This island in Italy will refund your hotel costs if it rains during your holiday

Going on holiday to a sunny destination can be the best way to relax, but if it rains while away this can often dampen the mood.

What if you could go on holiday and guarantee that you’ll get your money back on your accommodation if it does happen to rain?

Believe it or not, an island in Italy will actually give you your money back if it rains for too long while you’re there. Here’s everything you need to know about it.

Island of Elba

The island of Elba is located just off the coast of Tuscany, and is one of the biggest islands in Italy. Elba is also part of the National Park of the Tuscan Archipelago, which is the largest marine park in Europe.

With stunning beaches and its rich history, Elba is a great place to relax, explore and soak up the sunshine.

But if your time away is spoiled by rain then the island’s ‘Elba No Rain’ guarantee will see you get your money back if it rains.

The rainy day initiative was launched last year and offers a refund on guests' hotel stays if it rains for too long.

When can I claim money back?

The initiative is in place during May and then from September through October.

The island's official tourist site says, "Even if rain is rare on Elba Island in May, it can still occur. But on Elba rain is no longer a problem!

"With the initiative ‘Elba No Rain’, during the month of May and from September - October, if rain happens to occur during your stay, you won’t have to pay for your overnight accommodation!"