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Hell in the Cave

July 29th, 2011

Dante’s Inferno Brought to Life

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The Grottoes of Castellana are a magical underworld of calcareous caves filled with amazing stalagmite and stalactite sculptures. Discovered in Puglia in 1938, the Grottoes are one of the most important series of natural underground caves in Italy and Europe, not only because of their size, but above all for their spectacular natural galleries and wealth of crystalline concretions. They are always worth a visit – especially in the summer, when the natural underground air-conditioning is a welcome relief from the heat.

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Starting this year, there is another fascinating reason to visit. Every Saturday and Sunday evening the caves are the site of a theatrical event called “Hell in the Cave” which combines the celebrated verses of the Divine Comedy with multimedia projections, aerial choreography, and incredible characters who wander amidst the calcareous formations. This is an extraordinary experience during which the confines between spectators and actors blur in the shadowy atmosphere of Dante’s masterpiece.

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La Grave, the first cavern as you descend, is the perfect natural stage for this show of poetry, music, demons and damned, amidst special lighting effects and enchanting choreography.

Dante’s verses have not been altered, but the originality of the drama lies in the multimedia staging dimension: the audio- light system, arranged by the same company in charge of the Sistine Chapel, the technology for the acrobatic dance choreography, the costumes and the original soundtrack. All this, after you have descended into the bowls of the earth, leads to an evocative and memorable experience.

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Actors, dancers and acrobats take on the role of demons and damned to lead the public through the emotions of love, envy, craving for money and lust found in the caverns of Dante’s hell. From Charon to Paolo and Francesca, from Chaco to Ulysses to Count Ugolino, all of the Florentine writer’s most famous characters are present. The only figure in human clothes is that of Lucifer. This innovative theatrical experience will capture your imagination and guide you on an extraordinary adventure. Be ready to cross the darkness into the “city of woe”!

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To participate, book now, as seating is limited.


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Summer Events 2011 in Costa Smeralda

July 19th, 2011

Concerts and events for a Special Summer 2011

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Sea, sun and fun: these are the top ingredients of every holiday in Costa Smeralda! The summer events organized in Costa Smeralda are a must for people who love the charming atmosphere of the Costa, ruled by luxury and elegance.

Every year, the Starwood Luxury Collection organize a series of events with big national and international artists. In the past 2010 edition, Anastacia and Simply Red have been the summer protagonists of the events in Costa Smeralda.

This Summer 2011, events with other important Stars are organized. Are you ready to plan your holiday to Sardinia?


July 30th  – The beautiful British singer-songwriter Leona Lewis at Cala di Volpe Hotel
August 12th – The big artist Mika will delight guests of Cala di Volpe Hotel

These events are opened both for guests of Cala di Volpe Hotel (with a supplement on the half-board basis) and for external guests (with a different rate).

Starred Michelin chefs will enchant the guests with their exquisite dishes, following this calendar:

July 14th : Pitrizza Hotel
July 21th: Pescatore Restaurant
July 28th: La Pergola Restaurant
August 4th: Romazzino Hotel
August 11th: Pitrizza Hotel
August 18th: Cala di Volpe Hotel
August 25th: Grill

These events are opened both for guests of Starwood Luxury Collection Hotels (with a supplement on the half-board basis) and for external guests (with a different rate).

Other special events are organized for guests of Starwood Hotels!

Beach Around Program – Exclusively for Cervo Hotel guests
Guests who book in full board will have free access to the others charming beaches of the Starwood Luxury Collection Hotels

Family & Children activities at Cervo Hotel
Special Activities are organized for little guests:

Pevero Golf Summer Camp (8-18 yrs)
Cervo Tennis (Claudio Panatta Tennis Academy, 6-16 yrs)
Fishing (Long Beach Charter Fishing Team, 8-18 yrs)
Cervino Kids Club with sport activities (3-12 yrs)

Enjoy Summer in Costa Smeralda, ask for more info!

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Summer events 2010: Live Concerts at Cala di Volpe Hotel

July 1st, 2010

Simply Red and Anastacia: live music in the exclusive Costa Smeralda!!!


Luxury and exclusivity are the keywords. Costa Smeralda, place of encounters of the national and international jet set as well as true paradise for sea lovers, is specialized in offering the best services to its guests. Among the best accommodations in Costa Smeralda we recall of course Starwood Hotels: Cervo, Pitrizza, Romazzino and Cala di Volpe are among the most prestigious Hotels in the area.

Each Season, Cala di Volpe Hotel organizes a Gala Dinner with live music, where national and international artists are invited to perform during the dinner in an exclusive setting.

The Dinner consists in a gastronomic buffet with international and regional specialties, served next to the pool overlooking the spectacular Cala di Volpe bay.

In the past years, many popular musicians have performed here: Barry White, Lionel Richie, Claudio Baglioni, Michael Bolton, Andrea Bocelli, Laura Pausini, Duran Duran and Craig David.

In this enchanting setting facing the transparent emerald sea two international artists will be present this summer: Simply Red and Anastacia.

Simply Red will make their exhibition on July, 30th. The English pop soul band and its leader Mick Hucknall will propose their biggest success like “Fake”, “Come to my aid”, “Starts”.


The big voice of Anastacia will delight the guests of Cala di Volpe on August, 12th. The winner of 225 gold and platinum awards will propose her most popular songs, like “Not that kind”, “I’m outta love”, “Paid my dues”.

Additionally, the special dinner will be completed by a spectacular fireworks show!!

The special evening is open to all guests of Cala di Volpe Hotel (who can confirm their attendance with a supplement) as well as to external guests.

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