"Palermo is the cultural, economic and tourism capital of Sicily and the fifth largest city in Italy. It is the largest port on the island and is home to many cultural and historic attractions which speak to its rich heritage and, along with its renowned gastronomy and favourable Mediterranean climate, is a long-standing soft spot in the hearts of buyers and renters alike."

"From cuisine to architecture and from historic cities to timeless landscapes, Tuscany’s lifestyle appeal to the global community is well documented. Stretching from The Apennines to the Tyrrhenian Sea, prime residential prices are averaging just over €12,000 per square metre, second to Sardinia’s Costa Smeralda."

"Italy’s northern regions, encompassing Lake Como, Lake Maggiore, Lake Garda, and Liguria are iconic destinations for second homes driven by both domestic and international interest. These regions attract thousands of visitors each year and have been thoroughly established destinations for decades."

"Costa Smeralda on the island of Sardinia remains a well-established location in Italy for the prime residential market. Emerging into global consciousness during the 1960s with the redevelopment of the area by Aga Khan, with beaches like the Maldives framed by lush Mediterranean scrub, the region has seen strong performance across its prime residential market for years."

"Once a more off-the-radar destination, Sicily has surged to the forefront of global consciousness once again, thanks to several high-profile television series and films. An area of rich history, reflected in Greek, Roman, and Byzantine sites as well as a haven for nature with Mount Etna towering over the landscape."

"Lifestyle, culture, weather, but also competitive prices and tax incentives: the Italian market is opening more and more to international interest, supporting further expectations of growth.  "

"A region with huge potential for growth waiting to be unlocked"

"Attracting and retaining the best talent is central to creating innovation-led growth in the Central South. How can the region retain the skilled talent required for a diverse workforce?"