Italy southern
Sicily £246
from as little as
Sardinia
from as little as
£315
Southern Italy
from as little as
£227
2-5
puglia
6-8
Basilicata south campania, amalfi coast, sorrento & ischia
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10 - 12
calaBria
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Contents
Be tempted
aBruzzo & molise
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cities - naples, rome, palermo, siracusa & lecce
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sicily & the aeolian islands
16 - 19
sardinia
20 - 21
...and more
22 - 23
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Be tempted!
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Sand in your toes
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Sand in your toes hotels from £45 per person villas, etc from £750 per week (inc car)
Do you dream of a hotel on an idyllic beach? Enjoy Southern Italy’s unspoilt coastline - fine white sand, transparent turquoise sea, dramatic cliffs, pretty coves.
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Romantic places
Romatic places hotels from £44 per person villas etc from £775 per week (inc car)
Do you dream of romantic places to stay? Those special places that only we can help you find?
Talk to us now.
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Food & wine
Food & wine to die for hotels from £40 per person villas etc from £650 per week (inc car)
Southern Italy’s such fantastic value. Quality accommodation at realistic prices. Great for foodies - the best place for “slow” food that’s fresh, local, seasonal & tasty. Wow! We LOVE it! Antipasti della Casa (fresh starter of the house) up to 12 dishes of local specialities only €9 (£7.50), a complete meal in itself.
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A sizzling hand-made pizza, topped with fresh ingredients, cooked before your very eyes in a traditional wood oven only €3.50 (£3.00). Taschini di borraggine e ricotta su purea di zucca gialla (borage and ricotta pockets of pasta, on a yellow pumpkin puree) only €7 (£6.00). Linguini con vongole a salsa verde (linguini pasta with clams in light garlic herb sauce) only €9 (£7.50). The full works - antipasti, medaglioni di filetto di manzo ai profumi di porcini del bosco e patate al rosmarino (medallions of beef fillet in a sauce of wild forest mushrooms and rosemary potatoes), tiramisu fatt’in casa (home made tiramisu) - sophisticated and beautiful to look at, with flavours to die for only €24 (£20.00). Good (really, really good) local wine only €4 (£3.50) a litre. Fresh coffee - great espresso - only €0.80 (£0.68).
Tempted? It’s too good to miss.
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Boutique beauties hotels from £34 per person villas etc from £730 per week (inc car)
Do you dream of a place that’s stylish, chic and highly individual? Stay in one of our personally hand-picked selection of boutique hotels, villas & agritourism.
Boutique beauties GE05
Escape
Family favourites
Family favourites
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hotels from £40 per person villas etc from £650 per week (inc car)
Do you dream of a holiday, which pleases all the family? Kids have fun, Mums & Dads relax, Grandad & Granny enjoy it all.
Take the whole lot! Special interests
Escape
hotels from £40 per person villas etc from £650 per week (inc car)
hotels from £40 per person villas etc from £650 per week (inc car)
Do you dream of relaxing in a wonderful spa hotel? Would you like to “Pick, Cook & Eat” or learn how to cook Italian? What about something more active - golf, tennis, horseriding or bird-watching? Ask us.
Do you dream of getting away from it all? Only we can find you those special hidden corners, romantic boltholes, tranquil retreats.
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Fab! Fab! Fab! Darling
Fab! Fab! Fab! Darling hotels from £43 per person villas etc from £775 per week (inc car)
Whisk your partner off to a special place? Let
Volcanoes
Trullo or Masseria
us tell you where. GE09
hotels from £55 per person villas etc from £780 per week (inc car)
Vesuvius towering above Naples, Mount |Etna in Sicily, and the volcanic Aeolian Islands - have you ever been on holiday and climbed to the summit of a volcano? Try it! Volcanoes
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Agriturismo
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hotels from £43 per person villas etc from £650 per week (inc car)
Stay on a country estate - great Italian food, wonderful locations and a laid-back approach. Large, small, rustic or boutique -
we find the best.
Trullo or Masseria?
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hotels from £58 per person villas etc from £775 per week (inc car)
Alfresco lunches washed down with a glass of local wine, afternoons on the beach and evenings sitting on your terrace, surrounded by olive groves - life doesn't get much better than this. Ring us now. Agriturismo
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Puglia
PUGLIA
Great special offers Tap into our knowledge and enthusiasm
puglia, the heel of Italy, magical, fascinating and compelling. Its charm seduces, its unique trulli & masserie fascinate, its lasting impression lingers forever. Eating delicious food and having a slower pace of life, for a week or two, is no hardship - just sheer joy. Sand in your toes
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puglia
Romantic places
Boutique beauties
Food & wine to die for
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Family Favourites
PU01
PU02
trullo azzurro ray & annie’s own luxury home, a boutique trullo with beautiful pool heavenly PU04
PU03
trullo melograno ray & annie’s elegant oasis, a boutique trullo with stunning pool - fabulous
trullo noce ray & annie’s romantic bolthole, a boutique trullo & amazing pool, great views - wow
PU05
trullo mandorla ray & annie’s stunning gem, a boutique trullo with lovely pool - unique
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PU06
trullo zingaro ray & annie’s special love nest, a boutique trullo with great pool - fab darling!
trullo oliva a charming slice of pugliese life, delightful location
PU08
trullo tramontana peace and quiet with style - very different
PU10
PU09
trullo del pino garden with a view, homely with a passionate cook’s kitchen - a great choice
trullo giorgianna chic & stylish, not far from town - really pretty
PU11
trullo cosimo traditional & close to town, a family favourite
PU12
trulli gallesi something for everyone, trullo apartments, lovely pool, cookery activities
masseria gregorio Boutique masseria of quality apartments with stunning pool & gregorio’s charm
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Fab! Fab! Fab! Darling
Trullo or Masseria
Volcanoes
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Agriturismo
puglia
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puglia PU13
PU14
casa martina franca fab town centre apartment in especially fab historic town
PU16
PU15
il palmento a great trullo hotel, with real style unique
masseria santa lucia sea, massive pool, stylish with superb food - hard to beat & great value
PU17
masseria san domenico exclusive elegant retreat - the poshest masseria in puglia, great spa
PU18
masseria Bosco & strazzati Boutique puglia at its best - sensational food and stylish rooms, not to be missed
hotel corte altavilla unique historic boutique hotel, in heart of lovely ancient town - great value
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PU20
il nocino stylish & intimate boutique trullo hotel for romantic occasions - a little gem
PU22
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puglia
hotel al duemila the warmest of italian welcomes, near great beaches - a great package
hotel patria palace the place to stay in the historic centre of Baroque lecce - splendid hotel
PU23
due palme rooms in beautiful landscape, sea views, great pugliese food, lots of fish too
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PU21
Romantic places
PU24
palazzo guglielmo exclusive boutique B&B, elegant palazzo, pretty gardens, near the sea, a place to relax
Boutique beauties
masseria montelauro cool chic rooms in a very stylish masseria hotel, characterful, unhurried, great food
Food & wine to die for
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Escape
Family Favourites
Basilicata BASILICATA
Basilicata, a hidden treasure of stunning scenery. A secret region, full of wonderful surprises. Spectacular coast roads like the Amalfi. Mountains and sea, like Calabria. Warm people and delicious food and wine like Puglia. Yet, so very different.
BA01
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hotel villa cheta elegant art nouveau boutique hotel, top notch service and food - very special
BA04
hotel villa delle meraviglie a delightful boutique B&B with a location to die for, close to the sea
hotel gaBBiano fresher than fresh fish, right by the sea and great value
BA05
masseria di tempio rooms in a boutique masseria, understated elegance and incredible food
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Special Interests
BA03
Fab! Fab! Fab! Darling
We take the luck out of planning a holiday.
hotel murmann modern with a touch of style, in a thriving little resort, close to the beach, great value
Trullo or Masseria
Volcanoes
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Basilicata
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The amalfi coast and sorrento, stunningly beautiful, spectacular coastlines, rugged cliffs, cascades of bright houses, terraced hills of lemons & olives, aquamarine sea. south campania, golden beaches, fishing villages, herds of water buffalo, National Parks, magnificent coastal scenery. Lovely ischia, a pretty island, spas, thermal waters, tropical gardens, lively harbours, quaint old towns.
SOUTH CAMPANIA THE AMALFI COAST, SORRENTO & ISCHIA
Sand in your toes
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Romantic places
south campania, amalfi coast, sorrento & ischia
Boutique beauties
Food & wine to die for
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Escape
Family Favourites
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tenuta seliano & masseria eliseo rooms on a boutique country estate, unique, laid-back, great food - special
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hotel villa sirio gracious boutique hotel on the sea, in small resort, stunning sunsets - Wow!
il cilentano for everyone - the best blend of rooms, apartments & pool, right on the sea
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la fattoria rooms, apartments & pool in tranquil hills, close to sea, with best food ever
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Kings hotel stupendous location, overhanging the sea on spectacular coast
la donatella a taste of rural life in charming rooms and apartments, with pool, near the sea
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Trullo or Masseria
Volcanoes
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Agriturismo
south campania, amalfi coast, sorrento & ischia
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south campania, the amalfi coast, sorrento & ischia AC01
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villa franco spectacular hideaway apartments & pool - the best-kept secret on the amalfi
AC03
sogno d'oro apartment & pool, amazing sea views, cafĂŠ culture on the doorstep
AC04
hotel tramonto d'oro family run with views to die for & fab food - like real home cooked italian
AC05
hotel miramalfi great views, great staff, great comfort hard to beat
AC06
hotel giordano stylish and individual, just off the main square of historic ravello
SR01
hotel villa maria stunning views and gracious, one of ravello's most romantic restaurants too
SR02
hotel villa garden charming and comfortable, uninterrupted sea views & warm family welcome
IS01
hotel Bellevue syrene a haven of boutique elegance, built into the cliff - unforgettable views
casa celestino a perfect boutique island location, on the sea, fantastic restaurant
IS02
hotel mezzatorre spectacular, romantic island hideaway & spa - be pampered and relax
Sand in your toes
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We make it
Romantic places
south campania, amalfi coast, sorrento & ischia
Boutique beauties
simple!
Food & wine to die for
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Escape
Family Favourites
Calabria CALABRIA
We take the luck out of planning a holiday
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CA03 CA04
i monaci unique rooms, cosy apartments, pool, peace & quiet, delicious food - a gem
il casale rooms & villa not far from sea, impressive place, lovely spot, amazing food
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costa azzurra close to white sand & turquoise sea, rooms & cottages in a tropical paradise
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Fab! Fab! Fab! Darling
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hotel san giuseppe on a picture perfect beach, stylish rooms and wholesome cuisine
Trullo or Masseria
Volcanoes
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porto pirgos Boutique, sumptuous, romantic, exquisite location by the sea - a special place
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Agriturismo
calabria
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Abruzzo &Molise ABRUzzO & MOLISE
aBruzzo and molise, stunning and undiscovered,
AB01 AB02
majestic and beautiful, air so clear, colours so breathtaking, castles and hermitages, high peaks and National Parks. Paddle in warm, azure waters, whilst la maiella hidden bolthole, stunning views, apartments and pool, the best food ever
gazing at snow-capped mountains.
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AB05
la gaia apartments, rooms & pool, close to the sea, rustic charm and really great food
AB06
il grappolo apartments & pool in picturesque spot, warm welcome and delicious food
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hotel villa maria d'aBruzzo unexpectedly exceptional, amazing food, fab spa, private beach.Wow!
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AB08
hotel le gole picturesque town & mountains, manorial style, cosy ambience, great food
ML01 ML02
fattoria dell’uliveto rooms with pool for an unbeatable taste of rural life, exceptional food. fab!
masseria oleandro lovely apartments, rooms & pool, genuinely undiscovered region, fab food
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abruzzo & molise
Romantic places
Boutique beauties
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Family Favourites
Cities
NAPLES, ROME, PALERMO, SIRACUSA & LECCE
naples, special, vibrant & exciting. rome, impressive, grand & chic. palermo, dramatic, mysterious & exotic - a maze of time and style. siracusa’s Ortygia, a miniature history, crammed into narrow streets & piazzas. lecce, “the Florence of the South”, beautiful Baroque façades, elegant palazzi, wonderful churches & great shopping. NA01
NAPLES
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grand hotel santa lucia naples sea-front, prime location & grand hotel in every way
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ROME
RM02
NAPLES
hotel san francesco al monte an historic neapolitan oasis, stunning views of city & sea, & such good food
ROME
RM03
ROME
hotel fontanella Borghese style, charm, comfort and unbeatable location in central rome
SL23
PALERMO
centrale palace hotel a calm & elegant historic retreat in the very centre of palermo
Special Interests
Fab! Fab! Fab! Darling
hotel due torri Quirky, homely comfort and a friendly smile in the heart of rome
SL24
il vecchio Borgo good value comfortable apartments in countryside, close to rome
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SIRACUSA
PU21
grand hotel ortigia commanding the sea-front of fabulous siracusa, elegant, with excellent food
Trullo or Masseria
Volcanoes
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LECCE
hotel patria palace the place to stay in the historic centre of Baroque lecce - splendid hotel
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cities - naples, rome, palermo, siracusa & lecce
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Sicily &Aeolian Islands SICILY & AEOLIAN ISLANDS
sicily - Africa meets Europe; Classical mixes with Baroque; mighty Etna watches over a clear blue sea. the aeolian islands, enchanting and unique, sparkling like seven jewels, each one different.
Sand in your toes
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sicily & aeolian islands
Romantic places
Boutique beauties
Food & wine to die for
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Escape
Family Favourites
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SL02
il glicine two lovely boutique cottages & pool, amazing landscape, our special place
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SL03
villa tommaso apartments in amazing castle, near sea & mountains & wonderful town
la gaBriella a lemon grove with views of sea and etna - apartments in a stunning location
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SL06 SL07
i fratelli apartments, rooms & pool in truly spectacular spot, restaurant with yummy food
villa pina apartments, rooms & pool in beautiful landscape, with really delicious food
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SL08
villa alfredo small, friendly, heart of Baroque sicily, apartments, pool & superb food fab!
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il paesino such a happy place to be - apartments & pool, unspoilt countryside, great food
SL30
casa etna Boutique, chic & jaw-dropping views of etna - a romantic, magical bolthole
parco cavalonga residence cleverly designed cottages & pool, near sandy beaches, golf & Baroque sicily
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SL26
donna carmela dependance Boutique hideaway with plunge pool, near sea, immersed in greenery, fab location
SL19 SL20
eremo della giuBilana cottages good quality, stylishly simple, wide open views, pool, a great unique spot
tonnara di Bonagia history meets modern right on the sea, a complex with excellent facilities
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Fab! Fab! Fab! Darling
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Volcanoes
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sicily SL21 SL22
SL10
torre artale full-on family fun with style, a great value complex of apartments, rooms & pool
SL12
SL11
grand hotel miramare fantastic central location, but away from it all, glorious sea views
casa turchetti Boutique B&B, stylish luxury, romantic terrace, great location fab! fab! fab darling!
SL13
hotel monte tauro contemporary & quality, stupendous uninterrupted sea views, impressive
SL16
SL14
grand hotel timeo unparalleled for luxury, style, service & location, with fabulous views
san domenico palace hotel history, personality, unique, sumptuous, great food & location - just magical
SL28
villa sonia a very special hotel, country house style, incomparable etna views Wow!
SL17
donna carmela chic boutique hotel, lush gardens, views of etna & sea, great food & wine fab!
hotel Kalura stunning location, right on the sea, spectacular views, good value too
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SL23
santa anastasia in a magnificent setting, between sea & mountains, an elegant hotel
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sicily & aeolian islands
Romantic places
SL24
centrale palace hotel a calm & elegant historic retreat in the very centre of palermo
Boutique beauties
grand hotel ortigia commanding the sea-front of fabulous siracusa, elegant, with excellent food
Food & wine to die for
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Family Favourites
sicily SL25
SL27
hotel eremo della giuBilana unique, boutique, gracious & special, history oozes from its walls What a place!
SL29
principe di modica slap bang in the middle of town, crisp & contemporary, great value too
SL30
casa talia Boutique B&B hideaway in Baroque town, tumble of designer rooms, lush garden fab!
SL31
parco cavalonga hotel secluded, modern boutique hotel, two great pools, food’s a treat - voted one of the best
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Borgo alveria magical designer boutique hotel, exquisite food, slice of paradise fab! fab! fab!
hotel rocce azzurre a real island holiday, on the sea, next to beach, great value for money package
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Quality at realistic prices
Special Interests
Fab! Fab! Fab! Darling
Trullo or Masseria
Volcanoes
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Sardinia SARDINIA
sardinia, stunning coastlines, dramatic mountains, white sandy beaches & limpid turquoise seas - an earthly paradise of secluded places, heady colours and scents. Sand in your toes
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sardinia
Romantic places
Boutique beauties
Food & wine to die for
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Family Favourites
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SA02
casale del monte superbly appointed apartments & two pools, spectacular rural spot, fantastic views
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il frutteto delightful good quality apartments & pool in rural setting, with great restaurant
villa giardino villa with pool, tasteful & comfortable, gorgeous gardens - perfect to relax
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liscia di vacca costa smeralda villettas & pool, beautifully landscaped, close to the sea - great location SA07
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hotel gaBBiano azzurro stylish modern hotel, spectacular spot right on the sea, close to small resort
Borgo san pantaleo interesting hotel, close to idyllic white sandy beaches, in a pretty historic village
SA08
petra segreta Boutique spa hotel, fantastic location - a real hidden jewel
SA10
SA09
hotel li cuncheddi on its own white sandy beach, interesting designer feel, stunning views
su gologone Boutique gourmet hotel, stylishly individual, spectacular spot - an absolute must
SA11
hotel villa las tronas absolutely unique style & location, gracious & grand - every stay is special
Special Interests
SA03
Fab! Fab! Fab! Darling
SA12
hotel portoconte on the beach, great hotel, firm family favourite
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Volcanoes
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sant’efis fabulous location on white sandy beach, exotic gardens - a great getaway
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