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INTRODUCING PALAZZO DI VARIGNANA, BOLOGNA

The 18th century Palazzo di Varignana is situated at the top of the rolling hills in the historic village of Varignana, with Bologna and the Adriatic coast just on the horizon. It is a quick, picturesque, 30-minute drive from the enchanting city of Bologna, the capital of the Emilia-Romagna region in Northern Italy, which is home to the magical UNESCO World Heritage site, The Porticoes of Bologna.

Palazzo di Varignana is set in a 75-acre estate enveloped by botanical landscaped gardens, farmland, vineyards, and olive trees. The 134 spacious and contemporary rooms and suites offer something for everyone. Those looking for exclusive privacy can now stay in one of the five new villas – ranging from four to six rooms they are perfect for families, friends and larger groups celebrating milestone occasions. Activities and experiences can be shared together in one of the many swimming pools, terraces, tennis, padel and squash courts as well as the 18-hole Le Fonti golf course, complete with its very own driving range and putting green. Perfect for a keen golfer to practice getting back into the swing of things.

The impressive Varsana Spa has its own wellness-themed Vital Suites which are often chosen by those visiting the resort just for the spa. New this year, the property boosts its wellness offering with a new extensive Medical Centre, which focuses on detoxifying, boosting immunity, and counteracting oxidative stress through a variety of medical and aesthetic personalised treatments. The sprawling wellness facilities include a hammam, sensory showers, bio-sauna, Finnish sauna, steam bath, ice waterfall and Kneipp circuit. The wellness trails on site allow guests to explore the estate by bike or foot. Wellness experts are on hand to encourage Nordic walking during which guests can discover hidden lakes and breathtaking secret views.

The farm was founded in 2015 and since then, the property has cultivated olives and grapes. The high-quality produce has led to homemade products sold in the shop as well as a farm-to-table concept in all three restaurants, with their fourth restaurant, Il Palazzo, to re-open following a full refurbishment this year. Given the beauty of its surroundings in all seasons, Palazzo di Varignana is open all year round.

Top Tip: Places can now be booked for the muchanticipated annual Varignana Music Festival. The summer classical-music event welcomes some of the most acclaimed international musicians in a series of concerts and dinners.

BOOK IT

There are many flights from London to Bologna Guglielmo Marconi International Airport with British Airways, easyJet and Ryanair. Palazzo di Varignana can be reached from there by a 30-minute transfer, and the resort offers a shuttle service upon request.

Palazzo di Varignana offers rooms from €230 per night, based on two adults sharing on a B&B basis.

For more information or to book, visit

palazzodivarignana.com/en

Take Over Ibiza’s Sir Joan Hotel This Summer

With international travel finally back on the map for 2022, Sir Joan in Ibiza is offering a Private Hotelescape. The buyout is available to book for this upcoming spring/summer season and is ideal for those looking to create their own Ibiza experience exclusive to their friends and family only.

Parties of up to 76 people can book the entire hotel, with access to 36 beautiful guest rooms and two penthouse suites, a full hotel staff and a private pool entirely for themselves.

Situated prominently in the centre of Ibiza, this private paradise embraces all travellers. Party seekers will find themselves just moments away from the iconic Pacha club and those wanting a luxury escape can wander down to Dalt Vila with its fabulous bars, waterside dining and world-class entertainment or walk minutes to hop on the ferry to Formentera ready to open with a bang for the 2022 season.

If it’s the beach life guests prefer, hotel staff will recommend a secret side of Ibiza such as the off the beaten track beaches, however Talamanca beach is just a stone's throw away. For those who want to shop, the city centre with its exclusive boutiques and bohemian markets is just around a few corners. Whether looking to party it up or wind down, with such a central location, everyone is free to make the trip their own with the very best of the island at their fingertips.

“We know that guests are craving to get away,” says Sir Hotels’ owner & founder, Liran Wizman, “especially after these past few years, now is the time to get travelling and celebrating again.”

To enjoy the entire award-winning hotel, prices start at €15.500 for two nights. Additionally, guests can book the hotel’s restaurant IZAKAYA Asian Kitchen & Bar and bespoke Sir Explore experiences for an additional cost. Furthermore, The Sir Boat is exclusively available upon request. The premium 65-foot yacht is custom made by the Amsterdam based company Waterdream.

Prefer just a piece of paradise? Guests can also choose to rent the top floor, including the two penthouse suites overlooking Ibiza’s Old Town, for a maximum of 12 people, starting at €8.500.

For more information or to book, visit

www.sirhotels.com/en