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A steaming cup of premium tea served in fine porcelain at Hotel Hassler Roma during autumn

Italy

Autumn Rituals at Rome’s Most Storied Address

As the Roman autumn descends with its characteristic golden light and gentle chill, the Hassler invites guests to embrace one of life's most civilised pleasures: the ceremonial afternoon tea, served with the unmistakable refinement that has long defined this legendary establishment.

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The shimmering waters of Lake Como at golden hour, with the snow capped Alps rising majestically beyond Villa d'Este's immaculate lakeside gardens

Italy

Golden hours at Lake Como’s most storied lakeside sanctuary

As summer's final warmth bathes the Italian Alps in honeyed light, Villa d'Este invites guests to surrender to the languorous rhythms of the Lakeland season. This venerable institution, perched upon the shores of one of Europe's most enchanting water landscapes, remains the ultimate expression of Belle Époque grandeur.

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