January 9, 2001

Tuscany: A Lifestyle Experience… as Never Before
Fall 2013
Allow us to take you behind the doors of some of Tuscany’s most notable winemaking families.
Here is your opportunity to become immersed in the Tuscan lifestyle as you enjoy totally unique experiences
in private homes on the coast, in the countryside and in the city, while of course,
savoring signature fare and super-premium wines along the way.
With us as your guides -- a Tuscan native and critically acclaimed purveyor of “upscale comfort food”
and a lifestyle expert whose focus is on the journey, rather than merely the destination -you can expect an extraordinary level of access, insight and attention to detail.
We are excited about combining our talents and love of Italy to offer this singular lifestyle experience.
Join us!
Day-by-Day Itinerary
August 31 – September 7
Discover the nuances of the Italian lifestyle through this series of unique encounters that will take you below
the surface, behind the doors and beyond first-time meetings. Each experience is designed to reveal a
particular aspect of this region’s unique culture that has captured the hearts of people all over the world.
Day 1 Sat, Aug 31
Late Morning
Noon
Afternoon
Pre-dinner
Dinner
COAST
Arrival at Il Tombolo via private transfer from Rome Fiumuci–Da Vinci Airport
Al fresco luncheon overlooking the Mediterranean, presided over by Hotel Manager
Fabio Guarducci, General Manager/ Managing Partner of this and other Antinori
hospitality properties, vineyard owner Michelle Satti and Marco
Leisure time (beach, cycling, spa baths, fitness center...)
Private tour of the Antinori private La Sabine, followed by a wine tasting at nearby
Guado al Tasso Antinori vineyard with Guado al Tasso’s Estate Director
Critically-acclaimed, Michelin-rated La Pineta, due to chef/owner Luciano Zazzeri
Upon arrival at Rome Fiumicino-Da Vinci Airport, a private vehicle will transport you to the coastal town of
Marina di Castagneto Carducci, the location of Spa Hotel Tombolo Talasso Resort.
After checking in, Fabio Guarducci, General Manager / Managing Partner of this and other Antinori hospitality
properties and Michelle Satti, a vineyard owner, will join us for an al fresco lunch overlooking the
Mediterranean. As we enjoy coastal specialties on the hotel terrace, Fabio, Michele and Marco will discuss
Italian wines and their personal favorites, many of which we will be enjoying in the days ahead. After lunch,
spend a leisurely afternoon at the resort, perhaps with time on the private beach, at the pool enjoying your day
pass to the Tombolo’s therapeutic baths and/or any of their wellness treatments.
As a prelude to each evening’s meal, you will partake in an experiential aperitivo, as the Italians would say.
Tonight’s experience will consist of a private tour of the private home of Allegra Antinori, one of the three
sisters who have taken the helm of the family business. Though Allegra spends most of her time in Florence
and traveling to the various Antinori estates, this residence and La Sabine, the compound that includes the
sisters’ childhood home is the place that she truly calls home. The minute you enter the grounds and walk
through the front door, you will appreciate Allegra’s gift for creating a lifestyle for herself and her family that
comes from the heart. (Incidentally, you will have an opportunity to meet Allegra at another of the Antinori
estates, Tenuta Tignanello outside of Florence, where she will host a wine tasting and luncheon later in the
week.) Next, we will take her ‘commute’ to the family’s neighboring vineyard, Guado al Tasso Antinori. There,
the Estate Director will welcome us for a tour of Guado al Tasso and the lovely Tuscan residence, which
serves as his family’s home, as well as the base of operations for the vineyard.
Following this immersion in the Antinori legacy, present and past, we will head to La Pineta, the Michelin-rated
restaurant reputed to be Tuscany’s best seafood restaurant. Chef/Owner and friend, Luciano Zazzeri is
looking forward to welcoming for a tour of his kitchen in addition to treating us to a stellar culinary experience
in this very charming beachside establishment.
Antinori Wines
In 1900, Piero Antinori bought several vineyards in the Chianti Classico region, including 47
hectares at Tignanello. Since then, Antinori has become one of Italy’s largest wine companies. Their
vision and innovation played a major role in the "Super-Tuscan" revolution of the 1970s with the
1971 launch of Tignanello, a barrique-aged wine that blended Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon,
making it ineligible for the Chianti Classico appellation. In the Bolgheri wine region of Tuscany the
Antinori wines are Guado al Tasso, the Scalabrone rose, Il Bruciato and Vermentino.
http://www.antinori.it/
Day 2 Sun, Sept 1
Breakfast
Daytime
Afternoon
Pre-Dinner
Dinner
COAST
Welcome breakfast for all
Depart from San Vincenzo marina by charter boat for coastline excursion & lunch
Leisure time (hydro baths, beach, cycling, fitness center, yoga…)
Sunset drinks on Il Tombolo’s terrace with our dinner hosts Patrizia and Luigi
Home tour, pizza-making and Sunday dinner at Patrizia and Luigi’s nearby home
The ease of the Italian way of life is enviable. The people seem to strike a balance between past and present,
work and play, man-made and natural, extravagance and simplicity and so much more. Today’s itinerary will
be a reflection of that balance, combining water and land and, as you will see throughout the trip, activity and
down time. By the end of this trip, we want you to feel inspired as well as rejuvenated and perhaps ready to
assimilate aspects of Italian life into your own life back at home.
After a group breakfast, we will head to the town of San Vincente to board a boat for a tour of the coast. For
lunch, our captain will join us at one of his favorite spots among these islands of the Tuscan Archipelagos.
Back at the hotel, you will have time on your own to enjoy the baths, the beach cycling, tennis, or perhaps a
nap before the evening gets underway.
After drinks and sunset on the hotel’s terrace, we will be welcomed into the home of good friends of Marco’s,
Patrizia and Luigi, for a family-style Sunday dinner, with a pizza-making session to get things started. We will
be enjoying a combination of meals in private residences as well as in restaurants to provide the range of
mealtime experiences that are one of the secret ingredients of the Italian lifestyle
The National Park of the Tuscan Archipelago
Experiencing Italy on the water adds a completely different dimension to the Italian experience.
Islands make up about one sixth of Italy, including approximately 350 sea islands and thirteen
archipelagos. The National Park of the Tuscan Archipelago combines a terrestrial area of almost
18,000 hectares with a marine area of approximately 60,000 hectares, making it the largest marine
park in Europe. Comprised of seven principal islands, including Elba, ancient legend has it that when
Venus emerged from the waves of the sea, seven gemstones fell from her tiara -- and so the Islands of
the Tuscan Archipelago were born. http://www.arcipelago.turismo.toscana.it
Day 3 Mon, Sept 2
Breakfast
Morning/Lunch
Afternoon
Pre-Dinner
Dinner
COAST
Lifestyle conversation over breakfast with Christine
Private tour, winetasting and luncheon with the Marchesi Ginori at Castello Ginori di
Querceto, in one of the most beautiful castles in Tuscany, an antique lovers’ dream!
Leisure time, “Italian style” (a gelato tasting followed by beach, cycling, tennis…)
Tour and wine tasting at the Ornellaia winery with Ornelia’s winemaker, Axel Heinz
Dinner in nearby Bolgheri at one of Marco’s favorite restaurants, and afterwards, a
wine ‘taste-off’ in an enoteca with vineyard owner Michelle Satti.
Breakfast this morning will include a casual conversation led by Christine about the routines and traditions of
other cultures can enrich our own lifestyles. This is a dialogue that might informally continue during the course
of the trip. Afterwards, we will pay a visit to the owners of Castello Ginori di Querceto, the Marchesi Ginori.
This couple epitomizes Italian warmth, on the one hand and elegance, on the other. The Ginoris will host us for
a village tour and winetasting, followed by luncheon in one of the most beautiful dining rooms in Tuscany. You
will literally be surrounded by 360 views of the countryside as well as centuries of Ginori history in the form of
antique furniture, and important collections of armors and weaponry as well as porcelain.
Castello Ginori of Querceto
The ancient village of Querceto dates back to 100 A.D. In the
Middle Ages, Querceto was strategically important for its
natural resources resulting in centuries of territorial skirmishes
and revolts. In the 1500s, the noble family of Lisci of Volterra
gained control. In 1786, the last Lisci descendant, Francesca,
married Marchese Lorenzo Ginori. The family’s vision reversed
the years of famine and poverty that existed under the broader
control of the Medici dynasty. In 1814 Carlo Leopoldo
inherited the estate from his mother, Francesca, and ever since,
the estate and its castle have been in the Ginori family. The
family greatly modernized an array of cultivation methods,
particularly in cattle breeding. In the 20th century, under the
leadership of Lorenzo and his son Leonardo, the farming of the
land and the agriculturally-based production of energy have
become models for agricultural enterprise. Meanwhile the
village has been completely restored, preserving its ancient
rustic origins while also keeping it vibrant in everyday life.
www.castelloginoridiquerceto.it/eng-home.php
Back at the hotel, the unique thalassotherapic treatments in the spa feature sea water from the Mediterranean,
for a wide selection of spa experiences like hydro-massages with algae or sales, underwater hydro-massages,
jet showers, horizontal sea rain showers and many more. Fabio will describe this to us and hopefully you can
take advantage of this unique feature of Tombolo.
We will reconvene for the early part of the evening for a tour and wine tasting at the Ornellaia estate with their
winemaker Axel Heinz. Ornellaia is owned by another of Tuscany’s winemaking dynasties, the Frescobaldis.
The proud producer of the Super Tuscan red, Masseto, the family shares a bit of history with the Antinoris.
Dinner will be in the neighboring hilltop village of Bolgheri, at one of Marco’s favorite restaurants, where the
menu only reveals a fraction of the gustatory possibilities. After dinner, we will walk over to a enoteca, a cross
between a wine bar, restaurant and wine merchant to reconvene with our friend Michele Satta and a couple of
other winemaking friends for a bit of fun, in the form of a wine taste-off. Needless to say, plan on some
wonderful food and wine this evening!
Ornelia Wines
The Ornellaia estate was founded in 1981 by Marchese Lodovico Antinori
when he decided to establish a new, truly exceptional wine estate in an
unspoiled, uncultivated region of the Tuscan coast known as the Maremma.
He made the unconventional decision to plant Cabernet Sauvignon,
Cabernet Franc and Merlot because of his belief that these varietals would
be best suited to the exceptional microclimate of the area. In March of 1999
the Californian wine producer, Robert Mondavi, purchased a minority share
in Ornellaia, and then, in 2002, he assumed full ownership – of which he
passed 50% to the Tuscan wine producing family Marchesi de’ Frescobaldi.
Then in April 2005, Marchesi de’ Frescobaldi assumed full ownership.
Today, the team leading the estate is inspired by the same principles of
independence, integrity, and continuity that have contributed to its
recognition and success. http://www.ornellaia.com/
Day 4 Tues, Sept 3
Breakfast
Lunch
Early Afternoon
Afternoon
Pre-Dinner
Dinner
COUNTRY
At your leisure, then check-out and transfer to Villa Il Borro, the Ferragamo estate
Tour and lunch in Il Borro’s hunting lodge
Walking tour of the grounds and a tour of patriarch, Ferruccio Ferragamo’s home
Leisure time (poolside relaxation, wellness center, tennis or…)
Aperitivo and ‘Il Boro cooking School’
Al fresco dinner on the terrace overlooking the medieval village of Il Borro village
Dessert, café, limoncello and continued conversation in the living room of the villa
After a leisurely breakfast, we will drive away from the coast to the estate of the Ferragamo family, Tenuta Il
Borro. Surrounded by manicured Italianate gardens, the estate’s Villa will be ‘home’ to our group until our
departure on Thursday morning. In the case of life at Il Borro, it’s a matter of
‘when in Rome…” Instead when in Il Borro’, you can be sure that you will
love easing into the rhythm of this very special place.
After settling in, we will enjoy lunch in The Hunting Lodge and then, in the
Italian custom, and then be taken on a leisurely walking tour of the property,
including a tour of the private residence of the family’s patriarch, Ferruccio
Ferragamo. What happens next will be entirely up to you… During our stay,
Il Borro will be ours to enjoy. You might want to explore the grounds on foot,
bicycle or horseback, stroll through the medieval village, indulge in a
treatment at the wellness center, play tennis or work out in the fitness facility.
On the other hand, you might want to simply retreat to your room or spend
some time poolside ‘under the Tuscan sun’.
For our first evening, we will enjoy a movable aperitivo. Those who wish can discover their “inner Italian chef”
with Marco’s parents and aunties as they prepare classic Tuscan dishes. The Villa is equipped with a
beautifully appointed kitchen, with plenty of room for everyone to join in, Big Chill style. For the timid or weary,
there is always the sweeping view of the valley as the sun goes down, taken from the adjoining terrace. Dinner
will be served under the stars, weather permitting, so a wrap might come in handy. After dinner conversations
coffee and limoncello will continue in the living room -- or perhaps in the billiards room. Think of this evening
as your own personal house party!
The Il Borro Estate of the Ferragamo Family
Rising majestically from the woods, vineyards and dramatic landscape of this unique area, the Villa
lies at the heart of the Borro estate. The Villa was constructed by the Hohenlohe Waldenburg
Schillingfurst princes over the site of existing ruins to become their fashionable summer residence
until the early 20th century when ownership passed to the royal Savoia family. In 1993, the Ferragamo
family acquired the property and, after eleven years of extensive renovations, restored the villa to its
former glory. The estate’s medieval village dates back more than a millennium, having survived civil
unrest, wars, poverty, famine and the erosion of time.
Today, the estate enjoys a new splendor, thanks to the care lavished on it by the Ferragamo family.
With superb views and extensive grounds, the villa is equipped with every comfort. Leisure options
include the billiards, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a beautifully appointed wellness center and
fitness room as well as tennis courts, cycling and horseback riding on the property. Il Borro presents
to the world an enchanting and fascinating setting which has captivated some of the most important
families in history. http://www.ilborro.it
Day 5 Wed, Sept 4
Breakfast
Morning
Afternoon
Pre-Dinner
Dinner
COUNTRY
At your leisure, family style, in the glorious kitchen of Il Borro
Exploration of the weekly market in the neighboring town of Figline, while procuring
the makings for the picnic of Tuscan specialties, which we will enjoy back at Il Borro
Leisure time (horseback riding, spa appointments, a swim… or perhaps just a nap)
Salvatore Ferragamo hosts this evening with wine and hors d’oeuvres on the
terrace, followed by a wine tasting and tour of the wine cellars and art museum
Dinner follows in the formal dining room of Villa Il Borro
Ease into the daily routine at Il Borro with a family style breakfast at the kitchen table. A bit later, we will
explore the weekly market in the nearby village of Figline. The center of this historic town will be alive with
street vendors selling everything from local produce and meats, cheeses and prepared foods to flowers, crafts
and wine. Head out on your own or join Christine and Marco as they set out to procure the elements for the
picnic lunch that will follow - a feast of the senses, as the locals might envision it, with regional offerings
including roast porchetta on country bread, rotisserie chicken, local cheeses and Tuscan sweets like torrone
and croquante.
Figline Market
The large square of Figline’s town centre was built at the beginning of the
8th century as a market for trading goods. It is still used today as it was
centuries ago. Every Tuesday this typical Italian market, with its colorful
stalls, fresh local produce and competitive prices draws locals and visitors
from all around. The square is enclosed by an imposing stone wall from the
8th Century which was built and fortified by the capital, Florence, to
preserve the town’s strategic vantage point of the Arno valley.
You will have the afternoon to yourself to fold into the lifestyle of Il Borro, perhaps with a guided trail ride on
horseback or a game of tennis. For the evening, Salvatore Ferragamo will be our host, starting with a private
wine tasting and tour in the Il Borro wine cellars and a visit to the Ferragamo Wine & Art exhibit, a collection of
67 prints from Ferruccio Ferragamo's extensive private collection, including prints from the 14th to the 18th
centuries. After meandering back to the Villa, we will be seated for dinner in the main dining room, with
Salvatore’s selections of wines to accompany our meal. In keeping with the Il Borro tradition of quiet elegance
and boundless hospitality, the billiards room and the living room will serve as open invitations for those who
are up for more conversation, wine and good times.
Day 6 Thurs, Sept 5
Breakfast
Morning
Lunch
Afternoon
Pre-Dinner
Dinner
CITY
At your leisure, family style on the outdoor terrace and then transfer to Florence
A private tour of Uffizi Gallery highlights, culminating with a walk across the Ponte
Vecchio via the Corridoio Vasariano, the secret gallery built by the Medici family,
connecting the Uffizi to the Pitti Palace
After check-in at The Hotel Excelsior, lunch on the hotel’s rooftop terrace with
sweeping, panoramic city views
A private tour of the Ferragamo Museum, followed by leisure time for shopping, a
stop at an outdoor café or whatever strikes your fancy
The Marchese Ginori, our mealtime hosts again, but this time, at their city
residence, Palazzo Ginori, with a private home tour by Marchesa Alessandra Ginori
Dinner, hosted by the Marchese Ginori in their home
Breakfast once again will be at the kitchen table, by now a familiar gathering spot. After checking out, we will
head to Florence for a private tour of highlights of the Gallery, culminating with a walk across the Arno River
via the Corridoio Vasariano: the secret corridor built by the Medici family to connect
the Uffizi Gallery to the Pitti Palace, by way of the Ponte
Vecchio. http://www.uffizi.com
The House of Ferragamo
Salvatore Ferragamo revolutionized the footwear industry, and in the process earned the title
‘shoemaker to the stars’. His ardent fans included Greta Garbo and Audrey Hepburn, as well as
Marilyn Monroe, who wore his creations exclusively. His success was due to innovations that enabled
him to reconcile exquisite beauty with incomparable comfort, the result of a lifetime of research.
Salvatore Ferragamo’s legacy left a profound mark on the history of costume design. His masterful
creations have been the subject of important exhibitions at The Victoria & Albert Museum, The
County Museum in Los Angeles and The Guggenheim in New York. .
At the age of 14, Salvatore left Italy for America to work in a large footwear company in Boston.
When the film industry moved west to Hollywood, he followed and soon began designing shoes for the
Hollywood elite. In 1927, unable to keep up with demand using American labor, he returned to Italy.
Since 1938, the company’s headquarters has been at Palazzo Ferrone Spini in Florence, a city
selected for its rich tradition in skilled craftsmanship. The Ferragamo Museum is also housed in the
magnificent headquarters building. It’s exhibitions pay tribute to the vision of the founder of one of
Italy’s iconic design houses. When he died in 1960, Salvatore Ferragamo had realized the great
dream of his life: to create and produce the most beautiful shoes in the world. His son Ferruccio and
his twin grandsons, Salvatore and James, are now carrying on the plan that he nurtured.
After the Uffizi, we will check in at The Excelsior and reconvene on their rooftop terrace for luncheon
overlooking the city. Then, following a
After the Uffizi, we will check in to the Excelsior Hotel and reconvene on the rooftop terrace for a luncheon
overlooking the city. Then, following a private tour of The Ferragamo Museum and perhaps a walk through the
family’s flagship store, you will have time on your own for shopping, just exploring on foot or doing some
people watching in an outdoor café.
As our time together draws to a close, the Marchese Ginori have invited us to dine with them. However
tonight, we will join them at their in-town home, Palazzo Ginori. After the Marchesa takes us on a tour of their
home, she and her husband, Lorenzo, will host what is sure to be one of the evening highlights of our trip.
Day 7 Fri, Sept 6
Breakfast
Morning/Lunch
Afternoon
Pre-Dinner
Dinner
CITY
At your leisure, then transfer to the Antinori estate of Tignanello
At Tenuta Tignanello a private tour followed by a wine tasting and luncheon with
Allegra Antinori, whose coastal home we visited on our first day
Leisure time (a stroll, a massage, one last gelato, final purchases…)
A sampling of various Italian aperitivo in the bar of the Hotel Excelsior
Our final dinner, at a restaurant just a short walk from the hotel
Breakfast is at your leisure, though those interested can join Marco or Christine. Then we will take another of
Allegra Antinori’s commutes, but this time to the nearby Tenuta Tignanello, the estate that produces this
formidable wine on site as well growing the grapes for several other labels. After a tour of the winery, Allegra
will host us in the estate’s villa, with its extraordinary gardens and breathtaking views for a wine tasting and
luncheon of Tuscan specialties. After lunch, she will take us for a tour of their private residences.
The Antinori Estate of Tignanello
With its famous Tignanello and Solaia vineyards, the Tignanello estate is situated in the heart of
Chianti Classico, about 20 miles south of Florence. Of Tignanello’s 325 hectares of land, the
Tignanello vineyard covers 47 hectares and Solaia covers 10-hectares. The native Sangiovese variety
and the non-native Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc varieties are planted here as well as a
small quantity of white grapes which are used in the production of Vinsanto. Antinori initially
experimented with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc in the Twenties, but they were abandoned
during World War II, and replanted in the Sixties to be used commercially in the Seventies. While
Tignanello and Solaia are grown, made into wine and aged at Tignanello, other grapes grown on the
estate are produced elsewhere for Santa Cristina, Villa Antinori and Tenute Marchese Antinori.
www.antinori.it
Our last evening will start off at the hotel with a sampling of various Italian aperitivo with commentary by
Marco. It occurred to us that the range of Italian aperitifs are still a mystery to many visitors. See for yourself
which will become your favorite. Might it be rabarbaro zucca, cardamaro, aperol or maybe limoncello, which
was popularized by the book and film, Under the Tuscan Sun? Afterwards, a short walk will bring us to the
restaurant where we will have our final dinner. There may be toasts, roasts, photos and anecdotes, but
regardless, the evening promises to be a special night among friends!
Day 8, Sat, Sept 7
Breakfast
CITY
Depending on schedules and preferences, breakfast as a group or at your leisure,
followed by extended stays and/or private transfer to Fiumicino-Da Vinci Airport.
(Please notify the hotel for late check-out or extended stays)
We hope this day-by-day itinerary gives you a sense of what to expect during the weeklong experience
that we have created. Please also refer to the Overview & Highlights for a more concise description.
Due to the maximum group size of 14 guests, we encourage you to reserve your place early.
We look forward to offering you a chance to immerse yourself
in what promises to be an extraordinary experience!
Ciao!
Marco Betti, a native of Tuscany and owner Antica Posta, the critically-acclaimed purveyor of “upscale comfort food” has
been sharing his love of his native land for decades, through his restaurant ventures as well as through tours of Tuscany for
decades. His intimate knowledge of the region, personal friendships with major wine and food purveyors and his decades of
hospitality experience in the US, the cruise industry and in Italy allows for access and experiences are virtually unparalleled.
Join Marco in Atlanta on January 30 when Salvatore Ferragamo co-hosts a wine dinner at Antica Posta.
Reservations: 404.262.7112
Christine Eisner, a lifestyle expert, consultant and author has created a unique approach to quality of life that focuses on
experiences, rather than appearances, having spent a lifetime living and working in different cultures around the world.
Since 2003, she been helping people and organizations re-connect their ‘inner voice’ with their routines, surroundings, and
rhythms. As PR Director for Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation and for the past 30 years, she has been in the lifestyle and
design world in New York, London, and Atlanta. Her critically acclaimed book, Comfort Living: A Back-to-Basics Guide to
a More Balanced Lifestyle, reveals how to create ease and balance for comfort, meaning and wellness.
Join Christine on February 13th to make limoncello while talking about Lifestyle, Love & Limoncello.
Reservations:c@ComfortLivingbyChristine.com
Details:
Tuscany 2013
Dates:
Duration & Dates:
Maximum Group Size:
Lodging:
Coast:
Country:
City/Florence:
Accommodations:
Pricing:
Includes:
Aug 31 – Sept 7, 2013
7 nights, Saturday to Saturday
Up to 14 guests
Hotel Il Tombolo, a 5-star beachfront resort owned and managed by the Antinori family
Villa Il Borro, the private estate and winery of the Ferragamo family… a world unto its own
Hotel Excelsior, a 5-star property on the Arno River, in the heart of Florence
Double occupancy for 5 couples in junior suites
Single occupancy for 4 individuals in deluxe rooms (upgrades as availability permits)
Double Occupancy: $16,000 per couple, all-inclusive*
Single Occupancy: $ 8,500 per person, all inclusive*
All transportation, meals w/ wines, tours and events (details below)
*Not included: airfare, airport transfers not specified in the itinerary, spa appointments
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Private airport transfers on the morning of August 30, 2013 from Rome airport to Hotel Il Tombolo and at mid-day
on September 7th from Hotel Excelsior to Rome airport
Private transportation throughout the trip for all excursions
3 nights at Hotel Il Tombolo, 2 nights at Villa Il Borro, the former residence of the Savoia, the Italian royal family,
and now the home of Ferruccio Ferragamo (president of Ferragamo) and his son Salvatore Ferragamo and 2
nights in Florence at Hotel Excelsior, breakfast included, in deluxe accommodations, with at least 5 junior suites
allocated for couples
On the coast, at Hotel Il Tombolo: 1 complementary visit per guest to the hot baths, one bicycle per guest for
duration of stay and, with enough advance interest, one yoga class
Welcome luncheon at Hotel Il Tombolo with General Manager Fabio Guarducci and Michelle Satti and sunset
drinks one evening on the hotel terrace
Half day boat excursion with lunch, departing from San Vincenze and a village gelato-tasting
A private tour of one of the most beautiful castles in Tuscany and lunch with the Marquis and Marquesa GinoriLisci in the family’s castle formal dining room, simply a heaven for antique lovers.
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A private tour of Allegra Antinori’s private residence at La Sabine, a private tour and wine tasting at Guado al
Tasso Antinori vineyard with the Estate Director, and a private wine tasting at the Ornellaia estate with Axel Heinz
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1 dinner with wines at Michelin-rated restaurant La Pineta, 1 dinner with wines and a ‘wine taste-off” in Bolgheri,
and 1 dinner, home tour and pizza-making in the private home of Patrizia and Luigi
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In the countryside, at Il Borro, full guest bar with selected red and white estate wines and full use of Il Borro
amenities, including horseback riding, fitness center, bicycles, etc.
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A private tour of Ferruccio Ferragamo’s private residence and a tour of the Il Borro grounds by groundskeeper.
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An evening hosted by Salvatore Ferragamo, a private tour and wine tasting in Il Borro’s wine and a tour of
Ferruccio Ferragamo’s private art museum tour, followed by dinner in the Villa Il Borro dining room
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A tour and lunch in the Il Borro’s Hunting Lodge and a tour of the local market in Figline and a picnic lunch
A ‘cooking school’ with Marco’s mother, Rosanna and his aunties Silvia & Paola, followed by and al fresco dinner
(weather permitting)
In Florence, a private, guided tour of highlights of the oldest museum in the world, the Uffizi Gallery and the
Corridoio Vasariano the secret passage above the Ponte Vecchio, built by the Medici family to connect the Uffizi
Gallery to the Pitti Palace and a private guided private tour of the Ferragamo Museum at their headquarters
palace
A private tour, wine tasting and luncheon hosted by Allegra Antinorii at Tignanello estate, the country home of the
Antinori family for centuries, followed by a tour of the private rooms of the residence
Lunch in the rooftop terrace restaurant and an aperitivo tasting with commentary at the Excelsior Hotel
An evening at Palazzo Ginori, with a private tour by Marchesa Allessandra Ginori of the residence, followed by
dinner with the Marchese Ginori
The final nights’ dinner with wines at a restaurant in Florence
Lifestyle commentary and conversations with Marco and Christine
All taxes including room taxes and VAT.
Travel documents required are subject to participants’ nationality.
Reservations:
We encourage you to make your reservations early to assure your place. A deposit of 50% is due at the time of booking,
with the balance due 2 months prior to the trip, on July 1, 2013. Payments are non-refundable. Trip insurance may be of
interest.
Contact Marco Betti at Antica Posta to book via credit card, money transfer or check.
Contact:
Marco Betti
Antica Posta Tuscan Restaurant & Bar
519 East Paces Ferry Road, NE
Atlanta, GA 30305
b. 404.262.7112
c. 404 .502.9920
e: marco1@anticaposta.com
www.anticaposta.com
Christine Leuthold Eisner
Lifestyle Design
c: 404.580.1795
e: c@ComfortLivingbyChristine.com
twitter: @comfort_living
Instagram: ChristineEisner
www.ComfortLivingbyChristine.com