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For fashion lovers and fans of the first movie, the release of the Devil Wears Prada 2 this month loomed large in calendars as a major film event of the year. With a good portion of the plot taking place in Milan, one of the oldest and most celebrated fashion capitals in the world, those planning their summer stay at a villa in Lombardy or a vacation rental in Milan might want to take note of some key locations to add to their travel itinerary.

Set two decades after the original film, this sequel sees Anne Hathaway’s Andy Sachs return to Runway as their new features editor after every member of staff at her former newspaper is laid off. In need of a job and recently having gone viral for a speech on the continued importance of journalism in the current era, she takes the new role and must once again dive into the world of fashion and face off against Meryl Streep’s formidable Miranda Priestly. 

Looking for a seaside spot for perfect days on the beach with a certain je ne sais quoi for your next getaway in Italy? Then we might recommend a trip to Ischia while you enjoy a stay in one of our incredible villas in Campania. This mountainous volcanic island, positioned at the northern end of the Gulf of Naples and around 30km from Naples is wonderfully unique and utterly lovely. If you’re considering a holiday rental in Campania but want to see what the region has beyond the immensely well-loved Amalfi Coast, it is a true gem just waiting to be explored...

Easy Access

One of the best parts about planning a day-trip to Ischia is that it is easy to access. Simply hop on the ferry from Naples and you’ll be on the island in 50 minutes. Plus, on the way over, you’ll be able to enjoy the boat ride and the scenery – sounds like the perfect way to begin a day out!

If you are someone who loves to hike then there are endless incredible hiking destinations to discover all across the world, Europe, and in Italy, in particular. Certainly, one of the best parts about hiking adventures in Italy is getting to refuel with the delicious local cuisine afterwards! And while there are plenty of options for hiking in Italy – from heading in to the Alps with their craggy peaks and lush valleys to discovering the azure waters and pretty villages along the Cinque Terre – one of the most striking landscapes that you could hope to explore is located in the region of Abruzzo.

Not only is Abuzzo untouched by mass tourism and over-development, preserving its natural beauty, but two thirds of the region is covered in mountains and thick forests still teeming with wildlife abound. Plus, this area of Italy is especially well known for its strong flavours and tradition of producing some of the most celebrated chefs in the country. So, if you’re looking to savour a wilder side of Italy on your next hiking vacation, then a villa in Abruzzo is sure to provide the right ingredients!

When one is planning a vacation during the winter months, there are really two ways that you can choose to go: embrace the cold by planning a ski break or try and fight the cold by going to a warm destination or a place where you can get warm readily. In the latter case, the naturally-occurring thermal springs located all around Italy mean that even if temperatures outside are not that high, the soothing, therapeutic, relaxing mineral-rich waters in these hot springs are sure to warm you up, right down to your bones!

So, if you're someone who is always trying to fight the cold and you are looking to enjoy a relaxing spa getaway this winter, we highly recommend heading to one of these destinations. Plus, if you want to combine a bit of both ways of coping with the cold – embracing it and enjoying winter activities and soaking in thermal waters to warm up afterwards – many of the same towns where thermal springs are found also have ski facilities themselves or ski resorts located close by. Here are our picks for the top thermal spa destinations to discover on vacation in Italy this winter...

With major winter sport events scheduled to take place in Italy in February 2026, there has never been a better time to plan a ski break in Italy! With lots of incredible options when it comes to destinations from buzzy resorts with a big après ski culture, to scenic Alpine villages that look like gingerbread villages, to major winter sports destinations, as well as destinations with slopes for those at all experience levels, there truly is something for everyone. So, whether you’re a regular when it comes to ski breaks or you’ve always wanted to try one out for yourself, allow us to help you plan the perfect ski holiday in Italy. Have specific requirements or need some extra help to find the rental and destination that is exactly the right fit? Then just contact us and our team of seasoned villa experts will be more than happy to help you out. Or, simply, read on to our guide to skiing in Italy in 2025 and 2026...