Home of pizza and pasta, wonderful opera, breathtaking architecture, glorious sunshine, magnificent lakes, friendly and passionate people, the Italian Riviera, fine wine and one of the best beach resorts. Not forgetting the great cities Rome, Venice, Milan, Florence and Turin and other cities.

Italy is classed as one of the most popular holiday destinations in Europe. In summer, Italy has visitors from all over the world. Spring comes early whilst autumn brings pleasantly warm days until late in the year. In winter, the Italian Alps are well known for captivating scenery and first class skiing.

North of Italy you'll find some of the worlds most renowned winter sports resorts, and skiing is also a summer sport in the Torino Alps and the towering mountains surrounding the Valle d'Aosta.

You are sure to find a beach that suits you in Italy and its islands as it is surrounded by over 5,000 miles of shoreline. All year round Italy is steeped with the world's greatest art treasures, historic buildings and culture.