Rome Events and Hotel Reviews

On 21^st March 2010 Rome will be the venue of the Marathon which every year takes place in the amazing frame of the Eternal City. Many people from all over the world are expected to join this important sport event able to conquer the interest not only of the most important athletes of the Planet, but also of everyone in love with this discipline and with Rome. The beauties of the ancient times are able to make the atmosphere of the competition absolutely unique, with the start point in the amazing and famous locations of  Fori Imperiali. The whole area where the competition takes place is going to include the main artistic historical attractions of the Capital, a suggestive frame for this international sport event. This edition expects a remarkable number of foreign people taking part into the race, till the amount of almost 7000, plus the Italian participants. Through Foro Italico, Villaggio Olimpico, Acquacetosa and the other marvellous beauties of the Eternal City, the Marathon of Rome 2010 will conquer the attention of the Athletics world, celebrating the marathon  as the oldest distance medley. However, this extraordinary event is not dedicated only to sporty people, but also to everyone looking for fun and happiness. In fact, the Marathon of Rome proposes Roma Fun, a funny no competitive 4 Km race which everyone can take part into, along the wonderful area of the historical centre which will be totally pedestrian. The event is expected to start just after the official race and it requires a regular enrolment at the Marathon Village located in the Eur district at Palazzo dei Congressi. So, what better than a luxury 4 star hotel in the centre of Rome for your stay in the Eternal City to enjoy the Marathon of Rome 2010? Sunflower Group, 3 star hotels and luxury 4 star hotels in Rome and Umbria, is glad to offer the right accommodations for the Marathon of Rome 2010. Kolbe, Nova Domus, Villafranca and Sole al Pantheon are beautiful 4 star luxury hotels in the historical centre of Rome which will make your stay for the Marathon 2010 absolutely perfect, due to the enviable position near the main artistic attractions of the city and the race route. Instead, if you are looking for a comfortable 3 star hotel or 4 star hotel near the centre of Rome, Pinewood, Cardinal Saint Peter, Rouge et Noir, Sunrise and Raganelli are the suitable accommodations to enjoy all the best of Rome and its sport events. 

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Accommodations Marathon of Rome 2010

Umbria is always a region full of surprises, due to the huge amount of folkloristic events and artistic attractions, among history, tradition and delicious food to taste. The Saint Eraclio Carnival is one of the most important appointments of the season, thanks to its ancient origins and its spectacular celebrations made of six masked floats parade through the town. Saint Eraclio, in province of Perugia near Foligno, is a small town full of tradition, due to the presence of the Old Castle and the Augustinian Monastry, besides the celebration of the carnival so famous and typical. The event takes place every year and this time it is expected from 31^st January till 14^th February 2010, with dances, songs, parades, lots of fun and the amazing food tastings at the Carnival Porterhouse. Also the towns of Guardea and Acquasparta are going to represent events you cannot absolutely skip, due to their essence full of fun and tradition. Then, for all the lovers of Art, Perugia proposes Umbria Veloce, an exhibition on Futurism movement mentioning also the famous ancient magazine Griffa! which used to be published during the 1920 in Umbria. This event is scheduled till 7^th February. And don’t forget to attend the charming 12^th edition of Aperitivo in Musica in Perugia, a cultural event which takes place at the Pavone Theatre every Sunday morning at 11.30, during which you can enjoy a pleasant music concert and taste a delicious aperitif. In addition, to celebrate one of the most famous products of Umbria, from 26^th February to 7^th March 2010, it is expected the 47^th edition of the Precious Norcia Black Truffle, where it will be possible to enjoy the rich gastronomic panorama of Umbria made of cheeses, truffle and sausages. Norcia, in province of Perugia, is so famous for its genuine products which represent an important resource for the whole Umbria, admired all over Italy and the World, besides its beautiful artistic attractions from the past such as Saint Benedetto Cathedral and the huge amount of buildings from the Middle Age and Renaissance. Talking about Perugia and all the towns in province, they are located near Trevi, a small village in the heart of Umbria where it is possible to breath the real essence of this amazing Italian region among past and present. Surrounded by olive trees, Trevi offers the tourists a wonderful panorama full of tradition, history and quiet, besides a very good location to start the numerous trips to the other artistic attractions like Perugia, Spello, Assisi, Bevagna, Spoleto. And what is better than a 4 star luxury hotel in Trevi for a romantic stay in Umbria? Sunflower Group, 3 star and luxury 4 star hotels in Rome and Umbria, proposes Antica Dimora alla Rocca, luxury accommodation in Umbria, suitable for every occasion, with the best comforts at very special rates. Visit now the hotel website and discover its amazing special offers!

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February 2010 Umbria Best Accommodations

On 14^th February 2010, to celebrate the romantic Valentine’s Day, Rocca di Papa, one of the lovely towns of Castelli Romani surrounding Rome, is going to organize the 2^nd edition of the Lover’s Polenta, where it will be possible to eat the famous Italian dish, the mush, in one of the several restaurants of the town. In addition, the amazing event will end with a very romantic competition which will award the couple for the longest kiss. Besides the all over the world Valentine’s Day, February is the month of Carnival too, so that the Eternal City is glad to celebrate this amusing event with the traditional masked parades in the historical centre. From 6^th to 16^th February, Rome will be the venue of Carnival 2010, An Exaggerated Celebration, which will see the participation of equestrian artists, with an exhibition on the typical masks at Palazzo Braschi and lots of fun along the centre of Rome, especially along Via del Corso and Piazza del Popolo. Then, for all the lovers of sports, in particular of Rugby, from 14^th to 27^th February 2010 it is expected in Rome the amazing international competition Six Nations with the two games Italy vs England on 14^th February, and Italy vs Scotland on 27^th February. Both games will take place in the Flaminio Stadium. To enjoy all these amazing special events in Rome, Sunflower Group proposes many hotels near the main attractions of the Eternal City and very close to the locations where these special appointments take place. Novadomus, 4 star luxury hotel near the Vatican Museums, is the right accommodation to enjoy the Six Nations due to its position near the Flaminio Stadium. This 4 star hotel in the centre of Rome is suitable for different occasions like romantic week ends, individual or family group holidays and corporate travellers. The near tube station and the huge amount of bus stops are able to guarantee all the guests just a comfortable stay, making very easy to reach every area of the city. Then, if you want to stay at a 4 star luxury hotel in the centre of Rome to enjoy the Italian Carnival, Hotel Sole al Pantheon represents the real best to discover the Ancient Rome and taste the charme of the Eternal City between past and present. Its amazing position just in front of the Pantheon and its refined modern amenities make this 4 star luxury hotel in Rome one of the best accommodations of the Capital, besides being the oldest one of the city. Located just two steps away from Via del Corso, Piazza Venezia, Piazza del Popolo and Piazza Navona, it is the ideal place to enjoy the main artistic attractions of Rome. So, visit now the hotels website and book online your stay at Sunflower Group accommodations in Rome!

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Best accommodations in Rome

Carnival is coming up, but February offers not only this amazing occasion full of fun and folklore to make you enjoy the real atmosphere of Rome, due to the many special appointments expected in the Eternal City. Rome is the city of culture and history, so that all year long you can attend different and interesting exhibitions which will improve your knowledge on Arts. First of all, the Capital will celebrate the Roman Carnival on 22^nd February in Via Tiburtina, with an amazing traditional celebration on the footage of XVIII century. So, another chance to live and to know the authentic folklore of Rome, thanks to this historical masked parade with famous characters from the past which will make your stay in Rome absolutely amazing. To attend this special event you can choose one of the 4 star luxury hotels in Rome by Sunflower Group, like Sunrise Hotel and Rouge et Noir Hotel. These luxury hotels located near the centre of Rome have got a good position in the area of Montesacro, just 20 minutes from the historical city centre, and offer only the best of accommodations for different needs, like  individual, group and business tourism. All the lovers of cultural exhibitions can enjoy the amazing Caravaggio, from 19^th February, at the elegant halls of Scuderie del Quirinale, to discover the genius of this talented Italian artist. The art of Michelangelo Buonarroti, architect in Rome, instead, is available till 7^th February at the Capitol Museum, with 105 works. Then, if you have a passion for cinema and stars, Rome wants to celebrate the beauty and the charme of Princess Grace Kelly with an exhibition in Via del Corso, Palazzo Ruspoli, where it will be possible to admire pictures, portraits and items of this famous character who made a huge amount of people dream. The event is planned till 28^th February 2010. Finally, to know more on Italian history, the exhibition Camillo Benso di Cavour in Rome is a very good occasion to discover this famous character who made the unity of Italy, till 12^th February at the Piemonte region department in the historical centre of  the Eternal City. All these wonderful special events in Rome wait for you. So, just choose your more suitable 4 star hotel in the centre of Rome proposed by Sunflower Group, book online and enjoy the wonderful Eternal City in February among history, culture and lots of fun!

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Luxury accommodations in Rome 

The amazing frame of Umbria is going to be the venue of several interesting folkloristic events which will show all the tourists the real essence of Italy. The historical and characteristic town of Todi and the near locations will offer a particular celebration of the Carnival, Carnevalandia, from 30^th January to 14^th February. Located near Perugia, the famous town of Todi will be also the venue for a special celebration which proposes the ancient Medieval Carnival, besides the typical masked floats parades able to attract people from all over the world. On 2^nd February, then, the town of Monteleone di Spoleto, in province of Perugia, will give hospitality to the celebration of the patron Saint Biagio, with a religious ceremony very popular and ancient, whereas on 9^th and 10^th February it is expected the celebration for Saint Scolastica in Norcia. For everyone interested in the typical products of Umbria, on 29^th and 30^th January, there is the Acquavite Italia 2010, the exhibition on the culture and the market of the famous brandy  which will take place in the historical centre of Perugia, specifically in the Paulina Fortress. Among the amazing Italian brandies such as grappa and fruity spirits, you will be able to enjoy all the flavours of Italy in an elegant and wonderful frame, besides the food and wine tastings which will help you to discover the numerous sides of Belpaese among past and present. If you like the Italian gastronomy you can’t absolutely skip this event! In all these amazing offers to enjoy the whole culture of Umbria there is also a good occasion to improve the knowledge of Italy, thanks to the exhibition Divus Vespasianus in the town of Norcia. The exhibition will take place in nine rooms of the Museum Castellina of Norcia, and it will be dedicated to the influence of Vespasiano in Umbria. So, if you are looking for a 4 star luxury hotel in Umbria, Sunflower Group, 3 star and 4 star hotels in Rome and Umbria, proposes Antica Dimora alla Rocca, luxury hotel near Perugia, Assisi and Spoleto. This amazing accommodation in Umbria is located in the historical and typical town of Trevi where it is possible to enjoy the real essence of Italy among past and present. Antica Dimora alla Rocca is the right place for a romantic stay, due to its amazing location near the main attractions of Umbria and its surroundings. However, this wonderful 4 star hotel of Umbria is suitable also for corporate travellers and special occasions like meeting, thanks to the various and comfortable congress halls equipped with the best facilities. And if you are looking for a particular elegant wedding party venue, Antica Dimora alla Rocca is able to offer the best of service and the most charming frame for unforgettable moments, thanks also to its restaurant La Prepositura. So, visit the hotel website and check your most suitable occasion and special package, book and enjoy the wonderful Umbria and its amazing special folkloristic events!

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4 star luxury hotel in  the folklore of Umbria

The next Carnival feast will be celebrated in Umbria with a huge amount of special events according to the tradition and a strong sense of fun! Every town of this amazing Italian region is glad to organize a thematic special appointment which will make your stay in Umbria amusing and interesting. Carnival, in fact, is a real occasion not only to have fun, but also to discover the local traditions of a particular place and of a specific population. The common character of the many celebrations in Italy and in Umbria are, for sure, the food, which represents one of the main aspects of the Italian Carnival with the whole tradition among past and present. Frappe and Castagnole, special sweet cooked during Carnival time, are absolutely to taste, especially by the foreign tourists who don’t know this particular kind of food, tipically Italian. They can be tasted fried or baked, according to the local recipes, but they always guarantee the real flavour of the Italian Carnival. Many locations of Umbria proposes different kinds of celebrations, giving hospitality to masked parades, food tastings, dances and games. The town of Foligno Sant’Eraclio, for example,  organizes a special Carnival for young people, as authentic tradition of the town able to attract many tourists due to its amazing masked floats parade from the whole Umbria. Also the town of Massa Martana proposes a celebration for children with dances and songs along the streets and squares of this location in province of Perugia. Then, Acquasparta, near Terni, is ready to offer the public an amazing celebration for the Carnival with masked parade, colourful floats and a huge amount of surprises to have fun and enjoy all the best of Carnival. Lugnano in Teverina, Allerona, Fabro, Ficulle and Guardea, all in province of Terni, will be the locations of numerous typical celebrations for Carnival 2010, with amazing and amusing masked parades, games, good food and lots of fun. So, for everyone who wants to take part into the Italian Carnival 2010 in the wonderful frame of Umbria, Sunflower Group, luxury 4 star hotels in Rome and Umbria, proposes Antica Dimora alla Rocca. This luxury 4 star hotel in Trevi is located near the main attractions of Umbria like Perugia, Assisi and Spoleto, and it is the right accommodation to enjoy the amazing celebrations of Carnival 2010. So, don’t wait anymore, go to Antica Dimora alla Rocca website and book online at special rates!

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4 star hotel Umbria Carnival 2010

If you are looking for something special to celebrate the most romantic day of the year, the town of Terni, near Perugia, during the whole month of February, is going to be the venue of an amazing event. Frame of this wonderful celebration, which will see the participation of international guests, will be concerts, shows and exhibitions to make your stay in Umbria absolutely glad. Especially from 11^th to 14^th February, the town of Terni will be the venue of the famous event Cioccolentino 2010, an occasion to taste the flavour of chocolate and the passion of love at the same time, in the wonderful panorama of Umbria. The possibility to give their own partner half heart chocolate with a romantic message is just one of the various entertainments which compose this extraordinary special event in Umbria. In addition, for everyone who wants to learn cooking, there is also the possibility to enjoy the delicious and amusing cooking classes under the guide of authentic Italian pastry makers and chefs, and taste the amazing local recipies in a romantic location for a special unforgettable dinner. Cioccolentino is also the right event for the youngest, due to the presence of the sweet Tortino, whereas the greediest are invited to take part into the competition of eating the biggest quantity of chocolate in two minutes, with the final prize of 10 kg chocolate. All the guests will have the possibility to taste delicious cakes stand by stand, made by the most important companies, and for all the lovers of the night it is expected a cabaret show also. The event will end with the amazing international competition A Cake for Valentine’ Day where the best one will be rewarded as the winner. The whole event is organized in collaboration with Eurochocolate, and it is a very good occasion to point out the various qualities of Umbria especially as one of the best Italian locations for food and wine itineraries. And what better than an event able to mix the flavour of love with the delicious taste of chocolate? So, if you want to attend this extraordinary event and spend a romantic stay in Umbria for Valentine’ Day, Sunflower Group, luxury 4 star hotels in Rome and Umbria, proposes the Antica Dimora alla Rocca. This luxury 4 star hotel in Trevi located near Perugia and Assisi is the right venue for romantic stays due to its amazing stylish bedrooms and amenities, and a huge amount of facilities among which swimming pool, restaurant, congress hall and more. The whole structure of the Antica Dimora alla Rocca is located in different part of the town of Trevi,  looking as a real borough. The Romantic Stay special offer is just one of the amazing packages proposed by this 4 star luxury hotel relais de charme in Umbria, where you will have the possibility to learn cooking by the Cooking Class stays and enjoy the very best of Umbrian artistic attractions of the region like Assisi, Perugia, Spoleto, Bevagna, Terni, easily reachable from the Antica Dimora alla Rocca. Visit the hotel website and book online your more suitable special package to live all the special events of Umbria!

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During Christmas time Umbria is going to be full of special folkloristic events which will make all the tourists enjoy their holidays among living cribs, local products, exhibitions and amusing shows. From December 2009 to January 2010, many appointments are expected in the main locations of Umbria, so that it will be fantastic to hang around this amazing region taking part into these extraordinary occasions to have fun and relax. Massa Martana, in province of Perugia, is the location of the exhibition Cribs of Italy, from 24^th December to 6^th January 2010, which occurs every year showing the best cribs from all over the world, included the biggest one and the one made of ice. And it is absolutely wonderful to know that, at the same time, it will take place also the delicious Vinolio, a famous market exhibition to promote the local wine and the oil of Colli Martani, the area which produces these amazing and tasteful products of Umbria, so appreciated in the Italian cooking. Massa Martana, located near Perugia, is going to give hospitality also to the Nociata Festival, on 26^th December 2009, the celebration of the famous traditional torrone chocolate, made by men and women of the town, which you will have the possibility to taste during this extraordinary folkloristic occasion. On 12^th December 2009, Città di Castello, near Perugia, will be the location of the Santa Claus’ Race, organized every year for charity and now at the third edition. From 5^th December 2009 to 6^th January 2010, Città di Castello will be the venue also of the Neapolitan Cribs Exhibition, whereas till 6^th December, in Passignano sul Trasimeno, it is expected the Christmas Presents Market, in the historical centre of the town. Another interesting event is the exhibition Once upon a time at Christmas, till 6^th January 2010, in Montefalco. The event, which starts on 5^th December, will be the right occasion, for children and adults, to celebrate all together the beauties of Montefalco, among good food and wine, local craftsmanship products and a warm amusing atmosphere. The exhibition is expected to take place in several parts of the town, so that you can visit and discover the different beautiful areas of Montefalco, so famous as one of the most important locations of Umbria. Then, if you want to enjoy one or some of these amazing special events, making your Christmas time more beautiful and happier, Sunflower Group, luxury 4 star hotel in Rome and Umbria, proposes Antica Dimora alla Rocca, luxury 4 star hotel in Trevi, near Spoleto, Assisi and the main attractions of the region. Just visit the hotel website and discover the most suitable special Christmas offers holiday in Umbria, so that you can book online to enjoy all the best of Umbria at Christmas time!

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Luxury 4 star hotel in Umbria Christmas 2009

The amazing frame of Umbria, with its marvellous artistic and historical attractions, waits for you to celebrate the 2010 among culture, fun and tradition. Many Umbrian towns are glad to offer a huge amount of special events to discover the main sides of this beautiful Italian region and enjoy the new year. Also in this occasion Sunflower Group, luxury 4 star hotels in Italy, proposes the very best accommodations in Umbria to let you spend an elegant and comfortable stay. Antica Dimora alla Rocca, luxury 4 star hotel in Trevi near Spoleto, is the ideal accommodation for the 2010 Eve, so that, thanks to its strategic position, you will be able to attend the many celebrations organized in Umbria for this New Year’s Day.  Spoleto, located just a step away from Trevi, offers concerts, shows, fireworks, music and dance in the main squares of the town. Also the beautiful Assisi will give hospitality to a huge amount of special events which will conquer the spirit of the tourists and of all the citizens, such as Umbertide and Norcia which will be the venues for the New Year’s Day concert and food and wine stands, to taste the best traditional local products. Gubbio, Castiglione del Lago, Bettona, Bevagna, Perugia are only some locations where it will be possibile to celebrate the new year according to the traditions, listening to very emotional concerts, drinking, eating and dancing, in the middle of the most beautiful artistic and historical attractions of Umbria. It will be also a good occasion to taste the main Umbrian recipes with the black truffle of Norcia and the famous olive oil of Trevi, known as town of the olive oil. If you are interested in learning how to cook the main Umbrian dishes, Antica Dimora alla Rocca, luxury 4 star hotel in Umbria, organizes special cooking class stays, so that you will have the possibility to learn cooking and enjoy the beauties of this marvellous region at the same time. And for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve 2010 in Umbria, Antica Dimora alla Rocca proposes the special Package Happy New Year in Trevi from 29^th December to 1^st January 2010, including a huge amount of  occasions to make your stay in Umbria for the New Year’s Day 2010 absolutely breathtaking! So, just go on the Antica Dimora alla Rocca website and book your special package happy new year in Trevi now! Special rates are waiting for you!

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Special Package Happy New Year in Umbria 2010

Rome is one of the most beautiful venues in the world and an amazing location to celebrate the New Year’s Day. So that, also this year, the Eternal City offers a huge amount of special events to make you enjoy the main attractions of Rome in the unique atmosphere of the city. Celebrating the new year in a famous square of Rome is always trendy and absolutely amusing, due to the possibility to greet the 2010 in Piazza del Popolo, Piazza Navona or Campo de’ Fiori, singing and dancing at the sound of the Italian atmosphere which only Rome is able to give. Many shows are expected to celebrate the 2010 everywhere in Rome, like concerts which will make your stay  perfect to spend the new year’s eve in the best way! Sunflower Group, 3 star and luxury 4 star hotels in the centre of Rome, proposes different kinds of accommodations and special new year packages in the best hotels of Rome, at very convenient rates. Rouge et Noir, 4 star hotel located near the centre of Rome, is glad to bid you several special offers for the new year’s eve including a room or buffet rich dinner, possibility to celebrate the 2010 in the centre of Rome, besides discounted special packages suitable for every need. The beautiful 4 star hotel near the centre of Rome, Sunrise, proposes the special package New Year in Rome, a 2 night stay in a superior double room including buffet breakfast, with the possibility to enjoy an amazing new year’s eve dinner on request. Kolbe, the elegant 4 star hotel located in the wonderful frame of Roman Forum, offers the special package End of the Year with a 20% discount on 2 night stay, to enjoy the best celebrations of Rome in the middle of the city, one step away from Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps and Piazza del Popolo. If you look for a luxury 4 star hotel near the Vatican City, located in a quiet district, Cardinal Saint Peter proposes the New Year Rome package, suitable for every need, single, double and family room. Also Sole al Pantheon, hotel in the Pantheon square, has got the special package Happy New Year in Rome, so that you will  be able to celebrate the 2010 just in the middle of the ancient Rome! Then, enjoy your stay at Villafranca, 4 star hotel near Termini station, at Nova Domus, 4 star hotel near the Vatican Museums, with its amazing New Year package, or at Pinewood, 4 star hotel near the Vatican City, which proposes a special New Year’s eve package or at Raganelli, 3 star hotel near the Trade Fair of Rome. So, don’t wait anymore, just click on Sunflower Hotels’ website and book online your best New Year package for an unforgettable 2010 in Rome at amazing rates!

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Special Packages New Year’s Eve 2010