Tourism Industry: leisure and business travel in Italy – ItaliAbsolutely

July 26, 2026

Tourism Industry

The Arsenale Group has opened the Villa Diodoro Hotel in Taormina. The new hotel has 102 rooms The Arsenale Group is the leading company in the Treno della Dolce Vita - Orient Express project, and it has just acquired the Villa Diodoro Hotel in Taormina, for around €40 million. The…

Mirabilandia: Nickelodeon Land to join the amusement park in 2025

September 20, 2024

Chase, Marshall and Skye, SpongeBob and Patrick Stella, the Ninja Turtles and Dora will find a new home in Mirabilandia’s Nickelodeon Land in 2025. Mirabilandia is close to Ravenna (Emilia Romagna region) Thanks to the collaboration between the amusement park - which is close to Ravenna, on Italy’s western Adriatic…

New rules for entry to EU Schengen countries for US and other visitors

September 16, 2024

The rules for travelling to Europe will change starting in 2025 for visitors from the US and another 60 countries who wish to enter an EU Schengen country. A new visa-waiver system Europe is the most visited region in the world, and the new obligatory ETIAS visa-waiver system, due to…

Soges takes over the Malaspina which will become a Place of Charme

September 12, 2024

The Soges Group has taken over the Malaspina and plans to rebrand it a Place of Charme. Three major operations completed in a month The intense activity of the Soges Group continues. Following its debut on the stock market last June, it has now completed its third operation in about…

Brazilian brand Fasano will open a luxury hotel in Sardinia

September 12, 2024

The Jhsf Participações Group, one of Brazil's largest real estate companies, also known for its Fasano luxury hotel brand, recently announced its intention to develop a new property in Sardinia. Just 15 minutes from Olbia Airport Through its asset management company Jhsf Capital, it has acquired a controlling stake in…

Dolce & Gabbana style at Cala di Volpe on the Costa Smeralda

September 11, 2024

Dolce & Gabbana brings its inimitable style to Cala di Volpe on the Costa Smeralda. A Marriott property The Marriott Luxury Collection property has been chosen by the Italian fashion house to customize the hotel's swimming pool area. The theme is the Sicilian cart From the soft cotton beach towels…

The LVMH group acquires the Belmond Urio Castle on Lake Como

September 03, 2024

After eight months of negotiations, the LVMH group has closed the deal to acquire the Belmond Urio Castle on Lake Como. A new luxury Belmond property The castle was built in the 16th century and is now owned by Opus Dei. The value of the deal, including renovation, is said…

Dream diving on the Tuscan Coast. Exploring the seabed

August 21, 2024

The Tuscan Coast offers unforgettable experiences for divers seeking to explore the seabed. Snorkelling, diving and experienced guides Tuscany’s Costa degli Etruschi offers splendid underwater adventures with its range of corals, shells and colourful fish. Ideal for all levels of divers, the area boasts breathtaking experiences in the deep blue. …