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Italy


Best time to be there

Coastal areas and the islands are great year round, although July and August can be very hot. The arts and opera seasons are generally at their peak outside these months. August is very much a shut down month as Italians take their annual break.

Fly to

Bari, Cagliari, Catania, Milan, Pisa, Rome and Verona (British Airways), Naples and Venice (British Airways or bmi)

flying time

2 hours - 2 hours 30 minutes

time difference

GMT +1 hour




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family holidays in Italy

Please find below a selection of our favourite properties in Italy that we believe are perfect for families. For more information about Italy and the full collection of properties we recommend click here.

Of all the countries in the world, Italy is perhaps the most magical of all. This narrow boot of crinkled land, extending gracefully into the warm waters of the Mediterranean Sea, has seen the birth of empires, cradled the growth of civilisations and shaped the destinies of continents.

Luxury holidays in Italy with Abercrombie & Kent offer uniquely privileged glimpses of a real Italy, driven by people, landscapes and cuisine.



Suggested Family accommodation offers

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Bauer Il Palazzo  

Ideally located just steps from the famous St Marks’ Square, Bauer Il Palazzo enables you to say in your own Venetian palazzo overlooking the bustling Grand Canal...

Grand Hotel Timeo, Taormina 

Grand Hotel Timeo, Sicily

As with many Orient-Express hotels, this heritage building is a landmark within its destination. Rooms and suites are stylishly decorated with Italian flair. Most have beautiful terraces or balconies...

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Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni  

A truly magical property, situated in Bellagio on the shores of the spectacular Lake Como. The glorious gardens which surround the hotel abound in magnolias and camellias and frame breathtaking views...

Hotel Castello 

Hotel Castello, Forte Village, Sardinia

Widely recognized as one of Europe’ s finest resorts, Forte Village has achieved that rare combination of first-class accommodations, service, dining and facilities with a relaxed, casual friendliness...

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Hotel de Russie  

A unique luxury hotel in the heart of Rome, Hotel de Russie is set in extensive, terraced gardens - the ‘Secret Garden’, which provides a tranquil oasis amidst the bustle of central Rome...

Hotel Le Dune 

Hotel Le Dune, Sardinia

Le Dune is a collection of elegant bungalows and suites occupying a privileged position close to the sea. An idyllic blend of tropical nature, silence and luxury, Le Dune’s charm lies in its sumptuous gardens...

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Hotel Santa Caterina

The Santa Caterina is a late 19th century liberty style villa immersed in the beautiful scenery of the Amalfi Coast. Lovingly updated it has the feel of an elegant seaside residence...

Il Borgo 

Il Borgo, Forte Village, Sardinia

Four star-plus Il Borgo offers 56 spacious bungalows, some of which have panoramic views. Il Borgo guests can enjoy breakfast and dinner at the seafront Bellavista restaurant...

Londra Palace 

Londra Palace

This elegant property, a member of Leading Small Hotels of the World, dates back to 1860 and once played host to Tchaikovsky...

Villa del Parco & Spa 

Villa del Parco & Spa, Sardinia

Villa del Parco & Spa is set back amongst the greenery of the manicured gardens in a quiet part of the resort. With 25 double rooms boasting balconies or patios and 22 double or triple bungalows with private terraces...