La dolce vita
Holidays in Italy have it all. Couples will love the romantic sense of history, as well as world famous cuisine and sleepy fishing villages. Families can head to beach resorts and make the most of the watersports and activities, as well as family friendly menus and hotels. The country is famous for its cuisine, which consists of classic Italian dishes like pizza and pasta, as well as freshly baked breads, wonderful olive oils and succulent local seafood.
Luxury holidays in Italy are easy to find. Wherever you fancy visiting you can enjoy a fantastic range of hotels, with famously warm and friendly Italian hospitality available wherever you go. Explore exquisite cuisine, with each region boasting its own varieties, visit historic towns and villages, or art galleries where world renowned artists’ works are displayed.
Choose Sovereign for your luxury holiday in Italy and we’ll help you get the best from your trip here. From the relaxing lakes to pristine beaches we’ve searched high and low to find you the most luxurious hotels. To soak in the serenity of the lakes, choose the Hotel du Lac et du Parc in Lake Garda, or explore the Amalfi Coast and stay at the Hotel Santa Caterina.
Italy is a land of history, culture, stunning natural attractions, beautiful clear seas and more. And family holidays here allow you to explore all of this, whether you prefer to immerse yourselves in the many sights of the cities or relax on the beach.
Every one of our hotels is handpicked and personally visited by our team
Menorca is one of the smaller islands in the Balearics, so life tends to run at a slower pace. The coastline is outstanding, and it’s the perfect location for a lazy beach holiday. Punta Prima and Cala’n Bosch have gorgeous sandy shores, peppered with excellent seafood restaurants.
If you like an afternoon stroll after a morning at the beach there are plenty of designated walking paths that will take you through the picturesque countryside and quaint villages. On your walk, be sure to keep a look out for signposted prehistoric monuments (some of the first human settlements). Mahon is a great place to have a meal after a busy day of exploring, with an excellent selection of restaurants that face the harbour.
When you choose Sovereign, our Personal Travel Planners will use their knowledge and expertise to give you the holiday of a lifetime – our luxury hotels are among the best in Menorca.
Hotel Santo Tomás is directly behind Playa Santo Tomás beach, so if you love a few lazy beach days, this is the perfect hotel. There are 165 rooms, and you have the opportunity to upgrade to a sea or garden view. If you want to explore Menorca’s history you also won’t be disappointed, as the Torre d’en Galmés – an ancient rocky Talayoic settlement – is just 18km away.
If you are looking for a hotel that is exclusively for adults, the La Quinta Menorca by Portblue Boutique could fit the bill. This luxury 5-star hotel is situated in Cala'n Bosch, and is regarded as one of Spain’s top luxury hotels. Go for a relaxing dip in the fan shaped pool, or unwind in the spa while you have a massage.
Depending on where you fly to, flights to Italy can take between two and four hours.
The weather across Italy varies dramatically from the north to the south. During the summer months, temperatures can reach 30 degrees, while winter temperatures can drop to around three degrees.
British citizens do not currently require a visa to visit Italy.
When you dine out in Italy, you will generally be charged a coperto (cover charge), which is for the bread, tablecloth, cutlery, etc. Tipping in Italy is not customary, but is always appreciated.
The official language of Italy is Italian. English is widely spoken too, so getting by is easy.