Southern Italy and Islands
South of Italy has a mild climate that makes it an attractive destination for much of the year: spring and autumn are sheer delight and though high summer (July, August) temperatures really do soar, sea breezes in coastal areas take the edge off the heat.
Sicily has long been a crossroads and crucible of Mediterranean culture, and the island today is a fascinating palimpsest in which Greek temples, Norman churches and Baroque palazzos emerge from the rich fabric. But it also has natural wonders aplenty, from the smoking craters of Mount Etna to the still relatively undiscovered beaches of the southern coast.
Sardinia has some of the Mediterranean’s most seductive beaches, yet within tootling distance of some great restaurants and bars.
The most visited of Italy’s southern regions, Campania is rich in culture, especially in regard to gastronomy, music, architecture, archeological and ancient sites such as Pompeii and Herculaneum. Few regions of Italy claim as many iconic images as the corner of Campania that holds the Amalfi Coast, Naples, and the sun-splashed islands of Capri, Ischia, and Procida.
Apulia is the long strip of land that makes up the heel of Italy. Clean seas and reliable sunshine are the draws for holiday-makers both Italian and foreign.