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Escape this Easter with the Almae Collection
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From Venice to Cognac to the Alps, the family-owned Almae Collection offers a range of European escapes for every kind of honeymoon.
Best for a cultural escape - Palazzo Garzoni, Venice
Palazzo Garzoni, an enviable location on Venice’s Grand Canal, between Piazza San Marco and Rialto Bridge, offers an ideal base for a cultural Easter getaway. Dating back to the mid-15th century, Palazzo Garzoni is a masterpiece of Venetian architecture and a historical base from which to explore the city of canals. This under-the-radar gem has been sensitively converted into four residences: Piano Nobile, Grand Canal, Terrazeta and Rialto. All have been individually designed with the utmost care and using locally sourced materials such as Italian marble and fabrics produced by the finest Venetian textile manufacturers, including Rubelli and Fortuny. Guests can rent the residences individually or take over the whole property on an exclusive use basis for the ultimate private takeover. The resident concierge is on hand to cater to every aspect of the stay, from booking tickets and meals in the city to arranging bespoke parties and events in the apartments.
To find out more, visit www.almae-collection.com
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Best for Alpine seclusion - Armancette, Saint-Nicolas Veroce, French Alps
A hidden destination for those in the know, Armancette Hôtel, located in the remote French Alps town of Saint-Nicolas Veroce, offers total privacy, peace and tranquillity in exceptional surroundings, with French authenticity at its heart. This 19-room hotel is located within the former bakery of the village and offers direct access to the slopes by chairlift at the front entrance. For larger groups and families, the hotel offers an additional three standalone ski-in and ski-out chalets that can sleep between eight and 14 people. When not outdoors, guests can spend their evenings relaxing and unwinding at the impressive spa, which includes an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, an outdoor jacuzzi with a panoramic view of the Mont Blanc range, three treatment rooms, and a state-of-the-art fitness suite. After a long day on the slopes, guests can indulge at the destination dining restaurant, La Table d’Armante, which serves local and seasonal French cuisine.
For more information, visit www.armancette.com
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Best for discovering a hidden gem - La Nauve Hotel & Jardin, Cognac
Opening its doors in June 2023 after a four-year transformation and total reimagination, La Nauve Hôtel et Jardin is a restored belle époque mansion offering insider access to the lesser-known region of Cognac. The 12 spacious accommodation rooms, including one Junior Suite, all feature delicate furnishings and touches such as beds and headboards made using the roots of local Sequoia trees. The 12-acre gardens provide a total sanctuary with plenty of peaceful corners to relax and unwind, leading down to the Charente River, where guests can enjoy the use of a private boat and canoes. Guests can pop into town via boat to explore Old Cognac or even try the Otard tour, where visitors are able to visit the old Chateau de Cognac. Using the finest local ingredients, including homegrown herbs and vegetables from the gardens, the culinary offering at La Nauve reflects the terroir of this fascinating region, with, of course, excellent wines and cognacs. Unlike anything else in the area, this enchanting, historical hotel is set to put this lesser-visited region of France firmly on the map.
Discover more at www.lanauve.com
