Descrizione
A charming seaside village,Portofinohas remained an enduring favorite among the jet set for over a century. Its secret?Splendido. Opened in 1902, thislegendary hotelhas welcomed icons such as Ava Gardner, Clark Gable, Elizabeth Taylor, Denzel Washington, Madonna and Beyoncé, to name just a few. Despite itshigh-profile guest list, Portofino is the epitome ofLa dolce vita, a spirit mirrored in the hotel itself. Once aSixteenth-Century Benedictine monastery,Splendidohas been beautifully updated for the twenty-first century byBelmond.
More recently,interior designer Martin Brudnizki and landscape designer Marco Bayrenovated the hotel reviving its rich heritage. Whether it is the opening of the vibrantBar Baratta Sedicior the addition of the first permanentDior Spain Italy, Belmond has ensured a new era of splendor atSplendido.
Splendido: The Radiant Stage of Portofinois organized in thematic chapters, the many facets of the property come to life through Matthew Bell’sinformative prose and the sumptuous imageryby various photographers. Delve into the noble tale of an old woman who saved Portofino from ruin. Get lost in the bucolic charm ofLa Portofinese Eco-Farm. Discover the majesticVilla Beatrice, where no detail is overlooked. As part of a new series in collaboration with Belmond, this book offers an exclusive glimpse intoone of the world’s most luxurious and storied properties— an invitation to explore the timeless allure ofSplendidoand the magic of Portofino.
Splendido: The Radiant Stage of Portofinois the first of Assouline’s newLegendary Destinationsseriesas part of theClassics Collection, which celebratesthe lifestyle and history of Belmond’s most iconic propertiesthrough the lens of contemporary travel. Striking imagery and thoughtful storytelling transport the reader to magical locales and one-of-a-kind experiences. The books offer richly colored covers complete with a compelling photo that acts as a window into this world. These timeless keepsakes are designed to capture the essence of each destination and become an enduring part of the guest experience.
Edition: 2025
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