The fashion industry is one of the largest consumers of natural resources. Whether it’s during the manufacturing process or the sourcing of materials and resources, the environmental impact can be detrimental to our planet. Many fashion houses and designers are…
Welcome to the magical world of point de Venise. Steeped in the history of one of the most important centres of trade and culture. Travel back in time and meet the artisan lace-makers who are the custodians of this historic…
Val di Noto, described by Unesco as "representing the culmination and final flowering of Baroque art in Europe" comprises 8 towns in south-eastern Sicily. Following the infamous earthquake of 1693 which destroyed numerous towns in the region, the rebuilding and…
We understand that for many, the environment and the state of our planet are at the forefront of the way in which we now live our lives. It would be remiss of us not to address this, and the team…
In this month’s blog, we want to introduce you to our fabulous new Retreat with a Fashion Designer in Florence. If you have an eye for fashion, or have always dreamt of trying your hand at design, this new retreat…
When we think of the eternal city our first thoughts might be of ancient Rome and masterpieces such as the Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain or the Spanish Steps - but did you know that Rome is one of the top…
The Ancient Egyptians were one of the first to use gold leaf to decorate objects. They famously decorated the coffins of pharaohs with gold, and it is even possible to see depictions of these ancient craftsmen in tomb paintings where…
It’s that time of year when many of you will be enjoying a glass of your favourite tipple. At Creative Italy we wanted to share two areas which are producing fabulous wine whilst still applying ancient wine making methods to…
Blessed with luscious green hills, untouched medieval villages, a unique heritage and stunning beaches along the Adriatic coast, Le Marche is surprisingly one of the least visited regions in Italy. Known for its Blue Flag beaches, pecorino cheese and bordering…
Apulia which forms the heel of south-eastern Italy, is famous for Ostuni, Bari and it’s Trulli – the domed dwellings constructed from stone in Alberobello, a designated UNESCO world heritage site. The Apulia region is blessed with incredible sea-food, the…