Archive for 'Islands'

Ischia Island, off the coast of Naples, has been a resort destination since Roman times due to its thermal waters.

Since then it has played host to film stars, like Liz Taylor and Richard Burton, and films themselves, such as Anthony Minghella's “The Talented Mr Ripley” and “Cleopatra”, starring Taylor.

Located in the Tyrrhenian Sea, this volcanic island is comprised of dramatic rock formations and lush vegetation. Not only is it a visual treat, there is also lots to do on this island.

Find a villa with pool in the Campania region or on Ischia Island and come discover it for yourself.

A visit to the Palazzo Borromeo on Lake Maggiore in Piedmont is a truly unique experience. The palace takes up the entirety of the island, Isola Bella, on which it is located and boasts stunning sights inside and out.

Previously, the island was a barren rock and home to a small fishing village. Construction of the palace was begun in 1632 by Carlo III Borromeo, who named the island after his wife, Isabella, and continued by his sons. The extensive gardens were constructed from earth brought over on boats to cover the rocky terrain and completed by Carlo IV, his nephew.

If you’re planning to enjoy a splendid vacation in Apulia this year then be sure to sail out to the picturesque Tremiti archipelago which is located close to the Adriatic coast here.

There are five islands in total and San Nicola Island is where the majority of the islands’ population of 350 people live.

There are many wonderful attractions to visit here including the site of a monastery where a monk called Nicolò was buried. The well preserved castle offers a few hours of cultural activity for tourists with an interest in historic buildings.

Water lovers can explore the numerous sea caves and popular diving spots dotted around San Nicola Island and the others called San Domino, Capraia, Cretaccio and Pianosa. The vibrant blue sea here shows the purity of the coast here which is a haven for a colourful range of marine life. The Tremiti Islands make up a large part of the protected marine park which strives to preserve this natural paradise!

The mainland of Italy is a paradise of culture, history, and endless attractions but if you’re a holiday maker with a taste for the salty seas then why not plan a superb marine themed holiday travelling around the coast to visit its many incredible islands? Book into a luxury villa in Sardinia and start your adventurous island travels from there!

Some of these Mediterranean gems are clustered together off the coast of some regions such as the Tuscan archipelago, the Aeolian Islands off the northeast coast of Sicily and the Pontine Islands off the coast of Campania.

If you’re spending a wonderful holiday in Sicily and would like to visit an interesting attraction for a day or two then why not sail southwards to the scenic Italian island of Lampedusa! It’s part of the Pelagie Islands that belong to the Sicilian province of Agrigento. Despite that the nearest land mass to Lampedusa is Tunisia at a distance of 113 kilometres, it is the territory of Italy at a distance of 176 kilometres from southern Sicily.

Stay in a gorgeous luxury villa in Sicily and visit some of its other islands such as the Aeolian Islands or some of its amazing cities like Palermo and Catania before embarking on a trip to Lamepdusa Island for the day.