Icons of the Mediterranean: Italy, Sicily & Croatia - 2023

Parco Dei Principi Grand Hotel & Spa

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Emerge from the botanical splendor of Borghese Park and into the Moderate Deluxe Parco dei Principi Grand Hotel & Spa, a luxurious oasis in Rome’s Parioli district. Elegantly furnished with turn of the century Italian décor, the hotel features a 1960s-era façade, and views of neighboring Borghese Park. Travelers will love a guaranteed park view and this location provides a quiet, tranquil space to relax. Rooms offer air-conditioning, a balcony/terrace, maid service, minibar, telephone, safe, and satellite TV. The elegant Parco dei Principi also boasts a health club, spa with massage services, hot tub, and indoor and outdoor pools at an extra cost. Enjoy breakfast in the hotel, savor a refined evening at the Pauline Borghese Gourmet Restaurant, and unwind with a cocktail after a long day of sightseeing at La Pomme Bar. Families traveling with Vantage will enjoy easy walking distance to the Bioparco zoo.

Hotel Danieli

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With its heritage setting on Riva degli Schiavoni, Hotel Danieli dominates the Venetian lagoon with spectacular views of the Grand Canal and islands. Also overlooking the Palazzo Ducale, the hotel is just steps away from Ponte Dei Sospiri and Piazza San Marco. The three palaces which comprise the hotel date from the 14th, 17th, and 19th centuries and house a rich collection of precious art and antiques that play witness to the city’s history, blended with contemporary comforts to meet the needs of cultured global travelers. Essential to the Hotel Danieli experience is its Restaurant Terrazza Danieli and cuisine, a magical voyage for the senses which retraces the oriental influences of spice traders and blends them with ingredients from the lagoon.

Sina Villa Medici

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The intimate, 100-room Sina Villa Medici dates back to 1760 and its elegant charm fits into the quiet area of Florence’s old center, within walking distance of all attractions. This Deluxe hotel was last renovated in 2017, and while it's connected to an ancient Benedictine monastery, all rooms on its five floors include air-conditioning, a refrigerator, cable TV, and Internet access. On-site you'll find a health club, spa, and private garden with an outdoor swimming pool — the only outdoor pool in all of Florence!

La Palma Hotel

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Located on the waterfront of lovely Lake Maggiore, the First Class La Palma Hotel commands views of the lake’s picturesque Borromean Islands. During your stay, you’ll be able to enjoy the spectacular scenery from your room with a guaranteed (direct or partial) lake view, as well as from the rooftop sky bar, sun terrace, and swimming pool. Other amenities include a restaurant, currency exchange, and concierge services. Guest rooms feature air-conditioning, balcony or terrace, cable / satellite TV, phone, Internet access, minibar, in-room safe, and a fantastic view of Lake Maggiore.