Sicily — Enjoy the nature, history and ancient traditions of the island from this holiday hotel on the outskirts of Taormina. With views of the ocean, Mount Etna and providing a superb mix of tradition and modern luxury. Hotel Villa Ducale. Hotel Villa Ducale, Messina
This hotel is centrally located in Florence (Firenze) and has 61 generously proportioned, en-suite rooms, all of which offer satellite TV, direct-dial telephone, personal safe and a well-stocked minibar. Hotel Montebello Splendid, Florence
Hotel Universal is a handsome modern four-star hotel adjacent to the beach in the pretty Adriatic spa town of Cervia. The hotel has 110 comfortable rooms, all with sea views and private bathroom facilities. Bedrooms all have cable/satellite TV, direct-dial phone line, internet link and minibar. Hotel Universal, Ravenna
This Rimini hotel is situated on the promenade of the Marina Centro, a lively area full of bars and restaurants where visitors can sample the local produce and fish netted in the Adriatic. Remin Plaza Hotel, Rimini
Hotel Gabrielli Sandwirth is a luxurious four-star hotel in Venice. Lying on the prestigious Riva degli Schiavoni it has spectacular views over the Basin of San Marco. Hotel Gabrielli Sandwirth, Venice
Hotel Balocco has fabulous views over the glamorous harbour of Porto Cervo, capital of Sardinia's beautiful Costa Smeralda. There are 34 spacious rooms, many with balconies and all with en-suite bathroom, direct-dial phone, cable/satellite TV and safety-deposit box. Hotel Balocco, Sassari
The Sangallo Palace Hotel is a sensational four-star hotel in the historic centre of Perugia. There are 100 air-conditioned and soundproofed rooms, each with a beautiful en-suite bathroom, interactive TV system, internet connection and direct-dial telephone. Sangallo Palace Hotel, Perugia
This distinctive hotel four-star in Bolzano/Bozen offers guests excellent standards of accommodation and service in a prestigious central location. Each of the 96 guest rooms has been decorated and furnished with care, with designer pieces and original artworks on the walls. Parkhotel Laurin, Bolzano
