2025 marks the Jubilee year, a rare holy year observed across Italy once every 25 years. As millions of pilgrims journey to Rome, why not experience an enchanting Easter experience without the overwhelming crowds in Florence. The city celebrations peak with the Scoppio del Carro, the ‘Explosion of the Cart’, a tradition where a firework-laden cart is ignited by a mechanical dove-shaped rocket fired from the Duomo, a symbol of good fortune. For a stay steeped in Renaissance grandeur, Il Salviatino in Fiesole offers a refined retreat just outside the city. This lovingly restored 15th-century Florentine villa boasts breathtaking views and exquisite frescoes. 

Sweden’s Easter traditions are delightfully whimsical. You might be surprised to find children dressed as Easter witches, påskkärringar, on Maundy Thursday, knocking on doors in exchange for treats. Some regions even light bonfires, a custom believed to ward off evil spirits. Experience the magic of Stockholm in serene luxury at Ett Hem Stockholm, an elegant townhouse-turned-boutique hotel designed by Ilse Crawford. With its warm and homely atmosphere and exquisite Nordic cuisine, it is a sanctuary of Scandinavian sophistication.

Bermuda’s Easter traditions are a feast for the senses. From hot cross buns and codfish cakes to the unconventional Peppercorn Ceremony, the island’s celebrations are rich in both flavour and heritage. On Good Friday, head over to Horseshoe Bay, a beach that becomes a kaleidoscope of colour as families gather to fly handmade, cross-shaped kites - a charming tradition that symbolises Christ’s resurrection. A stay at the Hamilton Princess Beach, fondly known as the “Pink Palace”, offers a perfect mix of elegance and island charm. The landmark hotel’s Victorian colonial façade affords a view of the waterfront and features an impressive art collection with works by Warhol and Banksy. 

In San Miguel de Allende, locals celebrate Easter with a week-long parade. Semana Santa brings an outpouring of devotion, with elaborate altars adorning the streets and a mesmerising series of parades filling the city with reverence and festivity. For an indulgent stay, check into Rosewood San Miguel de Allende, a terracotta-hued dream. This hotel exudes charm, offering farm-to-table dining, spa treatments and rooms with hand-carved four-poster beds and wood-beamed ceilings. 

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