Premier Spas & Romance - Winter/Spring 2008 - (Page 33) OPPORTUNITIES FOR RELAXATION abound at every turn. Accommodations are spacious and inviting (above, right). Enjoy a treatment outdoors (above). Forte Village is the ideal venue for a special occasion, be it a lavish party or romantic wedding (below). Pineta, Le Palme and Il Villaggio—and 33 individual suites, each of which highlights a different element of the area’s beautiful surroundings, whether sea, forest or sky. When they’re not relaxing at Thaermae del Forte spa, guests of Forte Village can avail themselves of the resort’s ample activities, from water sports and swimming pools to go-karting, ice skating and shopping at its chic boutiques. Families can enjoy challenging each other to a showdown at the resort’s bowling alley, or, of course, for those who want to revel in Sardinia’s stunning turquoise water and bountiful sunshine, the beach is always a favorite option. At night, adults can indulge in crisp, refreshing cocktails and awe-inspiring shows at Piazza Maria Luigia in the heart of the resort. Paying homage to Eastern and Western traditions, 21 restaurants throughout Forte Village are sure to satisfy every discriminating palate. Executive Chef Gianfranco Piozzini selects the finest ingredients, from fresh fish and vegetables to herbs and succulent fruits, many of which are cultivated locally. Guests who wish to explore the wonders of Sardinia can participate in a number of excursions off site, including horseback riding, off-road driving and boating. Ratings/Reviews: Forte Village has been awarded, for the ninth consecutive year, the prestigious and coveted title of “World’s Leading Resort” and, for the fourth consecutive year, the title of “World’s Leading Family Luxury Resort,” “Europe’s Leading Resort,” “Italy’s Leading Resort,” and 2003 Condé Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice Award. Accommodations: Five- and four-star hotels and luxury bungalows clustered in a village setting. Five stars: Hotel Castello, Villa Del Parco, Le Dune, Cala del Forte, Boat House, Beachcomber. Open from Easter until the end of October. Beach, 10 pools, watersports, tennis, golf nearby, fine dining. Spa offers thalassotherapy pools, sauna, Turkish bath, computerized gym, Shiatsu, algae baths, mud treatments, massage, beauty center, hairdresser, beauty salon, spa bar. Rates: Contact Forte Village Resort for hotel accommodations. Day ticket required for use of spa facility; not all leisure treatments included with price of pass. Location/Airport: On 55 acres bound on one side by a long, sandy beach and the other by tree-covered hills, on the southern tip of the island of Sardinia. A 45-minute drive from Elmas Airport in Cagliari. Transfers arranged on request. Meetings/Event Facilities: Full-service Congress Center Recreation: Private beach, water sports, several pools, tennis, volleyball, basketball, football pitch, go-cart track, putting green, bowling, golf, horseback riding, outdoor ice skating. Room Amenities: While each hotel has unique amenities, all offer air-conditioning, heating, mini-bar, satellite TV, safe and direct-dial telephone. Luxury Services: Spa, boathouse, equipment rental, bike rentals, live entertainment, boutiques, children’s club, daily program of games and activities, child care arranged. Address: 09010 Santa Margherita di Pula/ Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy Phone: (39) 070 92171 Fax: (39) 070 921246 Website: www.fortevillage.com E-mail: forte.village@fortevillage.com GDS: Sabre, Worldspan, Galileo, Amadeus Managing Director: Lorenzo Giannuzzi Affiliations: WorldHotels, The Leading Small Hotels of the World www.premierhotels.com Winter/Spring 2008 | PREMIER SPAS & ROMANCE 33 http://www.fortevillage.com http://www.fortevillage.com http://www.premierhotels.com
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