ISOLA DI CAPO RIZZUTO | ITALY Praia Art Resort Italy lovers

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Matterhorn Focus Design Hotel Room with a view

The Secret Destination in Calabria: This is probably the best description for the Praia Art Resort. The luxurious resort is located on the border with the protected marine area of Isola Capo Rizzuto, nestled in the uniquely beautiful landscape of Calabria. Surrounded by Mediterranean flora and the scent of myrtle bushes and mastic trees, guests are welcomed here with a dazzling panoramic view over the Ionian Sea.

In 31 authentic rooms, all just few metres from the beach and with their own terrace, the focus is on the natural, with a hint of luxury. Furnished with warm materials such as wood and terracotta, and with great attention to detail, feel-good moments are guaranteed. Pure relaxation awaits guests in the pool area, surrounded by pine trees.

The in-house restaurant Pietramare Natural Food has been awarded with a Michelin-star and invites its guests to try culinary temptations in a class of their own, created from the best ingredients throughout the region. It is an authentic culinary journey that the gourmet restaurant invites its guests to embark on, profound and intense.

LIMONE SUL GARDA | ITALY

Eala My Lakeside Dream

Exclusive adult-friendly luxury hotel on Lake Garda

Embedded between the glittering Lake Garda and the imposing mountains not far from Limone sul Garda lies the 5-star Design Hotel Eala My Lakeside Dream. The spectacular building is nestled against the rock, the contemporary architecture blends in with the surrounding landscape and is characterised by the use of local forms, colours and architectural traditions. An evergreen garden full of palm trees and cypresses and a private beach make the hotel a place of peace and serenity. The elegant swan, Eala in Celtic, served as a source of inspiration for the hosts in designing the hotel.

Eala is designed for guests over 16 years old, who will find an oasis of peace and tranquility, allowing them to live a unique experience of relaxation on Lake Garda.

The exclusive hotel has a total of 55 junior suites and 12 suites, all with lake view and terrace. The interior design is characterised by elegant shapes, high-quality materials, harmonious colours and well thought-out details. The rooms are flooded with light and all offer a fantastic view of Lake Garda. The suites, which are particularly well equipped, shine in pure white, blue, grey and silver and, depending on the size, are equipped with airpools and a panorama sauna.

In the Eala Luxury Spa you can pamper yourself on 1,500 sqm. Several saunas, a steam bath, two indoor pools and an outdoor infinity pool leave nothing to be desired. In this wellness oasis it is easy to bring body, mind and soul back to radiance.

Star chef Alfio Ghezzi is responsible for the culinary concept at Eala. In the restaurant “Fine Dining Senso” the dining room, which seems to hover above Lake Garda, alone is quite spectacular. The menu offers typical Italian dishes at a high level. In selecting the ingredients the restaurant works together with small local farms that are committed to sustainability. The “Alfio Ghezzi Bistrot”, directly on the lake’s shore completes the culinary choice.

In the south of Italy in the Sassi of Matera, UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993, the Sextantio Le Grotte della Civita was constructed as a cultural project of restoration of ancient caves. With the project, the Sextantio Group wants to honor the historical heritage. The buildings and caves now serve as spacious, romantic boutique rooms and suites and impress with authentic romance. The suites and common room in the Cripta della Civita, an ancient rock church, offer breathtaking views of the Gravina stream against the backdrop of Murgia Park.

Culinary wishes remain unfulfilled at Sextantio Le Grotte della Civita. The day starts with a hearty breakfast on the terrace overlooking the dramatic landscape. The famous bread of Matera, freshly baked focaccia, homemade sweets, fresh seasonal fruit, mozzarella, ricotta, natural yogurt and delicious jams are supplied by the organic farmer in the area.

At the exclusive dinner, by candlelight, flickering fireplace and classical music, local wines and traditional dishes of Matera are served in the rock church. Under the guidance of a talented cook from Matera, you can learn the ancient art of making homemade pasta according to authentic recipes. The deconsecrated 13th century church can also be booked for a private dinner for 2 - a suggestive and distinctly romantic experience in a mystical setting.