Insider guides (Ultimi inserimenti)
Sicilian Day of the Dead
On November the 2nd, Sicily celebrates the Festival of the dead, when children receive gifts from their dead relatives. In the Eastern part of the island, traditional sweets are "the deads' bones": white dough sweets on a crunchy layer.
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Mountains, with view of the sea
A holiday in the mountains or by the sea? Stay at Borgomaro and enjoy both! Monesi, Liguria's ski resort, is only a 40 minute car drive away.
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Ceramic lessons
Experience an unforgettable week-long course in the art of ceramics: discover and handle all the secrets of the mold!
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The Etruscan tomb and museum in Sarteano
In 2003 in the countryside around Sarteano an amazing frescoed tomb dating back to 4th century BC was discovered. A guided tour inside this wonderful Etruscan tomb is a journey through time that reveals many aspects of this ancient people.
Tel. +39 0578 269261
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Il Duomo
The King Carl II d'Angiò started its construction beginning in 1294 on the place of ancient religious buildings, some of these were destroyed and others were preserved and inserted in the "angioina" structure.
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Castelbuono
This tiny town is especially famous for the castle which its name derives, and around which the city grew up in the 14th century.
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Amazing Family Restaurant
How to feel at home ... The "La Torre" restaurant is located in an unforgettable landscape with breathtaking views. Every member of the Mazzola family will be happy to take care of your palate delights.
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Photography course
Turn your vacation into a photographic safari in Marche, hunting out the perfect shot thanks the technics learnt during the course held at Villa Cicchi!
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La Guardiola Lounge Cafè
This little cafe is located at the entrance of the village, a terrace with stunning views and excellent Tuscan food will accompany you to the time of sunset .. A show. Try the roast pork liver with beans and Chianina hamburger .
Tel. +39 340 3038377
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around La Pieve
We are on the route of the ancient and well-known Via Francigena, which was taken by pilgrims going from Canterbury to Rome in the Middle Ages.
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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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Insenatura magica
Acquaviva , insenatura a Castro con acque limpide e fresche , in un angolo naturale molto suggestivo
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Villa Romana del Tellaro
Some extraordinary mosaics were found on the floor of an important Roman villa from the end of the fourth century AD. The mosaics have nothing to envy the most famous mosaics of the Villa Romana del Casale.
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Pontedera Piaggio Museum
The history of the Vespa motorbike and more in a museum created in the old Piaggio factory.
Tel. +39 0587 27171
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Restourant rossOCorbezzolo
For a light lunch to be enjoyed with a view to the Elba and Corsica and in the evening for a candlelight dinner. The restaurant of Relais vedetta offers traditional dishes, served with a wide selection of local wines.
Tel. +39056637023
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Excursions for the whole family
From simple trips to more challenging climbs, there is something for everyone! Just use the lifts near the hotel and explore the Dolomites.
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The Natural Reserve of Castelvecchio
The nature reserve of Castelvecchio is located a few kilometers from the center of San Gimignano. It includes within the Poggio del Comune and extends up to the ruins of Castelvecchio from which it takes its name.
Tel. +390577942014
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Kayaking
Glinding across the water with the sun at your back: discovering Elba in kayak is a unique and relaxing way to explore this island's shores. Rental kayaks are available on the Sant'Andrea beach, and from here your adventure begins!
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San Gimignano
Small fortified town halfway between Florence and Siena, famous for its architecture and its beautiful medieval towers, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, San Gimignano is one of the small pearls of the Sienese province
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Ulysses, the myth and the Emperor Tiberius
A more beautiful place could not have chosen for its Villa of the Emperor Tiberius, the Sea. The imperial residence, the remains of which, in the sixties was born the Archaeological Museum of Sperlonga, preserves the wonderful finds from the statues that adorned the gardens and the cave of the Cyclops. A true Odyssey of marble which is one of the most fascinating testimony to knowledge of the myth of Odysseus in ancient art.
Tel. 0771 548028
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Tredici Gobbi
Typical Florentine cuisine. To try the "Rigatoni in a bowl" (Rigatoni nella zuppiera).
Tel. +39 055 284015
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Tempio del Gusto
Creative gourmet cuisine
Tel. +39 0743 47121
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GOLF EXCLUSIVE
Our offer includes:
- daily breakfast on buffet or served in your room (on request)
- half board
- free entries on 9 holes Golf Camp in Golf Club (excepted weekends, August and day of race)
Tel. +39 465 441558
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SPA EXPERIENCE
The grapes, their leaves and wine have extraordinary antioxidant properties and can have beneficial effects on skin, circulation, forms of stress and skin ageing.
Tel. +39 0575612679
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'900 Exibition in San Gimignano
In San Gimignano is staging an exhibition of art of the highest level with the masterpieces of the twentieth century, Carlo Carra, Giorgio De Chirico and Renato Guttuso.
Tel. +390577942014
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Cheese by Maria and Romeo
It's not a shop. It's not a dairy. It's a home where, in the morning only, you can found the most fantastic fresh cheese. Ask a local to show you the way...
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Home of Vermentino
Gallura it's Home of Vermentino a straw yellow wine with an intense smell and the taste from dry to sweet. In Monti, about 40 km form San Teodoro there is a famous Vermentino Winery.
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Nemi - Roman Ship Museum - The Via Appia
The museum houses the remains of two luxurious vessels recovered at the bottom of Lake Nemi and a section with prehistoric materials; there is also a space with a stretch of the Via Sacra.
Hours: Mon - Sat 9:00 to 19:00, Sun: 9:00 to 13:00
Tel. +39069368140 - +39069398040
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Punic Roman Acropolis
Punic Roman Acropolis
The Phoenicians founded a colony, Cossyra, the archaeological remains are located on the hills of San Marco and Santa Teresa in the hinterland of the capita
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