As if Milan weren't stylish enough , it has an ultra-chic new hotel, The Chedi Milan (00 39 023 631 888; www.thechedimilan.com).

Owner GHM group has luxurious hotels all over Asia, but this is its first in Europe. It retains an Asian flavour, with Indonesian interior design and Thai and Indian food.

A spa is due to open in September. Rooms cost from £87 a night, including breakfast.