A weekend in Tuscany… (ahem)… I mean The Bellasera Hotel in Naples, FL

On a recent, weekend trip to the Bellasera Hotel, I got to experience its exotic, tropical charm. Bellasera’s lush vegetation and implicit luxury echo the intimacy of a private island.

Located in the heart of Olde Naples, on Florida’s Paradise Coast, one can find themselves just steps away from top shopping, galleries, and dining. Also minutes away: championship golf, and world-class beaches for boating or watersports.

After you unpack, and wind-down…

Located at Bellasera is the fabulous Zizi Naples Kitchen – a popular spot featuring fresh ingredients and a diverse wine list, daily happy hour, and live music. Eating al fresco or inside are both good options thanks to the gorgeous ambiance!

Next day

Visit the Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens – a real zoological garden.

In the Naples Zoo, you’ll find exotic animals surrounded by the mature trees and exotic plants of a historic tropical garden founded in 1919 – fifty years before the animals were introduced. Because of this historical detail, one can get extremely close to the animals! Don’t pet them, please… J

Later that afternoon (for the parents)

Melt and relax at Esterra at Bellasera – offering select spa treatments in downtown Naples. Revitalize your body after a long day out and about. Reward yourself, parents!

From fine services to top products, Esterra is the real deal.

Sunday, Sunday…

Naples and its surrounding areas offer an array of fairways and greens – plus, the weather here rarely disappoints. Try one of the exclusive Bellasera Golf Packages, or set up a Tee Times for your stay. Ask about junior player or non-player opportunities for the kids.

Many thanks to Lou Hammond & Associates.