Launched by the Varese Welcome Foundation #Varese DoYouBike? is range of offers and integrated services for cycle tourism in the Lombardy city and its province.

Nature, culture and local attractions

Experiencing Varese on two wheels means cycling through pre-Alpine landscapes, discovering small villages, churches and hermitages. All immersed in a beautifully charming and natural setting. and with circular routes around the lakes. These routes also reveal artistic and historical treasures and wonderful natural landscapes.

Itineraries for all levels of bike enthusiast 

With over 40 itineraries, in six areas, divided by duration, difference in altitude, length and difficulty the network of cycle paths connects the main attractions and run along some of the most important lakes and rivers. They also englobe parks, cultural sites including castles, religious monuments, museums and historic villas. On the itineraries there are e-bike charging stations while a group of certified and passionate guides is ready to accompany bikers on each route.

A website that makes it easy to plan biking holidays

With the aim of promoting the natural and cultural wealth of the province of Varese, the Varese Do you bike?(www.varesedoyoubike.it) website has everything needed to plan exciting excursions. Just choose the dates, the difficulty of the routes, the type of hotel and the places to stop for lunch and that's it. It offers all the rest, from assistance, maps and equipment hire to refreshment points, bike hotels, e-bike charging points, restaurants and bike-friendly public establishments. Along the routes there are plenty of areas to park bikes and recharge the batteries, perhaps during a lunch break, and rhere are all the accessories needed to keep the bikes in good working order. The six areas of interest include the Valli del Verbano, Lago Maggiore, Campo dei Fiori, Piambello, Valle Olona and Ticino. 

Itineraries for all ages and interests

There are various types of itineraries like those suitable for families with children aged 10 and over. This category includes cycle paths and dirt roads that are not difficult. Then there are routes for cycle tourism, for those with average training levels who are able to cover distances of more than 40 km on medium technical routes. And finally, there is sport tourism, for advanced cyclists who are technically prepared and able to ride distances of over 60 km and/or on challenging technical trails. The Varese Welcome Foundation was created by the Varese Chamber of Commerce to meet the needs of a province that aims to become increasingly attractive to tourists. 

The Hotel de Bonart Naples welcomes the first Neapolitan branch of the Finarte auction house to its premises. 

The hotel has over 150 art works 

Creating new synergies for collectors, enthusiasts and refined travellers, this opening of the Finarte auction house is thanks to the Caracciolo Group hotel’s strong link with art. In fact the hotel has over 150 works by artists from the  Campania region. For guests it also organizes art talks, meetings with experts and collectors dedicated to the art market and the management of collections. It also organizes valuation days, allowing anyone interested in buying, selling or enhancing their assets and collections to take advantage of specialized advice.

Costanzo Jannotti PecciPromoting the Campania art scene

“Our group has always believed in the intellectual vocation of Naples, a city with an incredible cultural propensity,-  explains Caracciolo's CEO, Costanzo Jannotti Pecci. -The Hotel de Bonart Naples is more than just a place of hospitality; it serves as a true hub for exclusive art experiences. We have always showcased a collection of artists and provide opportunities to engage with prominent figures from the Campania art scene.

The first 5-star hotel on the Paganella Plateau in Trentino is the Solea Boutique & Spa Hotel in Fai della Paganella which has repositioned itself at the top end of the market. 

A vision that reflects on a changing community

The announcement was made by Visit Paganella, the local tourism board. “Our territory is endlessly evolving and adapting, perpetually challenging itself while embracing a forward-thinking and innovative approach rooted in quality over quantity. This new achievement represents another milestone in the ongoing and significant transformation that began in 2019, driven by a vision aimed at reflecting on the changes the community is undergoing,- says director Luca D'Angelo.   - This process strengthens resilience and fosters a forward-thinking mindset, developing models that address current challenges by blending innovation, tradition, and authenticity, all in perfect harmony with the local environment.”

Pet-friendly and a luxury all-inclusive formula

The expansion of Solea's services includes new designer rooms, a yoga room dedicated to wellness and an expanded programme of activities. The facility is also pet-friendly and is designed to meet the most varied needs: from romantic holidays for couples, to stays for groups of friends, to solutions dedicated to travellers with disabilities as well as companies looking for spaces for meetings and team building. Great attention has also been paid to the luxury all-inclusive formula. 

Attention to sustainability 

For the hotel obtaining its fifth star is the crowning achievement of a process of constant growth and improvement. A fundamental pillar of this change has been the attention to sustainability with the Solea Boutique & Spa Hotel adopting concrete practices to reduce its environmental impact, using local and green materials for renovations, implementing technologies for energy and water saving and collaborating with local companies.

“Immersing our guests in the beauty and culture of Trentino”

“For us, the arrival of the fifth star is a starting point, not a finishing line,- says hotel manager Simona Cavicchi. -We will continue to innovate, introducing new personalized experiences, expanding our services and strengthening our bond with the local area. We already have plans for new collaborations with local suppliers, and exclusive activities to immerse our guests in the beauty and culture of Trentino. Our goal is to maintain and exceed the standards that have allowed us to reach this important milestone.” 

Aeroporti di Roma is an official partner of the Jubilee 2025 Pilgrim's Card, the free digital card reserved for pilgrims from all over the world, and available on the official Iubilaeum25 app.

Airport and city benefits

Among the opportunities offered by Aeroporto di Roma to Pilgrim’s Card holders are flights at affordable rates, with the option of a stopover in the Rome, which can be booked on the FlyandVisitRome. com.  Other benefits are the free Q-Pass service to book appointments at security checks, access to Airport in The City which, at Roma Termini station, allows, at discounted rates, for ITA Airways flights, free check-in and luggage transport as well as a luggage storage service for all airlines.

Duty-free discounts and personal shoppers

Discounts at the Aelia Lagardere Duty Free are also included, as well as the opportunity to take advantage of the Personal Shopper service, get all the information needed about shopping inside the airport, and Book A Table to reserve a table in advance in one of the restaurants inside Rome’s Fiumicino Airport. Throughout the Jubilee year, an information desk, staffed by volunteers from the Department for Evangelization, will be available to pilgrims in the Arrivals area of Terminal 1 of the airport. 

Extra night trains into Rome

Thanks to the commitment of Ferrovie dello Stato and the Lazio Region, from 2024 all passengers arriving at Fiumicino will have the option of travelling to the capital at night, with the addition of two extra Leonardo Express trains connecting the airport with Roma Termini Station. On the same route 128 trains already operate daily, in addition to the direct Frecciarossa trains (3 departures and 3 arrivals), to and from Naples, Florence, Bologna, Ferrara, Padua and Venice.

A cycle path to explore the airport area

To boost the integration of Fiumicino Airport with the surrounding area, in January ADR inaugurated the new Pedalaria 3.5-kilometre cycle path will be used not only by workers and the airport community, but also by pilgrims who want to explore the cultural and natural beauty of the area around the airport. “As a partner of the 2025 Jubilee, Aeroporti di Roma is committed to offering pilgrims arriving in the capital an increasingly high-quality welcome and efficient services that focus on safety, innovation, inclusion and sustainability. I am sure that, as the first point of contact with Rome, Leonardo da Vinci will confirm itself as the best calling card for those arriving in Italy,” said  Aeroporti di Roma’s chariman, Vincenzo Nunziata.

A 5-star boutique Bianca Relais with ten rooms is located on the shores of Lake Annone, in Oggiono, not far from Lake Como. 

Managed by the Rocca Family’s R Collection

Already announced a few months ago Bianca Relais is officially opening under the new management of the Rocchi family's R Collection. “We are enriching our portfolio with a place that meets the needs of those who want an immersive experience in nature, without sacrificing proximity to the main points of interest,” says brand director Ludovica Rocchi.

Private Jacuzzis on the balcony

The property is set in natural surroundings on the shores of the lake with a view of the pre-Alpine peaks. The room types range from Classic with a garden view, to Spa Junior Suites with garden or lake views, and Spa Suites with garden or lake view. With contemporary design and natural materials they have a private spa with a panoramic Jacuzzi on the private balcony, while the suites also have a steam bath.

A spa and a fine dining restaurant with authentic cuisine

The Relais also offers an Erre Spa, equipped with a Hammam, sauna and sensory shower for complete mind and body regeneration. Bianca Relais offers tailor-made experiences with personalized massages and beauty treatments, as well as immersive activities in direct contact with nature, such as regenerating walks in the garden, panoramic workouts, mindfulness sessions and yoga under the olive trees. To complete the offer, there is a gym with a lake view, as well as spaces for corporate events, weddings and private celebrations. The fine dining restaurant Bianca sul Lago, under the guidance of chef Andrea Cannalire, offers authentic cuisine inspired by the the lake and the mountains, while Drop is a lounge bar for an aperitif or an after-dinner drink surrounded by nature.

HNH Hospitality has been awarded the management of the 5-star Cavallerizza Reale, which will be a Radisson Collection. 

A 130-room hotel due to open in 2028

The hotel will be the redevelopment of a portion of the Cavallerizza Reale in Turin, a historic building which is a UNESCO world heritage site and is the result of an agreement between the Mestre-based group and CDP Real Asset SGR, owners of the building. The complex's conversion, for a total investment of some €35 million, to be carried out by CDP will be to a 130-room hotel, scheduled to open in 2028 and branded Radisson Collection. 

“Culture represents a formidable driving force for urban regeneration”

The design has been entrusted to the Genius Loci Architettura studio in Florence and fully respects the existing buildings and their historical context, and will be both sustainable and energy saving, while the interior design, by HNH, has been entrusted to the Marco Piva studio in Milan. “Turin once again demonstrates how culture represents a formidable driving force for urban regeneration,-  says Giancarlo Scotti, real estate director of CDP and CEO of CDP Real Asset SGR. -The transformation of our portion of the Cavallerizza Reale into a hotel not only adds to the city's range of luxury hotels and boosts its role as a tourist destination, it also complements the entire redevelopment initiative for the complex that we are promoting with the municipality of Turin, the Compagnia di San Paolo foundation, the University of Turin and Polo delle Arti.”

Enhancing Turin as a tourist destination of excellence

“We are thrilled to be part of this prestigious project, which combines our experience in high-end hospitality with a historic building of inestimable cultural value such as the former Cavallerizza Reale,- adds HNH CEO Luca Boccato. - Managing the new facility under the Radisson Collection brand represents an important opportunity for us to consolidate our presence in the luxury segment and contribute to the enhancement of Turin as a tourist destination of excellence.” 

Invel is investing in the hybrid hospitality operator YellowSquare and focusing on expansion in Southern Europe.

Aiming to develop 5,000 beds under management

With the aim of investing €200 million to acquire, develop and operate new facilities in Italy and in the main cities of Southern Europe, for a total 5,000 beds under management, a new strategic partnership has been launched between the private equity operator Invel Real Estate and YellowSquare.  The hybrid hospitality company YellowSquare is already active in Rome, Milan and Florence.

YellowSquare ended 2023 with over 100,000 guests

The operation involves the creation of a new investment vehicle 100% owned by Invel, which will acquire and develop assets in Italy, Spain, Greece and Portugal, transforming them into new facilities managed by YellowSquare. At the same time, Invel will subscribe to a capital increase in YellowSquare, becoming one of the company's main shareholders. The deal is expected to close at the end of the first quarter of 2025. YellowSquare ended 2023 with more than 100,000 guests and total revenues of €14.4 million, an increase of 37% over 2022, confirming a trend of continuous growth.

“With YellowSquare we share a strategic vision and core values.”

“The agreement with YellowSquare is to meet the ever-increasing demand for hybrid solutions for the hospitality market in the main tourist destinations in Southern Europe,- says Gabriele Magotti, chief investment officer Invel. -This joint venture represents a milestone in our investment strategy in the hospitality sector, aimed at identifying and developing assets that meet the needs of an increasingly international and experience-oriented clientele. The partnership also allows us to combine YellowSquare's distinctive operational know-how with our expertise in real estate development and enhancement, laying the foundations for a reference platform in the Southern European market. We are excited to embark on this journey together with the YellowSquare team, with whom we share a strategic vision and core values.” 

Bringing a hybrid hospitality model to new cities

“With Invel we have found an ideal strategic partner who shares our objectives and values,-  adds Fabio Coppola, co-founder and chief visionary officer of YellowSquare. -Our goal has always been to create authentic connections between travellers and local communities, transforming each property into a meeting point, where people can share experiences, work, have fun and feel part of a global community. With this partnership we will be able to expand our network, bringing our hybrid hospitality model to new cities and creating new spaces for those looking for a travel experience that goes beyond just an overnight stay.”

Openings planned in Turin, Venice and Bologna

In Italy the next openings, which will be announced in the coming months, are planned for Turin, Venice and Bologna, helping to further strengthen the presence of the YellowSquare brand in Italy. Invel boasts significant experience in the hospitality sector, managing over 2,000 keys in the Mediterranean area thanks to its vertically integrated operational platform specializing in residential projects and luxury hospitality.