Sunday, January 15, 2012

The Verdura Golf and Spa Resort Style: Classic Luxury 5 Star Hotels 82 Sciacca Centro Sciacca Italy

Verdura Golf & Spa Resort is Europe's most exciting new resort, located on the south coast of Sicily near the fishing village of Sciacca. Selected by Conde Nast Traveller to appear on their 2010 Hot List, the resort offers discreet exclusivity that few places can match.

The resort is set over 230 hectares of stunning landscape with 1.8km of private coastline, yet has just 203 rooms and suites, giving a true sense of space and privacy. All rooms have private terraces and sea views and the Olga Polizzi-designed interiors combine modern luxury with authentic Sicilian motifs. There are two 18-hole championship golf courses and a 9-hole, designed by leading architect Kyle Phillips, of which 27 holes will be available at all times in 2010; six tennis courts; a 60m infinity swimming pool; a fully-equipped gym and running trails which meander through the olive and lemon groves.

The resort's restaurants and bars celebrate Sicilian cuisine with menus created from fresh organic ingredients complemented by a superb wine list. For those seeking deep relaxation the Verdura Spa is exceptional - with four thalassotherapy pools, an extensive treatment menu and personalised well-being programmes.

Fine Dining on Site
The resort's restaurants and bars celebrate Sicilian cuisine with menus created from fresh organic ingredients complemented by a superb wine list.
Child Programs
There is a special swimming pool for junior guests and a children’s club. A full range of activities has been developed for those aged between 4 and 12.
Pool, Outdoor
60m infinity swimming pool.
Spa Facility
The Spa is one of Europe’s most advanced luxury well-being centres: Situated on the south west coast of Sicily, it is a retreat of unparalleled luxury and serenity. Offering the latest in well-being, body and skin care treatments and fitness programmes, the Spa will help you find optimal physical and mental balance.
Tennis Courts on Site
6 tennis courts.
Beach
1.8km of private coastline.
Golfing
Leading golf architect Kyle Phillips, renowned for his championship courses at Kingsbarns in Scotland and The Grove in England, has designed an astonishing range of courses that work in close harmony with the beautiful Sicilian landscape. There are two championship 18-hole courses and a 9-hole course, all set amid olive and orange groves and with spellbinding views of the azure Mediterranean Sea.

Hotel Address:

The Verdura Golf and Spa Resort
82 Sciacca Centro
Sciacca
Italy

Location Summary
The largest island in the Mediterranean, Sicily is as captivating as it is diverse. For centuries, it has been at the crossroads of civilisations and each has left an indelible imprint on this Italian region. Verdura is perfectly positioned to explore the island with many historical and cultural sites situated close by.

Directions to Hotel
The closest airport is at Palermo, the island’s capital, where you will find several car-rental companies. From the airport the resort is an hour’s drive through beautiful countryside, along the E90, A29 and E931 roads.

Palermo International Airport can easily be reached by plane from several European cities, including London, Barcelona, Madrid and Oslo, and from plane or ferry from several Italian cities.

From Palermo Airport Falcone e Borsellino (PMO): Take the motorway A29 Palermo- Mazara del Vallo. Take the exit Castelvetrano towards the E931 road. Then follow the sign Agrigento/Menfi/ Castelvetrano/Sciacca. Turn left at E931 and then left to SS115. Pass by Sciacca. The Resort is at SS115 km 131. The airport is at 133 km from the Resort and at 1h20 min drive . For a private transfer by car or helicopter please contact the Hotel.

From Trapani Airport Birgi (TPS): Go straight on to Contrada Birgi Novi. Take the SP1 and then the SP21. Take the A29 Palermo-Mazara del Vallo. Take the exit Castelvetrano. Follow the sign Agrigento/Menfi/Castelvetrano/Sciacca.Turn left at E931 and then left to SS115. Pass by Sciacca. The Resort is at SS115 km 133 . The airport is at 139 km from the Resort and at 1h30 min drive. For a private transfer by car or helicopter please contact the Hotel.

From Catania Airport Fontanarossa (CTA): Take Primosole road then turn right to Strada Tredicesima Zona Industriale.Go straight on to SP69.At the roundabout take the 1st exit and go straight on to Asse di Spia Est-Ovest.Take the E45 Tangenziale Catania and follow directions to Catania Circonvallazione Aeroporto A19 Palermo-Catania A18 Messina. Go straight on RA15/E45 and follow direction to Palermo.. Take A19 Palermo Caltanissetta and take the exit Caltanissetta centro. Take the SS640 and cross Caltanissetta.Take the SS115/E931 direction to Trapani. The Resort is at SS115 km 133 . The airport is at 215 km from the Resort and at 2h30 min drive . For a private transfer by car please contact the Hotel.