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Photo Source:  Hotel Alpenhof, South Tyrol

The Hotel Alpenhof in Taisten, South Tyrol, Italy is located between lush fields and green forests in Pustertal Valley, surrounded by the picturesque Dolomite Mountains in sunny South Tyrol. Colourful alpine fields, green forests and breathtaking mountains invite visitors in spring, summer and autumn for unforgettable walkings. Winter sport lovers find true pleasure and enjoyment on South Tyrol’s premier ski resort Kronplatz with 105 km of perfectly prepared runs, impeccably groomed cross-country ski trails and sledge runs just minutes from the hotel’s door. But any time of the year, the round hotel bar in the lobby, the traditional South Tyrolian “Stuben” rooms, the cigar lounge, the house library, the quaint wine cellar, on the panoramic terrace – everywhere visitors will feel the attention to detail, the hospitality and the warmth of the Hotel Alpenhof in Taisten – a place to rest, relax and unwind. Visit often.

Photo Source:  Hotel Regency, Florence

The Hotel Regency in Florence, Italy is a five-star boutique hotel, the result of a careful restoration of an original Florentine villa that overlooks the beautiful Piazza D’Azeglio, monasteries, ancient cloisters and world famous museums. Every room of this hotel is filled with history and dressed in sophistication…and in the spirit of a period filled with ideals, visitors’ needs are anticipated with discreet, personalised attention. A little haven of sheer perfection, at the heart of one of the most evocative cities on earth, the Hotel Regency features gorgeous open lounges, sweeping draperies, painted windows, Renaissance art, elegant collector’s furnishings and an exclusive, secret garden, and much more. Visit often.

Photo Source:  Hotel Principe di Savoia, Milan

The Hotel Principe di Savoia in Milan, Italy is a luxury five-star hotel and home for international travellers and cosmopolitan society since the 1920’s. The hotel offers a winning combination of Old World ambience, the latest technology, and innovative designs. It is conveniently located in the Milan city centre, near major attractions and Milan’s chief shopping district, and just 50 minutes from the Milan Malpensa airport. The hotel’s 301 elegantly furnished rooms and signature suites offer an unforgettable stay complimented by first class shopping and the ultimate in relaxation at the hotel’s Club 10 Spa. Visitors often spend afternoon tea in Il Salotto and later sample the best of classic Italian cuisine in Restaurant Acanto.

Photo Source:  Acacia Resort, Parco Dei Leoni

The Acacia Resort in Parco Dei Leoni, Sicily is located on a pristine beach between Palermo and Cefalù, also known as the Madonie’s Park Gate. Set in over 40,000 m² of gardens, it features an extra-large swimming pool, a private beach, and sports facilities surrounded by lush green and tropical plants. This stunning resort offers visitors relaxation, romantic ambience, and a chance to indulge in its world famous regional cuisine. 224 rooms are all equipped with central air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safe, a telephone, a mini-bar, a hairdryer as well as an en-suite bathroom with shower or a comfortable bathtub. Superior and De Luxe rooms are located in the main building. All of them have a private, covered, well-furnished and cozy terrace where you have the chance to enjoy breakfast or a romantic candle-lit dinner. Standard rooms are located in little mansion-houses seemingly lost in vegetation. Each room comes complete with a well-furnished private outdoor space.

Photo Source:  Villa Carlotta Taormina, Sicily

The Villa Carlotta Taormina in Sicily is a traditional aristocratic Sicilian villa converted into a luxury boutique hotel and situated in the most panoramic and peaceful area of town with stunning views across the sea and Mount Etna, yet close to the lively pedestrian area of Taormina, just a few minutes away. The old walls are still echoing the typical Sicilian way of life but today the villa has been given a new breath of life offering the discriminating traveller the opportunity to enjoy the romance of Taormina for a blissful honeymoon, a relaxing weekend break or a perfect holiday in Sicily’s most romantic boutique hotel.

Photo Source:  Four Seasons Hotel Firenze

The Four Seasons Hotel Firenze is situated amid one of the largest private gardens in the city, bordered by an ornate conventino and the 15th century, restored Renaissance Palazzo della Gherardesca. Here, visitors may enjoy opulent and inviting Florence luxury hotel rooms – along with signature Four Seasons service – as they relax, dine and celebrate life in beautiful and historic spaces.