Travellers who wish to take in the splendour of the Tuscan city of Florence on a limited budget may be in luck. (Featured image by Merrion Charles)
Holidaymakers can now take advantage of a 20-30 per cent discount on a stay at the stunning Il Salviatino hotel when booked through Merrion Charles by December 31 2012.
Set in the hills where Florence meets Fiesole, Il Salviatino offers visitors the ideal combination of atmospheric rooms, exceptional cuisine, attentive staff and an outstanding treatment centre, as well as spectacular views of Florence.
Those who are keen to explore the famous Renaissance city can do so via a complimentary shuttle into the centre of Florence before returning to the hotel to fully unwind with an aperitivi on the terrace.
The range of facilities on offer at the hotel include a spa, outdoor swimming pool (open May to October), gym and a restaurant/bar.
A stay in the OJETTI suite on a half board basis with a massage for two, depending on the season, is an average of €1,700. With the Merrion Charles offer this would be reduced to €980. You can visit merrioncharles.com in order to book.
Holidaymakers keen to explore the rest of the Tuscan region this festive season can head to the area’s wealth of Christmas markets.
Lucca, located in northern Tuscany, hosts an impressive Christmas market in Piazza San Michele, providing the perfect place to stock up on festive goodies including Christmas items, local crafts and local specialities.
The medieval Christmas market wows the crowds with jugglers, fire-eaters and actors, along with an array of stands showcasing arts, music and crafts from the 14th Century.
Siena in Tuscany is also home to a number of Christmas markets. Visitors can walk the Via Francigena, the ancient road to Rome, visiting Christmas markets such as Siena’s Mercato del Campo on the way.
