final event: prizes Italy

One night for one couple in a double room of:

Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese
Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese is a five star hotel with a superb location, on the edge of Rome's splendid gardens of Villa Borghese. Villa Medici, Piazza di Spagna and the cosmopolitan Via Veneto are also only minutes away. This luxury hotel in Rome has 108 deluxe accomodations, 3 suites with private terrace, bar with several lounges, restaurant Le 49, and La Bellavista lounge bar located on the top floor with stunning panoramic views of the "Eternal City".

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2 nights for one couple in a junior suite with lake view at:

The Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees (Stresa) is immersed in a park facing the enchanting Lago Maggiore. It has a magnificient view of the Isole Borromee and surrounding Alps.

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1 night in a romantic room with sea view and dinner for 2 by candle light on the panoramic terrasse, overlooking the sea at:

Monterosso is a paradise of incomparable beauty. With its crystal clear waters, steep cliffs that drop directly into the sea and luxurious uncontaminated Mediterranean vegetation, it is considered the pearl of ‘Cinque Terre’ (Five Lands). In the midst of this small paradise lies the HOTEL PORTO ROCA. Its charming location gives our guests the impression of sailing above the sea accompanied by fragrant flowers and singing birds.
The HOTEL PORTO ROCA is located 200 metres from the historic centre of Monterosso. Its extraordinary position between land and sky on the Mediterranean sea offers our guest a relaxing oasis far from noise and stress of everyday modern life. The antique furnishings gives our guest the feeling of staying in an old and elegant villa. Thanks to its few rooms (only 43), guests never feel unknown. They mingle and meet each other and in a few moments after their arrival, they feel as comfortable as if they had always been there. Read more ...

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The luxury of a night in the loving heart of Verona
A worthy work of restoration has returned to the City of sweethearts the pure charm of the most famous love story in the world. Opposite Juliet’s balcony, in the courtyard of her house, there isn't a hotel but a historical house destined to welcome the most romantic couples and to envelope them in a night of dreams. It is now possible to stay in the kingdom narrated by Shakespeare in one of his most famous works, the lovers’ nest par excellence. This historical dwelling in the courtyard of Juliet’s house, opposite the famous balcony, symbolizes the most romantic place in the world. The Relais de Charme Il Sogno di Giulietta (Juliet's Dream) is located in the very heart of the city of Verona. Here you can find a restful, peaceful spot that nestles at the crossroads between reality and fantasy. It is exclusive place, where you may rest body and soul before continuing your journey in the world. Read more ...

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The GRAND HOTEL TERME is located in the centre of Montegrotto Terme, a nice town at the feet of the Euganean Hills, in a quiet and favourable position, surrounded by a wonderful park-garden. Grand Hotel offers relaxing and select stays: treatments, beauty & spa, leisure time, culture, art and, of course, haut cuisine. 107 rooms, each with bathroom, shower, WC, telephone, Sat TV, mini-bar, safe, balcony. Comfortable Suites available on request. The Panoramic Restaurant, with “à la carte” menu, is on the top floor and offers a wonderful view. Breakfast room with terrace facing the swimming pool, rich buffet breakfast. Bar and welcoming lounges, Smoking Area available.

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2 nights for one couple including breakfast buffet and one special dinner at:

The four star Best Western Hotel LA SOLARA is situated in the nicest area of the Sorrento region, just a half a mile from the picturesque Puolo beach and about 3km from the town centre. Situated among olive and lemon groves, the Hotel is completely air-conditioned (from June to September) and has all the characteristics of a quality establishment. All rooms have a telephone, hairdryer, mini bar, small safe, flat screen TV with sat. stations, radio, Free Wi-Fi internet connection, bathroom or shower en-suite. Non-smoking rooms available. Reception area, Free Wi-Fi internet point, lounges, bar service, lift and a non smoking restaurant with both regional specialities and international cuisine. Read more ...

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Hotel Kriss Internazionale ****
You can choose between our 33 Rooms facing the lake, which are divided in four different Types: Junior Suite, De Lux, Superior and Standard. All our rooms have following facilities: Bathroom, Hair dryer, Telephon, Sat/TV, Safe, Minibar and Air conditioning. Non smoker rooms and parquett rooms are also available on request.

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Hotel Villa Carlotta, Taormina
The hotel is 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.This sophisticated boutique hotel offers all the comforts of home to Taormina' s most discerning travellers who crave a hotel with personality, charm and exclusivity. The 23 stylish bedrooms and suites are individually designed to please guests with an eye for details and a love for beautiful things. Read more ...

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Villa La Massa - member of the Leading Small Hotels of the World
History, the flowing stream of the Arno, the Tuscan hills, the tradition of fine service from the sister property of Villa d'Este, all within a stone's throw from Florence at Villa La Massa. Read more ...

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3 nights for one couple including breakfast and some more extras in a double room of:

THE MASSERIA
The Masseria is set in a vaste agricultural estate overlooking the Mediterranean sea which is only at 1.5 km. Immersed in the olive groves that date back to the year 1000 you can walk through fruit and vegetables plantations and our own raisins. Smell the perfume of Mediterranean bushes, myrtle and jasmines.

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L’Albergo della Regina Isabella
(A member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts)
Guests at the Hotel Regina rejoice in a myriad of enchanting emotions and experiences, in an architectural environment richly endowed with historic atmosphere. The island's mild climate, the natural beauty and innate hospitality of Lacco Ameno are invitations to visit us in every season of the year. In summer, the island bursts into life, presenting a kaleidoscope of sounds, lights and scents; in spring and autumn, it is blessed again with the quiet tranquillity ideal for those in search of total relaxation and self-regeneration. Read more ...

2 nights for one couple with a gourmet dinner and use of our outdoor swimming-pool, indoor whirlpool, turkish bath and gym at:

LE TRE VASELLE
An enchanting destination for a dream getaway

Le Tre Vaselle, an elegant luxury 5 star hotel in the small Italian medieval town of Torgiano, enhances its estimable Umbrian heritage with super-modern amenities and a splendid restaurant.

The hotel is named Le Tre Vaselle for the three ancient wine vessels which hang at the entrance and reflect its ownership by the internationally famous Lungarotti winemaking family. As befits the family’s wine and food interests, Le Tre Vaselle’s restaurant, Le Melagrane, is acclaimed for its traditional and contemporary Umbrian cuisine. Read more ...

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1 night for one couple with a gourmet dinner and use of our outdoor swimming-pool, indoor whirlpool, turkish bath and gym at:

The Bellavista Palace Hotel in Montecatini Terme is situated in the middle of the spa area, immersed amidst age-old parks with a panoramic view . Our Hotel offers you comfortable room and suites completely renovated as our Beauty Farm inside the hotel.
The former in-door swimming pool has been transformed into a large salty hydro-massage bath. You can take beauty and slimming treatments and regain your good shape. Read more ...

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1 night for one couple with a gourmet dinner and use of our outdoor swimming-pool, indoor whirlpool, turkish bath and gym at:

Enjoy the true experience of the natural flavours of our hospitality,
An exclusive experience in a secluded place away from the crowd in a refined atmosphere.

Masseria Torre Coccaro, 5 stars luxury hotel resort in Puglia. Read more ...

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Byblos Art Hotel Villa Amista (one of the Leading Small Hotels of the World)

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Melia Milano Hotel & Convention Centre
Milan, which has always been considered the moral and economic capital of Italy, is a city that begs to be discovered with its elegant stores, the Cathedral, Santa Maria delle Grazie Church with Leonardo da Vinci's precious Last Supper, along with gardens and churches that date back to historic periods. This new 5-star hotel owned by Sol Meliá provides guests with top level service, togheter with comfort and refinement of 288 rooms, 13 meeting halls and a Business Center. Meliá Milano also offer wireless Internet connection (WI-FI) throughout the hotel. For the moments of relaxation, there are 2 restaurants, my Space Lounge and a Wellness Center. Read more ...

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Royal Hotel SanRemo (member of: The Leading Hotels of the World)
AN OASIS OF LUXURY ON THE FAMOUS RIVIERA OF FLOWERS
Inaugurated in 1872, the Royal Hotel Sanremo is an exclusive 5-star hotel rich in history and tradition, just the ideal choice for guests seeking intimacy, relaxation and luxury: a perfect blend of refinement, modern comfort, warm hospitality and personalised service. Ever since it has been the home of the most famous European royalty, aristocracy and élite and still remains the prestigious place to stay between Monte-Carlo and Portofino. Read more ...

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In its privileged position overlooking the sea, across from historic theatres and cafés and the elegant Liberty-style buildings of the promenade, Hotel Plaza e de Russie is the oldest in Viareggio. Erected in 1871, it took the name “De Russie” in memory of the Russian nobility that frequented the beaches of Versilia and lived the glories of aristocracy and of the art movements of the turn of the century. Read more ...

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Hotel Byron Forte dei Marmi
Inaugurated in June 1990, after extensive renovations, this hotel unites two Liberty villas, the largest and oldest of which was built for the Canevaro family, Dukes of Zoagli, from 1899 to 1902. A meeting place for nobility from the House of Savoia, the villas were subsequently converted into hotels while maintaining their original features. Located on a boulevard to the sea, the hotel is a short walk from La Capannina and across from a few of the most exclusive beaches of the prestigious Forte dei Marmi. Read more ...

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At the Green Park Resort, the beauty of nature and the art of hospitality come together as one in a holiday dedicated to wellness. The blue of the Tyrrhenian Sea, five hectares of green woodlands, and a pristine beach with its rolling dunes of fine-grain sand create the ideal harmony for a timeless holiday. The architecture of the Resort is a mere link between our guests and nature, a means of providing light and beauty in an elegant yet intimate atmosphere. The villas, the outdoor pool with hydromassage, the tennis courts, and flower gardens are all nestled within the centuries-old woodlands. Read more ...

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High on a hill with a splendid view of the towers of San Gimignano, immersed in a park of centuries-old cypresses, lies La Collegiata (member of Relais & Chateaux).
The building, erect in 1587 as a convent for the order of the Franciscan Cappuccini fathers, is today an exclusive 4 star deluxe hotel. The driveway leads to a beautiful italian-style garden opposite the ancient building, whose warm, sober tones of pietra serena blend in perfectly with the shapes and proportions of Tuscan Renaissance architecture. The entrance hall leads to the Cloister, around which open the Reception Rooms, the Library, the Fireplace Room, the Coffee Room and other areas for meetings and banquets. Read more ...

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