“The last time I went to Brussels was during Christmas; it was very cold but there was bright sunshine. We walked around the Grand Place, where I admired the beautiful houses and the town hall – there was even a horse and carriage! As soon as we got back to Hotel Amigo, we enjoyed a delicious hot chocolate and lots of heavenly cakes. My favourite festive cookie is definitely Speculoos, because they are full of cinnamon and Christmassy spices.
Hotel Amigo is my favourite place to be at Christmas because it has the most beautiful Christmas decorations, lovely flowers and gifts for children. This year, I was given a stuffed owl that I named Snowy.
I particularly enjoy the breakfast at Amigo; it feels like a royal palace with so many delicious foods to choose from and there is even a special children’s table where you can discover the adventures of Tintin. When I’m older, I would like to work in a hotel just like Hotel Amigo because I always have so much fun when I stay there. I love playing with everything in my room and all the special activities for children. Hotel Amigo is a magical place, and everyone there is so nice and friendly – I always feel like a princess!”
Step into a winter wonderland at Hotel Amigo by booking your Christmas family escape now.
There’s something wholly restorative about a Sicilian winter, two words not often paired together. A slower pace of life takes hold, as cool mornings lead into soft, golden afternoons, summer’s haze giving way to fresh breezes and crystal-clear skies. Once a winter secret, now shared as Villa Igiea remains open throughout the season.
A cornerstone of the Florentine Renaissance, and widely considered one of the most influential artists of all time, Sandro Botticelli's legacy continues to impress over half a millennia since his death. His captivating depictions of mythological themes, characterised by graceful lines and pale hues, have inspired generations of creators across art, film, and fashion. Today, along the walls of the Botticelli rooms within the Uffizi Gallery, crowds queue ten-deep just to catch a glimpse of his most iconic works, The Birth of Venus and La Primavera.
As Christmas comes to Europe, it’s the perfect time for literary-minded families to write their own festive stories. This year, embrace the magic of the written word on a snow-dusted adventure, exploring cobbled city streets and uncovering clues and treasures at every turn. Guided by favourite characters who have inspired generations, embark on a unique excursion with your little ones before returning home to one of our warm hotels to tell Yuletide tales, gathered around a crackling fire.
