Add a little extra sparkle to your Christmas shopping this year with our gift guide for boys and girls. Whether you choose an exciting experience or a toy that will be treasured for years to come, each gift will remind them of your family holiday in our host cities.
Experiences
Smurf Experience in Brussels: Enter the incredible, immersive world of these iconic blue creatures at the Brussels Expo.
Harry Potter Experience in London: this unforgettable tour designed for Potterheads includes a trip Platform 9 ¾ as well a tour of the famous Warner Bros. Studio.
Mini Spa Experience in Munich:Treat your little prince or princess to a special pampering spa treatment at The Charles Hotel.
Gifts for Boys
Tintin Snowy or Rocket Watch: Cute cuddly toy or cool watch from Brussels
Il Gufo leather sneakers: Beautiful made-in-Italy leather shoes
Handmade Zuckfrei ‘Clockzilla’: Quirky dinosaur clock from Berlin
Gifts for Girls
Bartolucci Ballerina: Beautiful wooden ballerina box, made in Florence
Steiff Starly Unicorn: Stunning white cuddly toy, available at London’s Hamleys
Traditional Dirndl: Pretty embroidered dirndl from Munich
Enjoy an unforgettable family Christmas at any of our elegant European hotels. For reservations, contact +44 (0)20 7321 2626 or email enquiries@roccofortehotels.com
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.
