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Wintertime in Italy
Cortina’s New Arrival Rosapetra Spa Resort
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Rosapetra Spa Resort has now opened under the stewardship of Relegance ('The Unexpected collection'), the new Italian high-end hospitality brand founded by Antonio
Onorato.
Whilst the property will retain its existing contemporary aesthetic, guests can expect a new and dynamic hospitality style – in both the hotel’s spaces and experiences.
The design of Rosapetra Spa Resort is a unique combination of a typical Alpine chalet with dolce vita style. Refined yet comfortable and welcoming, stone and local wood feature throughout the property, tastefully partnered with leather, steelwork, mirrors and ambient lighting that create an intimate and seductive atmosphere.
These elements are visible in their fullest expression in the five new Dolomites Suites, where Swiss pine wood takes centre stage, ensuring guests restful sleep thanks to the material’s powerful natural calming properties. The generous suites feature a spacious living area with a lounge and dining room, as well as large terraces with views of the spectacular Tofane slopes.
The restaurant, also open to outside guests, will be an attraction from dawn until after dusk, thanks to an innovative new F&B concept. Executive Chef Fabio Manni pays homage to the classic flavours expected at high-altitude, such as black truffle, chestnuts, Jerusalem artichoke, and wild berries, but goes one step further to surprise visitors to Cortina this winter. Local produce from the region is partnered with an unexpected fish menu that brings something new to Cortina’s gastronomic scene.
Terrazza26, the open-air lounge and bar named after the upcoming Winter Olympics
Milan-Cortina 2026, will be the new winter hotspot for experimental cocktails and hands-on experiences, such as Shake&Drink led by Bar Manager Lucas Kelm, and evening aperitivos with live DJ sets.
At the heart of the resort is the spa, featuring a 12-metre indoor pool with far-reaching views of the Dolomites, Finnish sauna and an outdoor sauna, Mediterranean and Turkish bath, emotional showers and a cold pool.
Guests can also tailor their wellness experience with the help of a Personal Spa
Assistant.
For more information or to book, visit
www.relegancecollection.com
Steam Dreams No-Fly Rail Holiday to The Emerald Isle
Steam Dreams Rail Co 10th 'Explorer' tour will be a nineday Emerald Isle Explorer holiday starting in Dublin on Wednesday, 3rd May 2023. With high class hotels, stunning scenery and world-class attractions, this rail journey around Ireland has been meticulously designed as the perfect way to escape to another world, without venturing far from home or stepping foot in an airport, journeying to the Dublin start point via ferry.
This dream rail adventure is just the ticket, combining steam travel in charming vintage carriages with beautiful countryside, fascinating cities, fabulous hotels, great food and wine - and above all - the opportunity to enjoy a relaxed and stress-free holiday. Hauled by historic steam locomotives, there's a range of ticket and accommodation options from seating in Premium Standard to luxurious Pullman Style Dining. All passengers will also have the chance to visit the wood-panelled onboard bar car – the only railway bar in the world to serve draught Guinness.
The nine-day holiday includes one night in Dublin, two nights in Galway, three nights in Killarney and two nights in Kilkenny. Highlights include a stop at the charming city of Athlone, which lies on the banks of the River Shannon (Ireland's largest waterway), a tour of the Ring of Kerry passing stunning lakes, rivers and waterfalls, and free time to explore the city of Kilkenny, a city that exemplifies Ireland with its medieval castle and cathedral alongside established breweries and distilleries.
This tour is planned to be steam-hauled throughout. The Railway Preservation Society of Ireland (RPSI) have a number of steam locomotives and the mainstay for the tour will be old favourite V Class No. 85 Merlin, sporting sky blue livery and built in 1932 for express passenger trains. Merlin will be joined by No. 171, Slieve Gullion, an express passenger locomotive built in 1913 which will be making its debut on the tour.
The price includes eight-nights' hotel accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis, luggage porterage service between the train and hotel, coach transfers between the train and hotel when appropriate, complimentary tea and coffee on board the train, and a team of helpful staff both on board the train and at all hotels to ensure all guests have a memorable and enjoyable holiday.
Pullman Style Dining passengers will stay at some of the best accommodation available in Ireland, including the fabulous Glenlo Abbey Hotel near Galway and the Mount Juliet Estate outside Kilkenny. Passengers will be welcomed on board with a glass of Champagne and will receive a light meal on board the train on days two, four, seven and nine, served with a half-bottle of wine per person. They will also receive dinner in their hotel on days two, four and seven.
Premier Dining passengers will be welcomed on board with a glass of Bucks Fizz and will receive a light meal on the train on days two, four, seven and nine. They will also receive dinner in their hotel on days two, four, and seven.
BOOK IT
Prices start from £1995 for Premium Standard, £2995 Premier Dining and £3995 Pullman Dining Style.
Please note single supplements apply for single passengers for the hotel accommodation.
Steam Dreams are offering travellers the opportunity to journey to Dublin from England via ferry and enjoy an extra night's stay in Dublin at the end of the holiday (supplement applies).
A choice of optional excursions by road coach or steam are available to book for an additional supplement. Final details about optional excursions will be confirmed in early 2023.
To view the full itinerary, make a booking or purchase a Steam Dreams Rail Co. gift voucher visit
