Italy. It was the first country I traveled to in Europe. I think it will always captivate me because of that. There are endless things about the place that capture me. Sicily is one of those places that will capture you. The Ashbee Hotel, once an old home, is built on a cliff overlooking the Ionian. It's within walking distance to restaurants and boutiques in Taormina's center, or hop on a boat to the sea glass beach on Isola Bella. Don't forget to take a dip in the phenomenal pool.