Whatever your passion, you’ll find it in Italy this summer. From unforgettable art exhibitions to dramatic sporting competitions and family-friendly festivals, there’s an abundance of exceptional experiences to discover across our destinations.
Connoisseurs of classical music won’t be disappointed by operatic legend Andrea Bocelli’s 14th annual show in purpose-built Tuscan amphitheatre, Teatro del Silenzio. Taking place on 25th July 2019, hear the maestro perform operatic classics interspersed with signature pop-opera hits, and enjoy VIP seats and chauffeured transfers as part of Hotel Savoy’s Andrea Bocelli Under the Stars package.
For a fascinating insight into the Renaissance, discover Leonardo da Vinci – Science before Science until 30th June 2019, just a short stroll from Hotel de Russie in Rome. Held in honour of the fifth centenary of the humanist’s death, the exhibition at The Scuderie del Quirinale investigates his work’s relationship with technology and science. If you prefer art for art’s sake, head to Villa Kennedy in Frankfurt to explore the exceptional Van Gogh exhibition. On display at the Städel Museum, visitors can learn about the Post-Impressionist pioneer’s incredible legacy within the context of the German art scene.
The blooms of Munich’s Old Botanical Garden fill the city air with a sweet aroma. At the edge of this green lung sits The Charles Hotel, whose recently refreshed rooms capture the garden’s essence. Olga Polizzi, Director of Design at Rocco Forte Hotels, takes us through the finer details.
Paris is always a good idea. Except, perhaps, when it’s hosting the Olympic Summer Games, and the usual tourist throng looks set to multiply almost prohibitively. Of course, the Games are exciting, but if wading through crowds feels like a marathon effort, try a cultural relay around one of these stunning European cities instead.
The name Bernardo Buontalenti might not mean much to those outside of Florence, but it should. A prestigious Florentine architect and artist favoured by the Medici, he is also widely credited with inventing gelato. This frozen delight is now as synonymous with Italy as pizza and is deeply intertwined with Florence’s heritage. Take a tour of the city’s most celebrated gelaterias, curated by the expert concierge team at Hotel Savoy.
