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Modica - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £58 B&B or £73 H/B, per person, per night. SUPERIOR ROOM - SAVE UP TO £102.20 PER WEEK
 

In the historic centre of the fascinating baroque town of Modica, which is a cultural heritage site, this stylish and modern hotel is not far from the coast, and offers comfortable accommodation, all year round.

Helen loves the crisp and clean hotel, which is such excellent value for money, slap bang in the middle of fabulous Modica, and, of course, she loves the chocolate - chocoholic that she is! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Valderice Mare - nearest airport Palermo

Price: From £77 B&B or £102 H/B, per person, per night. DELUXE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £328 PER WEEK
 

Near Trapani, this 17th century former “tonnara”, right on the sea, has been restored, as a complex, to create an interesting and modern ambience, with excellent facilities. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 4)

Alex loves the nautical feel and the sense of history and tradition mixing with the present, as fishermen mend their nets just outside, as they have done for centuries, and guests enjoy all modern amenities, inside. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Valderice Mare - nearest airport Palermo

Price: From £1020 per week, including car hire
 

Near Trapani, this 17th century former “tonnara”, right on the sea, has been restored, as a complex, to create an interesting and modern ambience, with excellent facilities. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 4)

Alex loves the nautical feel and the sense of history and tradition mixing with the present, as fishermen mend their nets just outside, as they have done for centuries, and guests enjoy all modern amenities, inside. .....  Click here for more details   

Town: Trabia - nearest airport Palermo

Price: From £48 B&B or £58 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM - SAVE UP TO £124 PER WEEK
 

Ideally situated between Palermo and Cefalu, this large complex offers self-catering and hotel accommodation, in a lovely setting, around courtyards and gardens. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 5)

Michael loves the great combination of good facilities and good value for money, especially in summer. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Castelmola Di Taormina - nearest airport Catania

Price: From £76 B&B or £90 H/B, per person, per night. SUPERIOR ROOM WITH BALCONY/TERRACE WITH ETNA VIEW - SAVE UP TO £196 PER WEEK
 

This hotel is very special. With the atmosphere of an Italian country house and stunning, unimpeded views of Etna, we just love it.

Ray & Annie love the Etna views – “the best firework display ever!!” – and their favourite Sicilian wines. They adore Giuseppe and his ideas for “slow tourism” (even though he’s the most hyperactive person they know!) .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: San Marco di Castellabate - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £740 per week, including car hire. ALL APARTMENTS - SAVE UP TO £50 PER WEEK
 

This is a fabulous hotel, with rooms and self-catering apartments, as well as its own glorious, sandy beach, nestling into a cove - a fantastic spot, and just a stone’s throw from the village of San Marco. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 5)

Laura loves Il Cilentano’s delightful spot, close to the harbour, perfect for boat trips – she likes boats – and shops – she likes shoes, too! .....  Click here for more details   

Town: San Marco di Castellabate - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £48 B&B or £60 H/B, per person, per night. FAMILY SUITE - SAVE UP TO £518 PER WEEK
 

This is a fabulous hotel, with rooms and self-catering apartments, as well as its own glorious, sandy beach, nestling into a cove - a fantastic spot, and just a stone’s throw from the village of San Marco. (Rooms and apartments which sleep from 2 to 5)

Laura loves Il Cilentano’s delightful spot, close to the harbour, perfect for boat trips – she likes boats – and shops – she likes shoes, too! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Palinuro - nearest airport Naples

Price: From £57 per person, per night on a half-board basis. DOUBLE ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY/PATIO - SAVE UP TO £146 PER WEEK
 

Rarely can one find a location as stunning as this one - a fantastic spot. We chose this hotel for its absolutely stupendous location and lovely pool. From almost wherever you are, views of the sea are unavoidable and absolutely magnificent.

Helen loves Kings for its absolutely stupendous location and huge deluxe room terraces. .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers

Town: Santa Maria Di Castellabate - fly to Naples

Price: From £70 B&B or £85 H/B, per person, per night. DOUBLE ROOM WITH SEA-VIEW & BALCONY - SAVE UP TO £148.40 PER WEEK
 

Right on the sea front, this small and elegant hotel gives its guests a very special experience and is an absolute jewel. The charm is in the detail and, not just the sea-view, but also the perfume and music of the sea.

Annie loves the Villa Sirio and Helen fell in love with it before she even went there…then fell for it all over again, when she did! .....  Click here for more details    Click here special offers