Italy Two Centre Holidays - Adriatic Riviera

Immortalized in the films of Federico Fellini, the Adriatic Riviera is the ideal beach holiday destination. The region boasts acres of warm sands paired with the rustic scenery of crumbling castles and rolling green hills, and flashy but family friendly resorts. Riccione’s action-packed hotels, water parks and theme parks will keep the children smiling, whilst the grown ups wander the cobbled streets for chic shopping. Milano Marittima is a more exclusive option, but even the jet set need to offload the kids, and the serene avenues lined with pine trees are offset by hotels with excellent children’s facilities. Rimini has been recently transformed to cater to a more upmarket clientele, with a sophisticated Marina, yacht-lined harbour and historical centre, but the resort’s heart still throbs with vibrant nightlife. For peace and quiet, head to Gabicce Mare, where an uncluttered coastline nestles at the verdant hills of the Gabbice Monte. From these resorts, the sights of the Riviera are yours to devour; find a bargain with tax free shopping in the tiny independent Republic of San Marino, marvel at the world famous Byzantine mosaics and Dante’s tomb in Ravenna, and gorge yourself on Bologna’s celebrated cuisine, before stocking up on parmesan cheese and Parma ham.