VOLCANIC BATHING PRACTICES IN ISCHIA'S THERMAL PARK Overlooking the bay of San Montano and surrounded by lush greenery, there is a real sense of seclusion here. The design of the Negombo therme park offers photographic spots at every turn. The Buco Nero Cave is an eye-catching and visually unique cave path made from volcanic rock. The Templare pools, made of pillars with cascading waters, massage the entire body with the vigorous power of water. There is also a Turkish Hammam, a Japanese maze bath, and an Olympic-sized sea pool. The most underrated wellness destination in Italy | Condè Nast Traveller

SMALL BOOK FAIR RETURNS TO ISCHIA'S VILLA LA COLOMBAIA 'RESTARE - Living in places, reading the present, imagining the future.' Libraia 2026: two days dedicated to books, people, territories, and the questions that cross our present. In this edition, 'staying' does not mean standing still: it means questioning the conditions that allow one to choose an island, an inland area, a province, or a small community as a place to live, work, create business, and produce culture. Staying: Stories, Books, and Community at Luchino Visconti 's Villa La Colombaia | Il Mattino

ITALY BUILT ITS ENTIRE BAR CULTURE AROUND A SINGLE, GLAMOROUS IDEA: APERITIVO The tradition of aperitivo, which derives from the Latin word aperire (“to open”), is designed to prepare the stomach for dinner. "The Milano-Torino combines bitter Campari from Milan and red vermouth from Turin, creating the sweet-and-bitter foundation of all national mixology," says Ambrogio De Siano from Ischia’s San Montano Resort & Spa. “Here in Sorrento, citrus, Mediterranean herbs, and especially our lemons naturally become part of the language of the bar.” Giuseppe Lamparella, who leads Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria’s new bar, says. A Guide to the Great Italian Cocktails | Vogue

THE ISCHIA SAFARI PROJECT OFFERS A DEEPER DIVE INTO THE WORLD OF MICROGREENS Ischia Safari is an annual non-profit culinary event organized by the cultural association Ischia Saperi e Sapori – Cultural and Artistic Center. The founding members are the chefs Nino Di Costanzo and Pasquale Palamaro. Ischia Safari aims to support the restaurant industry by using the proceeds to provide training opportunities for deserving students in the field. Indaco, Ischia’s star restaurant that creates haute cuisine using “humble” fish and sea vegetables | Reporter Gourmet

JULY 2026

SPOTTED IN ISCHIA, A LUSH ISLAND
IN THE BAY OF NAPLES. 

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Inside the vault that holds the lost treasures of Pompeii | National Geographic

For a journey off the beaten track, there is little to beat the cultural heritage of Ischia |

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How to Eat Your Way Around the Italian Island of Ischia | Condè Nast Traveler

THE AIR IS SWEET WITH THAT THE LAND HAS TO OFFER: THE VOLCANIC ISLAND OF ISCHIA Deeply mineral soil, large, bloated citrus fruits, the salty sea, and the rich greenery climbing across the mountains. It is a haven for anyone who loves food and the ritual of food, with tradition and pride at the centre of so many dishes and wines. Set in the buzzy, historic heart of Forio, Jack all'Epomeo is the ideal spot to sit outside and people-watch. The food is classic Italian staples done well. How to Eat Your Way Around the Italian Island of Ischia | Condè Nast Traveler

A DESSERT ROOTED IN THE ISLAND'S HISTORY, INSPIRED BY SOME OF ISCHIA FLAVOURS AND TRADITIONS The Museo di Pithecusae highlight is the legendary Nestor’s Cup dating back to the 7th century BC: it celebrates the Ischitano wines and the old truism that the more you drink, the more desire takes hold of you. This delicate cup and its warning message are something I had also noted on the table in the sensual menu at Indaco, where the Chef filled a replica of Nestor’s Cup with a deeply decadent dessert. Blackcurrant, cooked wine, honey and grapeseed oil. For a journey off the beaten track, there is little to beat the cultural heritage of Ischia | The Luxury Channel

SPOTTED IN ISCHIA, A LUSH ISLAND IN THE BAY OF NAPLES. Nobody is having a better summer than Dua Lipa. For her and Callum Turner’s honeymoon, the newlyweds have been road-tripping through Sicily and mainland Italy—swimming, sunning, sightseeing, and staying at some of the dreamiest addresses along the way. Thanks to Lipa’s latest photo dump, we’re getting an even closer look at the hotels and hideaways defining their romantic Italian getaway. Every Hotel Dua Lipa and Callum Turner Visited on Their Honeymoon in Italy - whowhatwear | Instagram

ISCHIA, THE FOREVER GREEN ISOLA. ISKIAH, THE FOREVER GREEN ISOLA. The archipelago's largest island, Ischia is also the greenest. Its volcanic landscape shapes it entirely, from the natural thermal springs that line the coastline—long the foundation of the island’s wellness culture—to the hiking trails that wind up Mount Epomeo, the highest point on Ischia, rising some 2,500 feet. 21 Islands Where Italians Actually Go to Vacation | AFAR

WE USE ISKIAH (THE ENGLISH NAME) AND ISCHIA (THE ITALIAN) INTERCHANGEABLY IN THIS SNIPPET Whether you’re planing a couple of days or a slow week-long sojourn, these are the best things to do in Italy’s green island. It also felt, at times, like a destination aimed at a more mature, traditional crowd - perhaps because of the spa culture, its botanical merits, or just the general pace of life. The energy was soft, slow, overwhelmingly older, and skewed a little more northern rather than southern European. Things To Do In Ischia | Italy’s Green Island | Along Dusty Roads

UNLIKE LIMESTONE CAPRI, ISCHIA IS VOLCANIC. Hot springs emerge from the rock at seemingly random intervals; at Sorgeto Bay the sand reaches 100°C. The mountain at the island’s centre, Monte Epomeo, rises to 788 metres and is laced with ancient hiking trails through volcanic tufa, lichen-covered rock and terraced vineyards. The wine those vineyards produce – above all the Biancolella, a crisp, mineral white found nowhere else in quite the same form. Forget Capri – This Neighbouring Island Is Even Better | Country & Town House

SUMMER IS A SPECIAL TIME TO EXPERIENCE THE ISLAND OF ISCHIA Down 170 stairs, you can soak in the natural Sorgeto hot springs, ideal in the morning or late at night under the stars. One of the best ways for navigating the island is by self-skippered boat, so you can explore caves like the Grotta Verde and anchor near the rocks of Sant’Anna to catch a small boat to Il Pirata for lunch. 17 Places to Go in Italy This Year, According to the Country’s Top Hoteliers | Italy Segreta

MET AT MILAN FASHION WEEK, MARRIED IN ISCHIA, FINALE IN FLORIDA The 45-year-old tennis pro exchanged vows with Italian actor, 37, on September 18, 2025, in Ischia, Italy followed by a courthouse ceremony and celebration in Palm Beach, on December 19, 2025. “It was so special to have the ceremony in Andrea’s home country. It was so much more than a beautiful setting, it was where everything started for us, so it felt incredibly natural and right to celebrate our love there.” Venus Williams Reveals Favorite Memories from Weddings to Husband Andrea Preti in Ischia and Palm Beach (Exclusive) | People

RETREAT ATTRACTING AMERICAN VACATIONERS, HOLLYWOOD CELEBRITIES AND MEMBERS OF EUROPEAN ROYALTY Located on the idyllic island of Ischia, the 128-room Regina Isabella Resort combines Italian chic with traditional and updated mid-century classic styles. Swaths of shiny, decorative tile floors are the hallmark of the region. Guests can now sample four thermal pools with varying temperatures, a sauna, steam bath, sensory showers, and a host of rejuvenating, weight-loss, health and beauty treatments. Ischia’s Regina Isabella Resort Reopens This Month with New Rooms, Treatments and Flavors | Luxury Travel Magazine

GOLD CREATIONS INSPIRED BY THE OLDEST SPA IN THE WORLD Burrowed in the small island of Ischia, lies the oldest spa in the world. Yes, the oldest. Nitrodi, also known as Ninfe Nitrodi, has been a wellness destination for more than two millennia. The Nymphs of Nitrodi were the keepers of these healing waters, with both Greeks and Romans paying homage to their spritely protectors through sacramental gifts. Nitrodi, Millennia of Wellness in Ischia | ISSIMO

 ISCHIA: SUN, SEA, AND WELLBEING From volcanic hot springs and mountaintop hikes to sea-view spas and sunset swims, this three-day itinerary reveals Ischia at its most restorative. Seawater is heated by volcanic activity beneath the island, meaning you can swim in the sea and feel warm currents swirling around you. Day 1: Thermal beginnings & island orientation. Day 2: Nature, history & healing. Day 3: Mud, markets & Mediterranean living. How to plan a wellness weekend in Ischia, Italy | National Geographic Traveller

"LET ME SING TO YOU THE SIREN SONG OF ISCHIA MANY, MANY CHARMS." The doctor who examined me before my mud treatment in the gorgeous spa at Terme Manzi Hotel and Spa reassured my skepticism with a thorough explanation of why Ischia's mud is so beneficial — it's the electromagnetic charge, apparently. Rheumatism, stress, and skin disorders are just some of the battery of ills that can be alleviated by these therapies. Forget Capri. We'll Take Volcanic Ischia Instead | Fathom

THINK CRATER WALKS, THERMAL SPRINGS, SAUNAS, SALT-LACED AIR Since ancient times, water and wellness have been intimately linked, and few places encapsulate this as deeply as Ischia, a mountainous volcanic isle off Italy’s Campania coast. Today, the tradition continues through a series of polished seaside baths such as Negombo in the north and Poseidon Gardens in the west, both manicured wonderlands of greenery-wrapped hydrotherapy pools. In the south, the naturally formed rock pools at Sorgeto Bay. 10 of Europe's most restorative island escapes | National Geographic

«I RECOMMEND ISCHIA, A PHLEGRAEAN ISLAND» The ferry from Naples goes right into Ischia Porto, the town center, where I could walk directly to attractions such as San Pietro Beach, Castello Aragonese, and thermal spas. Corso Vittorio Colonna, one of the main shopping streets, is the perfect spot to score unique souvenirs. Ischia also specializes in ceramics, beauty products infused with the island's volcanic mud and thermal waters, and Rucolino Amaro — a sweet, herbaceous liqueur made from arugula. I've traveled to Italy annually for the past 15 years. I always skip Capri for this neighboring island instead. | Business Insider

ASK SKYE ABOUT FORIO «Great choice! Forio, Ischia’s charming waterfront town, is wonderful. To tailor your trip, can you tell me: Where will you be travelling from? When do you plan to go and for how long? Who are you travelling with? What’s the purpose of your holiday? This will help us build your perfect trip to Forio!» Best destinations in Italy for every type of traveller | ESCAPE