The Grand Emperor Suite

A city within the city, a journey within the journey through thousands of years of history. Located in the heart of the city the Jewish Ghetto boasts a community of sixteen thousand people. One of the most fascinating communities in the world thanks to its incredible mix of multiculturalism. Guided by members of the Jewish Community of Rome you will become immersed in the monuments that line its streets and alleys, participating in the still lively life of the community. You will learn its anecdotes, and travel beyond history. You will visit the Jewish Museum and the synagogues, and will taste the delicacies of the many restaurants and bakeries that populate the area.

Lie down on your bed with your eyes closed and let yourself be guided by the skilled fingers of an expert massage therapist. Let an artist’s performance of the most touching melodies and lyrics of Italian song and poetry wash over you and lead you to a state of "inspired relaxation". Stretch your daily physical and emotional tensions and achieve inspiration through emotion. Our therapist will work on your meridians and circulation of energy to restore vitality to your organs, enhancing your emotional perception. The words of Domenico Modugno, Mina, Patti Pravo, Luigi Tenco, Dante, Gaber, Benigni, Collodi, Tomasi di Lampedusa, Dario Fo, Boccaccio and many more will carry you straight to the center of your heart.

A short walk from via del Corso, immersed in the festive and chaotic atmosphere of the Roman center, an epigraph marks the entrance of an elegant and simple church: it is Santa Maria in Via, home to a miraculous freshwater spring. The legend tells of a miracle that occurred here in 1256. There is a chapel with an altar inside the building in the far right corner. On this stands an image of the Madonna del Pozzo. This is a symbol of the wooden tablet that the owners of the stable that is now the church saw floating in the water of their well. This is where the chapel was built and where to date the faithful continue to drink water, which is said to have miraculous properties. The journalist will explain what extremely rare organoleptic characteristics make this water so pure, without betraying the mystical and suggestive atmosphere of this little Lourdes in the heart of Rome.

Start on the Aventine Hill, the beauties of which have been sung by poets like Carducci and D’Annunzio, and discover the scents and charm of the Parco Savello, the Garden of Oranges where Saint Dominic planted the first bitter orange tree, which to this day you can still find there. Peek through the famous “keyhole” of the Priory of the Knights of Malta, through which the Vatican Cupola will appear in a new, breathtaking perspective. Move to the Gianicolo terrace and its unique view of Rome. A true Renaissance treasure, which also holds the Tempietto del Bramante. Finally, on the opposite side of the city, inside the magnificent Villa Borghese, you will find the terrace of the Pincian Hill.

Perhaps few know that Rome’s history is far more unconventional than Greece when it comes to sexuality. This emotional journey will take you inside the sophisticated and eccentric ZouZou, first sensual entertainment boutique in the city. Amongst the beauty and intricate design of the objects on display, which include some of the most exclusive artists in this field (including Shiri Zinn, designer of the collection of Crystal Dildos exhibited at the Museum of Sex in New York), the erotic novelist will share the history of sexuality from the time of Imperial Rome and the passionate execution of Messalina to present days.

A privileged itinerary to discover Romeo’s deli and bakery through unique products: cheeses and artisanal salamis, with local bread and a glass of wine, listening to the history of each single bite.

Tasting, as you may know, is not only about taste, just like listening is not only about sound. It is a real sensual and sensory experience that involves all the senses, even the sixth. An exciting journey in one of the most famous restaurants in the world led by culinary experts who know the raw materials they choose just like a scientist would, but who are also acutely aware of the human soul and the emotional functioning of human beings, and are capable of uniting the knowledge of the latter and the former in what industry insiders call neuro-enogastronomy.

"EUR" is the acronym for European Universal Exhibition. And it is no coincidence, because the neighborhood was created specifically to host the eponymous event in 1942. Designed in 1935, it was finally completed 15 years later, following World War II. Dominated by urban rationalism and architecture that clearly recalls the Roman Classical style, typical of the fascist period, in recent years EUR has began a new season of splendor, thanks to high value development projects such as the “Nuvola”, an ambitious project designed by architect Massimiliano Fuksas. The walk will end with a visit to the local Sunday market, a delightful mix of antiques and trinkets.

Rome, art and the Papacy. An indissoluble relationship that is perfectly exemplified by the art collection amassed by Scipione Borghese, nephew of the newly elected Pope Paolo V Borghese in the early 17th century. Thus began the construction of the Villa Borghese, which would become the treasure chest to one of the world’s most important private art collections. Let yourself be overwhelmed by Raphael, Titian, Caravaggio and Canova in the Galleria Borghese, symbol of the Roman aristocracy.