La Villeggiatura Monopoly

Words by Belmond Editors

At a table with a red cocktail, olives and crisps, a guest plays Monopoly, the La Villeggiatura edition, seen from above.

With summer in full swing, we learn yet another way to master the art of the Italian getaway. Discover Belmond’s special edition of MONOPOLY La Villeggiatura, a playful twist on the classic game that weaves together our legendary locations – from the Amalfi Coast to Liguria, via Costa Smeralda and Tuscany.

Celebrate the true meaning of summer in Italy with Belmond’s special Villeggiatura edition of MONOPOLY. This playful twist on the classic board game weaves together our legendary locations across Italy. In the game, you can visit Mount Etna in Sicily, sail to Sardinia or stargaze beneath star-filled skies in Tuscany – witnessing the intrinsically Italian concept of Villeggiatura come to life. A term defined as ‘a leisurely stay in a single place’ la villeggiatura is an expression at the heart of the Belmond summer experience across our Italian properties.

In this game, you can buy Belmond’s hotels across Italy – just don’t forget your room service bill, as all the usual rules of the game still apply. As you move around the board, you’ll find moments of breathtaking beauty from an unforgettable Vespa drive around the Amalfi Coast to seeing the sunset over the Florence skyline. There are sights to be seen and dreams to be had, so don’t wait – roll the dice and enjoy this preview of the MONOPOLY Villeggiatura edition.

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First Stop: la Gelateria

Gelato is quintessential to time spent in the sunshine of an Italian summer. Your task now is to taste all the flavours at Gelateria San Giorgio in Portofino’s Piazzetta before collecting 50 dollars and returning to Splendido Mare for an afternoon nap.

A card tucked into a bowl of fruity sorbet prompts the reader to try every flavour at Portofino's Gelateria San Giorgio.

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Stroll Around

A wander around the gardens of Castello di Casole isn’t complete without finding something to eat. Help the chef gather wild herbs, collect 10 from each player and maybe you’ll find some other snacks along the way.

A card tucked into a jute bag filled with greens suggests the reader takes a walk in the vegetable gardens to gather herbs.

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Buy a Snack or Two

Remember to always leave room in your luggage – a trip to Italy isn’t complete without bringing home something sweet. Collect 20 and spend your trip finding your favourites from across all our Italian hotels.

A card balanced on a glass bowl with two pistachio cornetti says a trip isn’t complete without bringing home something sweet.

Buy your copy of MONOPOLY La Villeggiatura from any boutique in our Italian properties. Monopoly and Hasbro are trademarks of Hasbro and are used with permission. © 1935, 2024 Hasbro. All Rights Reserved.

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La Villeggiatura Monopoly