Italy

Immersed in vineyards that seem to reach all the way to the Mediterranean Sea, La Foresteria Planeta Estate near Menfi in southwestern Sicily is an extraordinary place to stay. With incredible cuisine matched with the estate’s own wines, the hotel is a gastronomic paradise. Recommended by Annabel from Smudged Postcard If you thought western Sicily …

Unless you are an enthusiastic hiker or skier, then the Aosta Valley, nestled in the Italian Alps, is not always high on the list of ‘must-see’ places in Italy. This region, for me, is a hidden gem, and taking the time to stop off and take in the jaw-dropping mountain scenery is so worthwhile. After …