Just the Facts

Best suited for:

Honeymoon couples who enjoy romance, history, and exploring a multitude of places. Lovers of amazing food and wine. Those seeking to relax in a country where relaxation is taken to an art form! People who love being outdoors and being active.

When to go:

April through September are the best months from a weather perspective. High tourist season runs June through September, however in places like Florence and Venice, things are more quiet as many people head to the coast or countryside. August is the single busiest month - if you want to be on the coast at that time book 6+ months in advance.

Accommodations:

There is no limit to the diversity in accommodations here - grand hotels in the big cities, intimate farm-based hideaways in the countryside, 15th century palazzos turned into luxury boutique hotels, romantic cliff-side retreats with incredible views, true beach resorts on the islands and chic design hotels in major metropolitan areas.

Dining:

The word that comes to mind is "fresh" - everything is as if you just picked it from the garden. Depending on the region you may be treated to fantastic bread and wines (Tuscany), cheeses (Parma), desserts such as Tiramisu (Venice) or seafood (the coasts). Homemade pastas and special meat dishes throughout the country. All served with care and attention to detail - no feat is too small when it comes to Italian cookery. Note that dining out can be a more formal affair - we recommend that men pack a jacket and time for dining flexibility.

Special Activities:

Touring the many amazing historical sights, Venice (nothing like it in the world), horseback riding in the countryside, hiking in the Dolomite mountains, driving around Lake Como, boating in Sardinia, shopping in Florence, relaxing cliffside in Portofino or Positano, wine touring in Tuscany or Veneto (or many other places). Cooking classes around the country. Eating - everywhere!