Amonti Chalets is the new luxury destination in South Tyrol, located in the Aurina Valley.

Family traditions and state-of-the-art facilities

Tradition is at the heart of this new project in the Valle di Selva dei Molini, whose name pays homage to the grain mills that once dotted the valley. From the Herbert Steger family, entrepreneurs in the hotel sector for over fifty years, and already well known in the valley for their prestigious Amonti & Lunaris resort, the Amonti Chalets can boast state-of-the-art buildings made in local oak wood in mountain hut style, made even more charming by their panoramic location behind a large forest.



There are 23 lofts, chalets and villas

There are 23 accommodation options available to guests, ranging from the romantic loft-style Amonti Suite to four types of chalets - Panorama, Forest, Mountain, Tree House - and the two-storey Pool and Premium Villas. The different options have been designed to meet the needs of couples or families, with spaces and comforts tailored to the number of guests, and all are equipped with a wellness oasis, a kitchen area and a terrace with a furnished solarium. The charming Spa House, which extends over three levels, offers a wide range of rejuvenating experiences.



A Spa House, indoor and outdoor pool

The indoor pool and outdoor panoramic pool are surrounded by the beauty of nature. Saunas, a Turkish bath and a wide range of treatments and massages using products from the QMS and Team Dr Joseph lines, all certified organic and sustainable natural cosmetics, provide further opportunities to relax and rejuvenate. The third and top floor is completely adults-only, while the other areas are also accessible to children, making the Spa House a place for the whole family.



Haute cuisine and also a Chef’s Table

The gastronomic offerings of chef Tina Marcelli in the Johanns Restaurant complete the experience. The haute cuisine restaurant has an à la carte menu featuring a selection of traditional local recipes and great Italian classics of Italian cuisine. There are also four exclusive tables in the private room or at the Chef's Table, offering two tasting menus of five and eight courses.

To mark the 2025 Holy Jubilee Year FIPTES, Italian Federation of Experiential Tourism Professionals is organizing the pilgrimage “I Cammini Sulle Orme della Fede a Roma” (The Paths in the Footsteps of Faith in Rome).

This extraordinary event of spirituality, walking and sharing is open to all those who wish to live an intense experience of faith, culture and participation. A journey through places linked to devotion to St. Michael the Archangel, together with the Committee of the Way of St. Michael the Archangel, there will be moments of history, stories and curiosities about the figure of the Archangel and his connection with Rome.

Through the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica

The initiative is organized in collaboration with: Inforidea Idee in Movimento, the Committee of the Way of St. Michael the Archangel, the Committee of the Via Romea Imperiale, FederCammini, Federcomtur, and the GAL Lazio side of the National Park of Abruzzo, Lazio and Molise. The heart of the event will be the Jubilee Pilgrimage on foot, starting from Piazza Santa Croce in Gerusalemme and arriving at St. Peter's Square, where pilgrims will pass through the Holy Door and participate in Holy Mass presided over by Cardinal Mauro Gambetti, Archpriest of the Vatican Basilica and Vicar General for the Vatican City.

The spiritual and itinerary programme

Saturday 24 May 2025 8:30 a.m. – Gathering at Piazza Santa Croce in Gerusalemme. Visit to the Basilica and veneration of the relic of the Holy Cross. Stop at the Holy Stairs and the Basilica of St. John Lateran. Stop at the Campidoglio and the Church of Sant'Angelo in Peschiera where we will have theBlessing of St. Michael the Archangel imparted by Father Ermete. Walk along Via del Pellegrino. Crossing the picturesque Ponte Sant'Angelo. Solemn entrance through the Holy Door in St. Peter's Square.  Holy Mass and concluding community moment with sharing of

The Consular routes and the bike route

Preceding and converging with the main pilgrimage, six Consular Routes will be organized, starting from various symbolic points along the Consular Roads of Rome. There will also be a bike ride starting from Ostia, combining sport, nature and faith in a rejuvenating journey to the spiritual heart of Rome. The event is a very significant opportunity for walkers, families, young people and religious communities to experience the 2025 Jubilee together through a symbolic and real journey that connects sacred places, spiritual memories and the collective energy of those who seek in faith an opportunity for rebirth and encounter. All participants will receive a small souvenir of this jubilee day. For information and registration: https://www.trekkingexperience.net/evento/pellegrinaggio-giubilare-fiptes-sulle-orme-della-fede/

The summer of 2025 will be multifaceted for WestJet, which is returning to the skies of Rome with flights from Canada.  

WestJet is focusing on long-haul destinations

This return is part of the airline’s strategy focusing on domestic and long-haul international connections “in response to changing market dynamics, which have prompted all Canadian carriers to make changes to their networks and reconsider their passenger capacity plans.” A clear reference to the decline in demand for cross-border travel to the United States from Canada.

Over 90 destinations in Canada, the US and beyond

Since the beginning of April the airline has resumed flights to Rome Fiumicino with direct services from Calgary, which will operate until 16 November, again with the B787 configured in business, premium, economy comfort and economy classes. From the Calgary hub, Italian passengers then have connecting flights to over 90 destinations in Canada, the United States and beyond. And this year, the Canadian airline has also started offering free high-speed internet access to passengers.

Ostuni a Mare, a resort that showcases the most evocative aspects of Puglia has reopened offering sea, sun and contemporary hospitality.  

Close the Ostuni, the “White City”

Part of the Egnazia Ospitalità Italiana Group, and located where Salento and the Itria Valley meet, the resort is ready to welcome guests with an innovative experience that combines the timeless atmosphere of Ostuni, the “White City”, with the beauty of the Rosa Marina sea. A perfect mix that translates into a contemporary, authentic tourist offering, full of advantages designed for every type of traveller.

For families and sports lovers

Ostuni a Mare offers a new model of hospitality based on conviviality, a sense of belonging and social interaction, central elements of the Egnazia Group's philosophy which is rooted in the culture of the area, offering authentic and memorable experiences. The resort is an ideal destination for modern families who see holidays as a precious time to slow down and share experiences in a welcoming and relaxed setting. At the same time, it appeals to dynamic and sporty people thanks to its tennis and padel courts, nature trails and outdoor workout areas.

Local materials have been used in the restyling

For curious explorers and lovers of relaxation, the resort offers a wide range of experiential activities, from Apulian cooking classes, local wine tastings and art workshops to outdoor sports, designed to experience and discover the area in an original and engaging way. Recently restyled, the property enhances its Apulian identity through the use of local materials such as lime, stone and wood. The 202 rooms, inspired by traditional Apulian farmhouses, have been redesigned to offer comfort and design in harmony with the surrounding environment. The outdoor areas, paved in Trani stone, contribute to creating an authentic and refined atmosphere.

Alfresco dining with sea views

Ostuni a Mare's cuisine is also a journey through the flavours of the region: its restaurants offer traditional local dishes in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, with the option of lunch or dinner alfresco, surrounded by magnificent scenery and enjoying the sea breeze.

As part of the vast 2025 Jubilee Plan for the redevelopment of Rome's cultural and urban heritage, the Cammini verso Roma (Paths to Rome) project has been launched. 

A walking journey from Velletri to St. Peter’s

Funded by the 2025 Jubilee Commission and managed by Zètema, at the heart of the initiative is slow tourism as a tool for urban regeneration, cultural enhancement and sustainable development. In this context, an exclusive event will take place from 20 to 24 May 2025: a Media & Content Creator Journey along the last stages of three historic routes – the Via Francigena del Nord, the Via di Francesco and the Via Francigena del Sud – from Castel Gandolfo to Velletri in the direction of Rome, through protected areas and footpaths to reach St. Peter's. This journey is organized and managed by SloWays, a leading Italian tour operator for major Italian and European walking routes.

A more authentic, sustainable and human side of Rome

The group on the Journey will consist of 15 Italian and international journalists and content creators, selected to showcase a new, more authentic, sustainable and human side of the capital. The days will be marked by the slow pace of walking, enriched by visits to authentic villages, minor cultural sites, meetings with local communities and tastings in collaboration with local producers.

Iconic places in lesser-known Rome

The route will pass through green landscapes, little-known sections of the historical and artistic heritage and distinctive neighbourhoods off the traditional tourist beaten track. The programme offers a new and integrated vision of Rome, where contemporary architecture, art, religion, food and wine, and nature coexist in harmony. The itinerary also includes iconic places in lesser-known Rome: Zaha Hadid's Maqxxi, Renzo Piano's Auditorium Parco della Musica, and the neighbourhoods that symbolise neorealist cinema.

A dedicated portal with events and maps

The goal is clear: to offer a model of cultural and experiential tourism that focuses on environmental and socio-economic sustainability. With this in mind, the portal www.camminiversoroma.it has also been created, bringing together events, suggestions, maps and cultural content to accompany travellers and pilgrims on their journey of discovery in Rome.

The recent West of Sicily fam trip enchanted international buyers from Europe and North America. 

Visiting West of Sicily’s main attractions

The 18 international buyers and members of the press hosted by the West of Sicily Tourist District, and organized by ItaliAbsolutely, expressed great appreciation for the quality and variety of the tours that allowed them to immerse themselves in the area’s major tourist attractions The guests had the opportunity to discover historic villages and towns, landscapes and nature, archaeology, museums, salt pans and wineries in the area

“A unique destination where tourists can come all year round”

“This was an important initiative that required a great deal of commitment and collaboration,-  said district president Rosalia D'Alì. -We wanted to give concrete support to the entire sector, from accommodation suppliers to restaurateurs and all those working in the industry. We have shown that western Sicily is a unique destination where tourists can come all year round."

Three different programmes to discover the province

Some 80 local tour operators were involved and the buyers were from Lithuania, Romania, Poland, Spain, the Netherlands, Turkey, Sweden, Belgium, the United Kingdom, Croatia and Canada. The guests were able to discover every corner of the province by following three different programmes: from Mothia to the archaeological park of Segesta, from the Gulf of Castellammare, Scopello, to the Erice countryside, San Vito Lo Capo, Mazara del Vallo, sunsets over the salt pans, visits to towns and museums, outdoor activities and sports. 

West of Sicily has a tourist portal

The tour for journalists from the print media, radio and specialized magazines had a more cultural focus, with visits to the museums of Gibellina, Trapani, Mozia, the Museum of the Satyr and the Church where the Mysteries are kept, as well as visits to the city and village of Erice The West of  Sicily Tourist District is working on other specific initiatives aimed at transforming itself from a DMO to a DMC, with a tourist portal already full of offers that has been well received by many operators. The tour that has just ended, bringing together supply and demand, was one of the first concrete actions aimed at turning around the tourism strategy of the now well-established West of Sicily destination.

Baglioni Hotels& Resorts is opening a new 5-star hotel in Rome, near the Trevi Fountain.

A new luxury hotel with 131 rooms

The agreement, signed recently, has seen The Palace Company - which owns the Italian brand - acquire 100% of the Comet Fund. Among the latter's properties is one in Via delle Vergini in Rome, which will become a new luxury hotel with 131 rooms under the Baglioni Hotels&Resorts brand.

The other Baglioni in Rome is the Hotel Regina

Located in the Trevi district, along the street that runs from Via delle Muratte to Via dell'Umiltà (on the site of the former 17th-century monastery of the Augustinians, of which the Baroque Church of Santa Rita da Cascia remains today), the hotel will thus join the group's other address in the capital, the 5-star Baglioni Hotel Regina.

The Palace Company has 10 hotels in the Caribbean

The Palace Company has 17 properties, ten of which are in the Caribbean, and last year recorded a turnover of US$1.7 billion, of which more than one billion was generated through the vacation club model. ”We want to reach 20 properties within the next five to seven years,- says Massimo Baldo, vice president Europe of The Palace Company, - growing in luxury positioning in terms of product, service and experiences, for which we have created a dedicated line, Palace Vacation Planning.”

Wizz Air, the most eco-friendly airline in the EMEA region, announces the launch of a new route to Naples from Timisoara in Romania.

A new affordable travel opportunity

The flight will operate from 14 October 2025, with a three-weekly frequency (on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays) and with fares starting from €14.99. This newest affordable travel opportunity designed to offer the best value for money, is in line with Wizz Air's Customer First Compass programme, through which the airline is committed to ensuring low-cost fares and affordable travel for all its passengers.

Timisoara is a mix of history, art and relaxation

Timisoara, nicknamed “Little Vienna,” is one of the most fascinating and dynamic cities in Romania. European Capital of Culture in 2023, it offers an elegant historical centre, lively cafés and a unique mix of history, art and relaxation. The city is also an excellent starting point for discovering the Banat region, a fascinating area known for its wine production.

Naples to get a second A321neo

These new flights are part of the airline's broader development plan for the Neapolitan airport, one of Wizz Air's five Italian bases, which get a significant operational boost with the arrival of the second Airbus A321neo, the most efficient and sustainable aircraft in its category, designed to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. Initially scheduled for 15 October, the new aircraft will enter service as early as 29 September 2025. Currently, the company offers over 200 low-cost routes throughout Italy, connecting its customers to 30 countries, and since the start of operations, it has transported some 100 million passengers from Italian airports.

“Our commitment is to always offer competitive fares”

 “The launch of the route to Timisoara and the acceleration of our operating plan to Naples represent further confirmation of the central role that the Naples base plays in our growth strategy in Italy. With the anticipated arrival of the second aircraft, we can offer new routes, increasing travel opportunities for our passengers and contributing to the development of the region.- said Salvatore Gabriele Imperiale, Wizz Air's corporate communications manager.  -We are happy to be able to connect Naples with an increasing number of affordable and original destinations. We do this while maintaining our commitment to always offer competitive fares, because we believe that travelling should be a quality experience, but also and above all affordable for everyone.”

The Jumeirah Capri Palace has five new suites designed by architect Patricia Urquiola.

The hotel is the essence of a relaxed lifestyle 

Overlooking the Gulf of Naples and the hotel's elegant swimming pool, the five new suites are designed with each space reflecting the essence of Capri and the beauty of a slow, relaxed lifestyle. Urquiola's restyling goes beyond the suites, conveying the same sense of belonging to the bar and pool area. Inspired by the idyllic island landscape, Urquiola worked with a colour palette that ranges from warm terracotta to soft whites to deep blues. Custom-made furniture complements the suites with handmade Vietri tiles used for plinths, walls, floors and furniture, celebrating traditional  local craftsmanship.

The garden and terrace also have new look 

Extending her poetic vision beyond the newly opened suites, Patricia Urquiola has also reinterpreted the hotel's outdoor spaces, framing them as a refined sanctuary of Mediterranean beauty. A lush Capri garden now frames the Bar degli Artisti poolside bar and the terrace. Light dances on textured surfaces, organic shapes recall the coastline and ceramic clad structures pay homage to local craftsmanship. With a careful combination of materials, from rattan to glazed terracotta, as well as customized marble furnishings that recall Villa San Michele, the result is a timeless celebration of Capri’s life.

“Honouring the spirit of Capri” 

“For the renovation of the suites, pool area and outdoor bar of the Jumeirah Capri Palace, I wanted to pay homage to the soul of Anacapri,- says architect Patricia Urquiola, -its luminous essence, organic elegance and layered history. Each suite is conceived as a serene microcosm, where tactile materials, natural light and fluid forms evoke comfort and Mediterranean sophistication, creating a continuous relationship between interior and exterior. The pool area and outdoor bar deepen this dialogue, merging architecture and landscape and offering guests a moment suspended between sea and sky. This project wanted to honour the spirit of the place, while creating new memories through its design.”