Falstaff Magazin International Nr. 2/2022

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trends / INSIDER TIPS IRENE FORTE ASK A HOTELIER Fascinated by beauty from an early age, the daughter of hotel magnate Rocco Forte until recently was in charge of the hotel group’s spa and health operations. In 2014, she began developing her own skincare line. Here she reveals her favourite hotels around the globe. Natural beauty. Irene Forte, former wellness director of the Rocco Forte Hotels, went on to develop her own natural cosmetics brand. THE BEVERLY HILLS HOTEL “Guests have a right to the best of everything, regardless of the cost,” was the original motto of the luxury hotel on Sunset Boulevard. Even today, the hotel does everything in its power to live up to this claim. Highlights: The hotel has been the go-to place for movie and music stars for over 100 years. Dorchester Collection has done an impeccable job of combining modern and vintage glamour. Perfect for: Anyone who wants to experience Los Angeles in true style. Irene’s tip: Do your best to get a hold of a cabana when you go to the pool. It’s one of the best places for catching a glimpse of a celebrity or two. dorchestercollection.com Fotos: beigestellt 36 falstaff jul-sep 2022

Unique location: The Hotel de la Ville sits atop the Spanish Steps in Rome – spectacular views are guaranteed. HOTEL DE LA VILLE Located in an 18th-century palazzo, the hotel entices with luxurious furnishings and fresh design. Highlights: Wonderful food prepared by chef Fulvio Pierangelo using only the finest ingredients, the luxurious Irene Forte Spa and a superb location in the Eternal City. Perfect for: Couples, families and anyone looking for a centrally located hotel in Rome. Irene’s tip: At sunset, have an aperitivo at Cielo, the hotel’s rooftop restaurant and bar. roccofortehotels.com IRENE FORTE Photos: Niall Clutton, Hotel Photography srl VERDURA RESORT Just 15 minutes from the coastal town of Sciacca on the southwest coast of Sicily, the Verdura Resort is a haven of tranquillity on the busy island. Highlights: 230 hectares of olive trees, orange groves and sandy beaches make the resort a place to fully relax and unwind. Perfect for: Families, spa lovers (there’s a 400 sqm spa with eleven pools) and golfers. Irene’s tip: Don’t miss out on the many activities: cookery classes, children’s camps and island excursions. roccofortehotels.com VISIONARY ENTREPRENEUR In 2010, Irene Forte started out working in the human resources department of her father’s hotel group. Later, she became the group’s spa and wellness director. In 2014 she started to develop a natural skincare line, using raw materials from her family’s organic farm in Sicily. DREAM TEAM In Dr Francesca Ferri, Irene Forte found the perfect business partner. Ferri took the idea and ran with it, turning Irene’s vision into a line of high-quality skincare products. jul-sep 2022 falstaff 37