Great Escapes: The Hotel Book Italy
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This visual journey through Italy reveals a country where art and life are inseparable, offering breathtaking views of rural landscapes, refined culture, and unforgettable food—seen through the doorways and windows of its most beautiful hotels. From Venice to Sicily, Angelika Taschen uncovers hidden gems and legendary retreats, presenting each stay with extensive photography and key information to inspire the perfect dolce vita escape.
Traveling through the timeless beauty of Venice, Florence, Naples, and Rome, the book celebrates regions of extraordinary charm such as Tuscany, Umbria, the Amalfi Coast, and the magical Aeolian Islands. Set within these landscapes are iconic hotels steeped in history and romance, including Villa d’Este on Lake Como, Hotel Il Pellicano in Porto Ercole, Il San Pietro di Positano on the Amalfi Coast, and Palazzo Margherita in Basilicata—places where novels are set, films are made, weddings are celebrated, and legendary love stories unfold.
Alongside these celebrated names, Taschen reveals more secretive treasures, from Locanda Cipriani on Torcello, a haven for food lovers, to the romantic Castello di Vicarello in Tuscany and the atmospheric Masseria Moroseta in Puglia, creating a richly photographed guide to Italy’s most enchanting stays.
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- 360 pages
- Dimensions: 12" W x 9.5" D
- Hardcover
About The Author
Angelika Taschen studied art history and German literature in Heidelberg, earning her doctorate in 1986. She joined TASCHEN in 1987 and has since published numerous books on art, architecture, photography, design, travel, and lifestyle.
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TASCHEN began in 1980 as Benedikt Taschen’s small comic bookstore in Cologne and has grown into one of the world’s leading art-book publishers, celebrated for its dazzling, boldly designed volumes across art, architecture, photography, fashion, design, and pop culture. From pocket-sized books that helped democratize visual culture to SUMO-scale Collector’s Editions, TASCHEN remains committed to diversity, innovation, and treating every subject—whether a $10 title or a $10,000 masterpiece—with equal respect and craftsmanship.
Working closely with acclaimed creatives, the privately owned publisher has released thousands of titles in dozens of languages and now operates globally through an e-commerce site, international distribution network, and 12 flagship stores from Beverly Hills to Hong Kong. With teams spanning cultures, generations, and creative disciplines, TASCHEN fosters a down-to-earth, collaborative spirit while continuing to shape books that feel less like publications and more like immersive, museum-worthy experiences.
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