Find peace at Villa San Paolo

Find peace at Villa San Paolo

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Who? Villa San Paolo What? Escape to the heart of Tuscany at Villa San Paolo, a quaint little spa hotel just outside of the ancient town of San Gimignano. There, you will find a charming and peaceful stay amidst the rolling Tuscan hills. It’s a little out of the way, so perfect for a getaway, but also close enough to San Gimignano to add a touch of culture to your break. The thing that’s really not to be missed, though, is the stunning view at breakfast. When? Available now Where? Strada Provinciale per Certaldo, 53037 San Gimignano (SI), Italy How? For more information, visit www.villasanpaolo.com Ten photos from Villa San…

Hotel Brunelleschi, luxury at the heart of Florence

Hotel Brunelleschi, luxury at the heart of Florence

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Who? Hotel Brunelleschi What? How many hotels can boast its own museum? Hotel Brunelleschi is certainly one. Though it could be said that the hotel is a museum in itself having incorporated historical structures from the Roman era. The interiors are anything but dated, though. Renovated as recently as 2012, it really is luxury in the heart of Florence. Perhaps that’s why it is, amongst other things, a member of the Great Hotels of the World Luxury Collection. When? Open year round Where? Piazza Santa Elisabetta, 3 50122 Florence, Italy How? For more information or to book, please visit www.ghotw.com/Hotel-Brunelleschi or call 020 7380 3658 Ten photos from Hotel Brunelleschi Fly via…

Stay in a Byzantine tower in Florence

Stay in a Byzantine tower in Florence

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Who? Hotel Brunelleschi What? Hotel Brunelleschi has now opened its Tower Suite, designed by Italian architect Benelli. The suite occupies the top floor of the Pagliazza Tower, which is one of the oldest buildings in Florence, built during the Byzantine period. Double rooms start from €1384 per night. When? Available now Where? Piazza Sant’Elisabetta, 3 50122 Florence, Italy www.brunelleschihotelflorence.com How? Book online Fly via KLM

Lefay Resort & Spa unveils new in-suite private spa
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Lefay Resort & Spa unveils new in-suite private spa

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Who? Lefay Resort & Spa What? The Lefay Resort & Spa has recently unveiled their new eco-suite, complete with the ultimate beauty experience – its own in-suite private spa. The suite is so named because it’s been designed to minimise environmental impact and aid energy conservation. The private spa features a treatment area for two, dedicated spa menu, shower with chromotherapy, steam sauna and infra-red sauna. When? Open now Where? Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda, Via Angelo Feltrinelli, 118, 25084 Gargnano, Brescia, Italy How? Visit www.lefayresorts.com for more information Fly via KLM

Brush up on culture at the Rossini Opera Festival
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Brush up on culture at the Rossini Opera Festival

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Who? Rossini Opera Festival What? Opera fanatics should not miss the Rossini Opera Festival which celebrates the music and operas of Goacchino Rossini. This year’s festival will be the 34th and will include new productions of “William Tell” and “L’Italiana in Algeri”, “L’occasione fa il ladro”, “Viaggio a Reims” and “La Donna del Lago”. There will also be a number of lectures surround the operas. When? 10th to 23rd August Where? Various venues around Pesaro, Italy How? Visit www.rossinioperafestival.it for more information Fly via KLM

Get fit in Alta Badia

Get fit in Alta Badia

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Who? Alta Badia What? The health and fitness conscious should head to the Italian region of Alta Badia this year where for two weeks, it is all about well being. The ski resort will be holding a summer program of activities including Nordic walking, zumba and meditative walks, taking place across its six villages. When? 15th to 31st July Where? Alta Badia, The Dolomites, Italy How? Visit www.altabadia.org for more information Fly via Brussels Airlines