For the ultimate escape, fantasy, indulgence, magic carpet ride this Sicilian retreat gorges in rich history. It has everything, perfect weather, euphoric vistas, art, opera, renaissance, ancient Greek theater. The shopping district here makes 5th Avenue look like a miserable mouse.

Taormina played host to season two of White Lotus. If you haven’t seen it the story line is this: what do debaucherous, disgustingly rich couples do on vacation to get in trouble. Most of it was filmed at the Fours Seasons San Domenico Hotel that caters to the ultra wealthy. Madonna and Sharon Stone stay there. It’s like $3K per night.