The Italian Perfect Ten
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Villa San Michele ***** Deluxe One of our favourite hotels in Europe, this beautiful former monastery is perched on a hillside overlooking Florence. Owned by the prestigious Orient Express Group, this is a highly civilised place to enjoy outstanding service, beautiful gardens with a swimming pool and delightful views. 4 nights for the price of 3 until 28 August. Price from £1,589 per person for 4 nights. |
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Rome
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Hotel Eden ***** Deluxe This is our favourite luxury hotel in Rome – breakfast or dinner in the famous roof top Terrazza restaurant with its spectacular views of the city is a fabulous way to start or end the day. 3 nights for the price of 2 all week until 28 August. Price from £689 per person for 3 nights. |
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Florence
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Villa Medici ***** Deluxe This 18th Century palace is the only luxury hotel in the city centre with gardens and a swimming pool. The River Arno is 3 minutes’ walk away and the Duomo can be reached in 15 minutes. Spend your mornings exploring the city and then relax by the pool in the afternoon before enjoying a delicious dinner at one of our recommended trattorie – booked by the Kirker Concierge. Price for 3 nights from £855 per person, including BA flights to Pisa, return private car transfers and entrance tickets to the Uffizi Gallery until 31 October. |
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Tuscany
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Castello del Nero ***** Deluxe Located in the heart of the enchanting Chianti countryside, we can highly recommend this beautifully renovated Castello for those looking to relax and recharge. Laze by the pool, enjoy a massage in the spa or take a stroll along the paths of the 700 acre nature reserve in which the hotel is set. Both Florence and Siena are just 30 miles away. 4 nights for the price of 3, valid until 28 October. Price from £1,230 per person for 4 nights. |
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Venice
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San Clemente Palace Opened in 2002 this exclusive island has a rich and varied history, the San Clemente Palace is located in the Venetian lagoon with wonderful views of the city, Giudecca and the Lido. The beautiful tree-filled park has a large swimming pool and plenty of space to relax and unwind, making this an excellent choice in the summer months, especially for families. The hotel is offering a special evening menu to celebrate the festival of ‘Il Redentore’, created by their executive chef Ivan Catenacci with such delicacies as creamy sea bass risotto with wild rucola and Prosecco. Price from £955 per person for 4 nights. ‘Il Redentore’ dinner £150 per person including wine. |
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Siena, Palio 16 August
The dramatic architecture of the Piazza del Campo in the heart of Siena is the perfect setting for this spectacular horse race which has taken place annually since 1660. Prominent local families select their most gallant representative to career around the cobbled streets at breathtaking speed. It is a unique example of mediaeval pageantry combined with astonishing bravery; needless to say, it is one of the country’s most sought-after events.
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Grand Hotel Continental ***** This remarkable Palazzo built in 1600 is situated only a few steps form the Piazza del Campo and is, without doubt, the best hotel in Siena. Price from £1,999 per person based on 3 nights including tickets to the Palio. |
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Puccini Festival, Torre del Lago 11 July - 5 September
The charming Tuscan town of Torre del Lago is located on the shores of Lake Massaciuccoli near Lucca, and was the home of one of Italy’s finest composers, Puccini. He is honoured each summer with a wonderful festival in the open-air theatre where some of his most famous works are performed. This year’s programme includes La Boheme, Tosca and Madama Butterfly.
| Hotel Noblesse, Lucca ***** A restored ancient palace dating back to 1700, originally the home of a famous antique dealer. It has recently been converted into a small charming hotel with an excellent restaurant. Price from £1,195 per person based on 3 nights’ accommodation including opera tickets for one performance, extra tickets available on request. |
Puglia
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Il Melograno ***** The picturesque 5 star Hotel Il Melograno, dating back to the 17th Century and now part of the renowned Relais & Chateaux Hotel group, is a perfect location for a relaxing holiday for both families and couples alike. The hotel boasts a large outdoor swimming pool, as well as a private beach club only 5 minutes drive away. The hotel is renowned for its excellent food, much of which comes from the local countryside and is served in the beautiful dining room or on the terrace, overlooking abundant fig trees and ancient olive trees.. Il Melograno is offering a gourmet weekend with a typical Apulian dinner with wine, on one evening, as well as the opportunity to do both local wine and olive oil tasting for two people for £995 per person including 3 nights’ accommodation. |
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Sardinia
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Cervo **** Deluxe The Costa Smeralda is well known for its beautiful beaches and its cosmopolitan atmosphere, not least in and around Porto Cervo - one of the most stylish marinas in the area. The Cervo, is located in the centre of town, convenient for soaking up the glamorous atmosphere whilst enjoying an evening ‘passeggiata’. The hotel has outstanding facilities with its three swimming pools, tennis courts, squash court, gym and sauna. Should pampering be more your style we can pre-book a range of massages and spa treatments. A private beach in an exclusive inlet is reached via the hotel’s shuttle boat.Please note that the hotels in the Costa Smeralda have a minimum 7 night stay in July and August. 4 nights in September from £1,799 per person. |
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Verona Opera Festival, until 31 August
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A visit to an opera in Verona’s magnificent open air Roman arena is a breathtaking experience and should be on every discerning traveller’s wish list. This unique festival attracts a broad range of visitors from the fanatical local amateurs who sit high up on the arena steps and come equipped with their marked-up version of the score, to the opera gurus who must attend at least one performance in Verona every year. To ensure you get a seat in the house, ask our Kirker Concierge to pre-book your opera tickets for you. This year’s programme includes Aida, Tosca, Carmen, Rigoletto, Nabucco and Romeo and Juliette. Prices for 3 nights (including a Sunday night) from £771 per person including one opera ticket. |
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