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Follow the sun for la dolce vita in our Italian Travel Special.

Nuovo Palermo A new generation of entrepreneurs is transforming Sicily’s capital, opening wine bars, rebuilding palazzi and reclaiming the streets. Jeni Porter meets the agents of change.

Epic island Like generations of seafarers and exiles, John Irving is waylaid on Ponza, enchanted by its heritage and film-set beauty.

Primo vino Armed with insiders’ tips and a thirst for adventure, Max Allen joins friends, Romans and countrymen at the Italian capital’s most notable wine bars.

Set in stone Matera’s unique cave dwellings and labyrinthine history make the ancient city a must for curious travellers.