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Palermo’s Norman and Baroque churches and street markets will prepare you for a combination of ancient ruins and the freshest seafood in Italy. The warring ancient towns of Segesta, Selinunte and Erice are all fascinating to visit and the Cala Marina and Giardino di Costanza will provide calm retreats. End your holiday at Agrigento, the most famous ancient site.
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Having reopened last year after lavish restoration by Rocco Forte Hotels, Villa Igiea has finally regained its position as one of Europe’s great ‘grand hotels’. Offering views over the Bay of Palermo and the marina, Villa Igiea is just 10 minutes’ from the city centre using the hotel’s complimentary shuttle service. When it first opened in the early 1900s, Villa Igiea swiftly gained a reputation as one of Europe’s most elegant hotels, with tiered gardens, seafront enfilade and the impressive turreted villa designed by Ernesto Basile.
Formerly a private residence, this 18th century palace is a unique property. Since undergoing extensive renovations including all rooms and public areas, the Villa Athena is the best hotel in Agrigento.
Set in expansive parkland, the Giardino di Costanza has established itself as one of the island’s most tranquil resorts. It is located on the west coast, just one hour from Palermo and is close to the pretty fishing town of Mazara del Vallo and the remains of Selinunte.
At the quiet end of the harbour of the same name, the Cala Marina is an ideal base for exploring the region at a slow pace.
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