What do I need to bear in mind when travelling to Italy?

If you are a German citizen, you can enter Italy with a valid identity card.&

Where is the best place to visit in Italy?

Popular destinations include capital cities such as Rome, Venice, Florence, Milan and Pisa, as well as small villages and Calabria at the tip of Italy's boot. &

What is the best way to travel to Italy?

Of course you can also start your resort holiday by making your own way there. If you want to travel by car from Germany to Italy, the usual route is via the Brenner motorway, which connects Austria with Italy. Here, some sections are subject to tolls and in Austria and Switzerland you need a vignette. Italy has many beautiful beaches and locations. Decide whether you want to go to Northern or Southern Italy and plan your route accordingly.&

When is the best time to go on a resort holiday in Italy?

The months from May to September are best for a classic beach holiday, and the bathing season in Calabria even lasts until October. In the winter months, activities such as hiking take centre stage.&

Is a resort holiday in Italy worthwhile for all?

Our CLUB CALABRIA is suitable for families, couples and singles. We offer age-appropriate activities for children so that parents can relax. Fill your boots with our sports and wellness programme for adults. In the evening there is a party and a show, or you can relax at one of the bars.&

What are the advantages of a resort holiday in Italy?

The clear advantage is that you have to organise as little as possible yourself — you'll be pampered on an all-inclusive basis and can take part in activities and excursions whenever you want. Learn a water sport or take a guided tour of the surrounding area. Just get in touch with us.&

What do people eat in Italy?

Italy is known for its excellent pizza and pasta dishes. Also for minestrone, risotto and much more.&

How much do you tip in Italy?

In the hospitality sector, it is rather unusual to give a tip if “coperto”, a basic cover charge for the place setting and bread, is already listed on the bill. Of course, you can still leave an extra tip. At a hotel, it is a very nice gesture to leave a tip on the pillow, for example.&

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Resort holiday in Italy

Calabria — a wonderful holiday region in Southern Italy

With 320 days of sunshine, Calabria on the tip of the Italian boot is one of the sunniest regions in Europe.
Fantastic beaches, clear water and dreamy little towns make the region a top destination for your authentic Italian holiday. Lush orchards, palm groves and vineyards await you. Calabria is separated from the rest of Italy by a mountain range up to 2,000 metres high with rugged cliffs and dense forests.

Perhaps it is because of its perceived insularity that Calabria is still an insider tip even though it's not just water sports enthusiasts and sun worshippers who get their money's worth here. The region is also characterised by its cultural diversity and is perfect for an active holiday. You can experience all of this up close during a holiday at our CLUB CALABRIA.

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Popular holiday destinations for your resort holiday in Italy

The sonorous name alone awakens wanderlust: Tropea, on the west coast of Calabria, has just under 8,000 inhabitants and is situated extremely photogenically on a rocky cliff 60 metres above the Tyrrhenian Sea. In the evening, the view from the viewing points  across the water to the island of  Stromboli is particularly atmospheric. Below the town, the 2.3-kilometre-long and up to 20-metre-wide beach of Tropea is a delight.

Eleven kilometres south of Tropea, the small village of Capo Vaticano watches over the Strait of Messina. In ancient times, sailors consulted the oracle there about the weather and possible misfortunes. Today, the village in the foothills of Monte Poro is known for its many small beaches and bays.

Also just a few minutes’ drive from Tropea lies the former fishing village of Parghelia in one of the most beautiful coastal areas of Calabria. Several cafés and restaurants invite you to linger and relax in this peaceful spot by the deep-blue sea. In the winter months, Parghelia is a good starting point for hikes through the hinterland.

The lively town of Pizzo has a cosy old town  with a large market square. The famous Tartufo ice cream is said to have been invented there. The Piedigrotta cave church is certainly worth a visit - which is said to have been dug by hand into the rock by shipwrecked people on the beach.

EXCURSION TIPS FOR CALABRIA

Of course, you could spend your resort holiday in Italy exclusively on the paradisiacal beaches of Calabria and enjoy the unique view of the glittering Mediterranean - but then you would miss out on the many other fascinating aspects of this region! Calabria is the perfect destination for all those who like to combine a wonderful beach holiday with cultural experiences or exciting activities in nature.

Be enchanted by Scilla
The picturesque fishing village with its whitewashed houses clinging to the rocky terraces above the harbour like birds’ nests is a real Highlight. Scilla is the heart of swordfish fishing - and you can enjoy this freshly caught speciality in the small restaurants.
Explore the mysterious cave city of Zungri
An open-air museum full of history awaits you inland: numerous caves that served as dwellings for people from the 12th century. A place that transports you to another time.
Pure adventure on Stromboli
Boat trips to the island of Stromboli depart from Tropea. With an experienced guide, you can climb up to the crater rim of the active volcano. After dark, you will experience the fiery spectacle in all its splendour - a moment you will never forget.
For culture fans: Cosenza and Locri
Immerse yourself in the Baroque old town of Cosenza, where the Norman Castello Svevo towers over the alleyways and offers you a breathtaking view of the surrounding area. Just outside Locri, the excavations of the ancient Locri Epizephyrii await you - a Greek colony from the 7th century BC. Discover foundations, temple remains and a theatre. You can marvel at the most exciting finds in the adjoining museum.

Beach at Club Calabria

HIGHLIGHTS — WHAT'S NOT TO MISS

1. Let yourself be enchanted by Tropea
Stroll through the picturesque old town with its pastel-coloured houses and ornately decorated noble palaces. Stroll past charming cafés, small boutiques and colourful market stalls - every step is a piece of the Italian lifestyle. And don't forget: a visit to the church of Santa Maria dell'Isola is an absolute must! Majestically enthroned on a small peninsula in front of the old town, it tells stories from the 12th century.

2. Your perfect beach day awaits
Die Praia I Focu near Capo Vaticano is genuine paradise - a secluded bay surrounded by rocks, agaves and prickly pear cacti. Only accessible by boat, the crystal-clear water here is perfect for diving and snorkelling.

3. Feel the freedom in Sila National Park
In the heart of Calabria, you will discover nature that could not be more unspoilt. On the high plateau, civilisation recedes into the distance - and you are immersed in a world of wild romance. Clean mountain lakes, dense forests with 400-year-old black pines and the tranquillity of nature make this place unique. Here you will find deer, wild cats and even wolves. Eagles circle above you, while great spotted woodpeckers and eagle owls bring the forests to life.

Tips for families

Children won't find this resort holiday in Italy boring either, because: as is the case everywhere in Southern Italy, children are also very welcome in Calabria.
Picking ripe oranges straight from the tree, visiting a charcoal burner or spending long days on the beach splashing around and building sandcastles are unforgettable holiday experiences for the younger ones.
A visit to Aquapark Zambrone near Tropea, where water slides and a Flow Rider offer pure action, provides variety on a family holiday.
Parents and children can sit back and relax on a trip on the narrow-gauge railway from Cosenza to Sila Grande.
At the Capo Rizzuto aquarium, young explorers have the opportunity to touch sea anemones, fish and even sea urchins.

AND WHAT WILL BE EATEN?

As an Italian region, Calabria also spoils its guests with pizza and pasta, and you will also find fish and seafood as well as game and mushrooms from the local forests on the restaurant menus.

Red, white and rosé wines from Calabria go well with local cheeses such as Pecorino. Real specialities are fileja, a type of pasta twisted around knitting needles, and the spicy spreadable sausage `Nduja. 

The red onions from Tropea are among the sweetest onions in the world and are used to make antipasti and jam, among other things.

Travelling to and from the Calabria region

Calabria is served several times a week by flights from London directly. The flight time is approx. 3 hours.

About the climate in Calabria

Calabria is one of the travel destinations with appeal all year round. Even in the winter months, temperatures don't fall below twelve degrees, and in April the thermometer regularly reads over 20 degrees.

The bathing season in Calabria lasts from May to October. The warmest months are July and August. Then the temperatures climb above the 30-degree mark with eleven hours of sunshine a day, and there is virtually no rain. The sea is also pleasantly warm - with a temperature of well over 23°C. So ideal for an Italian resort holiday by the sea!

The winter months belong to active holidaymakers who enjoy hiking, cycling or mountain biking. In the higher mountain areas, on the Sila Plateau, for example – modern ski lifts start to run.

FAQs

What do I need to bear in mind when travelling to Italy?
If you are a German citizen, you can enter Italy with a valid identity card.&
Where is the best place to visit in Italy?
Popular destinations include capital cities such as Rome, Venice, Florence, Milan and Pisa, as well as small villages and Calabria at the tip of Italy's boot. &
What is the best way to travel to Italy?
Of course you can also start your resort holiday by making your own way there. If you want to travel by car from Germany to Italy, the usual route is via the Brenner motorway, which connects Austria with Italy. Here, some sections are subject to tolls and in Austria and Switzerland you need a vignette. Italy has many beautiful beaches and locations. Decide whether you want to go to Northern or Southern Italy and plan your route accordingly.&
When is the best time to go on a resort holiday in Italy?
The months from May to September are best for a classic beach holiday, and the bathing season in Calabria even lasts until October. In the winter months, activities such as hiking take centre stage.&
Is a resort holiday in Italy worthwhile for all?
Our CLUB CALABRIA is suitable for families, couples and singles. We offer age-appropriate activities for children so that parents can relax. Fill your boots with our sports and wellness programme for adults. In the evening there is a party and a show, or you can relax at one of the bars.&
What are the advantages of a resort holiday in Italy?
The clear advantage is that you have to organise as little as possible yourself — you'll be pampered on an all-inclusive basis and can take part in activities and excursions whenever you want. Learn a water sport or take a guided tour of the surrounding area. Just get in touch with us.&
What do people eat in Italy?
Italy is known for its excellent pizza and pasta dishes. Also for minestrone, risotto and much more.&
How much do you tip in Italy?
In the hospitality sector, it is rather unusual to give a tip if “coperto”, a basic cover charge for the place setting and bread, is already listed on the bill. Of course, you can still leave an extra tip. At a hotel, it is a very nice gesture to leave a tip on the pillow, for example.&