VACATION LIKE A ROYAL WITHOUT SPENDING A FORTUNE
NEW YORK – July 29, 2009 – Located in the breathtaking foothills of the Alps, Italy’s Piedmont region welcomes visitors to vacation like a royal without spending a fortune with fine dining, spa treatments, and castle accommodations that are high value and easy on the pocketbook. Home to the House of Savoy and a leading force behind Italian unification, Piedmont features picturesque natural landscapes, majestic 14th century castles, fine cuisine, and award-winning wines. Piedmont is sure to make travelers enter a voyage in time to some of Italy’s greatest cultural, historic, and natural landmarks.
SLEEP LIKE A ROYAL - CASTLE ACOMMODATIONS
Castello di Pavone
The Castello di Pavone – one of the most exclusive castle hotels in Piedmont – stands above the medieval village of Pavone, located 18 miles north of Turin. Built between the 8th and 14th centuries, the castle holds a medieval adventure for its guests while pampering them in luxury and comfort. Public and private rooms at Castello di Pavone have seen the deeds of knights and damsels as depicted in the frescoes and paintings that adorn the walls. Guests can stroll through the courtyards and gardens, or enjoy a candlelight dinner at the castle’s restaurant featuring regional cuisine. Double rooms start at $193 USD per night and Regal Suites start at $325 USD per night.
www.castellodipavone.com
Castello di Razzano
A fairy tale escapade begins in Castello di Razzano’s luscious Italian garden surrounded by the peacefulness of the Piedmontese countryside of the Monferrato area located east of Turin. Castello di Razzano is a centuries old residence featuring eight suites each furnished with a lounge, bedroom, en-suite bath, balcony, and tea area. The hotel’s wine cellars produce their own Castello de Razzano label and forty surrounding vineyards supply Barbera d'Asti, Chardonnay, and red and white Pinot varieties. Visitors can enjoy their time on the castle property with long nature walks in the rolling green hills or stay active at the tennis court or golf course. Doubles start at $150 USD and Superior Suites begin at $277 USD. All guests enjoy a complimentary breakfast.
www.castellodirazzano.it/inglese
Castello di Santa Vittoria
Located 37 miles south of Turin, the Castello di Santa Vittoria sits on a promontory dominating the medieval village of Alba. The town of Alba is famous for the Alba White Truffle that is reputed to be one of the world’s most delicious delights. Inside the ancient walls of Castello di Santa Vittoria are quiet interiors with antique-style furnished rooms and panoramic views of the woodland valleys. Visitors can dine in the hotel’s elegant “Al Castello” restaurant and feast on the infamous Alba truffle, cheese, mushrooms, and wine. Rates start at US$320.00 per room/per night.
www.santavittoria.org
EAT LIKE A ROYAL - FINE DINING
With a rich cultural history, fine architectural heritage, and deep-rooted traditions in food and wine, it is fitting for travelers to eat like kings in Piedmont and enjoy the distinct flavors of Piedmontese gastronomy. As the royal residences of the House of Savoy undergo an extensive restoration program, Piedmont offers visitors the opportunity to dine in the Piedmontese royal residences that now house Michelin starred restaurants run by the “Stars of Piedmont” chefs. Besides featuring a wealth of cultural attractions, the Savoy residences in Piedmont are striving to become places where history and the art of cooking come together and continue the tradition of palace banquets.
[Back to Press Releases Main]
