February 2018

Florence’s top bartenders and premium craft spirits land at Waeska to present “A Tuscan night in London” on 6th March 6th March 2018, The Mandrake Hotel’s Waeska bar will celebrate Tuscany’s first class botanicals and cocktail making with “A Tuscan Night in London“, a guest bartender shift that will see the participation of two award-winning mixologists from Florence and local premium spirits VKA Vodka – first organic Tuscan vodka – and Peter in Florence – first London Dry Gin distilled almost exclusively from Tuscan botanicals. Inviting Londoners to taste and toast to Tuscany, Edoardo Sandri (Atrium Bar, Four Seasons, Florence)...

The properties, Portrait Florence and Portrait Rome have been recognizes as part of the Industry’s best by Forbes travel guide global star ratings 2018 At the announcement of the Forbes Travel Guide Global Star Ratings, Lungarno Collection proudly accepted the prestigious Five-Star rating for its distinguished properties, on the acclaimed list after successful years of operation. “We are extremely honored to receive the prestigious Forbes Five-Star award rating – said Valeriano Antonioli, CEO of Lungarno Collection – The Portrait brand is one of the industry’s most unique, bespoke hospitality companies and it is incredibly rewarding to see our properties maintain their position...

Snowshoe trails, downhill and cross-country skiing, snowmobile excursions  and activities for the kids make Madesimo  one of the most popular winter tourist destinations in Lombardy Looking for a mountain locality that guarantees fantastic snow and activities for the whole family? Madesimo in Valtellina will surprise you with its modern ski area that ranges between 1,150 and 2,880 metres above sea level, offering 60 kilometres of slopes for downhill skiing, 2 cross-country circuits, and itineraries for snowmobile and snow kite excursions. Here are 5 good reasons to choose Madesimo: 1 The magic of the high mountains Scaling the heights is this...

There is no doubt about it: Cortina continues to be the top location for luxury winter holidays. Not only that; luxury snow tourism is a thriving segment and, for the second year in a row, is growing, putting paid to the idea of the crisis. The figures that emerge from research by World Capital are interesting, and they describe quite an impressive scenario for winter tourism: if you are hankering for a ski holiday or even just a weekend in the most beautiful mountains in Europe, here is the ranking: among the most attractive locations, Cortina d’Ampezzo is confirmed as the most...

Land Salzburg, one of the 9 Austrian states awaits you with authentic and unforgettable experiences Snowshoeing in the enchanted landscape In the Salzkammergut area, on Lake Wolfgangsee, you can enjoy one of the finest panoramic trails in Salzburgerland. The views, the frozen lake, the mountains in the background and the forest all make the Bürglsteinrundweg trail a magical itinerary. Beyond the forest, about halfway along the trek, a welcoming retreat awaits visitors for a cosy break with delicious specialities by the fireplace; and there is the village of St. Wolfgang, the start and finish point of the circular trail, which is a...

Fancy a ‘white week’ in the heart of the Gran Paradiso National Park? Eco Wellness Hotel Notre Maison, located in the Cogne Valley, the heart of the Gran Paradiso National Park, offers an opportunity to spend a holiday week in close contact with unspoilt nature enjoying winter sports, wellness, culture, traditional cuisine and industrial archaeology. There are countless activities to indulge in on the slopes of Gran Paradiso. Cross-country skiers will appreciate the convenience of buckling on their skis right in front of the hotel, before setting off to explore more than 80 Km of perfectly connected slopes. Cogne Valley...

Cristallo, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Cortina d’Ampezzo is the perfect address to spend an extraordinary mountain experience!   Owned by the Gualandi family, Cristallo, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, marks the brand’s first hotel in Cortina, and first ski resort worldwide. Located in Northeastern Italy and nestled within the spectacular Dolomites mountain range, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the dual-season property will reopen after a redesign of the hotel’s rooms and suites, as well as the hotel’s lobby.  From December the property is celebrating  its first ski season as part of The Luxury Collection. The iconic Cristallo...

Full of Italian splendour blended with authentic Tuscan charm, the ‘Castello’ joins Belmond’s stunning portfolio of ‘Italian Icons’   Belmond Castello di Casole is located within easy access of Florence and Siena. The intimate, 39 room hotel sits within 1500 acres of farmland, vineyards and olive groves; one of the largest private estates in Italy. A storied past Steeped in history, Belmond Castello di Casole dates back to the 10th century; owned by Italian aristocratic family, the Bargagli, who for generations farmed the landscape and latterly by acclaimed cinematographer Luchino Visconti whose films The Leopard and Death in Venice embody the...

Planetaria Hotels launches aperi-use: the new format, presented in collaboration with Nio Cocktails, is going to start on Valentine’s Day to offer a very romantic experience in our beautiful hotels.  For the most romantic day of the year the Planetaria Hotels Group launches a new formula: the Aperi-Use. Planetaria Hotels presents this new formula with Nio Cocktails: with the Aperi-use you can taste your wonderful cocktail without the barman. The concept is easy: shake Nio, already perfectly mixed, tear the corner of the package and pour it into a tumbler filled with ices. The Aperi-Use, the aperitif of the day-use...

Marriott International luxury brands continue to redefine high-end hospitality landscape and grow luxury footprint from Savannah to Tel Aviv to Hobart, Tasmania   Marriott International is set to open nearly 40 luxury hotels in 2018. Providing globetrotters with a truly global perspective and an unparalleled portfolio of 8 distinct luxury brands, Marriott International Luxury Brands include world-renowned hospitality hallmarks The Ritz-Carlton, Ritz-Carlton Reserve, St. Regis, W Hotels, The Luxury Collection, EDITION and JW Marriott. The Ritz-Carlton and St. Regis Hotels & Resorts The Ritz-Carlton will continue to set the standard in luxury in 2018. The brand in 2018 is slated...