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T R AV E L G A L L E R Y
Travel expert Cynthia David provides updates on the tourism industry in this curated collection that appears in every issue —
TRAVEL NEWS YOU CAN USE
CLIMB ABOARD THE FAST, EFFICIENT TRAINS OF TRENITALIA
to explore Italian cities brimming with art, history and culture. Listen
to opera in a Roman amphitheatre in romantic Verona. Visit the con-
vent of Santa Maria della Grazie in stately Milan for a peek at Leonardo
da Vinci’s Last Supper. In Pisa the bell tower still leans, but it’s just
one of several Romanesque buildings in the Piazza dei Miracoli.
Naples’ historical treasures include the Castel dell’Ovo and National
Archaeological Museum. Genoa’s historical centre culminates in the
splendid UNESCO-recognized Renaissance buildings along the Strade
Nuove. The Mole Antonelliana, home of the National Museum of
Cinema, is the symbol of Piedmont’s elegant capital, Turin. Create
your itinerary at trueitalianexperience.it/en
AFTER A REFURB, ONE ULTRA-LUXURY BOUTIQUE HOTEL
in the postcard-pretty Swiss Alps is ready to spoil its guests. Ultima
Hotel Gstaad, which reopened on November 29th, has a refreshed spa
and new partnerships that redefine alpine luxury. Find cutting-edge
wellness with science-driven treatments by Augustinus Bader, featuring
their transformative TFC8 formula, and organic therapies from
Seed to Skin Tuscany, blending natural elements with innovation.
Fitness enthusiasts can enjoy personalized programs at Workshop
Gymnasium, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, while the
boutique now showcases Sporty & Rich’s chic leisurewear collection.
Spanning three interlinked timber chalets, the property features 11
suites and six private residences with marble ensuites and private
lounges. ultimacollection.com/our-collection/ultima-hotel-gstaad
PERCHED HIGH ABOVE THE AEGEAN SEA IN THE
village of Imerovigli, five-star Kivotos Santorini
stands out like an elegant black gem amid the Greek
island’s white landscape. The 10 suites and villas com-
bine a modern minimalist design with bold, dark
colours that echo the hotel’s stone and cave-like feel.
Each room offers a clear view of Santorini’s famous
sunsets and the volcanic caldera that created the
island. Enjoy a champagne breakfast in your room
and dine on fresh local seafood at night. Ideal for a
romantic escape. KivotosHotels.com