Casali di Casole : A treasure in the heart of Tuscany
Nestled among the green hills of Tuscany, an hour from Florence and among Siena, San Giminiano and Volterra, the Casali di Casole estate is a veritable icon of history and luxury. Now transformed into an internationally renowned villas & farmhouses estate, it offers a journey through the centuries, reflecting the times and transformations of this enchanting region.
Adler : From mountain hostel to Alpine empire
In 1810, Josef Anton Sanoner acquired an auberge in Ortisei, a picturesque village in the Val Gardena valley, nestled in the heart of the Italian Dolomites. At the time, the region was mainly agricultural and relatively isolated. Recognizing the potential of this spectacular natural setting, Josef saw a unique opportunity and named his guesthouse "Zum Adler," which means "At the Eagle's" in German.
The art of serving tea in Morocco
While the consumption of mint tea, or “atay,” is deeply rooted in Moroccan culture, this tradition has its origins in historic trade between East and West, in which China played an essential role.
4 secrets from the early days of luxury hotels
The beginnings of the luxury hotel industry are closely linked to iconic figures such as César Ritz and Auguste Escoffier, who collaborated to create legendary establishments such as the Ritz in Paris.
Celebrate the Redentore in Venice
Every year in Venice, the month of July brings with it an emblematic celebration : the Redentore.
This celebration has its origins in the 16th century, marked by a terrible epidemy of pests that devastated the city. Faced with desolation, the Venetians made a solemn wish to build a church dedicated to Christ the Redeemer if they were saved. When the pestilence began to recede, the Church of the Redentore was raised on the island of Giudecca as a sign of gratitude and devotion.
Luxury hotels and the Olympic Games, a common story
Paris, known as the City of Light, has always been a destination of choice for travelers in search of unforgettable experiences. As the capital prepares to host the 2024 summer Olympic Games, it's interesting to look back at the fascinating history of luxury hotels in Paris, a story that intertwines with the Olympic Games.
The historic jewel that survived Lisbon's earthquake
In the heart of Lisbon, between the historic districts of Chiado, Bairro Alto and Príncipe Real, stands the majestic Palácio Ludovice. Built in the early 1700s, this emblematic building was the private residence of João Federico Ludovice, the architect of King João V, and has now been transformed into a luxury hotel. But this XVIII century palace is much more than a boutique hotel ; it's above all a living testimony to Lisbon's turbulent history.
Six Senses Rome
Six Senses conquista la Città Eterna, Roma, le cui meraviglie artistiche, culturali e architettoniche costituiscono un patrimonio senza tempo e unico al mondo.
È nel cuore del centro storico, affacciato su via del Corso, a pochi passi dal Pantheon e dalla Fontana di Trevi, che Six Senses Roma aprirà i battenti all'inizio del 2023.
Protetti dal Comune di Roma e dalla Sovrintendenza Capitolina ai beni culturali, la facciata e lo scalone monumentale sono stati riportati all'originario splendore. Nell'ambito del loro primo progetto comunitario, Six Senses ha inoltre sostenuto importanti lavori di ristrutturazione per far rivivere la facciata della Chiesa di San Marcello al Corso, situata accanto all’hotel.
In collaborazione con il famoso architetto Patricia Urquiola, Six Senses Roma offre, con le sue 96 camere e suite, un'oasi di verde nel trambusto della capitale italiana. Un vero rifugio e oasi di pace, grazie alla Spa Six Senses e alle sue terme romane, al BIVIUM Ristorante - Caffè - Bar e al NOTOS rooftop, un giardino pensile con vista panoramica.
Six Senses Roma si trova a 50 minuti di auto dall'aeroporto internazionale Leonardo Da Vinci di Fiumicino e a circa 40 minuti dal secondo aeroporto internazionale di Roma, Ciampino. Il porto di Civitavecchia dista 82 km, ovvero 1 ora e 15 minuti di auto. Sono inoltre disponibili trasferimenti privati e un servizio di parcheggio e riconsegna auto.
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