ITALIAN RIVIERA AND TUSCAN ARCHIPELAGO - Elite Traveler

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elite guide to italian riViera & tusCan arCHiPelago 

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We have asked some of the world’s leading charter brokers to share their highlights 

of the Italian Riviera and Tuscan Archipelago. 

Cruising itinerary 4 

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➤ day of arriVaL: Genoa 5 

➤ day 1: Genoa to Portofino 6 

➤ day 2: Portofino 6 

➤ day 3: Portofino to Porto Venere 8 

➤ day 4: Porto Venere to Viareggio (and Florence) 8 

➤ day 5: Viareggio to Elba 10 

➤ day 6: Elba to Punta Ala 10 

➤ day 7: Punta Ala to Giglio 11 

➤ day 8: Giglio to Porto Ercole 11 

➤ day 9: Porto Ercole and transfer to Rome 11 

the yaChts 12 

Choose from our stunning selection of yachts available to charter this summer 

on the Italian Riviera and Tuscan Archipelago. 

where to stay 22 

featured eVents 26 

need to know 

➤ Marinas 27 

➤ priVate jet terMinaLs 28 

➤ exCLusiVe transport 28 

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Vernazza on the Cinque terre 

La terrazza, hoteL spLendido 

Cheeky tiger 

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T R A V E L E R 

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Some of the world’s leading charter brokers share their highlights of the Italian Riviera and Tuscan Archipelago 

tina MontzKa 

caMper & nichoLson internationaL, antiBes 

Phone: +33 4 92 91 29 12 

Email: tm@ant.cnyachts.com 

cinque terre 

Having visited this coastline, many of my charter clients particularly 

love Cinque Terre and return there year after year. These villages 

give a taste of the real Italy. I suggest charterers walk to a few of the 

villages and enjoy a drink in one of the little bistros. The best way to 

visit the ‘Five Lands’ is to anchor in the nearby bay of Porto Venere 

and visit the islands by tender. The beautifully protected bay is just 

a few minutes from Cinque Terre and is a great place to spend the 

night. Don’t forget to try the local homemade pesto for which the 

region is famous. 



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Katie Macpherson Wray 

internationaL yacht coLLection (iyc) 

Phone: +1 954 522 2323 

Email: kwray@iyc.com 

The Italian Riviera is commonly referred to as the Cinque Terre 

meaning ‘The Five Lands’ and consists of five villages running 

along the north-west coast of Italy: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, 

Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore. The rough mountainside 

terrain makes it more conducive to arrive by boat, train or by foot as 

these villages rise up from the water. Many guests enjoy spending 

time in the famed Santa Margherita and Portofino, but it can be 

very difficult to secure dockage in its small marina. The views are 

outstanding, as are the local restaurants. 

portofino 


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CRUISING ITINERARY 

Whether you’re seeking true extravagance or pure relaxation, we have chosen the perfect nine-day itinerary that has it all 

as the French Riviera ribbons its way east 

beyond Monaco and over the border into 

Italy it becomes quieter and somehow more 

exotic with red carpet hedonism giving way to 

traditional fishing villages and renaissance 

towns. The coast may be rugged but in 

typical Italian fashion it accommodates an 

understated elegance. Take Portofino, for 

example, a tiny fishing village that has not 

changed its image for almost a century, yet 

its hilltop restaurants and ancient harbor 

Genova 

Portofino 

CORSICA 

Porto Venere 

Cinque Terre 

Viareggio 

are a continual attraction for elite travelers 

– previous visitors include the Windsors, Sir 

Winston Churchill and Elizabeth Taylor. 

Further south stretches the Tuscan 

Archipelago, a series of islands that have all the 

charm of their mainland namesake and yet, due 

to their remoteness, attract a fraction of the 

crowds. A private yacht affords infinite access 

to the archipelago – drop anchor in a secluded 

bay, step ashore to nothing but perfect beaches 



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Pisa 

Portoferraio 

ELBA 

GIGLIO 

Florence 

Punta Ala 

Porto Santa Stefano 

Porto Ercole 

Rome 

and cedar woodlands, and have it all to yourself. 

The luxury of a superyacht allows complete 

freedom unrestrained by accommodation, 

restaurants or sports facilities as they all 

travel with you. See ‘The Yachts’ section for our 

selection of perfect yachts for your trip. 

Finally, our itinerary takes you to Rome, a city 

that needs no introduction, but which makes 

the perfect conclusion to a cruise that has it all: 

activity, privacy, retreat and culture. 

➤ Arrive in Genoa 

Day 1: Genoa to Portofino 

Day 2: Portofino 

Day 3: Portofino to Porto Venere 

Day 4: Porto Venere to Viareggio (and Florence) 

Day 5: Viareggio to Elba 

Day 6: Elba to Punta Ala 

Day 7: Punta Ala to Giglio 

Day 8: Giglio to Porto Ercole 

Day 9: Porto Ercole and transfer to Rome 

Portofino © Hotel SPenDiDo

CRUISING ITINERARY dAY of ARRIvAl 

arriVe in Genoa 

fly to Genoa airPort anD tranSfer to tHe marina wHere your 

yacHt awaitS 

There are many ways to start your trip on the Italian Riviera and while we 

recommend Genoa, it is just one option of many. A common alternative 

is to begin in Monaco: the extrovert Principality stands at the end of the 

French Riviera and the beginning of the Italian. 

Genoa, the hilly gateway to the Ligurian coast, is filled with curiosities. 

Once you have boarded your yacht and unpacked your bags, it is worth 

stepping back onto dry land to explore this former maritime republic, 

as behind its commercial façade is a unique UNESCO World Heritage 

site. Renaissance and Baroque palaces stand side by side in Genoa’s old 

quarter that were built with maritime wealth from all quarters of Genoa’s 

republic: Liguria, Piedmont, Sardinia and Corsica. These palaces are 

surviving relics of the city’s fascinating history and under their stucco 

works and frescoed ceilings you will find not only world class museums 

but also, in true Italian style, some of the best shops around. 

WHAT To do dURING THE dAY 

Genoa international Boat SHow 

muSei Di StraDa nuoVa 

Phone: +39 01 0557 4724 

Email: webmastermusei@comune.genova.it 

Address: Via Garibaldi, Genoa 

Website: www.museidigenova.it 

Strada Nuova literally translates as ‘new street’, but with Renaissance and 

Baroque palaces opposing each other, its name is hardly relevant any more. 

It was built with Genoa’s seafaring power during the 16th century when wealthy 

families decided they needed decadent houses packed with frescos and paintings 

to display their power. Though the family lineage has ceased, their palaces remain 

no less impressive than they were then – simply to walk down Strada Nuova, 

now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is awe-inspiring. To fuel further curiosity, 

visit Strada Nuova’s two museums housed in Palazzo Rosso and Palazzo Tursi. 

From the outside these palaces are architecturally impressive, but enter inside 

and you will be amazed to discover Renaissance courtyards, astonishing frescos 

and galleries filled with Düer, Veronese, Van Dyck, Caravaggio, Jean Provost and 

Rubens among others. 

WHERE To SHop 



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Via GariBalDi 12 

Via GariBalDi 12 

VIP Contact: Lorenzo Bagnara 

Phone: +39 01 0253 0365 

Email: lorenzo@viagaribaldi12.com 

Address: Via Garibaldi 12/1, Genoa 

Website: www.viagaribaldi12.com 

PERSONAL SHOPPER: Vanessa Von Eywo 

Phone: +39 010 251 8989 

According to Lorenzo Bagnara, of the owning Bagnara family, customers 

often confuse Via Garibaldi 12 with a museum. This is hardly surprising as 

the 16th century palazzo is decorated with frescoes by Andrea Semino and 

stucco works by Charles de Wailly. During the European Grand Tour, writers 

such as Stendhal, Flaubert and Lady Morgan raved about Via Garibaldi and it 

was even mentioned in Dickens’s travelogue Pictures from Italy and Diderot’s 

Encyclopédie as a fine example of distinguished European architecture. After 

falling into complete disrepair, the Bagnara family restored this palace in 2001 

and turned it to the most unlikely of uses: a shop. Under extravagant frescos 

and ornate gildings an array of purchases are strewn, and contemporary 

household goods share space with modern ceramics and sculptures. Here you 

might find a Marcel Wanders unique piece vase, an Issey Miyake watch and 

cutting-edge furniture designed by Zaha Hadid. Popular as a side trip during 

Milan fashion week and even frequented by royalty, Via Garibaldi 12 is a mustsee 

whether for its museum-quality interior or its contemporary stock. 

la rinaScente 

Phone: +39 01 058 6995 

Address: Via Vernazza, Genoa 

Website: www.rinascente.it 

La Rinascente is synonymous with Italian fashion history. The flagship store in 

Milan dates from 1865 and is still known today as one of the fashion capital’s 

greatest department stores. La Rinascente, Genoa, has lost none of the class of its 

older sister; its shelves are decked out with Italian brands such as Armani, Dolce 

& Gabbana, Ermenegildo Zegna, Gucci, Missoni, Moschino, Roberto Cavalli and 

many others. However, the store does not only attract well-dressed Italians, it also 

stocks innovative elements of interior design as well as a perfumery ensuring you 

can stock up on whatever you need before embarking on your cruise.

CRUISING ITINERARY dAY 1 – 2 

Day 1 – 2: Genoa to Portofino 

15 nautical mileS 

The morning’s cruise from Genoa to Portofino should take no more than 

a few hours, but the transformation couldn’t be more different – from the 

bustle of a provincial capital and major port to a fishing village preserved 

in time. The picture postcard image of Portofino – its pastel-colored 

houses surrounding a tiny harbor against a backdrop of pine trees and 

turquoise waters – has allured affluent travelers in recent years. It was 

first discovered when the Duke and Duchess of Windsor signed the 

visitor’s book at the Hotel Splendido and subsequently by Richard Burton 

when he proposed to Elizabeth Taylor. But Portofino is not the celebrity 

packed ‘Saint Tropez of Italy’, it has an understated allure. In Portofino 

you will find luxury stores hidden in old stone houses, a world class hotel 

in a restored monastery and superyachts fighting for space with fishing 

boats. Portofino remains, at heart, an old world holiday destination. 

la terraZZa 

WHERE To dINE 

la terraZZa 

VIP Contact: Carlo Lazzeri, Food and Beverage Manager 

Phone: +39 01 8526 7801 

Email: clazzeri@splendido.net 

Address: Hotel Splendido, Salita Baratta, Portofino 

Website: www.hotelsplendido.com 

Cuisine: Traditional Ligurian 

Style / Ambiance: La Terrazza offers some of Portofino’s finest cuisine, as well as 

a view so appealing that the food becomes almost a secondary attraction. Book a 

table on the terrace and you will never forget it as from this vantage point the tiny 

harbor stretches out far below with nothing to hinder the sea views. Chef Corrado 

Corti firmly believes in using the freshest seafood to make hors d’oeuvres such 

as tuna fish tartar and buffalo mozzarella cheese with fennel salad and warm sea 

bass salad with orange sauce served with chicory salad. The fresh fish is, as the 

Ligurians say ‘non c’è niente come niente’ – there is nothing quite like it at all. 



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Portofino © Hotel SPenDiDo 

riStorante Puny 

Phone: +39 01 8526 9037 

Address: Piazza Martiri dell’Olivetta 4-5, Portofino 

Cuisine: Traditional Ligurian seafood 

Style / Ambiance: It is easy to see the reason why Richard Burton chose 

this spot to propose to Elizabeth Taylor as the restaurant’s position 

on the harbor provides a strikingly memorable view out across the 

water. Tables and chairs flood onto the quay and are often filled with 

locals enjoying an aperitif before strolling around the harbor. 

It is the charismatic heart of the old town and the original harbor-side 

restaurant, but that only accounts for half of Puny’s popularity, the 

traditional Ligurian seafood cuisine makes up the other half. Try the 

catch of the day done ‘al verde’ (in a green sauce of parsley, lemon and 

white wine) or sample ‘papperdelle al Portofino’, Puny’s specialty that 

blends tomato and pesto.


WHERE To BE pAMpEREd 

SPlenDiDo wellneSS centre 

Spa Manager: Katia Delfino 

Phone: +39 01 8256 7801 

Email: wellnesscentre@splendido.net 

Address: Hotel Splendido, Viale Baratta, 16, Portofino 


Treatment & facilities: Although the Wellness Centre at the Hotel 

Splendido has recently been updated with a sauna, steam room and 

multiple treatment rooms, the most appealing aspect is the garden. 

The terraces of this fragrant garden overlook the Ligurian coast, the 

steep cliffs providing the perfect backdrop to a relaxing massage under 

one of the pergolas. 

Signature Treatment: During the two-hour-long Splendido’s Dream your 

body is cocooned in an exfoliating treatment with aloe vera and olive 

stones. Then you will enjoy a deep massage with geranium and incense 

essences that is designed to lift the mood and regenerate the skin. 


walK to San fruttuoSo 

The hills that cradle Portofino are part of the Parko 

Naturale Regionale di Portofino, a national park 

that provides an endless possibility of walking trails. 

One of the most spectacular of these is the coastal 

track that finds its way along the headland cliff 

northwards for approximately two miles between the 

bay of Tigullio and the secluded cove where the San 

Fruttuoso monastery rests. It is stunningly beautiful, 

surrounded by pine forests and only accessible by 

foot, boat or helicopter. 

WHERE To SHop 

main SHoPPinG areaS 

The streets immediately surrounding the 

harbor of Portofino are a secret haven for 

designer boutiques and some of the world’s 

finest brands. Along pastel-colored streets and 

in hundred-year-old houses you can find some 

of Italy’s finest names. Along Calata Marconi, 

the well-photographed street leading out of 

the east side of the harbor, you can find Brioni, 

Dolce & Gabbana and Malo. Walk a short way 

into the main square, along Molo Umberto and 

Via Roma and you will find, among others, Dior, 

Emilio Pucci, Giorgio Armani, Gucci, Hermes 

and Louis Vuitton. 



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SPlenDiDo wellneSS centre 

San fruttuoSo monaStery 


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riomaGGiore on tHe cinQue terre 

Day 3: Portofino to Porto Venere 

(anD cinQue terre) 


The passage to Porto Venere is the most scenic cruise of the entire itinerary. 

Take your time and hug the coast as you go because you will be passing 

Italy’s most iconic seaside villages: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, 

Manarola and Riomaggiore, which are known collectively as the Cinque Terre. 

These five impossible villages, now with UNESCO World Heritage status, 

are built into the wild Ligurian cliffs, defying the steep terrain with endless 

terraces that slope down towards tiny harbors sheltering small fishing boats. 

Cruise leisurely past or walk the Sentiero Azzurro trail until you reach Porto 

Venere – an equally picturesque town that you can admire from your yacht 

while anchored in the bay, known as the Gulf of Poets. Perhaps contemplate 

a swim here as Byron once did. 

florence 

Day 4: Porto Venere to ViareGGio (anD florence) 


Make an early departure from Porto Venere as you don’t want to be rushed 

later when viewing some of the world’s greatest works of art. Though Viareggio 

is in itself a beautiful Renaissance town it makes a perfect gateway into the 

Tuscan interior and, most importantly, Florence. Your captain will organize 

a car to meet the yacht and whisk you through the Tuscan countryside to 

Florence, which is about a two hour journey. Alternatively, a helicopter transfer 




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walK tHe cinQue terre 

Despite the fact that cars are banned from most of the Cinque Terre, 

undoubtedly the finest way to see these five villages, as well as the 

coast that links them, is by foot. The Sentiero Azzurro path runs 

through each village and in between it winds through some spectacular, 

gravity-defying olive groves and vineyards, along cliff tops and down to 

empty beaches. The walk from the most northerly village of Monterosso 

al Mare to the most southerly, Riomaggiore, takes a leisurely five hours, 

but many prefer to extend this by stopping at the occasional restaurant 

or beach. Should this not be your scene, however, ask your crew to ferry 

you ashore to one of the villages, such as Monterosso al Mare, where 

you can sample the famous local white wine before strolling to the next, 

Vernazza, the most photogenic of the five with its 11th century castle 

and Roman remains. 

from Pisa can be arranged so you can see the iconic leaning tower on the way. 

Florence stands as testament to some of the world’s greatest works of art and 

architecture; it is a living museum of the Renaissance that is simply not to be 

missed. Although it would take a whole week to see all of Florence’s attractions, 

below we have included the city’s finest so you can be sure to eat well and be 

enlightened while you are there.

CRUISING ITINERARY dAY 4 


muSeo Galileo 

VIP contact: Paulo Galluzzi 

Phone: +39 05 526 5311 

Email: p.galluzzi@museogalileo.it / info@museogalileo.it 

Address: Istituto e Museo di Storia della Scienza, Piazza dei Giudici 1, Florence 

Website: www.museogalileo.it 

In 2010 the Institute and Museum of the History of Science was 

revamped and renamed the Museo Galileo. Dedicated to the father of 

modern science, Galileo Galilei, the museum houses over a thousand 

instruments and devices, including the telescope Galileo used to find 

Jupiter’s moon. Alongside the impressive scientific collections from the 

Medici and Lorraine families, look out for Galileo’s mummified middle 

finger. Missing for decades, this legendary digit turned up at an auction 

in 2009 mounted on a marble base. 

WHERE To dINE IN floRENCE 

muSeo Galileo 

enoteca PincHiorri 

VIP contact: Alessandro Giani, Maître d’ 

Phone: +39 05 524 2757 

Email: ristorante@enotecapinchiorri.com 

Address: Via Ghibellina 87, Florence 

Website: www.enotecapinchiorri.com 

Cuisine: French with Italian fusion 

Style / Ambiance: Enoteca Pinchiorri is not merely somewhere to 

dine, it is a destination in itself, and one of a class of ‘destinationrestaurants’ 

awarded the highest triple Michelin star award. The 

attraction that head chef Annie Féolde and sommelier Giorgio 

Pinchiorri have created is threefold. First there is the French and 

Tuscan inspired gastronomy. Féolde’s philosophy is to prepare one 

ingredient in many different ways, for example, the pigeon: its legs are 

candied in duck fats, and, in contrast, the breast simply grilled and 

marinated in wine and sugar. The second attraction is the 120,000bottle 

wine cellar; sommelier Pinchiorri cunningly matches wines to 

even the most sophisticated gastronomy and creates unforgettable 

combinations. And finally, the restaurant itself, with its parquet 

floors, pink marble chimney, antique furniture and courtyard, makes a 

stunning statement just minutes from Piazza della Signoria. 




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uffiZi 

VIP contact: Dr Cristina Acidini 

Phone: +39 05 5238 8651 

Email: segreteria@polomuseale.firenze.it 

Address: Piazzale degli Uffizi, Florence 

Website: www.uffizi.firenze.it 

The Uffizi is Florence’s most iconic and famous gallery and, on top of that, one 

the oldest and most influential. The building alone is spectacular: designed by 

architect and painter Vasari and completed in 1581, it is juxtaposed in between the 

Palazzo Vecchio and the Arno River. Inside its great walls are some of Europe’s, 

and indeed the world’s, greatest works of art from the 13th to 18th centuries, 

including Botticelli’s stunning Birth of Venus, Leonardo da Vinci’s the Adoration of 

the Magi and Caravaggio’s Medusa. The walls of Bernardo Buontalenti’s octagonal 

Tribuna room are decorated with impressive floor-to-ceiling Renaissance 

paintings from the Medici collection. The Vasari corridor, commissioned by the 

Grand Duke Cosimo I de’ Medici in 1564, houses the Uffizi’s dazzling selection of 

self-portraits. During the summer waiting times for the Uffizi can be up to four 

hours, to avoid the long queues contact Dr Cristina Acidini to arrange private 

guided tours and viewings, as well as conferences and gala dinners if desired. 

WHERE To dINE IN vIAREGGIo 

il Piccolo PrinciPe 

VIP contact: Alessandro Augier, General Manager of the 

Grand Hotel Principe di Piemonte 

Phone: +39 0584 4011 

Email: ristorante@principedipiemonte.com 

Address: Grand Hotel Principe di Piemonte, Piazza Puccini, 1, Viareggio 

Website: www.principedipiemonte.com 

Cuisine: Modern Tuscan 

Style / Ambiance: There are few places more suited to serving Michelinstarred 

cuisine than atop one of Viareggio’s most majestic buildings: the Grand 

Hotel Principe di Piemonte. Il Piccolo Principe’s place on the fifth floor of this 

magnificent hotel is a special setting; the poolside terrace and roof garden is the 

place to sit during a cool summer evening and where you can take in the fabulous 

views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The cuisine is what they call ‘researched’, by which 

they mean a heavily updated and innovative stance on traditional Tuscan recipes. 

Two tasting menus, one for meat and one for fish, provide exotic samples of this 

‘researched’ cuisine and are matched with wines from the hotel’s renowned celler. 

il Piccolo PrinciPe roof terrace


Day 5: ViareGGio to elBa 

60 nautical mileS (oVerniGHt) 

An overnight passage takes you 60 nautical miles south of the Italian Riviera and the mainland to join the 

leisurely pace of the Tuscan Archipelago. Awake on your fifth morning in Elba, the Archipelago’s largest 

island, which is famed for its role in Napoleon’s exile. Elba was chosen to house Napoleon because of 

its remoteness and dwindling population, which made it a perfect exile haven. Today little has changed, 

but instead of forced abdication, those who now make their way to Elba do so out of choice, yearning its 

infinite empty beaches and coves, its quiet interior and ancient hill towns. The main town of Portoferraio 

is Elba’s capital, yet it is far from a metropolis and thus its old port is an attractive and quiet place to 

moor your yacht. But should you seek an empty bay or cove to claim for yourself, there are plenty on the 

north, east and south coasts in which you can drop anchor. The expanses of open water here are perfect 

for motorized watersports, such as jet skiing, waterskiing and wakeboarding, while under the surface 

there is an enormous diversity of sea life and coral gorgonie waiting to be explored by divers. Alternatively 

take kayaks along the rocky coast or explore the inland trails with a mountain bike – and for the less 

energetic, there is always an opportunity to relax on deck, sunbathe and swim. 

Day 6: elBa to Punta ala 


Punta Ala is a familiar name to the Mediterranean yachting circuit. The 

marina attracts superyachts all year round and Yacht Club Punta Ala 

is well known for hosting regattas, even America’s Cup challenges. 

But for those who are seeking refuge from yachting, La Badiola Estate 

can provide the perfect rural sanctuary just a short distance away in 

South Tuscany’s beautiful rolling countryside. The story of Tenuta La 

Badiolia began with Leopold II of Lorraine the grand duke of Tuscany 

and today lies with the Moretti family and restaurateur Alain Ducasse, a 

combination that has preserved the beauty of the original estate with a 

modern spa, award-winning restaurant and top hotel. 


eSPa l’anDana 

ESPA Supervisor: Elisa Silvestri 

Phone: +39 05 6494 4800 

Email: espa@andana.it 

Address: ESPA L’Andana, Tenuta La Badiola, Località Badiola, Castiglione della 

Pescaia, Grosseto 

Website: www.andana.it 

Treatment & facilities: In addition to the other goings on at the Badiola Estate, 

the L’Andana hotel has set up a spa under the agreement of ESPA, a spa brand 

that is widely regarded to be the finest in the world. When visiting an ESPA spa 

you can be assured of receiving only the finest treatment and experiencing 

entirely natural products made with ethics and the environment very much in 

mind. ESPA at L’Andana is no exception as it uses local minerals collected from 

the sea and water from natural springs, but this spa is particularly special in that 

its collaboration with an Alain Ducasse restaurant allows it to offer the concept of 

Gourmand Spa – a genius idea where treatments go hand in hand with taste. 

Signature Treatment: The Gourmand Spa concept combines treatments with 

various deserts and herbal teas. After being marinated in essential oils and 

seasoned with sage, marjoram, thyme, basil or lavender, you can delight in a 

variety of themed dishes. Try, for example, the fine lavender tart, which is made 

to be in harmony with the holistic face, back and scalp massage with hot stones. 

WHERE To dINE 



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forno BeacH, elBa 

trattoria toScana 

Phone: +39 05 6494 4322 

Email: ristorante@andana.it 

Address: La Trattoria Toscana, Tenuta La Badiola, Località Badiola, 

Castiglione della Pescaia, Grosseto 

Website: www.trattoria-toscana.it 

Style / Ambiance: Surprisingly Alain Ducasse, one of the most awarded 

restaurateurs in the world, did not have a restaurant in Italy until 2005 

when he opened Trattoria Toscana. Two years later it was awarded a 

Michelin star and under the watchful eye of Chef Christophe Martin 

the restaurant is sure to receive many more awards in time to come. 

Martin is well versed in Ducasse’s philosophy of authenticity, simplicity 

and seasonality, having trained at the well-awarded Le Louis XV – Alain 

Ducasse in Monaco. These three philosophies apply suitably to Trattoria 

Toscana’s position in Southern Tuscany – where one cannot avoid the 

abundance of local produce and culinary traditions. The setting of the 

restaurant follows these principles; it is located in an ancient granary 

and furnished simply with exposed wooden beams, brickwork and an 

open fireplace. 

trattoria toScana


Day 7: Punta ala to GiGlio 


The stunning island of Giglio bears much resemblance to its bigger 

sister Elba, but is much smaller in size and attracts fewer crowds, 

which makes it even more appealing to those who want somewhere to 

themselves. With 17 miles of coast and only two coastal towns there 

are many beaches, coves and bays that are only accessible by boat, 

such as Cala Galdana and Cala degli Alberi. But don’t be confined 

entirely to the coast: a short distance inland from Porto Giglio, through 

the rugged granite and pine-wooded interior, lays the main town of 

Giglio Castello. This medieval town is perched defensively on the top 

of a hill with fortifications surrounding charming cobbled streets and 

winding alleys packed with seafood restaurants. Although diners might 

want to be careful of Ansonaco (the local fortified wine). 

Day 8: GiGlio to Porto ercole 


Argentario was a former member of the Tuscan Archipelago until silt 

deposits reclassified it as a peninsula. Nevertheless, it contains all 

the defining features of a Tuscan island with perfect beaches, clear 

waters and a rugged interior. It is a popular destination for stylish 

Romans and Tuscans who flock either to Porto Santo Stefano on the 

north coast or Porto Ercole on the south. Both are lively and attractive 

harbor towns with a wide range of bars and restaurants on offer to 

those who dock their boats there. 


PellicluB 

Pelliclub Manager: Sandra Niccolini 

Phone: +39 05 6485 8276 

Email: pelliclub@pellicanohotel.com 

Address: Il Pellicano Hotel, Località Sbarcatello, Porto Ercole, Grosseto 

Website: www.pellicanohotel.com 

Treatment & facilities: If you feel the need for further relaxation at the 

end of the cruise, or want to fit in some beauty treatments before going to 

Rome, then the Pellicano Hotel’s Pelliclub offers a huge menu of facials, 

special men’s treatments, body care and massages, as well as longer 

and more intense treatments. The facilities at Pelliclub are outstanding, 

the Roman steam bath is built from the famous Italian Bisazza gold and 

marble square tiles, while the Beauty Parlor is designed to resemble a 

1950s beach house. 

Signature Treatment: The Beauty Day treatment lasts four hours and 

includes a bio-regenerating facial, eye area treatment, body peeling and a 

full body massage. 

Day 9: DePart to rome 

Rome lies approximately a one hour drive away from Porto Ercole, 

but leaving the Tyrrhenian Sea and disembarking your yacht does not 

necessarily mark the end of the holiday. With the temptation of riveting 

history and ruins, why not stay on in Rome and explore one of the world’s 

WHERE To dINE 



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GiGlio’S emPty coaSt line 

il Pellicano 

Phone: +39 05 6485 8275 

Email: restaurant@pellicanohotel.com 



Style / Ambiance: As one of Tuscany’s best restaurants, Il Pellicano not 

only serves up two-Michelin-star cuisine, it also showcases some of the 

region’s finest produce. The menu is constantly rewritten by Chef Antonio 

Guida according to the best daily catches, finest meats and organic and 

seasonal vegetables, and even the finest extra virgin olive oil. As with 

most of Tuscany’s seaside restaurants, the emphasis at Il Pellicano is 

seafood, but the tasting menu, Calamandino, offers seafood dining like 

no other. Here you can sample lobster, calamari crab and John Dory, 

cooked in Guida’s exotic fashion, in one spectacular sitting. Dining on 

such sumptuous food overlooking the sea from Il Pellicano’s terrace will 

certainly provide a fitting conclusion to the past eight days. 

il Pellicano 

most important capitals? From the Roman Empire to the Renaissance, 

Rome has many unmissable sights. See Elite Traveler’s Rome 

Destination Guide for further information on where to stay, where to dine 

and what to do in Italy’s remarkable capital.

the yachts 

Choose from our stunning selection of yachts available this summer on the Italian Riviera and Tuscan Archipelago 

Aime SeA 

AnjiliS 

length | 161ft (49.08m) 

number of guests | 11 

number of staterooms | 5 

Builder | Trinity Yachts 

Year of construction | 2009 

Cruising speed | 18 knots 

Weekly rate | $235,000 

Sophisticated and contemporary, Anjilis features 

Art Deco inspired architectural elements including 

exotic woods, custom parquetry and stone inlays to 

stunning effect. The spacious deck areas, main deck 

bar and state-of-the-art entertainment system, 

make her an ideal yacht for entertaining in style. 

Leisure and recreation: 21ft Novurania Custom Line 

650 with 190hp and 34ft Intrepid with Twin 250hp 

tenders; 2 x diving equipment, fishing gear, bicycles, 

treadmill, dumbells and folding exercise bench. 

8-person Jacuzzi, Quantum Zero-Speed stabilizers. 

Contact: Anne Sterringa 

Phone: +34 619 05 09 78 

Email: asterringa@camperandnicholsons.com 

Website: www.camperandnicholsons.com 

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Aime SeA 

length | 115ft (35.1m) 



Builder | Alloy Yachts 

Year of construction/refit | 1994/2011 


Draft | 12ft (3.7m) 


Aime Sea is flooded with natural light and finished 

in ‘tiger-maple’ with pale leather deckheads. 

Acres of teak and automatic sailing systems result 

in plenty of uncluttered deck space, while the 

transom opens to a large range of water toys. 

Leisure and recreation: 4’(4.26m) 60hp Novurania 

tender, 2 kayaks (1 double, 1 single), 1 x 

paddleboard, 2 x kitesurfers, 2 x SeaDoos, 2 sets 

of waterskis, kneeboard, wakeboard, snorkeling 

gear, 2 fishing rods with Penn reels, compressor 

and 4 tanks (rendezvous diving only), wetsuits. 

Contact: Sandra Atriach 

Phone: +34 971 403 311 

Email: sartiach@camperandnicholsons.com 


AnjiliS

the yachts 

hAnA 

length | 141ft (43m) 



Builder | Benetti 




Hana’s large windows pour natural light into 

her modern interior. The luxurious staterooms 

include a master cabin with a private balcony. 

Leisure and recreation: 1 x tender (5.5m), splash 

guards, bimini top and teak decking, and 3.5m 

tender with 25hp outboard engine. 1300cc 

Kawasaki 2 seater WaveRunner, 800cc Kawasaki 

stand-up jetski, waterskis, wakeboards, towable 

toys etc. Segway, SEABOB, Technogym equipment 

in LD gym, personal Kinesis Eritage cross trainer 

and Run Forma. 

Contact: Sussie Kidd 

Phone: +33 4 92 91 29 12 

Email: skidd@camperandnicholsons.com 


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lAzY z 

length | 169ft (51.4m) 



Builder | Oceano 




hAnA 

The yacht comes with a range of amenities and 

luxurious staterooms. More than 2,500 DVDs can 

be enjoyed in every stateroom, salon area, the 

cinema or even in the Jacuzzi. 

Leisure and recreation: 2 x tenders, 3-person jet 

skis, waterskiing gear, wakeboards, kneeboards, 

wake-skates, wake-surfers, slalom, trick-skis, 

underwater scooters, 2 x beach tents, towable 

ski biscuit and banana, snorkeling & fishing gear, 

compressor & scuba gear, water slide, inflatable 

wakeboard rail slide/fun box and waterski jump, 

fully equipped gym, massage room. 

Contact: Tandy Demarchelier 

Phone: +33 4 92 91 29 12 

Email: tdemarchelier@camperandnicholsons.com 

Website: www.camperandnicholsons.com

the yachts 

mOOnliGhT ii 

length | 280ft (85.5m) 



Builder | neorion 


Cruising speed | 12.5 knots 

Weekly rate | $1,030,000 

At 280 feet, with five decks, 30 crew and accommodation for 36 guests Moonlight II is not only one 

of the largest yachts available to charter, she is in a charter league of her own. Those who charter 

Moonlight II will be able to host the most unforgettable floating parties, as well being able to get 

away from it all since the yacht has a range of over 5,000 nautical miles and is capable of crossing 

the Atlantic, navigating the Panama Canal and reaching the US and Mexico coastlines. Moonlight II 

has everything a guest could need including 18 en-suite staterooms, a enormous dining room with 

seating for 36, a helipad, cinema and business center. The entire lower deck is dedicated to health 

and beauty with a sauna lounge, steam room, gymnasium, hair salon and medical facility. 

Leisure and recreation: 2 x Super Sailor 695 tenders, 1 x Mostro RIB, 2 x semi-enclosed lifeboats, 

4 x Yamaha XL700 jet skis, Laser sailing dingy, water skis, kayak, windsurfer, wakeboard, multiple 

towable inflatable ‘toys’ and fishing equipment. Scuba diving equipment is provided for 15 adults 

and 5 children and includes all BCDs, tanks and compressors, as well as a waterproof camera 

with two underwater strobes and 4 x Pro Dive Scuba Scooters. Gym equipment includes 2 x 

treadmills, 2 x elliptical cross trainers, 1 x recumbent bike, 1 x upright bike, 1 x dual adjustable 

pulley, 1 x vertical dumbbell rack and a multi-adjustable bench. 

Contact: Edmiston & Company 

Phone: +377 9330 5444 

Email: cayachts@edmiston.com 

Website: www.edmistoncompany.com 



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ApOiSe 

ApOiSe 




Builder | lürssen Yachts 


Speed | 14 knots 

Weekly rate | $587,000/$669,000 (july, August) 

The world-renowned Lürssen yard was commissioned to build Apoise by Dave 

Ritchie, the Australian co-founder of Ritchie Bros auctioneers, his intention 

was to sail the world for two years on this specially designed superyacht. Two 

years became three and Apoise was then sold to a new owner who had her 

refitted to enter the luxury charter market. Apoise has been in demand as a 

charter yacht ever since. Generous deck areas accommodate a swimming 

pool, while entertaining space includes a unique sports bar, theater and grand 

saloon. The 1,400 square foot (130 square meter) master cabin gives the feel 

of a luxury hotel suite with its marble and mahoganyen-suite bathroom. Five 

further guest suites all have king size beds and en-suite bathrooms. The refit 

was purely cosmetic, with a view to improving the cohesiveness, luxury and 

aesthetic of the yacht to make her fit for five star charter luxury. 

Leisure and recreation: 26 foot (8 meter) Denship tender, 24 foot (7.3 meter) 

Novurania, 16 foot (5 meter) crew Novurania, 14 foot (4.2 meter) rescue 

tender, Zodiac light inflatable, 2 x kayaks, full water park of inflatable water 

toys, scuba and snorkeling equipment, 2 x stand-up and 2 x seated jet skis, 

2 x sailing dinghies and 10 bikes. 

Contact: Annemarie Gathercole, International Yacht Register 

Phone: +377 9797 8027 

Email: annemarie.gathercole@iyr.net 

Website: www.iyr.net 

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lA mirAGe 

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Builder | Ameis holland BV 



Weekly rate | $322,500/$371,500 (high season) 

La Mirage’s charter requirements have been meticulously planned: 

12 guests are comfortably accommodated in six en-suite rooms and with 

a crew ratio of 1-to-1 they can also expect impeccable service. The large 

saloon greets guests stepping onboard and is immediately impressive; 

also on the main deck is the master suite with adjoining office and walk-in 

wardrobe. A further two double suites, one twin and one pullman are all 

en-suite. La Mirage contains a wider range of water sports facilities than 

most yachts of her size, but for those wanting to relax, a Jacuzzi fringed 

with sun loungers is tailor made for that very purpose. 

Leisure and recreation: 20 foot (5.8 meter) Nautica tender with 190hp, 

18 foot (5.5 meter) Nautica tender with 150hp, 3 x SeaDoo (3 person) jet 

skis, 2 x SeaDoo (2 person) Jet skis, 1 x SeaBob Cayago underwater jet 

scooter, waterskis, wakeboards and other towable ‘toys’. 

Contact: Lesley Excoffon – Burgess Monaco 

Phone: +377 9797 8121 

Email: monaco@burgessyachts.com 

Website: www.burgessyachts.com

the yachts 

kATYA 




Builder | Delta marine 


Cruising speed | 12.5 knots 


Since Katya’s launch in 2009, the highly experienced Captain Don Edwards 

and his nine crew members have provided a warm welcome to selected 

charterers. The interiors are equally as welcoming: rich woods and warm 

colors create the feel of a family home, exactly the appeal designer Jean- 

Claude Canestrelli wanted to create. Guests feel immediately relaxed in five 

staterooms (4 x double and 1 x twin), while generous decks boast a Jacuzzi 

and plenty of space for alfresco dining. At 46 meters Katya is perfectly 

proportioned; not too large for exploring, nor too ostentatious, she is 

graciously sized for any destination. 

Leisure and recreation: 20 foot (5.8 meter) Nautica Jet RIB with 260hp,14 foot 

(4.3 meter) Nautica Jet RIB with 140hp, 2 x 3 person SeaDoo jet skis (155hp), 

2 x kayaks, waterskis (including sets for children), 2 x wakeboards, inflatable 

banana and other towable toys and snorkeling equipment. 

Contact: John Cichanowicz – Burgess Miami 

Phone: +1 305 672 0150 

Email: miami@burgessyachts.com 

Website: www.burgessyachts.com 



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the yachts 

CheekY TiGer 


number of guests | 8 to 10 


Builder | leopard 




A high cruising speed is a tremendous asset on a superyacht since it means 

less time spent at sea and more time at each location. Cheeky Tiger’s cruising 

speed of 34 knots allows this complete flexibility without compromising on 

luxury or looks. The interior underwent a complete refit in 2008 and now 

boasts two double suites, two twins and one convertible ‘media’ room that can 

be converted into a fifth bedroom. The abundance of outside space lends itself 

wonderfully to sunbathing and alfresco dining, while those seeking a more 

holistic experience can unwind with the help of an onboard masseuse and 

yoga instructor. 

Leisure and recreation: 28 foot (8.6 meter) chase boat, jet ski, diving 

equipment, wakeboard, waterskis and other towable inflatable ‘toys’. 

Contact: YCO 

Phone: +377 9350 1212 

Email: charter@ycoyacht.com 

Website: www.ycoyacht.com 



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ruff One 




Builder | Sunseeker 



Weekly rate | $43,000/$49,000 

Ruff One, having been refitted in 2006, retains 

the elegance and style that is native to all 

Sunseekers, but has been reconfigured to 

maximize chartering luxury. The sundeck is a 

striking combination of teak and stark whites, 

offering large sunpads and a generous space 

for both formal and informal dining. Inside, the 

saloon and reception areas are both decorated 

in neutral and elegant accents, as are the two 

double and one single stateromms. 

Leisure and recreation: 1x tender, 2 x inflatable 

kayaks, 1 x donut, wakeboard and limited 

diving equipment. 

Contact: YCO 

Phone: +377 9350 1212 



ruff One

the yachts 

eThereAl 


number of guests | 10 to 12 


Builder | royal huisman 




Although sailing yachts are, by definition, more eco-friendly than their motor counterparts, Ethereal was 

conceived to be the ultimate in green design. Her groundbreaking technology creates minimal impact on 

the water she passes through and electric power not only adds to her credentials but also makes the whole 

cruising process much quieter. Eco credentials aside, in a fair wind there is no greater feeling than to hoist 

Ethereal’s gargantuan sails and admire her pace. On deck, there are ample relaxation areas in which to 

sunbathe or entertain, including a Bedouin tent that can be hoisted on the foredeck to accommodate a 

massage area, gym or merely somewhere to relax in the shade. The deckhouse includes a large dining 

and entertainment area equipped with a bar; perfect for enjoying alfresco dining while protected from 

the elements. The interior is stocked full with technology such as the photochromic windows that darken 

automatically to block UV radiation, a television linked to an underwater camera on the yacht’s keel, and a 

cinema area with adjoining music room. The dining table seats 10 and converts to a games table, and there 

is a separate library, five en-suite guest rooms and a further private office that can also be prepared as an 

additional double stateroom, all luxuriously furnished by the famed Royal Huisman craftsmanship. 

Leisure and recreation: 2 x tenders, 2 x Zuma sailing dinghies, sea kayaks, windsurfing gear, snorkeling 

equipment, waterskis, wakeboards and other towables. 

Contact: YCO 

Phone: +377 9350 1212 





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DArk ShADOW 

COCkpiT AnD SunBAThinG AreA 

DArk ShADOW 

length | 100ft (30.5m) 



Builder | Wally Shipyards 






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Dark Shadow is a 100 foot (30 meter) sloop designed according to Wally Yacht’s 

iconic principles of modern design. Her black hull, towering black mast and 

dark sails give her a truly iconic profile. The interior is equally exotic with its 

neat black and white color scheme of black carbon fiber surfaces and white 

cabinetry. The owner’s cabin is forward and the two twin cabins are aft of the 

main saloon. All have en-suite bathrooms in which even the shower and tub are 

carbon fiber. What is particularly impressive about Dark Shadow is that, despite 

her vast rig and sail area, she can be sailed single-handedly thanks to modern 

sailing technology and a clever deck design. The main cockpit and sunbathing 

area over the deckhouse are separated from the helm and winches, allowing 

guests to enjoy the pleasure of sailing without being hindered by ropes or crew. 

Leisure and recreation: Wally Tender 

Contact: Franco Mercatelli, Wally Charter 

Phone: +377 93 100 093 

Email: f.mercatelli@wally.com 

Website: www.wally.com

Where to stay 

Whether a sumptuous bed, a spectacular view or service beyond compare – choose from our stunning selection 

The Grand hoTel ImperIale 

VIP contact: Grand Hotel Imperiale – 

Front office – Reservation Department 

Phone: +39 05 847 8271 

Email: info@grandhotelimperiale.it 

Address: Via Mazzini, 20 Forte dei Marmi, Italy 

Website: www.grandhotelimperiale.it 

Inimitable, effortless Italian style is the priority of this five-star hotel, which 

enjoys a privileged location in an exclusive beach resort favored by the likes of 

Giorgio Armani and Andrea Bocelli. 

Luxury, exclusivity and serious style—what else would you expect of the Tuscan 

coast? The five-star luxury Grand Hotel Imperiale has all this in spades. 

World renowned for its comfortable surroundings, the hotel welcomes its guests 

to exclusive rooms that offer elegant intimacy, where impeccable care is devoted 

to every detail. 

Beautifully located just 380 yards from its own beach, the Grand Hotel Imperiale 

has everything you need for an impossibly chic beach break. The hotel’s Minerva 

beach has 38 covered sun areas available for guests, each with luxury fivestar 

facilities including two sun beds, two deckchairs, a sun chaise, table and 

sponge-tidy. Guests may eat breakfast and lunch in one of the area’s exclusive 

restaurants or have it served by the hostess in their own sun area. 

As if the exclusive beach wasn’t enough, Grand Hotel Imperiale dresses 

to impress yet again with Medical SPA Imperiale. Deservedly calling itself 

“the most exclusive of medical spas”, the spa prides itself on its tried- 



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and-tested formulas to soothe body and mind. Specialist diet therapy and 

nutritional diagnosis, ear reflexology, stress profiling, specialist dermatologist 

consultations, hydrotherapy, phytotherapy, massage, body treatments, oriental 

treatments, Ayurveda and facial treatments are all on offer. 

Location: In Forte dei Marmi, the luxury capital of the Versilia, on Italy’s 

renowned Tuscan coast. 

We love… 

• Minerva Beach 

As well as the exclusive sun areas, there is an indoor restaurant and a pizzeria 

with a stone oven and a mouth-watering selection of pizza and focaccia bread. 

Mondo Bimbo offers fun for children, the nursery caters for children aged three 

to twelve, and there’s an exclusive pool and games area available for use by 

younger guests. 

• Restaurant Olivo d’Oro 

Using fresh, seasonal produce, the Restaurant Olivo d’Oro serves mouthwatering 

Mediterranean cuisine complemented by an extensive wine list made 

up of the best vintages from around the world. 

• Need to know… 

You don’t have to be a beach lover to enjoy Forte dei Marmi. Why not take a day 

trip into the mountains of Versilia and explore the marble caves? 

• Why go? 

For the beautiful beach location, inimitable Italian style and world-class culture 

of the nearby cities, including tourist hotspots Pisa, Florence and Lucca.

Where to stay 

la Terrazza reSTaUranT 

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hoTel SplendIdo 

VIP contact: Ermes De Megni, General Manager 

Phone: +39 01 8526 7801 

Email: reservations@splendido.net 

Address: Hotel Splendido, Salita Baratta, 16, Portofino 


It was the legend of Hotel Splendido that first started attracting elite travelers 

to Portofino. The name has been thrown around by such people as Edward, 

Duke of Windsor; Sir Winston Churchill; Elizabeth Taylor; Richard Burton; 

and Franklin Roosevelt Jr. But legend alone has not kept the hotel’s regulars 

coming back again and again, its position above the bay of Portofino offers 

the finest views from its suites, pools, restaurants and stunning gardens 

– there are few other places where can you swim, dine or stroll to such an 

unforgettable backdrop. For a unique experience take a sunset cruise on 

one of the hotel’s private speed boats where you can sip champagne as the 

Ligurian coast zips past. 

Top SUITe 

preSIdenTIal SUITe 

� Square footage: 750 � Nightly rate: $6,500 

Why we love it: The views from this suite’s four magnificent terraces are 

what make the Presidential Suite truly special. To have dinner laid out on 

one of the terraces with a view of Portofino’s cove is an experience fit for any 

romantic. Normally this suite comes with one master bedroom in addition 

to a sitting room and large bathroom, but on request a junior suite can be 

connected giving extra space to those who need it.

Where to stay 

Il pellICano 

VIP contact: Francesca Tozzi, General Manager 

Phone: +39 05 6485 8111 

Email: reservations@pellicanohotels.com 



From the outside Il Pellicano is merely a collection of cottages and suites 

set in olive groves that stretch down to the rocky Mediterranean coastline. 

But these cottages, some previously owned by the Queen of Denmark and 

Charlie Chaplin, are far from generic as they are part of one of Italy’s most 

elegant hotels. Stylish clientele include Missoni, Battaglia, Pucci, Fendi, 

Niarcho and Vladimir Restoin-Roitfeld, as well as a collection of other 

well-connected and well-traveled guests. The elegance of Il Pellicano is 

unavoidable in the beautifully furnished cottages, the newly built Pelliclub 

Spa, the two-Michelin-starred restaurant and the visiting antique speed 

boats. Such is the legend of Il Pellicano that a new photographic book 

named after the hotel has been released featuring entries from celebrated 

photographers such as Slim Aarons, John Swope and Juergen Teller. 

Top SUITe 

maSTer de lUXe pool SUITe 

� Square footage: 970 � Nightly rate: $1,830 / $2,700 (high season) 

Why we love it: Il Pellicano’s most exclusive suite is situated in its 

own private villa set away from the hotel with, as the name suggests, 

its very own pool. In traditional Tuscan style the master bedroom, 

guest bedroom and spacious living room have hand crafted furniture, 

exposed beams and open fireplaces. Outside the pavements and 

terraces, which are carved out of Tuscan stone, afford stunning views 

of the Tyrrhenian coast. Staying in the Master de Luxe Pool Suite is 

to have the best of both worlds, the villa gives complete privacy and 

exclusivity yet it is only a short stroll away from the hotel’s Pelliclub 

spa and the award wining Il Pellicano restaurant. 

Il pelICano 

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l’andana 

VIP contact: Mauro Zanotti, General Manager 

Phone: +39 0564 944 800 

Email: info@andana.it 

Address: Tenuta La Badiola, Località Badiola, Castiglione della Pescaia, Grosseto 

Website: www.andana.it 

Hidden away on the beautiful Badiola Estate the renowned restaurateur, 

Alain Ducasse, has created this remarkable hotel in the former summer 

residence of Grand Duke Leopold II. As soon as you come up the Cyprus 

lined driveway towards L’Andana and glance across the views of the 

Tyrrhenian Sea, the islands of Elba and Giglio, you know you are somewhere 

very special. Ducasse’s passion is food, and at L’Andana this passion is 

certainly evident; wine lovers will love Tenuta La Badiola, the estate’s winery 

and Petra, the prestigious wine cellar. Cooking courses are held in the 

Michelin starred Trattoria Toscana restaurant and the ESPA branded hotel 

spa offers a Gourmand Spa concept that combines treatments with themed 

culinary delights. In the seven years it has been open L’Andana has already 

hosted a list of celebrity guests that include Robert DiNero, Monica Belucci 

and Queen Rania of Jordan. 

Top SUITe 

preSTIGe SUITe 

� Square footage: 860 � Nightly rate: $1,800 

Why we love it: This beautifully furnished Prestige Suite provides a 

complete home away from home. A spacious living area with fine fabrics, 

comfy sofas and chaise-lounges flows through to a bedroom with views 

of the hotel’s romantic private chapel and the Mediterranean. In this 

suite there are two bathrooms, both with brilliant views of vineyards, and 

enormous tubs fit for true relaxation.

Where to stay 

hoTel haSSler 

VIP contact: Roberto E Wirth, Managing Director 

Phone: +39 06 699 340 

Email: booking@hotelhassler.it 

Address: 6, Piazza Trinità dei Monti, Rome 

Website: www.hotelhasslerroma.com 

The Hotel Hassler is a grand sight at the top of the 270-year-old Spanish 

Steps, offering a truly VIP experience of the Eternal City. The 95 bespokedesign 

rooms and suites are full of character and style, with art and 

antique furnishings setting the mood and state-of-the-art modern 

conveniences giving a contemporary feel. Facilities for leisure are in 

abundance and include a dedicated spa and fitness center, for up-to-theminute 

relaxation bliss, and Michelin-starred rooftop dining, which offers 

breathtaking views of the city. 

Top SUITe 

penThoUSe SUITe 

� Square footage: 990 (as well as a 1,614 square foot private terrace) 

� Nightly rate: $4,130 (low season) to $5,230 (high season) 

Why we love it: This unique penthouse suite offers every convenience 

and comfort for state-of-the-art luxury living. It includes top 

entertainment and business facilities, a luxurious Jacuzzi and a private 

bar stocked with the best Italian wines. However, the real stars of 

this decadent seventh-floor suite are its rare antiques and bespoke 

luxury furnishings: a 200-year-old writing desk, stunning original 

paintings from the Caravaggio and Tintoretto schools and hand-cut 

crystal chandeliers. The enormous private terrace allows for indulgent 

afternoon sunbathing with sublime views of the Spanish Steps and the 

city. The suite is currently being renovated to incorporate even more 

space and luxury, although its beautiful, much-loved features and 

facilities will remain. 

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The ST reGIS rome 

VIP contact: Vincenzo Falcone, General Manager 

Phone: +39 06 4 7091 

Email: vincenzo.falcone@stregis.com 

Address: 3, Via Vittorio Emanuele Orlando, Rome, 00185 

Website: www.stregisrome.com 

A stay at The St Regis Rome is a singularly opulent way to experience the 

city. Its 162 rooms and suites are individually appointed with breathtaking 

Regency and Empire splendor – including lavish gold, marble and dark wood 

finishes alongside rich silk and velvet textures, as well as luxurious antique 

beds, exquisite writing desks and abundantly-stocked minibars for guests’ 

indulgence and enjoyment. Fine dining, an eminently fashionable champagne 

bar and sumptuous private wine cellar – also available for functions – provide 

opportunities to wine and dine in pure style. When it’s time to head out and 

see the city, Rome’s most iconic locations and attractions are just a short, 

picturesque walk away. 

Top SUITe 

roYal SUITe 

� Square footage: 3,230 � Nightly rate: $19,670 

Why we love it: Popular with legendary figures, such as Richard Burton 

and Princess Grace of Monaco, this is a majestic suite dripping with 

regal splendor, from the opulent antique furnishings to the striking 

Pompeian mural on the dining room ceiling. Discerning guests will 

appreciate the suite’s host of elite facilities and services, from the 

complimentary welcome champagne, a discreet private entrance and 

attentive butler service, to his-and-hers walk-in closets, a piano, insuite 

check-in and the option to connect to a lavish twin room, for an 

even more spacious and luxurious stay.

featured events 

The Italian Riviera is far more laid back 

than its French counterpart, so don’t 

expect sea-fronted film festivals and grand 

GENOA INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW 

ANNUALLY IN OCTOBER 

Phone: +39 01 053 911 

Email: fierage@fiera.ge.it 

Website: www.genoaboatshow.com 

For anyone who is into their superyachts, 

this year’s 52nd Genoa International Boat 

Show is unmissable. For these eight days 

Genoa returns to its maritime roots and 

showcases some of Italy’s finest superyacht 

builders, such as Perini Navi and CRN. Italy 

is the biggest superyacht building nation and 

therefore the Genoa show is of high annual 

importance for the industry. This year two 

marinas will be devoted to displaying over 500 

boats for this floating show. 

INTERNATIONAL ROME FILM FESTIVAL 

ANNUALLY IN OCTOBER 

Phone: +39 06 4040 1900 

Email: info@romacinemafest.org 

Website: www.romacinemafest.it 

Despite being a relatively recent addition to the film calendar, the 

International Rome Film Festival has already become an important 

event in the world of film. It brings together cinema’s finest actors, 

directors, industry professionals and film lovers for a series of 

world class talks, discussions and international premieres across 

Rome. An event glittering with star power, past guests have included 

Robert de Niro, Meryl Streep, Martin Scorsese, Tim Burton, Spike 

Lee, Terry Gilliam, the Coen Brothers and Susan Sarandon. This is a 

truly exclusive and unmissable prospect for cinema lovers looking to 

appreciate the art of film with those who create it, but also for those in 

the mood for some Tinseltown glamour, celebrity and style. 

prix events. The Tuscan Archipelago, 

content with its remote seclusion, has 

even less going on. There are, however, 

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noteworthy annual events in the port of 

arrival, Genoa, the departure city of Rome 

and at your trip’s halfway point in Viareggio. 

GENOA INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW 

PUCCINI FESTIVAL 

JULY – AUGUST, ANNUALLY 

VIP contact: Alessandra Delle Fave 

Phone: +39 32 9904 5227 

Email: info@puccinifestival.it 

Address: Fondazione Festival Pucciniano, Via della Torbiere, 

Torre del Lago, Viareggio 

Website: www.puccinifestival.it 

Paying tribute to Lucca-born composer Giacomo Puccini, the Puccini Festival 

is held every summer in an open-air theater next to Puccini’s former home, 

Villa Mausoleum. Established in 1930, the festival now attracts 40,000 opera 

lovers each year, all keen to enjoy extraordinary productions of Puccini’s operas, 

including Madame Butterfly, La Bohème and Turandot. VIPs are offered a 

welcome drink in the guest garden and invited to meet the opera stars in their 

dressing rooms before the performance, and a special after-show dinner with 

the artists can be also arranged for elite guests.

Need to kNow MARINAS 

MARINA GENOVA AEROPORTO, GENOA 

Phone: +39 01 0601 3630 or +39 01 0614 3420 

Email: info@marinagenova.it 

Address: Marina Genova Aeroporto, Genoa 

Website: www.marinagenova.it 

Maximum length: 295ft (90m) 

Number of berths over 80ft (24m): 96 

Draft: 39ft (12m) 

As the name might suggest, Marina Genova 

Aeroporto is located next to Genoa’s airport 

and is therefore a popular option for those 

who want to simply transfer from plane to 

yacht with minimal hassle. The marina opened 

in 2007 with its own mini village, which offers 

many shops and restaurants in addition to 

all the services a yacht might need before 

embarking on a nine-day cruise. Furthermore, 

all the attractions of Genoa’s town center lie 

only a 20 minute car journey away. 

MARINA PORTO ANTICO 

Contact: Luciano Zerbone, Marina Manager 

Phone: +39 01 0247 0039 

Email: porto@marinaportoantico.it 

Address: Marina Porto Antico, 

28 Molo Ponte Morosini, Genoa 

Website: www.marinaportoantico.it 




Located near to Genoa’s old town, this 

picturesque marina has taken the best 

characteristics of the old dockyard and 

revamped them into a modern district that has 

been attracting a fine selection of boats since 

2000. Along with all modern marina facilities 

the highlights of Genoa are only a short walk 

or taxi away. 

MARINA MOLO VECCHIO 

Phone: +39 01 027 011 

Email: mmv@mmv.it 

Address: Marina Molo Vecchio, Calata Molo 

Vecchio, Modulo 3, Genoa 

Website: www.mmv.it 




As Marina Molo Vecchio is located in the oldest 

harbor area in Genoa right in the heart of the old 

town, staying here would suit those not wanting to 

miss out on the city’s great sights before departure. 

The immediate area surrounding the marina 

has recently been redeveloped and now includes 

numerous cafes, restaurants and shops. 

MARINA DI PORTOFINO 

Contact: Giancarlo Linaro 

Phone: +39 01 8526 9580 

Email: info@marinadiportofino.com 

Address: Marina di Portofino, Piazza Martiri 

dell’Olivetta 23/1, Portofino 

Website: www.marinadiportofino.com 



Draft: 15ft (4.5m) 

Portofino’s harbor is its premier attraction, so no 

excuse is needed to tie up in Marina di Portofino, 

arguably one of the most famous small harbors 

in the world. But because of this and with barely 

four spaces for superyachts it is advisable to 

book your slot very early. Alternatively, there is 

the nearby harbor of Santa Margherita Ligure 

that lies only a few miles away. 

PORTO DI VIAREGGIO 

Contact: Giovanni Canu 

Phone: +39 05 844 3931 

Email: viareggio@guardiacostiera.it 

Address: Porto di Viareggio, Viareggio 




Those who are into their superyachts will know 

Viareggio as the home of several of Europe’s 

top superyacht yards, including Perini Navi and 

Azimut-Benetti. You can therefore expect a fully 

equipped marina with every service available. 

This marina is the perfect base from which to 

travel inland to some of the more famous Tuscan 

towns, such as Lucca, Pisa or Florence. 



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MARINA DI PUNTA ALA 

Contact: Marco Corti, Marina Director 

Phone: +39 05 6492 2217 

Email: info@marinadipuntaala.com 

Address: Marina di Punta Ala, Castiglione della 

Pescaia, Punta Ala, Grosseto 

Website: www.marinadipuntaala.com 



Draft: 15ft (4.5m) 

The quiet marina of Punta Ala is home to a 

very active yacht club, Yacht Club Punta Ala, 

which hosts regattas throughout the year. While 

offshore waters are perfect for competitive 

sailing, the harbor is quiet and well sheltered 

with a northern entrance. The immediate 

coastline has been awarded a Blue Flag for 

its cleanliness, guaranteeing some of the 

Tyrrhenian’s cleanest water and finest beaches. 

MARINA DI PORTOFERRAIO 

Phone: +39 05 6594 4024 or +39 05 6591 4121 

Email: porto@marinadiportoferraio.it 

Address: Darsena Medicea Portoferraio, 

Cosimo de Medici, Calata Mazzini, Portoferraio 

Website: www.marinadiportoferraio.it 




The largest marina of the Tuscan Archipelago 

is amazingly subdued, even though it boasts 

all the standard marina facilities. It is located 

in the same ancient harbor that has previously 

hosted Greeks, Ligurians, Romans, Pisans 

and probably even Napoleon himself when he 

came to be exiled on the island. Moor your 

yacht at the ancient quay and watch the slow 

pace of life carry on around you. 

MARINA CALA GALERA 

Marina Director: Pietro Capitani 

Phone: +39 05 6483 3010 

Email: info@marinacalagalera.com 

Address: Marina Cala Galera, Porto Ercole 

Website: www.marinacalagalera.com 



Marina Cala Galera is a modern touristic port 

adjacent to the Porto Ercole’s own historic 

harbor. It has ample infrastructure to service 

superyachts and is perfect for excursions 

to other spots on the Argentario peninsula, 

including the popular Porto San Stefano and 

Il Pellicano Hotel, approximately 20 and 10 

minutes drive respectably.

Need to kNow private jet termiNals/ 

exclusive traNsport 

rome Ciampino airport 

private jet terminals 

Universal aviation italy 

Contact: Lorena Carraro, Managing Director 

Phone: +39 06 7949 4495 

Email: italy@universalaviation.aero 

Website: rome.universalaviation.aero 

Universal Aviation offers a 24-hour FBO service for private jets at Rome’s 

busy Ciampino Airport, with both practical services and luxury facilities 

for elite and executive travelers. A stylish VIP lounge provides space for 

relaxation and leisure while on-site caterers serve local and international 

gourmet cuisine. Experienced tour guides are available, and VIP protection 

and bodyguard services can be arranged. Clients can also benefit from 

Universal Aviation’s large international network of control centers and FBOs. 

sky serviCes 

Contact: Claudia Bisogno, Operations Manager 

Phone: +39 06 7934 0051; +39 06 9555 6087 

Email: lira@skyservices.it 

Website: www.skyservices.it 

Operating the largest network of FBO facilities in Italy, Sky Services’s 

FBO service is comprehensive and experienced. With such an expansive 

Italian network, Sky Services can also arrange all details of travel far from 

the airport. Their Rome branch, based at Ciampino Airport, the company 

takes care of all handling, fueling and maintenance needs, as well as 

providing car valet, porter and helicopter services, attentive staff trained to 

concierge standards, and elegant VIP leisure facilities that include wireless 

internet, satellite television and international gourmet cuisine. 

exClUsive transport 

lUxe oF italy 

Contact: Paola Rossi, Booking Area Manager 

Phone: +39 06 5227 9173 

Email: info@luxeofitaly.com 

Website: www.luxeofitaly.com 

Luxe of Italy offers a range of the most prestigious 

modern supercars for personal hire throughout 

Italy. The company has offices in Sardinia, Rome, 

Milan and Florence and where they do not have a 

base in Italy they will deliver a gleaming supercar 

to wherever you happen to be. Choose from a wide 

range of stylish Italian supercars, including the 

Lamborghini Gallardo LP, Maserati GranTurismo 

S, and the new Ferrari 458 Italia. More conservative 

options include the Bentley Continental GT and the 

Mercedes CLS amongst others. 

valloni Car serviCe 

Phone: +39 06 82 1560; +39 06 82 1531 

Email: info@vallonicarservice.it 

Administration Address: 402, Via Ugo Ojetti, 

Rome, 00137 

Website: www.vallonicarservice.it 

A Rome-based, 30-year veteran of the luxury 

transport scene, Valloni offers stylish, attentive 

car services. The company provides exceptional, 

multilingual drivers and offers a range of services 

from VIP airport transfers and guided tours 

to tailored executive travel for busy corporate 

clients. With a wealth of experience in catering 

to high-profile clients with unique requirements, 

Valloni also offers secure bodyguard services for 

elite visitors to Rome. 



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CHarter operators 

air one exeCUtive 

Contact: Fabrizio Liberatori, General Manager 

Phone: +39 06 790 909; +39 33 5811 6666 

Email: executive@aoexe.it 

Website: www.aironeexecutive.it 

An exclusive private jet charter company offering tailored executive 

travel in elegantly-appointed Cessna and Falcon jets, Air One Executive 

provides flight services both across Italy and internationally, all in 

sophisticated, private luxury. Business travelers in particular will 

appreciate the efficiency and attention to detail with which travel 

arrangements are handled, including the provision of chauffeur-driven 

airport transfers to ensure smooth and stylish travel at every stage of 

the journey. For those visiting Rome for pleasure, a range of indulgent 

luxury tours of the region are also available. 

Genoa airport 

private jet terminals 

aeroporto di Genova s.p.a 

Phone: +39 03 3512 91237 or +39 01 0601 5414 

Email: dutymanager@airport.genova.it 

Website: www.airport.genova.it 

Aeroporto di Genova provides complete handling of executive jets 

arriving at or departing from Genoa Airport. In addition to all aspects 

of ground handling, Aeroporto di Genova offers in-flight catering upon 

request and a newly-built VIP waiting lounge. Genoa airport is lies next 

to Marina Genova Aeroporto, allowing an effortless transfer to one of 

Genoa’s largest marinas. 

HoverFly 

Contact: Massimiliano Corradino, Sales 

Manager 

Phone: +39 08 5692 1848 

Email: admin@hoverfly.it 

Website: www.hoverfly.it 

With aircrafts based throughout Italy, in Rome, 

Milan and Pescara, Hoverfly is a reliable choice 

for getting around the Italian west coast and 

Tyrrhenian Sea. Furthermore, should your yacht 

have a helipad, Hoverfly pilots have experience of 

landing directly onboard superyachts, a service 

that allows you to transfer to the yacht quickly 

should you so desire. With various five- and 

eight-seater aircrafts Hoverfly is well equipped to 

cater for all your travel needs. 


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