Travel

Italy’s high-end hospitality sector is entering 2026 with renewed momentum, as global travel demand, resilient luxury spending and strong interest in experiential stays continue to support some of the country’s most prestigious hotels. A recent Forbes feature based on the 2026 DUCO Awards named 20 standout Italian hotels, highlighting properties from the Amalfi Coast, Tuscany,

The global hospitality sector is experiencing one of its strongest post-pandemic expansion cycles, with premium operators racing to capture surging leisure demand through landmark hotel openings and large-scale renovations. Travel + Leisure this week unveiled its annual “It List,” naming the 100 best new hotels of 2026 after reviewing nearly 250 properties across 40 countries.