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CONTACT info@borgoegnazia.com, +39 080 225 5000

STAY La Egnazia Size 1,350 sq ft Nightly rate from $1,490

The most peaceful and magnificent suite, La Egnazia features two separate day areas: a large living space and a relaxation area with a decorative stone fireplace. The massive bedroom is equipped with a super-king-size bed as well as a sybaritic en-suite bathroom with a grand stone tub and a double shower. The plunge pool and exquisite patio make a true ‘secret garden,’ perfect for honeymooners and privacy seekers, who can also enjoy breathtaking vistas from the spacious terraces. Vair means true in Apulian dialect and, indeed, true well-being can be found at Vair spa, a 21,500-sq-ft temple dedicated to the care of body and soul. Talented therapists, experts in naturopathy, psychosomatics, aromatherapy, Kneipp hydrotherapy and more, work with guests discreetly and with integrity, turning even the smallest treatment into a unique experience. All the Vair programs are beautiful journeys, full of poetry and refined details, oriented to achieve inner happiness through the body and gratification of the senses. The sophisticated pleasures of fine food and the best Apulian tradition blend at this one-of-a-kind restaurant, a place for those who seek an unparalleled culinary experience. Executive chef Domingo Schingaro offers a complex and authentic ‘auteur cuisine,’ where local recipes are revamped through skillful creative cooking methods and carefully selected ingredients. Contact Donato Marzolla, manager, +39 0802 2553 51, due.camini@borgoegnazia.com GOLF San Domenico Golf Par 72 The 18-hole course, accented with rich Mediterranean flora, provides a stunning view of the blue Adriatic from every hole, with DINE Due Camini RELAX Vair

Borgo Egnazia

Borgo Egnazia SAVELLETRI DI FASANO, ITALY

Open all year round, Borgo Egnazia was designed to blend with the nearby Apulian village of Savelletri di Fasano, where the hills of the Itria Valley gently fall away to the Adriatic Sea. The resort is a tribute to traditional regional architecture, incorporating hand-cut tufo stone and featuring small windows and porches typical of the region. Borgo Egnazia is a miniature world featuring homemade Apulian breakfasts, a revolutionary spa oriented to the achievement of inner happiness through the body and gratification of the senses, two beautiful private beaches and the scenic San Domenico golf course, surrounded by ancient olive trees and featuring views that stretch to the sea. And then there’s the impeccable service: tailored, friendly and caring, our dedicated team of local advisers is always available to guests. The gastronomic offerings at Borgo Egnazia’s six restaurants, meanwhile, are crafted by Domenico Schingaro to reflect local Apulian traditions. The Borgo, the family-friendly heart of the property, is recognizable by its entrance arches, narrow streets with Apulian names, amazing piazza, iconic clock tower and 92 guest townhouses. Outside this are 29 villas with private gardens and pools that are perfect for those who want absolute privacy. Finally, and quite simply, there is the incomparable beauty of the Apulian countryside. At Borgo Egnazia, you will find a fresh and original feeling unlike anywhere else.

the sweeping sea wind adding to the player’s joys. Golf pro Pietro Cosenza, info@sandomenicogolf.com, +39 0804 8292 00

AWARDS Condé Nast Traveller Spa Awards, Most Life-Changing Experience, 2017 (UK Edition) Boutique Hotel Awards, World’s Best Wellness Spa, 2017 World Luxury Restaurant Awards, Haute Cuisine, 2017 Virtuoso Best of the Best Awards, Hotel of the Year, 2016 European Hospitality Awards, Best Hotelier of the Year, 2016

Borgo Egnazia Savelletri di Fasano 72015 Brindisi, Italy borgoegnazia.com

Photo Jacob Sjoman