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EDITORIAL EDITORIALE Ovidio Guaita, International Editor-in-Chief

pproaching the December holidays, the destinations that open up to tourism multiply. Various states are establishing corridors, precious escape routes to exotic vacations that have been denied for nearly two years. Yes, of course, not travel but simple holidays since to the Maldives, Seychelles, Mauritius, Aruba, Sharm ElSheik and the Dominican Republic are destinations you go to mainly for relaxation on the beach, albeit with the possibility of excursions of interest sometimes. Africa and much of Asia and South America remain inaccessible for tourism. In short, the way back to the pre-pandemic situation is long, volatile and sometimes unpredictable. However, even if it is foreseeable that not everything will return to the way it was before, every move already has a special flavor; it appears to be a conquest for us, a victory…over the fear of going out but, above all, over the limitation of freedom.

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up er b histo r ic set t ing s and moder n amen ities wel co me g u est s to H o tel El Palace in Barcelon a. The grand ho tel, w hich immediately impresses w it h it s el eg ant architec t ure, imposin g façade and asto nishing l o b by has a r ic h h istor y.

Once t he co nst ruc t io n wor k was completed in 1919, El Pal ace o p ened its door s as th e R itz B a rce l on a i n J a nuar y 1920. Af te r t h e co mmo n areas, t he l oyal t y to th e refin ed ton e o f t h e at te nt i o n to g uest s nat u ral l y co ntin ues in th e rooms an d s u i te s, c h arac ter ized by a neo cl assical st y le embellish ed by t h e f u r n i s h ing s, t he at tent io n to det ail an d th e view th at al l ows you to sweep over t he Gran Via de les Cor tes Catalan es. Th e re s t a u ra nt p l ays t he diversit y card, th us accompany in g th e m om e nt s t hat t he g u est devo tes to th e pleasures of ta s te. Th e i t i n e rar ies t herefo re b egins with a season al men u wi t h a M e d i te r ranean imp r int b u il t o n t he qualit y of flavor s an d s e r ve d i n the o asis o f p eace t hat is th e R oof top G arden , wi t h ou t, h owe ver, neg l ec t ing t he indisp ensable attention to a m ore e l a b orate g ast ro no mic p ro p o sal. 22

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Th e le i t m ot i f o f t he M ayan Lu xu r y Sp a is th e emotion th at enve lop s a ll t he senses invo l ved in a jour n ey on th e path s o f we l l - b e i n g t hat can reveal al l it s b ene fits at th e en d. Th e mys t i c a l ex p e r ience b eg un at Temazcal, th e pre -H ispan ic s a u n a , t h e n t ransl ates into a sweet sen sation of relaxin g wa r mt h t h at t ransp o r t s t he sp ir it and t he body out of time. I t i s f rom t h i s co ckt ail o f exp er iences, arc h itec tural taste an d i nte r n at i on a l d imensio n t hat El Pal ace d raws its fasc in atin g an d u n m i s t a k a b l e st yl e t hat p ro jec t s it into th e fir mament of gre at h os p i t a l i t y.

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EL PALACE BARCELONA Barcelona, España www.hotelpalacebarcelona.com Rooms & Suites 120 Villas 0 - Restaurants 2 Spa Mayan Luxury Spa Children yes Chain none Affiliation LHW Activities sightseeing Score 85 Environment 82 Design & Art 91 Service 84 Cuisine 83 Health 80 Spa 82 Rooms 91

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Patria Palace Lecce

n the heart of Lecce, in front of the Basilica of Santa Croce, the Patria Palace Hotel welcomes its guests with a priceless location and a range of special ser vices.

From the entrance you immediately enter into dialogue with an environment that, without forgetting the link with the surrounding artistic heritage, reinterprets the architectural forms of the historic building, a symbol of a long history of elegant hospitality, with a refined contemporar y taste attentive to the most desired. The ser vice, starting with a taste of Puglia offered by the unforgettable breakfast to continue with the range of experiences proposed by the Experience Curator, is carefully designed to delight the guest. A careful renovation has been reserved for the rooms and suites, combining the intensity of the Mediterranean light with contemporar y furnishings. Th e Pat r i a Pal ace, t he fl ag ship address of th e Ho Hotels Col l e c t i on , a ls o o ffers a hig h-rank ing g a stron omic proposal, t h a n k s to t h e int imate Atenze rest au rant entr usted to c h ef I va n B r u n o. 26

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A search for local ingredients. Attention to preparation. Dishes that play per fectly between flavors, textures and creativity. In fact, this is the synthesis resulting from the fundamental Salento inspiration, carefully enhanced and interpreted by a Chef who offers suggestions of a high level. The punctual service therefore accompanies impeccable dishes that you can choose from the menu or by relying on the tasting menus. However, the intense gastronomic experience begins to take shape right from the aperitif on the Rooftop, accompanied by the superb view of Santa Croce. The eighteenth-century building of the Patria Palace in Lecce now shines with a new light, thus proposing itself, on the stage of Puglia, as a valid interpreter of the tradition of great hospitality.

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PATRIA PALACE Lecce, Italia www.patriapalace.com Rooms & Suites 61 Villas 0 - Restaurants 1 Spa no Children yes Chain Ho Hotel Collection Affiliation none Activities sightseeing Score 69 Environment 67 Design & Art 90 Service 82 Cuisine 90 Health 67 Spa 0 Rooms 89

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Relais Villa d’Amelia Benevello

ith the Alps as a suggestive backdrop, the hills of the Langhe embroider a landscape of rare beauty. Delicately placed in this enchanting setting is the Relais Villa d’Amelia, just a few minutes from Alba. Needless to say, the view of the hills is breathtaking.

This ancient nineteenth-century farm, located on the crest of a hill, retains its natural charm, well enhanced by the careful restoration that has made it a point of reference for those seeking hospitality in harmony with natural rhythms. In fact, guests feel at ease from the moment they arrive thanks to the informal elegance that characterizes the rooms of the Relais. The heart of Villa d’Amelia is the relaxing internal courtyard overlooked by the rooms and suites furnished in a refined, functional and contemporary style. Another key point is the heated outdoor swimming pool located in connection with the wellness center. 32

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Supported by his masterful touch, the result of technique, creativity and an intense training course, chef Dennis Cesco proposes, at the DaMà restaurant, a menu linked to the raw material of the territory. The interpretation of the classics is exciting, starting with veal with tuna sauce. To illuminate the table, however, the Chef does not renounce going further by pushing himself - with measure and attention - on the paths of the search for new flavors, creativity and invention. The wine list is endless, and in constant evolution. There is no lack of research for new products of excellence. Thanks to this offer, intense and authentic experiences are therefore those that envelop guests during their stay at the Relais Villa d’Amelia. 34

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RELAIS VILLA D’AMELIA Benevello, Italia www.villadamelia.com Rooms & Suites 37 Villas 0 - Restaurants 1 Spa yes Children yes Chain none Affiliation SLH Activities excursions Score Environment Design & Art Service Cuisine Health Spa Rooms

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Hôtel West End Nice

u il t w it h an inter nat io nal spir it, th e Hotel West End N ice is an architec t ural j ewel sh aped by t he neo cl assical fo r ms o f th e maj estic façade. The West End, t he first h otel to be built on t he Pro menade des Anglais in 1 8 4 2 , h as, in fac t, wel l p reser ved it s stron g per son alit y. As so o n as yo u enter t he h all, you immediately re a l i ze t h e s k i l ful co ncent rat io n o f p erspec tives, fur n ish in gs an d d e t a i l s t h at refer to t he amb iences an d suggestion s of th e gre at h os p i t a l i t y seaso n o f t he Cô te d ’A zur. The rooms and suites, which alternate modern and more classic design, all satisfy a desire for calm and tranquility. The common thread is the relationship between the inside and the outside materialized by the superb view of the Baie des Anges. The intensity of the blue. The power of Mediterranean light. Features that, enhanced by light shades, invade the rooms. A score that makes the experience of staying in the West End unforgettable. 36

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Th e at te nt i on to M editer ranean fl avo rs gives sh ape to th e b a la n ce d m e n u o f t he Le Siècl e rest aurant - based on th e f re s h n e s s of t h e p ro duc t s and t he r ig ht touc h of inventiven ess - wh e re, of cou rse, a p er fec t N iço ise sal ade stan ds out. Le S iècle i s a ls o c h a ra c ter ized by t he refined inter ior space embellish ed by t h e b e a u t i fu l summer ter race and by an attentive an d p rofe s s i on a l s er vice. An int imate, u nique an d exc lusive cor n er i s t h e a b ove M ezza Bar. Th e re a re a l so co mmo n areas t hat co m plete th e pleasant com b i n at i on o f histo r y, co mfo r t and el egan ce offered by th e H ote l We s t En d N ice. 38

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HOTEL WEST END Nice, France www.hotel-westend.com Rooms & Suites 121 Villas 2- Restaurants 2 Spa no Children yes Chain 3A Hotels Affiliation none Activities sea activities Score 66 Environment 63 Design & Art 85 Service 80 Cuisine 84 Health 59 Spa 0 Rooms 90

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Trentino Alto Adige is a region for all seasons. Merano even more, thanks to its shops, spas and the pretty old town with Art Nouveau buildings. We tried two hotels among the excellence of city hospitality.

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Castel Fragsburg Merano

hanks to t he Or t ner family, wh o bought it in 1954, Castel Frag sb urg “mater n um”, a for mer hu nt ing l o dg e fro m t he 17 th centur y, is today t he smal l est 5-st ar R el ais & Ch ateaux in th e Al p s. A met icul o u s wo r k d eveloped over time and w hich to day can accommodate, in its 2 0 suites, al l different fro m each oth er, a selec t c l i e nte l e e a g e r to sp end days mar ked by relaxation , spor t, s p a a n d gou r m et fo o d. Castel Frag sb urg “pater n um”, located hi gh e r on t h e top o f t he cl iff and al ready used today for events an d we d d i n gs, is t he o r iginal cast l e o f t he four teenth centur y an d wi ll b e - fo r sure - t he fut ure o f t he family, wh o will make i t a j e we l of S u dt iro l in t he co ming years. Ar r i vi n g i n o ne o f t he su ites - we t r ied th e D eluxe - you are i m m e d i ate ly st ru ck by t he magnifice nt L iber t y an d D ecò s t yle a nt i q u e f ur nishing s as wel l as by t he use of th e t y pical 44

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wood of t h e re gio n. G o ing o u t o n t he ter race you can en j oy a m a gn i f i ce nt vi e w o f t he mo unt ains o f t he Gr uppo di Tessa an d th e wh ol e va ll ey o f M erano, su r ro unded by woods, vin eyards an d a p p l e orc h ards. Th e p rop e r t y has a p ar k o f over 50, 000 square meter s, an d, wi t h a b e a u t i f ul st ro l l, yo u can reach t he suggestive water fall o f R i o S i n i go - al so cal l ed Frag sb urg - w hic h , with a 1 3 5 -meter drop, i s t h e h ig hest in S o u t h Tyro l. For th ose wh o love c yc l i n g, t h e R e so r t o ffers excel l ent assisted bik es to discover th e b e a u t i e s o f t he sur ro u nding s, and our advice is to tak e ad va nt a g e of t hem. 46

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H avi n g a r r i ved at t he mo ment fo r rel a xation , go down th e f lowe r y a n d col o r fu l p at h to reach t he he ated swimmin g pool wi t h hyd rom a s sag e. Th e R e s or t ’s p r ide is t he heal ing SPA , t he “Castellum N atura”, th e f i r s t of i t s k ind in t he wo r l d, co nceived an d developed by th e s we e t R e nate D e M ar io G amp er, p assion ate an d moder n al c h e m i s t a n d her b al ist. R enate p erso na lly prepares all th e c re a m s a n d e l i xirs b ased o n fl owers and aromatic h er bs grown i n t h e g a rd e n s o f t he p ro p er t y. S h e i s a l s o a sp ecial ist in t he ar t of fumigation an d a n u t r i t i on i s t. We are su re t hat she w il l b e able to suggest an exce l l e nt p e r s onal ized wel l ness p ro gram for you.

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Culinar y art is the staple of Castel Fragsburg, starting from the ver y rich breakfast Royale inserted by Vanity Fair - among the top ten in Italy - and then the gourmet proposal of the chef Egon Heiss, awarded the Michelin star for the year 2021. Heiss loves contrasts of clear and easily recognizable flavors, and his motto is: “leaving out the super fluous is the most per fect of the arts”. An invitation to let yourself be carried away by the senses and the heart in a gastronomic journey where passion and dedication come together in the Prezioso restaurant. This, located in the glass loggia, with climbing roses around it and also with tables on the panoramic terrace of the Orangerie, offers a fine five -course menu that changes every day. We recommend combining it with high quality South Tyrolean white or red wines proposed by the rich menu. Maternum and Paternum ...as if in a fairy tale with a happy ending. 52

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CASTEL FRAGSBURG Merano, Italia www.fragsburg.com Rooms & Suites 20 Villas 0 - Restaurants 2 Spa yes Children no Chain none Affiliation R&C Activities relax, sport, spa Score 92 Environment 95 Design & Art 91 Service 89 Cuisine 100 Health 84 Spa 97 Rooms 90

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La Maiena Meran Resort

here are only two kilometers that separate the town of Marlengo from Merano and the Maiena Resort, located in a privileged position between apple orchards and vineyards. It enjoys a beautiful view of the city and the surrounding mountains. Established in 1964 as a restaurant, tavern and nightclub managed by Franz Waldner, it was later transformed into a hotel in 1977. Hans and Marlene Waldner did a lot of expansion and renovation works and today it is Mathias, his wife Evelyn and his sister Elisabeth who welcome guests to this nice 5 star. There are only 29 hotels in South Tyrol that are part of the “Belvita” program and the Maiena is one of them. Wellness, beauty, fitness and haute cuisine - this is the proposal. To date there are 72 rooms with different types available to guests. We tried the magnificent and romantic Penthouse located on the third floor with a terrace equipped with Jacuzzi and sauna. From here you can enjoy a splendid view of Merano and its famous Maia racecourse. 54

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It is easy to let yourself be tempted by the Sensa SPA, which, with its rich proposal, invites you to involve all your senses. There are eight treatment cabins integrated with Turkish bath, Finnish sauna, bio herbal sauna, a tepidarium and an infrared cabin with inhalation grotto. Several swimming pools are available to guests, both indoor and outdoor, some at 33 °, others at 23 ° and one for those who love nudism. The latter is one of the largest in South Tyrol; however, it offers refreshing water at 16 degrees. The offer for sports enthusiasts is rich and includes two tennis courts, guided excursions, a modern gym, mountain bikes or city bikes. A few steps from the Maiena there is the Val Venosta train stop and the 212 bus, which goes directly to Merano and which can be used with the free pass offered on arrival – a practical and ecological solution that we have experimented with, avoiding the problem of parking in the center. 56

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G our met is th e resor t ’s ph ilosophy. Th e day begins w i t h a r ich buffet break fast, excellent lun c h at th e Bistro Fi ore l l o, an d en ds at th e gour met restaurant L a Fleur, wh ere you c a n tr y th e cuisin e of c h ef An dreas S chwien bach er. S ure l y t hi s promisin g youn g ch ef - already awarded with “ Two h at s” - w i l l soon reac h h is goal: receivin g h is fir st M ic h elin star. M oder n design , qualit y mater ials an d great comfor t, t hi s i s th e offer of th e M aien a R esor t, plus th e sen sation of fe e l i ng tr uly at h ome.

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LA MAIENA MERAN RESORT Merano, Italia www.lamaiena.it Rooms & Suites 72 Villas 0 - Restaurants 3 Spa yes Children yes Chain none Affiliation none Activities relax, sport, spa Score 82 Environment 75 Design & Art 74 Service 75 Cuisine 96 Health 81 Spa 88 Rooms 86

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BOTSWA

A flag that is a symbol of integration: black and white, with blue for the water. And a service industry which is constantly developing, and constantly improving. These are key factors in the county’s development. The best-known park is most definitely the Okavango, located in the delta of the river of the same name.

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The most notable thing about the Okavango is that it doesn’t flow into the sea, or into any other river, but it empties into the sand in a huge lagoon in the Kalahari desert.

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Okavango Tented Camp

Nxabega, “the place of the giraffes”, is ideally located to explore the park. The nine tents offer luxury that is almost inconceivable in as wild a setting as this.

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n a rc h itec t u ral jewel w rap p ed in th e blue of th e s k y a n d t he water. I t l o o ks o nto t he magn ificent O k ava ng o del t a, an int r icate ma ze of lagoon s, c h a n n e l s and isl ands: an emeral d green oasis in t h e h e a r t o f t he deser t. The ideal position of th e c a m p site al l ows fo r cano e -b ased exploration , m ovi n g b et ween t he water-l il ie s an d goin g a l on gi s e b a n k s covered w it h ru shes, fer n s an d papy r us p la nt s. U n d e r a c a n o py o f eb o ny t rees, nine te nts restin g on ra i s e d wood e n p l at fo r ms are ar rang ed aroun d th e guest a re a , wi t h f loors in p o l ished teak , st raw roofs an d large w i n d ows t h at f rame t he sur ro unding co untr yside. Th e gu e s t s can enjoy b reakfast in bed, romantic d i n n e r s for t wo and rel axing mo ment s in th e swimmin g p ool, a n d a ls o safar is o n fo o t w it h p icnics in th e open a n d e ve n i n g cockt ail s ser ved o n o ne o f t h e r iver ’s many i sl a n d s. I t d oe s n’t h ave a sp a, b u t yo u do n’t feel th e lack of it, l os t i n s e n s i n g a l and t hat is so fascinat in gly different.

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Squeezed between Angola Congo, Tanzania, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Botswana e Namibia and closed off from the sea, the Zambesi River, which crosses a good part of the Country, assumes the crucial importance of giving the country its name.

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H e r e w e f in d V ic t o r ia F alls, t he most spec t ac ular in t he w or l d, sp an n in g o v e r a k ilomet er and rising t o a height o f 1 2 8 me tr e s . D is c o v e r e d by David Livingst one in 18 55 , th e y w e r e n am e d af t e r t he reigning Queen of England .

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Zambesi Kalefu Camp

A river camp, ideal for lovers of fishing. Reachable by small aircraft that land on a nearby landing strip, it ensures a decidedly African experience.

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oming to the camp in a boat which lands at a nearby dock, guests will get a preliminary taste of the thrilling experience of the water safaris in motorboats which glide along the grassy banks of the Zambesi or the excursions in a canoe along the canals in the park. This will afford exciting close encounters with the animals that live there. Spacious tents with cloth walls are fixed on teak platforms and are equipped with beds surrounded by mosquito nets and carved wooden tables placed around the main tent, the focal point of tent life. Walking in the jungle following the tracks left by the animal is a trek amid the sounds, colours and fragrances of the savannah. Fish lovers will be escorted to special reserves in search of the famous tiger fish.

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MA S A I

As well as the numerous species resident in the Masai Mara Nature Reserve, the annual great migration is also of great interest. Large crocodiles wait for the migrating animals snoozing on the banks of the Mara River.

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The resident species include elephants, hippopotamuses, buffalos, giraffes, lions and cheetahs. With a little bit of luck you may also come across a leopard or a black rhinoceros. It is mainly zebras and antelopes that make the seasonal migration.

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Vintage Africa for a few privileged people who want to relive the atmosphere of the first safaris from back in the 1920s and 30s. A small, isolated camp in a splendid location.

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ith just eighteen tents, guests are ensured elegance and complete luxury in the heart of the African savannah. Wood floors, African craftwork and antiques take visitors back to the golden age of safaris and to the nostalgic stories of the Europeans, who returned from these lands in amazement. Enjoying such a privileged view over this magnificent scene, as the breeze ruffles the tent flaps which fall gently from the roof beams, is unparalleled luxury. Each tent comes with a butler, a discrete presence ready to carry out every request and make the evenings extra special with African cuisine served in the tent or under the stars. Each morning the guide asks what the guests want to see and organises the trips accordingly. These are always done in open-top 4x4s, and individually, because expectations are always different.

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t i s a b eaut iful day o f ex t rao rdin ar y c lar it y th at of Au gu s t 1 9 wh en I l eave t he ho tel to g o to S c h iph ol air por t to bo a rd t h e f li g ht fo r D et ro it. The air p o r t is sur pr isin gly c alm, eve n t i d y b u t this has al ways b een t he case.

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From Amsterdam to Detroit on DL135 August 19 Th e re i s n o o ne in l ine at t he Bu sine ss Class desk , so I am i m m e d i ate ly received by t he air p o r t staff an d per son ally gre e te d by t he D el t a manag er. I n a co uple of min utes, I h ave t h e b oa rd i n g p ass fo r my fl ig ht - DL13 5 - depar tin g at 1 0 .4 5 a m a n d I t a k e advant ag e o f t his to have a stop in th e KL M VIP lou n g e. D e lt a do es no t have it s ow n in Amsterdam. Af ter all, t h e f l i g ht i s in co deshare w it h KLM, so th is is n or mal. I a m a lm ost t he l ast to b o ard. A sip of Ch ampagn e an d we le ave on t i m e. The seat s are ar rang ed in a h er r in gbon e patter n . M i n e i s a wi ndow seat - ver y wel l iso l ated as I prefer wh en I

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