Classic Vactions - Classic Europe 2008 - (Page 56) Florence GRAND HOTEL FLORENCE Prestigious Medici palace in the heart of Florence • Former 18th-century palace overlooking the Piazza Ognissanti and the Arno River, within walking distance of all major attractions. • Guests enjoy 107 frescoed rooms and 13 suites with hand-painted ceilings as well as high-speed Internet access and multimedia on demand. • The recently opened restaurant, InCanto, offers Italian cuisine in an open kitchen with attention to the flavors of Tuscany. BP Published Rates: From $619 to $2,139/Night* H O T E L S AV O Y F L O R E N C E Fashionable and elegant hotel in the center of Florence • Built in 1893, this contemporary five-story hotel hems the Piazza della Repubblica, steps away from the Duomo. • All 102 rooms have a subtle palette with marble bathrooms, as well as walk-in closets and satellite TV. Some suites feature private steam baths. • Located in the hub of Florence activity and shopping, the Savoy has a modern fitness center and a local favorite, L’Incontro Bar and Restaurant. BP Published Rates: From $569 to $1,329/Night* VILLA SAN MICHELE 15th-century monastery in Florence foothills • Nestled on the hill of Fiesole, this former monastery overlooks Florence and the surrounding Arno Valley. • Each of the 46 rooms is unique; most junior suites have terraces and expansive views; others, fireplaces and custom-made furniture. • This well-preserved landmark features 17thcentury frescoes, gardens, and panoramic views. Don’t miss a dinner at La Loggia restaurant. • Complimentary shuttle to Florence. Published Rates: From $1,409 to $1,659/Night* BP REVEL IN the artistry of a master Florence has some of the best-loved works of its native son, Michelangelo. The museum Accademia is where you’ll find his colossal marble statue of David, while the Uffizi Gallery is home to his unfinished statue, Victory, and the Opera del Duomo holds the famous La Pietà, a statue the artist intended 56 CLASSIC EUROPE 2008 for his own tomb.
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