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Couples announcing their engagement on Hayman in February 2013 will receive an invitation to enjoy a complimentary wedding at this celebrated private island haven in Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.  Renowned for idyllic, picturesque surrounds, seclusion and incomparable service, Hayman has always inspired romance and provides the perfect setting for the ultimate marriage proposal. Couples will be invited to return to this island paradise for their nuptials, complete with wedding celebrant, a stunning ceremony location and set-up and the assistance of a professional Hayman wedding planner.

In an exclusive offer from renowned international fashion designer, Vera Wang, a $1000 gift certificate will be extended to brides toward the purchase of a bridal gown at the Vera Wang boutique at InterContinental Sydney, including personal fittings. Vera Wang has created a unique aspirational world that alludes to sensuality and youthful sophistication. Exquisite details, intricate draping and a nonchalant sense of style characterise the Vera Wang aesthetic. A native New Yorker who spent her career at the forefront of fashion, Vera Wang began a sweeping makeover of the bridal industry in 1990 with the opening of her flagship salon at the Carlyle Hotel in New York City.

Today, the salon continues to showcase collections known for sophisticated drama, feminine detailing and a modern approach to bridal design.

To set the scene for Hayman’s Month of Love, the resort is offering a Romantic Escape priced from $1455 per person twin share including:
-   3 nights’ twin share accommodation in a beautiful room
-   A 3-course romantic Twilight Dining experience for two people with a selected bottle of wine
-   Sumptuous daily buffet breakfast in Azure overlooking the Coral Sea
-   French Champagne and a chocolate plate on arrival
-   1-hour Hayman Spa treatment for two people
-   Paddle skiing, windsurfing and catamaran sailing
-   Gymnasium, sauna and steam room
-   Tennis, squash, golf putting and driving, croquet and island walks
On Valentine’s Day (14 February) Hayman will present a special evening at Fontaine, Australia’s signature resort restaurant, at which Hayman’s acclaimed Chefs will present a 7-course degustation menu whilst the resort’s Sommelier will select a beautiful collection of wines from the Hayman Cellar to accompany each of the courses.  The Fontaine Valentine’s dinner is priced at $245 per person.
For bookings and further information contact Hayman Reservations on
T + 61 7 4040 1838  1800 075 175 (Toll Free in Australia)  E reservations@hayman.com.au

WWW.HAYMAN.COM.AU

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There is no place like Paris to celebrate love! In that spirit, Shangri-La Hotel, Paris announces the new La Vie en Rose Dream Romance Package that features unforgettable moments and distinctive décor by Maud Lesur, artistic director of the hotel.
Created with brides, honeymooners and lovebirds of all ages in mind, this special offer combines the best Shangri-La Hotel, Paris has to offer with unique touches that will make this trip to Paris the experience of a lifetime.

Designed around a three-night stay and a series of custom-designed moments, La Vie en Rose includes:

- A romantic room or suite with views of the Eiffel Tower and personalised décor featuring flowers, champagne and celebration patisserie: upon arrival, guests are welcomed with signature haute couture pastries by Head Pastry Chef François Perret.

- A private, one-and-a-half-hour champagne cruise for two: guests may settle into an elegant and iconic Riva speedboat to admire the City of Light from an exceptional vantage point on the Seine. Champagne will be served throughout the trip to complement the moment.

- A three-and-a-half hour photo session with a professional photographer who will commemorate the visit with photographs taken at the guests’ favourite Paris locations. If desired, a professional hairstylist and make-up artist can be on hand for a beauty session prior to the taking of photographs (a session lasts approximately one hour). A car service will be provided, and guests will receive the photos on a CD.

- Breakfast served in the guestroom or on the terrace every morning.

- A gourmet dinner for two especially composed by Executive Chef Philippe Labbé of L’Abeille, the hotel’s Michelin-starred French gastronomic restaurant, and served on the guests’ private terrace.

- A vintage-style Lomography camera loaned by the hotel for the length of stay can be used to capture memories and take amusing tinted photographs. The photos will be developed at the end of the guests’ stay and compiled into a keepsake “carnet de voyage” scrapbook.

- Round-trip airport transfer with VIP greeting and a special Shangri-La Hotel, Paris signature gift upon arrival.

La Vie en Rose Dream Romance Package is available starting at AU$9,020 for a double room with a private terrace and view of the Eiffel Tower and AU$17,790 for a suite with a private terrace and Eiffel Tower view. The package rates are based on a three-night double occupancy stay and include VAT, visitor taxes and service.

For further information or to make a reservation, please call Shangri-La Hotel, Paris on (33 1) 5367 1941 or e-mail the reservations desk at reservations.slpr@shangri-la.com.

Alternatively, bookings can be made online at www.shangri-la.com

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‘Weddings by Luke Mangan’ is exclusively launching with an Open Day at glass brasserie on Saturday 31 March, 11am to 1pm.

With ‘inspiration’ the Open Day theme, brides and grooms-to-be will enjoy a complete sensory experience, the opportunity to meet leading celebrity chef and restaurateur Luke Mangan, sample his wedding cuisine and receive precious advice on menu planning.

Interested couples must register with their details by Friday 17 March to receive their exclusive invitation to attend at www.glassbrasserie.com.au/weddings. All guests on the day will go into a draw to win a memorable honeymoon at Hilton Surfers Paradise, home to Luke Mangan’s Salt grill, or Hilton Queenstown in New Zealand.

Luke Mangan is regarded internationally for capturing the essence of Australia’s culinary culture through his truly inspired creations. Personally selected by Danish Crown Prince Frederik and Princess Mary to create their memorable wedding banquet, Luke has cooked on special request for esteemed personalities such as Bill Clinton, Sir Richard Branson and Tom Cruise. Luke’s menu at glass brasserie gained ‘One Hat’ in the Good Food Guide 2012.

Guests will also have access to the expertise of one of Australia’s most coveted wedding planners and planner to the stars, Anthony Del Col (of Staging Connections), who will highlight a plethora of inspired wedding options at glass. A host of suppliers will also be on hand to turn wedding visions into a reality.

Group Sommelier at glass, Kim Bickley will host wine tastings from her award winning list and offer specialist tips and advice amongst glass wine bar’s visually spectacular wine cellar. Hilton Sydney rooms and unique venues Zeta Bar and Marble Bar will be available for viewing.

Luke Mangan says, “Weddings by Luke Mangan is designed for those who consider delicious cuisine and striking surrounds as key components of their wedding day. We will create a simply elegant dining experience that will enchant bride, groom and guests for years to come.”

Illuminated by natural light from a floor to ceiling glass wall that frames a magnificent view of the Queen Victoria Building, glass brasserie is a striking and flexible venue that captivates wedding guests on arrival. The restaurant’s contemporary design, striking high ceilings and inspired interior beautifully reflects Sydney’s vibrancy and culture, complimenting intimate to large weddings. With a capacity for 220 seated, guests will experience a unique approach to food and wine that will not only leave them inspired, it will live long in the memory.

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Couples announcing their engagement on Hayman in February 2012 will receive an invitation to enjoy a complimentary wedding at this celebrated private island haven in the Great Barrier Reef. Renowned for idyllic, picturesque surrounds, seclusion and incomparable service, Hayman has always inspired romance and provides the perfect setting for the ultimate marriage proposal.
Couples will be invited to return to this island paradise for their nuptials, complete with wedding celebrant, a stunning ceremony location and set-up and the assistance of a professional Hayman wedding planner.
To set the scene for this special visit to Hayman in February, the resort is presenting the Ultimate Hayman Proposal stay for couples in a fabulous Beach Villa, including a wonderful evening in celebration of Valentine’s Day, a pampering massage to be enjoyed together at award-winning Hayman Spa and scenic helicopter flights for their arrival and departure from Hayman.

The Ultimate Hayman Proposal is priced from $10,000 per couple including:

- 3 nights in a Beach Villa.The pinnacle of romantic settings for couples, these absolute beachfront villas, on the shores of Hayman, offer breathtaking uninterrupted views of the sparkling Coral Sea and beyond with unsurpassed interior appointments including a private pool. Couples will also enjoy the services of a personal Butler and special amenities including delectable dining offerings from Hayman’s Chefs and daily buffet breakfast in Azure fronting Hayman Beach and the sparkling Coral Sea.

- Perle Degustation Menu – Valentine’s Day – 14 February
In Fontaine, Australia’s signature resort restaurant, Hayman’s Chefs will be presenting their acclaimed Perle dessert, featuring a hand-crafted Valrhona White Chocolate creation draped with Depazzi white-gold earrings. The Depazzi Signature Earrings feature a pair of round flawless 11.5mm white South Sea pearls and a pair of Marquis cut GVSI diamonds in 18ct white gold – a breathtaking surprise for a special Valentine.

- 1 hour Pampering Hot Stone Massage At Hayman Spa
This massage for couples promotes a deep sense of relaxation. The Hawaiians who first used hot stone for these therapies also believe the stones draw negative energy from the body. The massage promotes blood flow and helps warm the tissues.

- Helicopter Arrival And Departure. Helitours Hayman will welcome couples on arrival at Great Barrier Reef Airport for an amazing 15-minute scenic flight over the breathtaking Whitsunday Passage to Hayman and will transport couples to the airport for their journey home.

Hayman is also presenting a Romantic Escape staying in another stunning resort location, priced from $2540 per couple including:
– 4 nights in a beautifully-appointed room
– French Champagne and handmade chocolates on arrival
– Daily buffet breakfast in Azure
– 3-course romantic dinner on the private setting including a bottle of Australian wine

Romance will live on for all couples who visit Hayman in February with a range of specially created Valentine’s Day menus in various locations throughout the resort.

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For newlyweds seeking a truly unique escape, Malta offers the perfect balance of beachside bliss and city chic, and Phoenicia Hotel at the gates of capital Valletta has the ideal getaway, with a new two-night mini-moon package which allows you to combine a short city break with a beach retreat.
Despite being only minutes from the hustle and bustle of Valletta with its glamorous waterfront, thriving cafe culture and many fascinating sights, loved-up couples will find complete sanctuary at this five-star hotel which dates back to 1939, and boasts an historic charm that you simply won’t find elsewhere.
The original features have been carefully preserved and enhanced in the recent art-deco inspired makeover and many of the 128 rooms and 8 suites offer stunning views across the Grand Harbour. The resort also boasts acres of mature gardens for a romantic stroll, whilst the impressive Bastion Pool Deck, set into the city walls, is an idyllic hideaway for a spot of secluded sunbathing. A selection of spa and holistic treatments are on offer, with his’n'hers options including the Couples’ Delight; a 60-minute massage and facial.

Honeymooners will find plenty of choice when it comes to wining and dining too; whether it’s cocktails in the Club Bar, afternoon tea in the Palm Court Lounge or a relaxed evening in the Pegasus Brasserie, whilst a romantic dinner on the terrace of the Phoenix Restaurant, enjoying spectacular views of the beautiful Marsamxett harbour, is included in the package.
The Phoenicia Hotel’s new mini-moon makes it easy to extend your stay with a beach break in Gozo – Malta’s little sister island which reputedly boasts the best stretches of sand in the Med – or another of Malta’s beachside resorts such as Mellieha Bay or Ghajn Tuffieha.
The luxury honeymoon package includes a glass of Champagne on arrival at the hotel, two nights in an Executive Harbour View Suite, boasting a separate lounge and bedroom where fresh flowers, petit fours and local wine await you, breakfast in bed on your first morning, one romantic dinner in the Phoenix Restaurant, including wine, as well as return transfers in an executive car, all for £850*. To book call 0808 238 1710 or visit www.phoeniciamalta.com
Fly to Malta direct from 16 UK airports from as little as £64.00

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In the days of Caesar and Marcus Aurelius, this “seaside resort” was the in place to be where Roman emperors would come to relax and ease away the worries of the Empire. How it has all changed and there is very little to enthuse you in the area and it is only when you get to the villa that you absorb a hint of the past grandeur. This is where John Paul Getty came to in the 1960s and restored this villa to its former glory bringing with him his assorted range of treasures. While restoring the villa, the ruins of a Roman villa were uncovered and Getty lovingly preserved the ruins and built a small museum in the villa’s basement showcasing artifacts found there, including crockery, lamps and makeup tools from the 1st century. In the 1970s Getty’s grandson was kidnapped forcing Getty to leave the country and leaving the villa completely untouched. Today this villa is a 19-room hotel and bears Getty’s heart and soul. Tapestries, antique furniture, paintings, linens……this villa is a fantasy, a serene and heavenly home, somewhere to get away from it all.

How to spend your special moments here?
- Why not have lunch on the terrace
- Savour chef Michele Gioia’s food who has contributed to the villa’s 1 Michelin star
- The majority of the fruit and vegetables served in the restaurant is grown on site; the remaining ingredients come from the finest independent local suppliers; and everything served and delivered to room or table – down to the bread, pastries, and even the jams and the condiments – is expertly made by Michele and his team.

- For a romantic candle-lit soiree why not enjoy private dining with your own personal waiter
- Take part in a cooking class
- Soak up the rays of the setting sun over the sea
- Take a dip in the indoor heated pool or why not take advantage of the villa’s private beach
- Take a walk in the garden or find yourself a quiet spot as you are surrounded by 15 acres of Italianate gardens
- Go for a bike ride and take to the paths that run along the coast
This is the perfect place to unwind and you will not want to leave and in summary this is an exceptional hotel for exceptional people.
for inquiries weddings@chictraveller.com

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Newlyweds wanting to live the life of luxury and enjoy a honeymoon in a private villa at an affordable price can do so with Crete Escapes. The villa specialist offers a 20 per cent discount at a number of villas for a single couple. Valid for travel in April, May, June, September and October, it’s ideal for honeymooners wishing to visit Crete out-of-season.
Crete Escapes specialises in self-catering accommodation in north-west Crete. This area has everything to offer; dramatic mountains, crystal clear seas, beautiful blue flag beaches, historical towns, quaint traditional villages, ancient archaeological sites and an abundance of fresh, locally grown produce to enjoy back at the villa. So there’s plenty to see and do, or couples can simply relax and enjoy long lazy days by the pool with a cocktail.

What’s more, Crete is a great choice for an out-of-season break. The spring is a good time to visit for hiking and to see the flowers in bloom. The early summer months of May and June offer a warm and pleasant climate with few crowds. September and October is perfect for swimming and other activities such as hiking as the sea is still warm and the island maintains a pleasant temperature. Villa options with discounts for couples include:
Villa Tigga: Best For Budget/Views. This two-bedroom villa with private pool boasts an elevated position with magnificent sea views across Souda Bay to the Akrotiri peninsula. Couples can watch the sunset over the bay from the outdoor dining terrace or the pretty wooden pergola. The village of Kokkino Chorio is a short 10-minute walk with a choice of shops and tavernas.

Discounted prices for couples start from £524 per week, or £262 per person.
Villa Leodis: Best For Beach/Amenities. This three-bedroom contemporary villa with private pool is ideally located only a 15-minute walk to the sandy beach of Almirida and a five-minute walk to the village of Plaka with tavernas and mini markets. The villa also benefits from sea views, spacious, open-plan accommodation and a master bedroom with en suite and direct access to the pool terrace. Discounted prices for couples start from £600 per week, or £300 per person.
Villa Nafsika: Best For Privacy/Luxury. This four-bedroom luxury villa with private pool offers the utmost in privacy and tranquillity. Set within a large plot of land on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Litsarda, there are no neighbours – just stunning views to the White Mountains and surrounded by beautiful countryside. Discounted prices for couples start from £840 per week, or £420 per person.

All properties include a welcome pack and maid service. For further information visit www.crete-escapes.com or call 01332 880413.

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Sardinia is the perfect location for couples to enjoy a romantic holiday or honeymoon. Spend a holiday on this very special and romantic island and you will have lifelong memories to treasure. Just Sardinia can recommend the perfect hotel, villa or apartment with any day arrival, any length of stay.
2011 Honeymoons
Hotel Capo d’Orso, Resort Valle dell’Erica, Park Hotel Cala di Lepre and Spa, Hotel Marinedda, Hotel Relax Torreruja and Resort & Spa Le Dune offer complimentary spa entrance, Delphina gift and a traditional Sardinian ring to honeymoon couples.
Prices from £434pppw. Book before the 28th February 2011 and receive a 15% Discount on the accommodation price – Saving up to £140.00 per person.
Hotel L’Ea Bianca

Honeymoon couples receive a 5% discount and strawberries, sparkling wine and red roses, plus a room upgrade if booked over 1 month before arrival (subject to availability).
Prices from £1568pppw. Book before the 30th April 2011 and receive a 15% Discount on the accommodation price – saving up to £560.00 per person.
Romantic Hotels & Suites for Special Occasions
Just Sardinia can recommend hotels personally chosen in exclusive locations to suit a romantic holiday, honeymoon, anniversary or special occasion and guide you to the most beautiful guest rooms and suites on the island.
Hotel Relais Villa del Golfo & Spa: Prices from £690pppw. Book before the 31st March 2011 and receive a 15% Discount on the accommodation price – Saving up to £196.00 per person.
Something Different
Combine a relaxing week in Sardinia with a few days sightseeing in the romantic Italian cities of Rome, Florence or Venice – Sardinia & Italy Combinations.
City & Country Combination: 3 nights B&B Hotel Camelia, Rome and 4 nights Hotel Villa Asfodeli – Prices from £349pp.

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You have just either tied the knot or have just celebrated your wedding in Italy and you now want to get romantic. We have thought long and hard and have come up with the following ideas to assist you in your romantic quest.

1. Walk through San Marco in the early morning… best to do this in Spring or Summer just before sunrise. It is just you and the early morning slowly stirring.

2. Take the early morning Vatican tour and get to experience the Sistine Chapel in its full glory just you, your partner and the guide. There may be some other people there however not the crowds. You will definitely be moved!

3. Get yourself organized and pre-book tickets for the Academia Gallery in Florence and get to see David in the “flesh” ……… for all you others who prefer the female form how about pre booking the Uffizi and checking out Botticelli “The birth of Venus”.

4. Watch the sunset from the terraces of Ravello over a Mimosa cocktail or even better, a Rossini!

5. Book a table for 2 with candle-light at the 2 star Michelin Villa Crespi and enjoy one of the tasting menus which have been designed with you in mind.

6. Drive from a selection of classic convertibles including Alfa Romeo duetto 1967, MG MIDGET 1968, and AC COBRA 1977 to name but a few. We highly recommend that you choose to do this on the Amalfi Coast. The leather gloves, the foulard, the soft breeze in your hair, the dramatic scenery….

7. A romantic and private boat tour for 2 on Lake Como with your chilled bottle of Italian Sparkling wine. Admire the lakeside villas which beckon you – Villa d’Este, Villa Erba, Villa Olmo, Villa Fontanelle, Villa Cassinella, the wonderful Villa Balbianello, Villa Carlotta……

8. Enjoy chocolate cuddles in Montecatini with an anti-age “Choco Energy” face treatment followed by a slimming-energizing “Choco Minceur” body treatment based on the properties of cocoa, chocolate, black pepper and honey. If you fancy something a little more wine based… go for a purifying rebalancing wine treatment with a Chianti Sangiovese grape must body scrub with massage followed by an ozone bath with wine nectar (Virgin Red Grape Juice), facial muscle toning massage and gel masks with Chardonnay Grapes from Lake Garda, strawberry juice and raspberry honey.

9. Enjoy wine tasting in the Roman cellars of this excellent restaurant in Piazza Erbe in the historical centre of Verona. With over 600 labels and a total of 7000 bottles managed and cared for by qualified and highly competent staff. Or if you fancy something a little more intimate try a candle-lit dinner for 2 in the cellar with your own personal waiter for the night.

10. Why not spend 1 night in this wonderful hotel and enjoy a bottle of the veneto’s finest in the evening under Juliet’s balcony, just you, your partner and the stillness of the courtyard.

11. Try something a little different and stay in this “unique” art hotel where reality and fantasy seem to coexist in every room. For all you lovers we suggest – La Torre di Sigismondo, an art room created by the movie director Raoul Ruiz. With a huge round bed which revolves and occupies the entire space of the tower. Guests have the opportunity of opening up the roof revealing the starry sky.

12. What about a night at the opera? With so much romance to choose from: La Boheme at La Fenice in Venice in February/March; Romeo & Juliet at La Scala in Milan in June; Madame Butterfly in Teatro Petruzzelli Bari in July…..

13. Why not take part in the Venice Carnival and dress up for the occasion. Choose from the Commedia dell’Arte (costumes of 16thcentury Italian theatrical characters), historical costumes of the ages, 1700 Veneziano to fancy dress. With this comes all the accessories, the masks, the hats, the gloves, the shoes…..Be part of the mystery and make it romantic.

14. Enjoy a long bath and we have the perfect tub for you at this unique hotel Philippe Starck is in full swing here and the bathtub is just to die for… smooth and soft like marble allowing you to reach the height of total relaxation. Add some essential oils to your water, rose petals and a few candles and I guarantee you will not want to come out.

15. When choosing your Italian coastal property, make sure that you opt for the room with an external Jacuzzi.

16. Stay in our candle-lit cave in the heart of Matera.

17. Hire a Vespa in Rome and discover the hidden treasures which await. Become Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn for the day.

18. In this section there are 3 things we feel will add to a romantic soiree a deux… Pizza in Naples. Particularly good pizzerias in Naples are rewarded with a vera pizza emblem. Some of the best are Brandi, the Lombardi in Via Benedetto Croce, 59, and last but not least da Pasqualino in Piazza Sannazzaro 78/9. The Neopolitans eat their pizza with beer and when all is finished head to the Gran Caffè La Caffettiera in Piazza dei Martiri for a good cup of coffee and then end your evening with a Gelato (ice-cream)…and here are some of the best Naples has to offer…Bilancione in Via Posillipo 238, Otranto in Via Scarlatti 78, which specialises in seasonal fruit ice creams. Chalet Ciro a Mergellina in Via Caracciolo and not forgetting Gran Bar Riviera in Riviera di Chiaia 181 and Remy Gelo in Via F. Galiani 30.

19. A balloon trip for 2 over Tuscany.

20. Head out to your own Italian island retreat. Check out destinations like Pantelleria, Salina, Elba, Ponza, Stromboli…….. many more hidden gems.

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Le Mas Candille is a stunning 5 star luxury hotel that offers an eclectic blend of traditional architecture, contemporary amenities and service that matches attention with discretion. A member of Relais & Châteaux, the hotel offers 46 beautifully designed guestrooms, including seven suites, two restaurants including One Michelin star ‘Le Candille’ restaurant and poolside restaurant La Pergola, three swimming pools and the first Shiseido Spa in Europe. The hotel is set in 4.5 hectares of grounds, located between Cannes and Grasse in the village of Mougins, in the South of France. Le Mas Candille is conveniently situated only 7km from Cannes and 20 minutes drive from Nice International Airport, it offers a central but rural retreat location to enjoy the bustle of the city of Cannes and explore the French Riviera.
Le Mas Candille in Mougins, Côte d’Azur is a stylish destination for honeymooners looking to celebrate their recent nuptials or even couples seeking the ultimate romantic getaway.
The romance package includes overnight accommodation in a spacious deluxe room with mountain view and terrace, buffet breakfast and champagne and red roses on arrival.
Guests can enjoy a 60 minute treatment each of their choice in the Shiseido Spa followed by a relaxing wander through the Japanese spa gardens which are an idyllic setting in which to unwind. Enjoy the hydrotherapy pool, Jacuzzi, and sauna, or reenergize your body in the fitness centre.

In the evening you will dine in the Michelin-starred Le Candille restaurant where an 8 course gastronomic dinner will be served. You can dine by candlelit on the Spa terrace with breathtaking views, all the ingredients you need for an unforgettable, romantic meal.
The surrounding area boasts a romantic setting with fabulous food, wine tasting and shopping; with the opportunity to explore Mougins, Grasse, Cannes and the Lérins Islands amongst others during your stay. Le Mas Candille is set within 40,000 square metres of parkland, great for a romantic stroll, with beautiful views over the valley towards Grasse and the Pre-Alps.

The romance package at Le Mas Candille is €1060 in low season for two people per night in a deluxe double room, €1260 during mid season and €1460 in high season.
Supplement on week-ends: 200 €.

Package Includes:-
* Overnight stay in an Mountain View Deluxe room
* Buffet breakfast in the morning
* Bouquet of red roses
* Champagne in your room upon arrival
* 8-course gastronomic dinner including beverages
* A 60 minute spa treatment per person
* Access to the hotel’s pools, jacuzzi, sauna and fitness centre
All bookings can be made via reservations@lemascandille.com

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