Sharri Whiting De Masi

This expansive countryside property in Cortona has its history and the essence of Italian romance intact.

Around Italy’s cruise ports, some historical resorts and destinations promise a relaxing getaway.

Italy’s Umbria and Marche take visitors back hundreds of years without taking away any of the modern comforts.

Rome’s Grand Hotel Via Veneto, which has already struck a chord with heads of state, movie stars and local notables alike, now boasts the AQVA Spa.

In Italy’s Umbria, great wine and food complement the old-style elegance of Villa Pambufetti.

Hotel Timeo reopens with the Orient-Express tag and more spacious rooms to add to its city center, yet serene, locale.

While the lavish restoration of the 16th-century Palazzo Seneca has made the headlines, and rightly so, it’s the restaurant menu that will win guests’ hearts.

Each of the three Alberto Moncada boutique properties has its own appeal, both in terms of the amenities and nearby city landmarks.

Leave your cruise ship for a day, hop into a rented car and explore the Italian countryside.

Italy’s Umbria and its properties make up the perfect setting for travelers to celebrate today while reveling in the past.