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Starting from March 2009, are expected in several areas of the boot shape peninsula a lot of special events to give all the tourists joyful and amazing moments, making the stay more pleasant and interesting.

In the fantastic frame of Venice lagoon, on 15th March will take place the concert by the Orchestra and the Choir of La Fenice Theatre, with the soft sound of the white voices and organ on the notes of Missa pro defunctis, the poems by Wilfred Ower and the War Requiem, to taste the big emotions of music in one of the most famous theatres of the world.

For all who want to relax in the so loved landscapes of Tuscany, the city of Siena offers the delicious market Artists in Boroughs, from 15th to 16th March, located in the boroughs and in the squares of the historic centre of Torrita di Siena. The event expects the attendance of different artists and producers of various items who will show the objects due to the celebrations for the Donkeys’ Palio. In addition, there will be also the Historic Parade, whereas for all who want to taste the typical recipes of Valdichiana such as pasta, cakes and wine, the characteristic taverns will be open to the public by 7 pm. The town of Rigomagno proposes, instead, from 28th to 30th March, the delicious Sagra del Ciambellino, an event to taste the authentic product of this medieval borough in the Senese country, according to the ancient tradition. In addition, in Pienza it will be possible to enter into Piccolomini Palace to visit the exhibition Pio II and the Arts, for a rich cultural day.

Florence, the city of Ponte Vecchio, offers the public events able to satisfy every taste. For the lovers of the Arts, it is possible to visit the construction site of Basilica Santa Croce, to admire the frescos by Agnolo Gaddi dated 1380 in the Maggiore Chapel, thanks to the auto guided path in 5 languages.
The art of cinema is, instead, the main character of the exhibition A prince called Totò, set up from 10th to 30th March in the Sala Oro of La Pergola Theatre, where it will be possible to admire the objects and the movies of the wonderful actor who made the history of the cinema in the world.

And more, in the cheerful area of Viareggio, in province of Lucca, will take place on 6th March The charming legend of King Arthur, a ballet between past, present and future, centred on the adventures of the knights of the Round Table, by the Florence Dance Company. If, instead, you are looking for moments of relax and entertainment in the sign of glamour, the Aperitif in Art and Music is expected in Viareggio on 11th March, with Art, Jazz and a lot of taste. The city of Lucca is still the main character of the special events in Tuscany with the Trout of the Serchio Valley, from 10th to 20th March in Gallicano, to taste the characteristic gastronomic products of the area, which you can find also in the sweet feast of chocolate Cioccolatando, from 31st March to 1st April in Seravezza.

Going towards the South, Naples is the frame of interesting appointments such as Tiziano and the Portrait of Court from Raffaello to Caracci, exhibition from 25th March to 4th April at the Capodimonte Museum, and Leonardo, the Engineer of the Renaissance, which from 25th January to 25th March will show 9 full size models of machines designed by the great artist.

And for all who want a romantic stay in the marvellous Amalfi Coast, from 7th March will start The Chamber Music on the Amalfi Coast 2009, with the wonderful classic sinfonies which will accompany you with the sound of soft notes.

So, Italia Quality, luxury hotel relais, bed & breakfast, boroughs and castles, country houses, villas and palaces in Italy, is proud to point out the most interesting special events of the peninsula, to make your stay more pleasant and characteristic, in the sign of comfort, entertainment and class absolutely inimitable.

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The most beautiful events for a luxury stay

After an exciting and at the same time intensely demanding piece of  work, at long last here is “ItaliaQuality – A Journey through Fabled Italian Retreats”.
The anticipation to see it printed, bound and completely finished was overwhelming, and I couldn’t wait to hold a copy, the first copy, in my hands. When that finally happened it was a truly emotional moment. I was temporarily lost for words and left breathless looking at the result of all our hard work.
It was initially intended as a guide, but gradually evolved into a proper book, a book of art - a series of fables, each dedicated to its own unique retreat.
The tales were written to spark interest into this dream-like world, and the splendid illustrations that accompany the texts set your imagination free to wander through, and search out, all the enchanting places just waiting to be discovered.
The “Fables” are accurate descriptions, but written in such a way that draws the reader into a visual perspective, and evokes the sensations and emotions that we felt during our stays in these very special “homes” – places which are bound to leave an indelible mark on one’s memory.
The official presentation of the book was held during the TTI in Rimini – The International Fair of the Incoming Turistico Italiano Internazionale – on the 24 October 2008. It was a beautiful and intimate affair. We were very pleased to see everyone who attended the Fair, but felt especially honoured to meet those who came along solely to meet us and ItaliaQuality.
This is the First Edition: now the work starts for the second one……..