One Of The Finest Estate In The Most Scenic And Glamourous Part Of The French Riviera

Located in one of the most beautiful settings of Cap Ferrat, Villa Cap View combines an ultra-contemporary, modernist living space, with more intimate and personal private rooms. At each turn, a new and more breathtaking bay view emerges, a backdrop for this stunning and unique building.

Each of the seven individually-designed guest bedrooms offers a separate enclave, complete with bathroom and private terrace. With its indoor pool and lavishly equipped exercise room, this exclusive retreat offers privilege, personality and world-class performance.

MAIN FEATURES

– 7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms with ensuite bath/shower rooms:

– Master bedroom with walk-in dressing room, two bathrooms terrace with panoramic sea views

– VIP guest bedroom with ensuite bathroom, dressing room, terrace with sea views

– 5 further bedrooms/bathrooms all individually designed, sun terrace and sea views

– Interior lift giving access to all floors
– Integrated audio/visual system in each bedroom
– Fully equipped Boffi designed kitchen
– Elevated dining area with uninterrupted sea views

– Expansive salon with 180 degree sea views

– Additional fully equipped professional kitchen with service lift to Boffi kitchen

– Spa with Hammam, sauna, shower, indoor exercise pool, massage room

– Gym equipped with latest Kinesis and Technogym equipment

– Wine cellar featuring some of the finest wines
– Reverse cycle air-conditioning/heating throughout
– Funicular access to all levels of property

– Swimming pool terrace with panoramic sea views and mobile pool base

– Exterior lift giving access to villa entrance, swimming pool terrace and parking area

– Secured garage for two cars
– Fully integrated security system

STAFF INCLUDED

– Villa Manager (8 hours daily)
– 3 Housekeepers / Housemaids (09h00-17h00)
– 1 Handyman (09h00-17h00)
– 1 Chef covering breakfast, lunch and dinner (08h00-23h00) – Food & Beverage at extra cost
– 1 Butler covering breakfast, lunch and dinner (08h00-23h00)

SERVICES INCLUDED

– Welcome and Luggage services
– Concierge Service
– Daily Cleaning (8 hours daily)
– Change of towels according to usage – Bed linen changed twice weekly

– Cleaning of Client & Family laundry

– Daily cleaning & maintenance of the spa, indoor and outdoor swimming pools

– Garden Upkeep
– Final cleaning at the end of the stay

– WIFI (internet connection)
– Fax Service available
– All utility bills (excluding telephone)

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Chalkidiki: a whole other Greece

Here rest is sacred. Mysterious, out of time, Mount Athos reserves surprises for those who love the sea. You dive into crystal clear waters at the foot of the monasteries and discover seaside taverns, designer bars, excellent cuisine. To be discovered in the journey of our envoys from Ouranoupolis to Sithonia

Blasphemous? A dive in front of the monasteries of Mount Athos. Impossible? Even women can swim around the sacred mountain. Yet … this monastic republic, which forbids entry to the other half of the sky and has rules of life frozen a thousand years ago, is only part of a peninsula stretched out for 50 kilometers in the Aegean, one of the three “fingers” in which it cuts off the Chalkidiki Peninsula. A charming bathing destination, as are the beaches and islets around the sacred mountain, perpetually hooded by snow spray on the summit, at 2,033 meters. Although women are excluded from the territory of the monastic republic, they have access to the rest of the Mount Athos peninsula. On the contrary, they can see the most important monasteries from the sea, renting a boat or with cruises that parade in front of the coast for three or four hours. This limb of Chalkidiki, which in the imaginary is consecrated to a theocratic and monastic world, is a surprise.

Base for the holiday is the village of Ouranoupolis, the coming and going of hunters of beaches, of orthodox pilgrims and of mountaineering enthusiasts directed to Mount Athos (at least 30 thousand people a year), for a mystical experience or trekking among 20 monasteries, 250 cells and caves of anchorites, olive groves, vineyards and forests. The most famous beach is Komitsa, long, sandy, with the sea fading from transparent to emerald. On the left, a promontory covered with pines, the champagne bar and the English lawn reserved for guests of Avaton Luxury Villas; on the right, the Mediterranean maquis and the Athos Villas for rent. Or you can go to Skala, which faces Ammouliani and the Drenia, six wild islets, and book the Eagles Palace & Spa, a large hotel, with many services and solutions, from large rooms and marine colors, to the garden or beach bungalows. In addition to organizing water sports and picnics on Goat Island beach, with white sand and crystal backdrops, the hotel rents boats to swim around the Drenia or Ammouliani. The latter has a rocky side and a softer one, incised by small beaches. The most important is Karagatsi: yellow sand, blue and tamarisk waters. Even if you do not stay at the Eagles Palace, the suggestion is to treat yourself to a dinner on the terrace of his restaurant Kamares by Spondi; the menu is designed by Arnaud Bignon, starred chef in London and Athens. Otherwise you will have dinner in the village, from Kritikos, which is supplied directly by the caiques and is also a creative fashion boutique.

The symbol of Ouranoupolis is the Byzantine tower near the port, from which one embarks to sail along the sacred mountain. An indelible emotion. Seagulls and kites fly in the sky. The sea has something absolute, pure, inviolate. In front of the eyes, here is the thousand-year-old forest of plane trees, poplars and pines of Aleppo; then the main monasteries stand out: Simonopetra and Dionysiou, similar to fortified towers; the golden stones of Hilandar, Serbian; the sumptuous immensity of St. Panteleimon, Russian, frequented by Putin. A mumble comes from the sea. It is the engine of a small boat that approaches, unloads high prelates from the vestments that display silver reliquaries with relics, while the simple monks set up a banquet of olives, honey, white wine Mylopotamos, forcibly bio, because Mount Athos is cultivated as Byzantium times. They come from Xenophontos, a monastery founded in 1,010 BC. Meetings with a world that is thought to have vanished, but it is not. Returning to port, as unforgettable, by Byzandino (phone 0030.23.77.07.10.82), the shop of Socrates Chadalis, who speaks Italian because he sells icons to a shop in Borgo Pio, in the Vatican. Great storyteller, Chadalis tells anecdotes of the monasteries, shows the icons of the painter Paulo Evangelopoulos, who have cheerful colors, depicting Virgins gripping roses, saints from life worthy of a saga, as “Giovanni Damasceno, Doctor of the Church and administrator of an Umayyad caliphate “. Chadalis will remain the classic memorable vacation meeting. Which continues without more holy steps.

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Corfu

Tucked away on one of the rolling hillsides of Corfu, this luxurious Greek vacation home is waiting to host your next amazing family getaway, couples retreat, or romantic honeymoon. With amazing views of the lush, tree-covered hillside, the olive groves and valley below, and the bright turquoise Sea in the distance, Rana’s atmosphere is immediately relaxing. The villa features three bedrooms, four bathrooms, and housekeeping.

A relaxing, elegant color scheme is used throughout the villa, making use of pure whites and light-toned woods to create a tranquil environment. Each bedroom features a colorful accent wall to add character and individuality to each space. The living room, dining area, and kitchen are all part of a free-flowing open-concept layout, perfect for uniting the whole group. The living room features wide openings to the terrace, ensuring the villa is naturally ventilated with fresh ocean breeze and sunlight.

Villa Rana’s fully equipped kitchen comes with state of the art appliances, functional counter space, a coffee machine, and there’s a formal dining area. Inside, you’ll find television, Wi-Fi, and air conditioning. On the terrace, you’ll love cooling off in the swimming pool and relaxing in the hot tub. There is also an alfresco dining set if you’d rather dine under the stars. And of course, a beautiful scenic view of the Sea and rolling hillside.

The nearest beach to Rana, Yaliskari Beach, is just a short walk. Once there, you’ll love the pine tree-lined, sandy shores and calm waters. There are a few local taverns just off the beach with delicious Greek cuisine and local wine. One of the best places in town to have dinner is Taverna Agni. This family-owned beachfront restaurant has rave reviews, a serene atmosphere, and incredible food. While you’re out, visit the downtown area of Corfu for shopping, dining, and their famed Archaeological Museum.

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Impressionists, rural life and hermitages. The other Ibiza Impressionists, rural life and hermitages.

Sea, nightlife, but not only. The most chaotic of the Balearic Islands, synonymous with rave party and nightlife, also has another hidden face. Let’s find out

Beware of imitations. There are no places like Ibiza. Perfect for a weekend. Amazing for a holiday. Or maybe even to live there. Between music, sea and nights that end when the sun is already high, it has been voted a paradise of fun. But not only. A simple and chic refuge, it offers an alternative and relaxed way of life. Banning the usual places though. As the city of Eivissa, a crowded homeland of nightlife, the ultra-touristy Playa d’en Bossa, with its chaotic disco-beaches rave party day and night, or San Antonio, famous for the famous local Cafe del Mar, which every evening attracts hundreds of tourists for an aperitif at sunset. Better is the elegant Santa Eulalia, in the east area. Here you can breathe the most authentic air of the island, suitable for those who want to explore its cultural and gastronomic tradition. The old windmills, the Fortress of El Puig, from the 16th century.

But also the two museums, the Barrau, which preserves the collection of the Catalan Impressionist Laureà Barrau, and that of Ethnography, which collects contemporary art, jewelry, historical documents and traditional crafts. San Jose is the alternative, with its many churches to visit, such as Sant Jordi de Ses Salinas and Sant Francesc de S’Estany. There are the remains of the Phoenician village of Sa Caleta and the Punic one of Ses Paises. Going north-east you get to San Juan, a quiet center where you can see natural shows like the cave of Can Marcà, where fossils of 100 thousand years ago were found, now kept in the Naturalistic Museum of the place. Here you can visit the Cova des Cuieram, an ancient sanctuary built for the Carthaginian goddess of love, Tanit. Do not miss the Portinatx area, one of the most enchanting areas of the island, which offers amazing views and one of the most beautiful coasts. But it is not the only one.
Impressionists, rural life and hermitages. The other Ibiza

The hinterland of Ibiza has a special charm, because of its rural and arid landscapes, among stone villas, olive fields and retreats where you can practice meditation and yoga. But the beaches are the true wealth of the island. Starting from Es Jondal, a cove located in the area south of the island, in the wide bay of Porroig, near San Josep de sa Talaia. With a pebble beach and turquoise waters, about half a kilometer long, surrounded by typically Mediterranean vegetation, it is a secluded and silent destination, ideal to appreciate the wild side of the island. For those looking for Caribbean-style paradises, the most popular destination is Ses Salinas. White and fine sand beach as talcum powder, transparent and warm waters, is part of the homonymous protected natural park, for its high ecological value. And then the hidden Cala Salada, famous for its turquoise waters, or the beautiful Cala Conta, Cala Bassa, Cala Llonga, the white Cala Tarida or Talamanca, the longest. But the quieter is Cala Molì. Set in a rocky inlet, it is a little gem, with its scarce one hundred meters. Far from the chaotic Eivissa, it is, thanks to its rich and clean waters, a favorite destination for snorkelers diving, who go as far as the neighboring islet of S’Espertar. Getting there is not easy: the ideal is by sea. But once you reach it, paradise is touched by hand.

But if you say Ibiza, you say also movida. The most famous among the locals is the Pacha, historical club of Eivissa, has an elegant atmosphere and offers evenings with the great stars of the console; Do not miss the terrace overlooking the city. Among the most interesting places there is the DC10, home of Circoloco evenings, it is on the airport road: it is the least scenic club but offers the best electronic performances. Parties until midday also at Amnesia and at Priviledge, the biggest club in Europe. So, the after party: at Space, a party that lasts 24 hours in a row.

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Modern Family Villa With Sea Views In Cala Jondal Ibiza, Cala Jondal

Classic modern villa located between Porroig and Es Cubells, in Ibiza, Spain
Located only 15 minutes from Ibiza’s airport, 5 minutes from the unspoiled beaches of « Es Torrent , Cala Xarcu, Cala Jondal and 8 minutes from San José village, the villa benefits from a location that is convenient and preserved.

This spacious villa, decorated with homely touches, is the perfect retreat for families and friends.

The house benefit from an amazing unspoilt 180 degree open views across the countryside and the sea, with Formentera in the distance.

The house is over 600 square meters and equipped with:
– 6 bedrooms and 6 en suite bathrooms ( all with AC) and free amenities upon arrival ( shampoo, shower gel,…)
– 2 fully equipped kitchens
– 2 swimming pools
– 1 hot tub
– 3 separate dining areas
– plenty of terraces to lounge and relax
– set on 10 000m2 of beautifully landscaped land with fruit trees (such as apricots, peaches, figs, almonds,granadas…) and a small vegetable garden
– large play ground for little and older children.

Pared down without being minimalist, the house inspire calm and serenity, with ethnic and vintage touches.
Predominately all white, touches of classical Ibicenco architecture are present through.hout the house , as well as modern and contemporay art here and there.
It reflects the owner’s attention to the smallest detail, a great sense of space and love for travel .

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Charme And Peace In The Best Location Of The Island!

Located in Porroig, the most exclusive location in Ibiza, with walking  distance to the beach of Es Torrent, and 5 min.to  Cala Jondal.
LAYOUT

GROUND FLOOR

Entrance
Guest room
With air conditioning, queen size bed, safe, built-in wardrobe, satellite TV and a window overlooking the garden / pool.
Toilet in the corridor
Double / twin beds
Air conditioning, built-in wardrobe, satellite TV, window overlooking the garden / pool and en-suite.
VIP Room
The largest of the rooms on the ground floor with en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, safe, wardrobe, satellite TV, window overlooking the garden / pool and two smaller windows on either side of the king-size bed overlooking the garden in the back of the house.
Living room
With air conditioning, satellite TV, dining table (4/6) overlooking the pool. Another separate seating area, behind the TV with puff and shelf office area with wifi printer.
Kitchen
Large kitchen with two refrigerators, machine for making ice, dishwasher, washing machine and separate dryer. The kitchen has a sliding glass door that gives direct access to the garden and outdoor dining table.
Room service
Room adjacent to the ‘main entrance with bunk beds and en-suite.

FIRST FLOOR

Master bedroom
With air conditioning, two safes, double wardrobe, chest of drawers, satellite TV, en-suite bathroom and private terrace overlooking the garden / pool towards the sea.
Sitting room / Foyer
Air conditioning, terrace overlooking the garden / street, satellite TV.
Junior bedroom – suite
En-suite bathroom and sitting room overlooking a private terrace.
Air conditioning, desk, wardrobe, satellite TV, window overlooking the garden and a queen-size bed.
Outside terrace
The master bedroom has an exit leading directly to the first level of the terrace, which is the outer area that leads to the main terrace on the third level of the house.

OUTDOOR  & FACILITIES

Outside lounge and dining area 8/10 people
Pool patio
Pool
Outdoor bathroom with outdoor shower
Main terrace
Barbecue
Gym
All Technogym equipment
Playground
In addition the property includes
Parking boat maximum size of 13mt, 5 minutes walk from the house on Cala Porroig.
Wi-Fi
Autonomous heating.
Drinking water filtration system with osmotic.
Sophisticated security systems

INCLUDE
6 times week cleaning service ( 9am-1pm)
2 times week Gardener
3 times week Pool maintenance

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Skiing and trekking for all tastes

The Bardonecchia commercial is “365 days of sport” and looking at the opportunities offered is perfectly spot on. In winter you can indulge yourself: cross-country and alpine skiing (100 km of slopes and 23 lifts), snowshoeing and snowboarding. Just 5 minutes from the center, thanks to a free shuttle you can reach the Jafferau area that reaches the peak of 2800 meters high and allows you to ski mostly outboard, in high altitude environment, with an unparalleled view of the mountains surrounding and endless possibilities for spring off-piste itineraries.

In the summer, in addition to racing bikes and mountain bikes, for trekking or simple excursions, you will be spoiled for choice. There is something for everyone: paths, mule tracks and military roads from the valley floor to the mountain tops, from 1,300 to 3,500 meters above sea level. The wide variety adapts to the needs of all fans. Along sunny routes and walks through the forests of fir and larch you can reach the most famous peaks of Bardonecchia and the Upper Val di Susa: the Red Guglia, the Val Fredda, the Tre Croci, the Sommeiller glacier, Mount Tabor and the peaks of the Pierre Menue with the possibility of stopping at the alpine refuges or at the numerous mountain pastures at altitude.

For history buffs, however, do not miss the Fort Bramafam, a fortification erected at the end of the nineteenth century to defend Bardonecchia (and especially the Turin-Modane railway line and the Frejus railway tunnel), for extension and armament it can be considered the largest fortified work of the late nineteenth century in the Cozie Alps. Today the Fort is a museum that hosts exhibitions and events.

Finally a little curiosity: the Rochemolles Dam hosts the World of diving from great heights: the athletes launch from a height that varies between 22 and 27 meters and the water below must have a minimum depth between 4 and 5 meters. But this is a discipline only for professionals.

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The anti-HIV pill, before going to Ibiza

Always the condom and the test, but above all the pill Prep: to beat the HIV virus (even before a holiday) the formula is this. Word of the infectivologist Andrea Gori

A man and a woman shake hands, then the image opens and the hands become very many: it is the video that Dr. Andrea Gori, 55, director of the infectious diseases department of the Fondazione Irccs Policlinico of Milan, shows to the youngsters that meets in high schools. It works like the six degrees of separation.

One thinks: I’m fine, my relationship is monogamous, no risk of getting infected with HIV. Not understanding that, even if your partner is loyal, having a sexual relationship with him you go to bed with all those with whom he went to bed in time, and so on
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To combat the spread of the virus, with which about 36 million people live in the world, back from June 6 to 10 Convivio, charity exhibition-market promoted by the fashion world in support of Anlaids.

“The aid is needed because unfortunately in Italy, to date, there has never been a significant decrease in the new diagnoses of HIV, which remain about 4 thousand a year. Without taking into account a 30% “submerged” ».

Who is HIV positive today in Italy?
«Statistically, the highest incidence is in males (76.9% of new infections, ed) between 25 and 29 years».

Is the problem always the non-use of condoms?
“Yes, we stayed there. More than 8 times out of 10 the infection occurs with unprotected intercourse. It is a cultural problem, in high schools the boys – while claiming to practice a free sexuality – say they do not talk about it with their parents or teachers, then we are amazed by the boom of 300% of syphilis cases ».

Do you have any children? What would you recommend them?
“I have six. First of all to use the condom, and to take the test: for a year and a half, in the pharmacy there is the do-it-yourself test, which costs about 20 euros, and that allows a twenty year old to know immediately if it is seropositive, and avoid him to find out ten years later when he already has symptoms: on average the males realize it at 39, the females at 36 “.

What life expectancy has a patient today?
“It depends on when he discovers he is HIV-positive. A healthy 20-year-old who starts antiretroviral therapy, which today consists of only one pill a day, has a life expectancy of 78 years “.

We also talk a lot about Prep (Pre-exposure prophylaxis), do you prescribe it?
“Very. There are a lot of seronegative people going to Ibiza, for example, and first they are prescribed antiretroviral drugs because they know they will have promiscuous relationships. The use, which works practically at 100%, is similar to that of the contraceptive pill: one a day. It costs about 70 euros a month, in Italy it is not free, as for example in France ».

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In the village of Es Cubells

In the village of Es Cubells, in southwestern Ibiza, lies an exquisite example of a Spanish Mediterranean style villa dubbed Villa Alegria. The villa spans nearly eight thousand square feet and includes over a quarter of an acre of private land with six bedrooms capable of hosting twelve guests and is ideal for hosting large social events. Newly constructed and possessing dazzling views of the sea, book your dream vacation at Villa Alegri

Villa Alegri is safely located in a gated community with excellent security features. The villa is maintained by a professional housekeeper who will keep the villa in pristine order daily. The villa’s most popular amenities are its heated indoor swimming pool, outdoor swimming pool, hot tub and a large furnished terrace with daybeds perfect for sun tanning. To the side of the terrace is the alfresco dining area and a lush green garden, from both of which the views of the sea are spectacular.

The interior of Villa Alegria has been designed in a Zen-inspired, minimalist fashion. The central living room is wide and spacious and has been bedecked with the latest in chic contemporary furnishings and objets d’art producing a definitive air of luxury and refinement. Meals can be taken in the elegant dining room adjacent to an up-to-date and sleek kitchen.

The minimalist decor style continues through the six bedrooms of Villa Alegria, producing a simple environment in order to easily facilitate a healthy night of rest. Each room comes with a comfortable king bed and full en-suite bathroom. The lower level bedroom is part of a guest apartment and has its own entrance. The ground floor bedroom has private access to the terrace, while the remaining four bedrooms located on the higher floor each have balcony access with dazzling ocean views.

As a bastion of calm and sophisticated quietude, Villa Alegria is at times a paradox on the island of Ibiza, which is world renowned for its lively nightlife and clubs – though there is more to Ibiza than just music and dancing. Large portions of the island have been labeled World Heritage Sites for both biodiversity and historical culture. The villa is also close to many beaches such as Cala Jondal, Cala d’Hort and Xorca if the mood should strike.

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Ibiza

Magnificent Villa located in Sol d’en Serra, a paradise enclave only 100 meters from the sea. The house consists of 5 bedrooms with en-suite bathroom, a study, a large living room divided in two heights, kitchen and a small bathroom service. All rooms have access to several terraces and have spectacular sea views.
The decor is carefully chosen and this makes it unique. Each piece of the furniture has a personal story about its origin and life. The furniture dates from the 50’s and 70’s, a completely Vintage style that coexists in harmony with the modern architecture that walks its walls. It is perfectly mimicked with the nature that surrounds it, giving us a sense of peace and well-being. Relaxing areas abound between chill outs and pool.
The Villa is a 2 minute walk from the exceptional Beach Club Amante, one of the best on the island. The area of ​​Cala Llonga offers all kinds of services. We must not forget that we are only 15 minutes from Ibiza and 20 from the airport.
The perfect place to enjoy your dream vacation!

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Verbier

One of the Alps’ most impressive properties, Norte occupies an enviable position in the heights of Verbier. A veritable hamlet in the sky, you will especially enjoy the nighttime view of the glowing village and the majestic mountains on the horizon. Adventurers will feel right at home in Verbier, known as one of the best “off-piste,” or backcountry skiing areas in the world.

The Norte chalet boasts one of the largest private spas in the village with an indoor swimming pool, relaxation area, fitness room, hammam steam bath, indoor and outdoor Jacuzzi, sauna and massage rooms. You will love entertaining in the magnificent home cinema as you sample delectable drinks from the bar and enormous wine cave. Perhaps you will just want to curl up next to the large fireplace tonight with a good book. The choice is yours! Norte also includes a ski room and Wi-Fi access for your convenience. The full staff includes manager, daily housekeeping, concierge, personal chef and a chauffer with vehicle from 8:30 a.m. until 2:00 a.m. They are there to cater to your wishes and ensure a hassle free holiday.

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Ibiza

This stunning seaside villa in Sant Josep de Sa Talaia is an enchanting choice for sophisticated revelers seeking privacy and unmatched style on Ibiza. Situated near Es Torrent Beach along the island’s southern shore, the newly constructed villa features spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea, exquisite living areas for relaxation, dining, and entertainment, and an extraordinary design combining contemporary art with Ibiza’s precious natural beauty. With three lovely bedrooms, Villa View is ideal for groups of friends, multiple couples, and destination wedding guests.

Perched on a verdant hillside, the 270-square-meter villa features an outstanding bi-level terrace overlooking panoramic vistas of the scintillating sea and coastline. Savor luxurious mornings in the Mediterranean sun, bathing in the swimming pool and relaxing on stylish sunbeds on the lower patio. Prepare lunch and drinks at the outdoor kitchen, and relish your lunch alfresco beneath the pergola. In the evening, enjoy dinner at the ten-person table on the upper veranda, paired with a fine Spanish wine, before indulging in a nighttime soak in the hot tub.

Floor-to-ceiling glass doors open from the veranda, infusing the interior living spaces with fresh sea air. Enjoy evenings together in the sumptuous living room, kindling a fire in the stunning modernist hearth. Mix cocktails and prepare tapas in the fully equipped kitchen, enjoying them at the lovely bar of polished tree stumps. On cooler nights, enjoy dinner indoors at the lovely table for six. With gallery-worthy artwork and superb furnishings, the villa’s extraordinary décor offers a unique mélange of natural influence and contemporary designer chic, creating an exquisite ambiance for dinner parties with friends and guests.

The three rooms all feature double beds and ensuite bathrooms, and two enjoy views of the sea. The spectacular master suite includes a private terrace where the hot tub is located, as well as an ensuite bathroom with stand-alone rain shower and tub. Each room provides a uniquely dreamy setting for private downtime.

Villa View’s location balances seaside seclusion and convenient proximity to Ibiza’s legendary beach and nightlife. Es Torrent Beach is within walking distance or a short drive—just a kilometer and a half down the road—while Cala Tarida, Sant Antoni de Portmany, and Ibiza Town are all within minutes by car.

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Federica Nargi sports a top-quality bikini in Formentera. Summer has not started yet but the former two-piece tissue is amazing

Federica Nargi flew in her beloved Formentera and enjoyed a summer advance with her daughter Sofia. The former blackberry has also sported the first bikini of the season surpassing with full marks the costume test.

Federica Nargi, 28, in a bikini in Formentera
A perfect physique, Federica in two pieces is a splendor. Difficult not to notice it while walking relaxed on the water’s edge: flat abdomen, tonic legs, it is really a splendor.
The followers on the social congratulations: the Nargi in bikini is full of like.
Federica last December has vented on Instagram against those who call it too thin: “Do not call me anorexic,” he thundered in a post. The Nargi explained that she lost weight because of stress: “Write me that I’m too dry, I see it alone, but do not allow yourself to use the word anorexia, it’s a disease, it’s serious and it ruins the lives of so many girls and of their families, it’s not something to joke about, it’s not an offense or a judgment, “he wrote to his followers without too many turns of words.

Federica, in bikini in Formentera, after a few months, shows off a long but healthy body. The Nargi is ready for the summer and wanted to return immediately to the Balearics, where he is now at home and where he spends most of the holidays with his partner Alessandro Matri and their daughter Sofia.

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Tourism: how to get around in Formentera

Formentera is a beautiful island and for this reason it is called the paradise of the Mediterranean. Its small size, has an extension of about 82 square kilometers and only 19 kilometers of roads, allow you to visit palm to palm, enjoying its beautiful beaches, villages, nature trails, coves, fields and coasts.

There are several ways to move around in Formentera and explore its wonders: by bike, motorbike, taxi, bus, on foot, and if you really can not do without the four wheels, even by car.

One of the most common ways to get around the island and reach the most beautiful places is by bike, which you can rent at very low prices. The whole island has a good network of cycle paths and paths that can be traveled by bike. Various maps and brochures of Formentera, which describe the routes, rural roads, vineyards, pine forests declared natural areas and dunes, are available at the tourist office.

Who rents bicycles: hikers, sport and nature lovers and, in the less hot periods, also families with teenagers.

If you are traveling with your family, with young children, and want to have the best possible autonomy, what you need is to turn to one of the many services that offer car rental Formentera. Remember! The seat belt is mandatory and depending on the age of your children, the car rental agency will advise you if a child seat is needed. The speed limit in Formentera is 70 km / h and the speed camera is ready to signal those who break the rule. However, you do not need to run, you’re on vacation!

The bike is another of the means used to move around the island, appreciated especially by young people and couples. The bike has many of the good things about the bike, like freedom of movement that offers the feeling of a direct contact with nature, the ease of reaching the most remote corner of the island and the accessibility to any parking. For this reason you will meet hundreds of motorcycles every day along the roads and paths of Formentera.

Formentera is a small island with a very wide and developed bus offer. Regular bus lines connect the main centers, both tourist and citizens, and the most characteristic beaches of the island. The stops are in places of main interest, such as El Pilar, Ca Marí, Mariland, es Caló, Sant Ferran, playa de Illetes, es Pujols, sa Roqueta, Sant Francesc Xavier and La Savina. Public transport services are available throughout the year and are strengthened during the summer.

Another vehicle with which you can move comfortably and quickly is the taxi, especially if you move in groups. The RadioTaxi service is available 24 hours a day; you can also find fixed stations at the port of La Savina, Es Pujols and Sant Francesc Xavier. The taxi service provides vehicles suitable for the transport of disabled people.

Another particularly exploited way in Formentera is the boat, which allows you to visit it directly from the sea. The costs are less contained, but it is the only way to take a bath far from the crowded beaches of tourists.

If you love walking and you feel untiring and adventurous, Formentera has enchanting views, caves, coves and beaches accessible only on foot. For tourists who like to walk, the Municipality of Formentera has prepared some routes to take advantage of the old rural roads and reach the most evocative localities of the territory.

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Dream trips: the Maldives resort with the slide to dive into the sea

Find the child in you: in the Maldives, in the Noonu Atoll, there is a resort with two-story villas equipped with a slide, to dive directly into the sea as soon as you wake up. It is one of the most beautiful, because built on the coral reef

Soneva Jani, a resort opened just over a year ago in the Maldives, around the island of Medhufaru, is located half an hour from the capital Male. It can only be reached by seaplane, which lands at the floating airport, or by motorboat. The 24 overwater villas are set on a beautiful lagoon of crystal clear water, connected to each other by a wooden walkway. Each has a private 13-meter pool where lucky guests can sunbathe and relax overlooking the lagoon or dive directly into the ocean via a slide.

Soneva Jani, from the name of the two owners of the structure, Sonu Shivdasani, a British Indian who 20 years ago with his wife Eva discovered the island on their honeymoon (over the years have opened other resorts), focuses on responsible tourism and eco sustainable. The pools use desalinated sea water while the villas are built above the lagoon so as not to damage the coral reef. Furthermore, waste is treated in order not to throw away anything.

At guests’ disposal there are also an astronomical observatory and an open-air cinema. To protect the nesting of sea turtles and wildlife, viewers can watch the movie with Bluetooth headphones.

Some of the villas on the water also have a retractable roof to admire the stars from the bedroom. A holiday in the luxury resort, however, has its price: six nights in one of the villas (550 square meters, two bathrooms, two bedrooms, for 4 people) start at 20,000 euros.

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Sailing and DJ sets, monasteries and lighthouses: a round of ideas for the sea in Croatia

 

Destination for all tastes, targets and pockets, in Croatia you can range from the exclusive and fashionable Hvar to the rugged and wild beauty of the Kamenjak peninsula, south of Pula. In addition to postcard images, such as Zlatni Rat, the beach of the island of Brac that draws the famous tongue of golden sand, the beautiful season on the way offers the opportunity to discover some places, more or less known, in pairs, with the family or with friends.

 

If the idea is to get out of the usual tourist routes, you can let yourself be lulled by the sound of the sea in the coastal towns of Dramalj and Jadranovo and then sail to the island of Mljet. The latter, characterized by expanses of olive trees, vineyards and thick woods is among the greenest and most hidden of the Adriatic. Still on the subject of alternative holidays, water sports enthusiasts lurk between the island of Cres, the largest of the Adriatic, an undisputed paradise for sailing, windsurfing, kitesurfing and kayaking, and the island of Rab. Among the favorite places of Croatian nautical tourism, on the so-called “island of happiness” you can even afford the thrill of the parasail, an adrenaline flight with a parachute pulled by a motor boat.

Among the most popular destinations for youngsters, the so-called “Croatian Ibiza” Pag stands out unopposed. With Zrce Beach, the popular 24-hour beach, the best international DJs and the famous clubs Papaya, Calypso, Aquarius and Noah Club, it is a timeless guarantee for the fans of discos and parties from all over the world.

Those who prefer to take a bath in a more intimate and relaxed atmosphere can then opt for the mysticism of the tiny island of Lokrum, with its Benedictine monastery, which can be reached by a quarter of an hour’s boat from Dubrovnik, or choose the beautiful bay of pebbles of Senjavac, the cult destination of naturists overlooking the Gulf of Kvarner.

To experience a truly different experience, finally, you can experience the thrill of being, at least once in your life, the lighthouse keepers. Where is it? In Pločica, staying in the lighthouse located between the islands of Korčula, Hvar and the Pelješac peninsula, in Veli Rat, in the building built on the northwest promontory of Dugi Otok, near the Porer lighthouse, well planted on the islet of the same name a short distance from the Istrian village of Premantura or, again, to the island of Palagruža, a “galla” between the Italian and Croatian coasts.

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Balearic and sport, a paradise for those who want an active holiday

Scuba diving, kayaking and sailing, but also land activities such as cycling, horse riding, golf and much more for those who prefer a sporting holiday.
Balearic and sport, a paradise for those who want an active holiday
The Balearic archipelago – Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera – is a true paradise for those who love adventure and outdoor sports. On these islands it is possible to immerse yourself in the uncontaminated nature and explore the inland territories in total freedom. Thanks to their particular topography and favorable climate, these islands offer year-round a fertile territory for sporting activities – on land, at sea and even in the air – and attract tourists because of the breathtaking views you can enjoy: panoramic points, caves overlooking the sea, rugged coastline, but also green paths and long sandy beaches. All these places are ideal for sports activities linked to nature, from mountain biking to trekking, diving, kayaking and windsurfing. On the islands the specialized structures are improved from year to year, always offering maximum security. Also on the islands, if you do not have any equipment, you can find a wide range of specialized shops that sell all the necessary equipment to practice these sports.
The island of Mallorca boasts first-class sports facilities: a football stadium, a velodrome and a large number of golf courses. Moreover, Mallorca is internationally renowned for the nautical competitions held every summer in the waters just off its coast and for the trot races that take place almost every weekend in the racetracks of Palma and Manacor. The most active visitors can choose from a wide range of sports: for team game lovers there are beach volleyball tournaments, football or tennis matches; for those who prefer water activities there are swimming, sailing, windsurfing, but also scuba diving and water skiing competitions; for those who prefer more adrenaline-like activities there are flights in hang-gliding, parachuting and rock climbing. The mountainous landscapes of the island lend themselves to explorations by bicycle, an example is the Serra de Tramuntana, a mountain chain full of gorges and canyons that stretches along the north-western coast, which during the summer hosts on its trails cycling competitions , while the steepest routes and bumps are perfect for mountain biking.
On the island of Menorca one of the favorite activities by sport lovers is Kayak, a simple sport with which you can have fun alone or in a couple, on board this small boat that allows you to travel the coastline centimeter by centimeter, succeeding to discover magnificent places such as coves or caves accessible only by sea. On land, instead, you can discover the internal rural area, bordered by stone walls that cross the whole territory, practicing activities ranging from a simple walk through the hills to the rides. Among the various excursions the most striking is the Cami de Cavalls, the path of the horses, thanks to which you can cross all the landscapes of the island, prairies, beaches, medieval villages and woods, following a pre-established itinerary along a path that is articulated for about 185km.
Its location and climate make Ibiza a perfect place for any kind of outdoor sports. This island offers a varied panorama of breathtaking trails to be enjoyed in complete tranquility on foot or by bike, and hosts periodically numerous competitions for professionals, including cycling and mountain biking, triathlon and marathons, by sea and by land. Throughout the year it is possible to practice sports such as surfing, windsurfing and scuba diving, but also to explore the island on board a kayak or, for speed enthusiasts, in motocross.
Formentera is the island of the archipelago in which to enjoy the days with more calm, but there are also opportunities for outdoor sports. You can visit the island by bike along the flat trails or get on a hill in motion to admire the view from the inlets and coves that characterize the coast. In Formentera there are 32 circuits that can be explored on foot so as to be able to reach places not visible from the road and not accessible by car or motorbike. These paths, made of paths that are intertwined for over 100 km, are the perfect place to practice Nordic walking, Nordic walking, a simple activity for which you only need to get sticks. But those who really want to enjoy the calm and peace of these places can practice birdwatching, that is to observe the birds and with them all the fauna and flora of the island.

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8 happy and hippy addresses in Ibiza

 

The author of the new book “Ibiza Bohemia” reveals the most “freak” places on the Balearic island. To shop, sleep and meditate

Well before the VIPs (see under Belén, Alessia Marcuzzi and Federica Nargi), Ibiza has been for years the cult island of flower children, coming from all over the world and attracted by its uncontaminated nature. To remind us of the hippy past of the famous “Isla Blanca”, among the most loved islands in the Mediterranean, is the new book “Ibiza Bohemia” (Assouline) by Renu Kashyap, stylist who has moved here with her family since 2012 and today he wanted to honor his new “homeland”.

From the beaches where bongos play to peaceful shelters where they practice yoga, the hippie-chic atmosphere of Ibiza, belonging to the group of the Balearic Islands, is its hallmark, explains Renu in his book (full of beautiful photographs), so much so that the dress code – good from morning till evening – provides a pareo, flip-flops and at most some ethnic collanina.

Landing for artists, creatives and musicians from all over the world (including Mick Jagger and Kate Moss), since the Summer of Love its freak mood has remained intact, especially in some magical places.

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“I left the carabiniere uniform and now I defend the natives of the Balearics. Goodbye Italy “

Giovanni Alberto Orlando, 58, has worked in counterintelligence and counter-terrorism and managed a company for airport security. Then he changed his life: “Now I have no masters and I am free to devote myself to my passion, I am a supporter of happy degrowth, and money, as an object of saving or accumulation, literally makes me horror”

If you open the internet page of your association, you are greeted by the sound of a donkey bray. “A bray will save us”. This is the motto of Giovanni Alberto Orlando, a 58-year-old former carabiniere who put his uniform in a wardrobe to move to the Balearic Islands where he manages Asno Balear Ibiza, which takes care of reintroducing a kind of indigenous donkey. “I do not miss my job, now I have no bosses and I am free to devote myself to my passion”. The donkey, in fact, has always been an animal that has undergone the charm of the 58-year-old from Varese, both because of the dual value of a humble and devoted animal, “whether because of the sacred aura of when he was ridden by Jesus, or because it is the incarnation of stubbornness, rebellion and shameless sensuality “. A passion that took even more body when Giovanni discovered the Spanish archipelago, almost 40 years ago.

I do not miss my job. I fell in love with these places in the eighties
“I first came to Ibiza in the early eighties, falling in love with it at first sight. Since then I have continued to come back, even living permanently for longer or shorter periods. More than just Italian I have always felt homo mediterraneus “. And just in Ibiza and Formentera the former carabiniere was able to give vent to his passion for donkeys, he became aware of an ancient donkey race originating in the Balearic Islands but now almost disappeared, so as to be included in the Spanish breeds in danger of extinction . A decline began with the mechanization of the countryside and the exodus of the rural population of the sixties. “Today, it is even more important to reintroduce this breed to allow it to clean the undergrowth and reduce the risk of forest fires”. The Balearic Islands, in fact, according to the data of the association Asno Balear Ibiza, suffered 69 forest fires in 2016. “The forest mass of Ibiza is in a serious or extreme risk zone”, continues the former carabiniere, telling how the management through extensive grazing on the island of Ibiza can help to reduce the fuel load in the forest, reducing the risk of fires.

After a degree in law, the choice to live between Ibiza and Italy dates back to 28 years ago, when Giovanni took leave from the Carabinieri, where he carried out counter-espionage and counter-terrorism functions. For the next ten years, the 58-year-old from Varese set up a company with which he managed part of the private security at the Milan Linate and Malpensa airports. Today, set aside the uniform and the uniform as an overseer, the days flow in a paradise of sun, sea and people from all over the world. “Now I live on rent and I have finally supported my long-standing passion for nature and the environment. I would never ever return to Italy permanently. My partner is resigned, but I go to visit her every month “. Even if the one-way ticket for the archipelago is always ready in your pocket.

Today it is even more important to reintroduce donkeys to clean the undergrowth and reduce the risk of forest fires
It is told about a flight from Ibiza to Milan, the former carabiniere, now used to having the only flaw the return flight to Italy once a month. “I became a fervent advocate of happy degrowth. Money, as an object of savings or accumulation, makes me literally horror. Everything related to materialism and consumerism is now part of my antecedent and totally outdated life “. How the idea of ​​aging in Italy belongs to its past existence. “During the institutional service I solemnly swore six times fidelity to the country and to the Constitution. In truth, I think I have already given abundantly “.

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Obihall: Welcomes the Party Vida Loca for Easter

In Florence, at the Obihall, the Party Vida Loca will be held next April 1st. The Party will tour in different Italian cities.

The parties will take place in the following cities and on the following dates.

March 24, Donoma di Civitanova

March 30 at the Sali e Tabacchi of Reggio Emilia

On March 31st, megaparty at the Costez of Bergamo and finally on April 1st at the Obihall.

The Florentine stage promises to be an unforgettable event, worthy of the best parties in Ibiza, Miami and St. Tropez.

In fact there will be DJs, mascots, dancers, set designers, etc, etc.

Extravagance and fun will not be lacking.

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Pasimata for Easter Garfagnana at Casone di Profecchia

Elisabetta Regoli is a sister of Regolo Regoli, a ski instructor and a great viola fan who died prematurely, but she is also the cousin of Giuseppe Regoli. At the Casone di Profecchia the Regoli family, with the founder Agostino, is an institution. For Easter and Easter time the slopes are all open, both those of the school camps and the blue and red. Snow, therefore, in abundance for those who want to enjoy in peace the last ski runs of the season, wide and well beaten slopes thanks to the mastery of Massimiliano, ski instructor and soul of the sports structure.

But when we talk about Casone di Profecchia we also talk about dishes at the table, particularly rich and consistent and behind the stove we also find Elisabetta Regoli that this year wanted to delight its guests by preparing a sweet typical of the Easter tradition Garfagnana, Pasimata, made with flour, sugar, eggs, raisins, anicini and 24 hours of leavening. “I will not reveal the recipe – he says – but I have no problem saying what the ingredients are … It is a typical dessert of our area, in Castelnuovo a fortnight ago a gastronomic competition was made with this cake. Easter lunch and, first, a nice skiing, better than that you could not “.

“We do everything we can – explains Massimiliano – to give our guests the things that usually provides a ski resort of series A while we are, for size, disie B. We try, however, to compensate with the reception, with beaten tracks always in the best way, beautiful wide and an enviable tranquility and difficult to find elsewhere.It is a pleasure to receive compliments from people who frequent, for example, Abetone and who, coming here, is at ease and finds as many reasons to return “.

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“Flower House”, and the abandoned villa comes back to life with green

The florist Lisa Waud calls together the green designers to redevelop a building in ruins in Detroit and fill it with flowers

“Flower House”, and the abandoned villa comes back to life with green
In Detroit, an abandoned house becomes a green installation thanks to the project

In October, florists, botanists and flower designers from all over the US will gather in Detroit, Michigan, to work together on a single, green installation.
The project stems from an idea of ​​the American creative Lisa Waud, specialized in plant design and retraining, fascinated by the potential of plants to change the space.
Renamed as “Flower House”, the initiative is a collective call to fill walls and ceilings of an abandoned villa in Detroit with flowers and plants of all kinds and is already making a name for itself in print and social networks.
«We aim to arouse curiosity and stimulate the passion for sustainability in the participants and visitors.

The inspiration for the project? The fascinating and ambitious works of Christo. And a wonderful Dior show of 2012 in which the flowers were the real protagonists. I thought I wanted to do something too. ”
Objective: to give new life to a forgotten architectural structure. In the name of Flower Power.

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S’Espalmador, the Balearic island sold to a magnate

So far S’Espalmador was known as an earthly paradise, but a tycoon bought it for just under 20 million euros

S’Espalmador is a small island in the Balearic Islands off the coast of Formentera and not far from Ibiza. Until now it was known as a paradise on earth, a favorite destination for those who practice naturism and the passionate sailors who throw anchor in its crystal clear waters to make memorable baths. But from next summer nobody will be able to set foot.
The island has just been sold for just under 20 million euros to a Luxembourg magnate.
On the island, only 137 hectares large (3 km long and 800 wide), there are very few buildings: two houses, a chapel and a watchtower. Also now owned by the magnate.
S’Espalmador can also be reached on foot from Formentera when there is low tide. Many tourists come here to immerse themselves in the natural mud that seems to be a cure for the skin.
The island was in fact already privately owned and belonged to the Catalan architect Norman Cinnamond, but it still remained in Spanish hands. He had been in the real estate market for three years, but the local government could not get it.
The old owners allowed thousands of tourists to arrive safely on the island during the summer. We will have to see if the new one will also be of such broad views.
The new owner is however aware of the fact that S’Espalmador is part of the Ses Salines Natural Park and therefore must be protected by law and maintained as it is.
The park extends from the southern edge of Ibiza to the northern part of Formentera and, in addition to S’Espalmador, includes the islands of Es Penjats, S’Espardell, the Illes Negres and the rocks of Escull d’en Terra, En Caragoler, Seca de Sa Barqueta.
From the S’Espalmador beach you can easily see the lights of Ibiza’s nightclubs and beach bars, just a few nautical miles away and reachable by boat. Without being disturbed by noise. A paradise, in short, perhaps now lost.

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While Italy of wine

FROM THE TASTING OF SOLAIA AND TIGNANELLO TO HIGH ALTITUDE ON THE DOLIMITES WITH THE GUIDE OF THE RENZO COTARELLA ENAMEL, TO “GUALTIERO MARCHESI-THE GREAT ITALIAN” AT THE CINEMA, FROM ROMANO PRODI AND VALERIO SCANU TO A DINNER WITH THE COMICI PATRUCCO AND VITO
While Italy of wine has already packed up and is ready to leave in mass (1,700 companies) with destination Germany, the first European market for our labels, and an event, ProWein, which confirms the most important wine fair international, a real hub of the global business in the three days of meetings whose only protagonists are the professionals of the sector, and with many events in the event dedicated to the Belpaese, the most represented country (Düsseldorf, from 18 to 20 March), ‘Italy of wine – and of food – the WineNews agenda is also full of appointments for wine lovers & gourmets. Some are really curious and particular. An example? At the Alta Badia Wine Cup, the enogastronomic event that combines the pleasure of skiing with the tasting of Italian wines at high altitude, conceived by Michael Costamoling, owner of Sporthotel Panorama in Corvara: after the Valdicava winery in Montalcino and the Brunello del vigneron Vincenzo Abbruzzese, tomorrow the wines by Antinori will be tasted under the guidance of Renzo Cotarella, to Marchesi Antinori, after the skiers have faced the Super8, the panoramic itinerary that grants the sight of 8 of the most famous Dolomite mountains (Tofana, Pelmo , Civetta, Marmolada, Fanes, Averau, 5 Torri, Conturines) with stops at the Lagazuoi refuges (2,800 m) and Punta Trieste, and finally an aperitif at the Sporthotel Panorama with important bottles: Solaia (from 1999 and 2011), Tignanello (from 2001 and of 2013) and Chianti Classico Badia di Passignano (of 2010 and 2011), and dinner in the stube accompanied by the same wines but of the 2014 vintage (www.sporthotel-panorama.com).
From the peaks to the Italian cinemas, to celebrate the career of the master Gualtiero Marchesi, who on March 19th would have been 88, on 20th and 21st March, “Gualtiero Marchesi – The Great Italian”, a documentary by Maurizio Gigola, will be released an Anglo-Italian production signed by Food & Media International and Fondazione Gualtiero Marchesi, already presented in Cannes. A journey into the personal and working history of the master, with testimonies, among others, of chefs Alain Ducasse, Yannik Alléno, and many students like Massimo Bottura, Carlo Cracco, Enrico Crippa and Davide Oldani (www.gualtieromarchesi.it). In Milan, Apcor-Portuguese Association of Producers of Cork with “Let yourself be guided by your senses”, makes a sensorial experience live on March 20 at the Istituto dei Ciechi in Via Vivaio, from the lush oak forests of the Montado (Portugal) , will lead through the fascinating journey of the cork, until you get to the fundamental role that this material has on the perfect preservation of the best bottles of wine and their aging, conducted by Alessandro Scorsone, sommelier and master of ceremonies of the Presidency of the Council of Ministers and Vincenzo Russo, scientific director of the Neuromarketing Research Center Behavior and Brain Lab Iulm (www.apcor.pt).
Many celebrities will pass from Fico Eataly World to Bologna in the next few days: on March 22nd, for World Water Day, Romano Prodi, professor of Economics and Industrial Policy at the Universities of Bologna, Trento and Harvard, will hold the Lectio Magistralis “Water: rights and duties”, in the cycle of meetings on the rights and duties of food, water and energy, the value of legality in the perspective of an economy and sustainable agriculture, dedicated to the Z generation, the young and very young of today, in terms of cultural, social, political and economic values ​​of our time, followed by the speeches of Vincenzo Balzani (in April), an imported Italian chemist, professor emeritus of the University of Bologna and academician of the Lincei, and Ennio Sodano, prefect now head of the Agency of assets confiscated from organized crime, will trace the history of the affirmation of food as a fundamental right of all, recognized by and Constitutions (www.fondazionefico.org). Waiting, always in Fico, Among the events in the library.coop “Mangiar well is Fico”, tomorrow one of the “fathers” of Slow Food, Piero Sardo, will present his book “Natural cheeses” with Cesare Baldrighi and Nicola Bertinelli, Presidents respectively of the Consortiums of Grana Padano and Parmigiano Reggiano. Finally, on March 25th and 26th, Aperitivi & CO Experience arrives in Fico, the most important trade event dedicated to the world of aperitifs signed by Bartender.it, and in music and cinema meetings, on March 19th there will be the singer Valerio Scanu, with the introduction of Red Ronnie (www.eatalyworld.it).

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Balearic Islands: what to see

The Balearic Islands are located between Spain and the North African coast, and surrounded by the waters of the Mediterranean. Every summer the Balearic Islands welcome thousands of tourists of all nationalities thanks to miles of fine sandy beaches, scorching sun, excellent restaurants and exuberant nightlife.
What is surprising is that Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera – that is, the Balearic Islands – have managed to maintain, despite massive tourism, a certain integrity. In addition to bars, beaches and entertainment 24 hours a day, in the Balearics you will find Gothic cathedrals, Neolithic megaliths, fishing villages, beautiful rural paths and stretches of orange groves and olive groves as far as the eye can see. he managed to spoil these delicate corners of Spain

The Balearic Islands are an archipelago of the western Mediterranean Sea and form an autonomous community of Spain consisting of four islands: Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera, and a single province. Also part of the Balearic archipelago is the smaller island of Cabrera, which houses the homonymous natural park, and some islets. The capital of the Balearic Islands is Palma de Mallorca, while the official languages ​​are both Catalan and Spanish. Also called the islands of eternal spring for their mild climate throughout the year, the Balearics are one of the most popular destinations in Spain and beyond. Their beaches are famous all over the world but, despite this, it is still possible to find pristine and heavenly beaches, especially in Menorca and Formentera. Although very close to each other, the islands are decidedly different from each other, and this is mainly due to their different historical heritage. Ibiza and Formentera are the most famous and the most popular (especially by Italians), while Mallorca and Menorca are more reserved and quiet.

In Mallorca, Menorca and Ibiza land a lot of charter and line flights from all over Europe. Among the main airlines flying non-stop from Italy there are Ryanair, Easyjet, Vueling, Meridiana, Neos, Air Europa and Iberia. Direct flights are from May until October; in autumn and winter you will necessarily have to make a stopover in Spain.

By ferry Due to its small size, Formentera does not have an airport and can only be reached by ferry from Ibiza. From Barcelona you can reach Palma, Alcudia (in the northeastern part of Mallorca) via Ciutadella (on the island of Menorca), Maó and Sant Antoni (Ibiza). Then there are several companies that connect the four islands to each other. All these services are active from mid-May to September. Out of season the frequency drops considerably.

Majorca is the island with the most local transport: there are two railway lines and a complete bus network that will allow you to reach any location on the island. There are also around 30 car rental agencies and you can hire bikes in many of the island’s villages.

Menorca instead does not have an equally developed transport network and, for example, to reach Maó from the airport you have to take a taxi. Three bus companies operate on the island and there are several car, motorbike and bicycle rental agencies. The transport network of

Ibiza has bus lines that reach all the locations on the island. In general, especially in Menorca and Ibiza it is preferable to rent a car to have the freedom to reach even the most hidden coves.

In Formentera you just need to rent a motorbike or a bicycle because the distances are short.

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Gilda Ambrosio, one of the most successful under 30s

Forbes inserts the Neapolitan influencer and designer in his ranking of 30 European under 30s to keep an eye on in the “art and culture” sector. A great success for the creative of the Attico brand. Also because he has just turned 25 in years

Another important recognition for the excellence of Italian fashion comes from the prestigious Forbes magazine. Only a few months ago, the magazine had crowned Chiara Ferragni as number one in its world ranking of the most powerful fashion influencers.
Today, however, it touches Gilda Ambrosio: the name of the designer and it-girl made in Italy figure in fact in the European classification of 30 Under 30 to keep an eye in the category Art & Culture. Together with Ambrosio, in the same category the magazine mentions three other Italians: Lorenzo Uggeri, founder of the Kooness platform, and the chefs Davide Caranchini and Floriano Pellegrino. Another 8, then, the Italians present in the other 9 categories identified by Forbes. Twelve national prides on 300 names: an excellent result for our country.

But, for us, the queen of the 300 young and talented names identified by the American magazine is Ambrosio: founder and creative director of the super cool brand Attico together with her friend Giorgia Tordini, she adds to her personal palmarès – which includes, among other things his report among the 500 most important figures in the fashion world according to Business of Fashion – this prestigious award. Already a career of all respect behind, just 25 years, and a future that can only be radiant for her. All thanks to an innate sense of style – its unmistakable touch? The ability to mix avant-garde brands with well-dressed classics – and a curious, lively and snappy entrepreneurial mind. But also a look of a deer in front of which it is impossible to remain indifferent.

1 – Despite having achieved success in Milan, Gilda is Neapolitan doc. It was in fact born in the shadow of Vesuvius in 1992.

2 – For his recent birthday, the friends have organized a surprise party, told live on Instagram with dozens of photos and Stories. The guests all wore a wig that emulated the long hair of the birthday girl.

3 – Its most characteristic aesthetic feature is its long, silky black hair. He said he never washed them at home.

4 – He lived a love affair with Andrea Rosso, son of Renzo Rosso, owner of Diesel.

5 – Only a few days ago he debuted as a model on the catwalk, for the fashion show of the young GCDS brand, within the official calendar of Milano Moda Uomo.

6 – His style icon is Cher. The Pocahontas hair, actually, they share the two. Among the Italian actresses, Gilda declared she loves Anna Magnani, Sophia Loren, Virna Lisi and Monica Bellucci.

7 – The first collection of its Attico label was presented in February 2016. Not even two years ago. And she has already managed to dress up stars like Katy Perry, Emily Ratajkovski and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley.

8 – His favorite game, as a child, was to dress the mannequins of the parents’ fashion boutique.

9 – On Instagram it has 275 thousand followers and follows 1492 profiles.

10 – As for make-up, Gilda almost always prefers a natural effect. So much so that one wonders if it really is tricks … or not.

11 – Your favorite holiday destination seems to be Ibiza. There was also last summer, in the company of what the rose magazines have identified as his new boyfriend: Stefano De Martino. But this is a whole other story.

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