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Inghams Italy has launched a new 2015 brochure with a wide selection of hand-picked holidays taking guests from the lakes of Como, Maggiore and Garda to the stunning southern coastline of Puglia and Sicily and the rugged countryside of Tuscany. Packed full of unusual properties, 40% of the accommodation is unique to Inghams Italy and includes historic castles and monasteries, luxurious spas, converted farmhouses and family-run 'Alberghi Diffusi.' Sixty hotels have been added to the programme including 4* Hotel Palazzo Murat, once a villa owned by Giuseppe Murat, King of Naples and now a charming hotel set in a peaceful location amongst the citrus trees in Positano on the Amalfi coast.

There are four new luxury hotels in Santa Margherita Ligure and Rapallo, perfectly located to enjoy the dramatic coastal region of the Ligurian Riviera or combine areas of Tuscany for a multi-centred holiday. Families can choose from a wide selection of Tuscan villas and apartments as well as the newly added 4* Gattarella Beach Resort in Puglia, with activities including horse-riding, skateboarding and waters sports as well as a kids' club to keep the whole family entertained.

For complete escapism, new island destinations have been added including Elba, with its crystal clear water and idyllic beaches as well as Capri and Ischia, lying in the iconic bay of Naples. Building on the programme's success, the new brochure has extended its year round city breaks to include Sicily's vibrant and colourful capital city Palermo and the historic city of Naples.

The city breaks can be taken as a short 3 night break or combined with Sicily, the northern lakes area or Tuscany, Umbria and Neapolitan Riviera. With the emphasise on discovering the real Italy, a number of new Explorer Holidays have been added to the programme including the “Glorious Lakes & Gardens” tour of Lake Garda, Lake Como, Lake Maggiore and Lake Orta.

The seven night Explorer Holidays include half board accommodation, all excursion fees  in 4* hotels and are limited to just 25 guests, providing  a more intimate experience to get to the very heart of the lakes, Puglia, Amalfi Coast, Eastern Sicily and Tuscany. Inghams unique Concierge Service offers guests insider tips and hidden gems that only the locals know about from the best local restaurants,
 unspoilt beaches and local festivals. Inghams can also source tickets to prestigious events including the Verona Opera, the Venice Carnival and the Palio in Siena.

With increased flexibility, Inghams Italy offers “Mix & Match” holidays combining two, three or more destinations and a choice of durations from short breaks to extended stays. There is also a range of travel choices from over 20 regional airports, high speed rail by Eurostar, a once in a lifetime journey on the Orient Express or the option to take your own car and travel on the ferry.

Hugh Walton, Inghams Executive Director commented: “Following a successful first year, we have listened to our guests and added a range of exciting new products including City Breaks, Explorer Holidays, Island Getaways  as well as selecting unique properties and experiences that are exclusive to Inghams. With increased flexibility and “Mix and Match” options, guests really can create their own perfect Italian getaway.”

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For more information visit www.inghamsitaly.co.uk or contact 01483 79 11 00.