Insider guides (Ultimi inserimenti)
Wine and Olive Oil tasting
Enjoy delicious wines and fresh olive oli directly from the producer and a snack pause with typical products of Tuscany.
Tel. +39 0577 89 7390
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The Chianti Sculpture Park in Pievasciata
Just 10 km far from Siena, this Park hosts a permanent exhibition of contemporary sculptures and installations, which stand in a perfect integration of art and nature.
Tel. +39 0577 357151
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Vendicari Nature Reserve
A humid area of international interest, the Vendicari Nature Reserve offers visitors a unique natural landscape with its marshes, its flora and fauna, and an unforgettable view of sea. From the hotel you can easily reach the beach of Eloro
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The Orange Garden
A few steps from our suites, next to the beautiful Basilica of Santa Sabina, the Orange Garden will offer you a splendid view of Rome! A little farther, from the entrance door of the Priory of the Knights of Malta you will get the most famo
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Discovering Avola's almonds
In the territory of Siracusa, in Avola, one of the best kinds of almonds of Italy is produced. It is top quality and nutritious and is protected by a consortium. There are 3 types: the "pizzuta", the "fascionello" and the "romana".
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Noto (Syracuse)
Be enchanted by the charm of a timeless city....Noto is a baroque jewel. The old town with its churches and historical buildings has evolved around the impressive cathedral of St. Nicolò.
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Castello D'Avalos
Procida castle, built on a cliff directly above the sea, dominates the historic center.
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Costiera Amalfitana
Be amazed by the villages of the coast, the enchanting views of Amalfi, Positano, Ravello and nature trails of Lattari.
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MONTAGNA GRANDE
THE MOUNTAIN, "BEHIND THE ISLAND" AND RESERVE PANTELLERIA
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"Strategy" to Visit the Blue Grotto
Arrive by land in the morning (9 am) to reduce the waiting time ;-)
Nature does not allow visitors to see it each day; access depends on the weather. If you wan't to miss it, it's best to stay in Capri more than one day.
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Modica Alta
Getting lost in the maze of little lanes in Modica Alta is a unique experience and a chance to meet the locals too!
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Grottaferrata - Abbazia di San Nilo
Built in 1004 the Abbazia of San Nilo at Grottaferrata is the only Byzantine monastery to have survived on the slopes of the Colli Albani hills.
For guided tours:
tel. +39 0645421126; info@castellidellazio.com
Tel. +39 06 9459309
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Cava Grande del Cassibile Nature Reserve
Tthe landscape is characterized by a majestic valley carved into the plateau by the Cassibile creek, converging toward the bottom, where the river Cassibile flows. With a depth of 300 m Cavagrande is one of the deepest canyons in Europe
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La Terra di Patika
the best furniture,craftings and product design from around the island, presenting a balance between creative and traditional sardinian shopping
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Sant'Antimo Abbey
At about 10 kilometers from Montalcino, a romantic Benedictine abbey where you can watch the masses with Gregorian chants of the monks.
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Santa Severina
This small town is proud of its Byzantine origins, its very early little churches that recall those of Armenia, the Cathedral with its coat of arms, the Baptistery with its purple-coloured font and antique granite columns, and the Castle.
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Villa Durazzo, a jump back in 1600
Villa Durazzo with its frescoed halls, statues, antique furniture and Murano glass chandeliers, you will relive the glories of an ancient noble family in 1600. Majestically overlooks the seafront on the hill with trees.
Tel. +39 0185 293135
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The theater season in San Gimignano
It opened on the new theater season "Leggieri d' Inverno" 2014/2015 which will last until April 30. "All ready for a big trip in a small theater" is the slogan of this year's festival.
Tel. +390577942014
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Macerata Opera Festival
Every year the Sferisterio of Macerata houses several operas of great attraction in July and August in an atmosphere of deep elegance.
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Il Falconiere Restaurant
One Michelin Star in the c
Tel. +39 575 612616
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Agriturismo Ponterosa
Typical cuisine of Marche, prepared with home grown and locally sourced ingredients
Tel. +39 328 0851908
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COOKING UNDER THE TUSCAN SUN
An unforgettable experience for who loves tuscan cuisine but non only....
Tel. +39 0575 612679
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Monteriggioni
It is a Medieval village remained intact over the centuries, located in a strategic position. One of the most famous historical reenactments takes place every year in July
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Antico Frantoio Censin da Bea
Occupying an old oil press, the restaurant serves traditional dishes of Liguria and Piedmont prepared with the areas' extra virgin oilve oil, wild game, mushrooms, eels, snails and... frogs!
Tel. +39 335 8212982
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Boat tours
Discover the most pristine hidden coves, dive into the crystal clear sea, take a quick trip to the island of Capraia: all this on your own private boat. Enjoy a day on the sea, circling the island of Elba with stops at Enfola and the Forno.
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Hiking with a Sea View
From the hotel, climb Mount Capanne, thickly wooded with chestnut groves. For a guided hike, there are organized excursions through the Tuscan Archipelago National Park and, for those who love exploring the countryside on horseback.
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Brenta Dolomites
The Brenta Dolomites are well known to the majority for their charm, for the romantic colours of its limestone and for its peaks. UNESCO World Heritage these peaks are worldwide famous places known to alpinists, climbers and trekkers.
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Marmore Waterfalls - 15km from the hotel Abbazi...
The Marmore Waterfalls are the highest in Europe: 165 metres hight.
They are inside the natural park of the Nera river.
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