One of our favorite Mediterranean resorts-- the new Verdura Golf & Spa Resort-- is a bastion of luxury on the sun-splashed island of Sicily. Recently added to the Five Star Alliance hotel collection, this Rocco Forte resort has it all-- from smashing interiors to its destination spa and Kyle Phillips-designed golf courses. For a first-hand review, check out this article in Luxury Travel Advisor. We've just learned about a special offer at Verdura that coincides with the best possible time of year to visit Sicily (September and October). The exclusive Verdura Late-Summer Package is available from September 3 to October 30, 2010 and includes the following:

• 3 nights' accommodation or more

• Welcome cocktail upon arrival

• Fresh fruit on the arrival day

• Daily breakfast

• A 3-course dinner every night in one of the restaurants

• A complimentary spa treatment or one round of golf, per person per stay

• Complimentary full board for children 11 and under when sharing room with their parents

• Complimentary access to Spa with use of Sauna, Hammam, indoor pool, tennis courts and bikes.

Rates start at €1,680 for 3 nights (minimum), double occupancy.