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Italy’s rich history has always captivated me. Every ancient ruin and cobblestone street tells a story that spans centuries. The food and wine are unparalleled — each region offers unique flavors that perfectly reflect its culture and traditions, making every meal an unforgettable experience. But what truly steals my heart is the Italian lifestyle. Taking time to savor life, enjoy family and embrace la dolce vita is more than just a way of living — it’s an art form.
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Day 1: Dolomites arrival
Arrive in the Dolomites (Italian Alps). Check into your hotel. Take a short ride to the Plose Cable Car. Enjoy the scenery as you head to Plose Mountain. Be sure to take advantage of the unique food experience the mountain huts will provide. You will get to enjoy the Ladin food experience at its finest.
Now to enjoy the mountain scenery even more, take a short hike along Plose Mountain. Before heading back to the hotel, enjoy dinner at Plose Ristorante La Finestra while enjoying the views.
Day 2: Bressanone
After an action-packed first day, be sure to ease into the morning, enjoying breakfast at the hotel.
Next, take the 30-minute trip over to Bressanone. This charming village will bring delight as you stroll along the Abbey of Novella and enjoy Gewürztraminer wine tastings. You can also check out the Bressanone Cathedral and see some historic architecture.
Head back to the hotel in time to get ready for dinner. Forestis Dolomites guests dress to impress for dinner! Enjoy the time getting gussied up for a romantic dinner with breathtaking views.
Day 3: Spa day
What more is there to say than spa day! The spa at Forestis Dolomites is not to be missed.
Day 4: Venice
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, it is time to take the train to Venice.
Upon arriving in Venice, check in to your hotel. Take a short boat ride over to Torrefazione Canneregio (a local coffee roaster) to enjoy a delicious coffee and pastry.
Enjoy a gondola ride along the Canal before heading back to the hotel. Enjoy dinner at Oro, a Michelin Star restaurant with lagoon-inspired cuisine.
Day 5: Shopping and local fare
After a breakfast-in-bed kind of morning, it is time to venture out to the Jewish Ghetto, the oldest in Europe, for an authentic and serene experience.
Enjoy the rest of the day wandering around Venice, you will find unique shops not listed on any guide. You will taste the best gelato in that shop you never would have thought to try.
Then round out the day with a food & wine tour.
Days 6-8: Florence
Stay at Four Seasons Hotel Firenze, have dinner at Enoteca Pinchiorri, climb the Duoro and explore the Bardini Gardens.
Days 9-10: Rome
Stay at Chapter Roma, have dinner at La Pergola, tour the Colosseum and wander along the Via Appia Antica.
Days 11-12: Naples & Pompeii
Stay at Grand Hotel Parker's. Enjoy dinner at Il Comandante. Explore the ruins of Pompeii and visit Rione Terra (an underground Roman city).
Days 13-14:
Stay at Caruso, a Belmond Hotel. Enjoy dinner at Ristorante Don Alfonso 1890, a Michelin Star restaurant. Drive along the Amalfi Coast and take a private boat to Fjord of Furore, a secluded beach among the cliffs.
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