Italy - The Glass Magazine

Rocco Forte Hotels Launches The Carlton in Milan

November 24, 2025

THIS WINTER, Rocco Forte Hotels celebrated the opening of its tenth Italian property with the debut of The Carlton in Milan. Designed by architects Philip Vergeylen and Paolo Moschino, the hotel has undergone ...

Reconnecting With Nature in Lake Garda, Italy

Nicola Kavanagh

November 3, 2025

Europe, Feature, Italy, Travel

NESTLED into the foothills of the Dolomites and often referred to as the Valley of Dreams, the Garda Trentino region is a veritable smorgasbord of Northern Italian flavours, culture and sports. Sitting at ...

Discovering balance in the Dolomites at Lefay Resort & Spa

Amanda Bernstein

September 30, 2025

Destination Spas, Europe, Feature, Italy, News, Travel

I REACH down to scoop up a handful of freshly formed ice, rubbing my hands together to lower my heart rate before raising them to the sun. I stand beside the glassy, frozen-solid Lago Nambino, 1,780m above sea...

Relaxing in Ischia at San Montano Resort & Spa

Lily Rimmer

August 26, 2025

Feature, Italy, Travel

THE 17-square-mile volcanic island of Ischia in Italy had long been a place I could describe with such familiarity that I often had to remind myself I had yet to visit it. My affinity for it was entirely inspi...

No Place Like Rome: Introducing The Rome EDITION

Chidozie Obasi

August 6, 2025

Europe, Feature, Italy, Travel

AS THE world slowly starts to turn balmy and the warm summer days creep in, we immediately turn to the sunnier side of the globe to dream of our next escape. If your plans for the break include hours loung...

Glass embraces stillness on the Calabrian Coast at Capovaticano Resort

Sophie Richardson

June 29, 2025

Italy, News, Travel

ITALY in summer always seems like a good idea. But while many holiday goers flock to the well-trodden paths of the Amalfi Coast or Tuscany, Calabria remains blissfully under the radar. Just a stone’s throw...

Glass discovers a hidden treasure in Rome at Hotel d’Inghilterra

Nicola Kavanagh

May 5, 2025

Europe, Feature, Italy, Travel

WHERE does one start when attempting to describe a city like Rome? From the brutal history of the Colosseum, to the ethereal tomb of St Peter and inside Vatican City, Rome truly tells the stories of human hist...

Glass experiences adventure on an alpine escape to Valle d’Aosta

Olga Petrusewicz

April 5, 2025

Feature, Italy, Travel

ITALY IS undoubtedly one of the best destinations for skiing holidays, and few places do it better than Valle d'Aosta. Nestled in the northwest of the country, the region lies surrounded by the towering pe...

Glass discovers la dolce vita at Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni on Lake Como

Nicola Kavanagh

February 17, 2025

Europe, Feature, Italy, Travel

LAKE Como has been the go-to destination for the elite of the political and arts spheres for centuries. Its beauty has inspired works from composers like Liszt and Verdi (the latter composed his famous opera, ...

Villa d’Este transforms into a Winter Wonderland for the 2024 festive season

Sophie Richardson

December 4, 2024

Italy, News, Travel

DESPITE being a renowned destination for some summer sun, Lake Como’s unparalleled beauty continues to shine even through the colder months. An ethereal wintery wonderland appears as mist descends upon the pic...

Glass experiences a weekend escape in Tuscany’s L’Andana

Adina Ilie

November 23, 2024

Europe, Italy, Travel

TUSCANY has always called to me, but it’s the southern part of the region—the Maremma—that holds something more. Less polished, more raw, this corner of Italy feels untouched by time. It’s as though the la...

Glass gets a taste of Sicilian decadence with Rocco Forte

Amanda Bernstein

August 26, 2024

Feature, Italy

SICILY, the largest and most populous island in the Mediterranean, is home to two glossy Rocco Forte properties. The island’s capital, located in the northwest, is Palermo, a spicy fusion of African and Ar...

Glass indulges in private luxury at Nordelaia

Imogen Clark

August 5, 2024

Feature, Italy

ITALY in summer is like florals in spring, classic, timeless and somewhat inevitable. But hidden in the valleys of Piedmont lies Nordelaia, an independent boutique hotel that exudes luxury in a way that is dif...

Hilton Lake Como announces its expansive catalogue of summer activities

Nicole Pereira

July 10, 2024

Italy, News, Travel

HILTON Lake Como, which resides on the edge of Italy's esteemed lake, brings its guests exciting activities to enjoy over the summer. The contemporary-lifestyle hotel provides a range of entertainment from ...

Glass chills out at Villa Brezza di Zefiro, Sicily

Imogen Clark

May 28, 2024

Europe, Italy, Travel

AS MUCH as you go on holiday to escape your phone, one of the first things I did when I came to Brezza di Zefiro was take a photo to capture the view. Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Sicily, the t...

The Hilton Molino Stucky Venice adds 24 new sparkling suites to its Italian outpost

Sophie Richardson

May 14, 2024

Italy, News, Travel

FOR THOSE searching for a serene summer getaway, Venice is often a natural choice. And with the Hilton Molino Stucky Venice unveiling 24 brand new luxurious suites – designed by the legendary Italian Designer ...

Glass explores northern Italy with Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Jamison Kent

May 1, 2024

Europe, Italy, News, Travel

ON A trip to Northern Italy, I visit three esteemed properties affiliated to Small Luxury Hotels of the World group—each offering their own unique interpretation of luxury. The SLH is a carefully curated c...

Glass discovers a secret side to Venice: Hilton Molino Stucky Venice

Devanshi Arora

March 19, 2024

Europe, Italy, News, Travel

IF you are wondering where your next retreat should be, we have an answer and it rests under the Venetian sun. Located on Giudecca Island, the Hilton Molino Stucky Venice is a wondrously dreamy property, bo...

Glass finds history, charm and elegance in Grand Hotel et de Milan

Alicia Tomkinson

February 26, 2024

Europe, Feature, Italy, Travel

SITUATED in the heart of the beautiful Italian city, I arrive at the Grand Hotel et de Milan and am immediately overwhelmed by its sheer elegance. With preserved period furniture and exclusive furnishings, I f...

Hilton Lake Como unveils Holistic Wellness Experience for 2024

Adina Ilie

January 24, 2024

Italy, News, Travel

IN A bid to kick off the new year on a healthy note without compromising on luxury, Hilton Lake Como is set to launch a series of wellness experiences for its guests throughout January. The Italian lakesid...

Glass visits Emilia-Romagna – the land of slow food and fast cars

Imogen Clark

December 11, 2023

Culture, Feature, Italy

NESTLED between rolling hills, verdant valleys and Roman history, the northern Italian region of Emilia Romagna has become known for its captivating blend of heritage, gastronomy and automotives. Centred a...