Sun-bleached cobbled streets, turquoise water which holds bobbing boats, red slate roofs and the smell of fresh pizza in the air. It has to be Sicily. Sicily has always been a top tourist destination, marrying the beauty, charm and food of Italy with the beautiful architecture, history and beaches of the island itself. Sicily exudes luxury, with many extravagant hotels welcoming tourists from all over the world. However, if you want the taste of Sicily without having to beat back the crowds, the answer may be Cefalu, a picturesque and historic town built on rocky land with amazing vantage points for pink sunsets over the sprawling, uninterrupted vistas of the sea. In this little seaside town, the blue waters of the Tyrrenhian Sea become an inviting turquoise, attracting swimmers into its sparkling waters.
A new 5-star resort has opened in Cefalu, perched on the cliffs and giving you the perfect panorama of the bay of Cefalu. Set on 14 hectares of rugged cliffs, the Resort offers an exclusive choice of Villetta, Suites and Superior Rooms. Each room is blended into the cliff with natural materials of an Italian Baroque design, bringing the sea to your bedroom with gaping balconies and wide windows. As you sunbathe next to the luxury pool, you can watch Sicilian boats come into the harbour. Inside, this elegant resort offers modern and refreshing interiors with all of the trimmings that you would expect from a 5-star resort. As the sea breeze wafts through your window, you will be lulled to sleep as you relax on 25cm high premium mattresses which are made up of 3 individual layers and are all wrapped in high-quality linen.
Within this resort, you can use your escape to hone or learn new skills with an array of activities. From archery, hiking, stand-up paddle boarding, football, snorkelling, volleyball, tennis, electric surfboard, kayaking or fitness classes such as Aquadynamic, Pilates and more. Keep up with your gym routine in the Cardio & Weights room or take a class to learn to Scuba Dive or kitesurf. If there is a particular part of the island that you want to visit, the concierge is on hand to organise excursions for you.
When you want to experience the refreshing beauty of the lush green Sicilian countryside, you can escape to the tree-lined gardens to unwind and revitalise. The natural pond in the zen area is kept cool and refreshing and it’s cleaned with natural plants.
This all-inclusive rest offers three different restaurants to choose from, which are all included in the price. Each restaurant has been created by Andrea Berton, one of the most decorated chefs in Milan. Andrea’s cooking is a reinterpretation of the finest local products but with a modern twist, and he has signed the dinner menu for the Palazzo Gourmet Lounge. Each of the three restaurants offers a unique taste, from a seafood restaurant with fresh ice cream, surf and turfs and cocktails, to the open-air terraced buffet with a range of Italian and international cuisine, or the Gourmet Lounge which offers late breakfast, antipasti and pastries or just something to snack on. You can also choose from three bars, all with free drinks, so you can splash out and try something new with everything from a fresh ice tea, Italian espresso or a fruit smoothie. You will find a wine bar with a selection of cigars, international wine, cocktails and hot drinks. In the summer, drinks are served from the main bar in the summer and champagne is served from 6pm.
Once you have gorged on gourmet food, learnt new sports, discovered the heritage and culture of Cefalu and explored the stunning beach, you can discover the range of bespoke spa sessions that are on offer. Discover the relaxation area, the sauna and the Turkish bath, then immerse yourself in a total session of pampering with a range of treatments.
For more information about this stunning resort, please call us on 0800 707 6229. To view the resort, click here >>