The majestically positioned Abbadetta Hotel close to the beach resort San Benedetto Del Tronto, Italy is the venue for Alternative Holidays' second event focusing on culture and gastronomy. Spectacular scenery, incredible food and the warmest of welcomes guaranteed.

This very special event has been designed to give an in depth view of this incredibly beautiful and culturally rich region of Italy, for a select number of up to 100 guests only. It has been designed to allow you the choice to do as little or as much as you want within a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

Breakfasts and sumptuous evening meals are included as are outstanding excursions including the Sibillini Mountain range and the World Heritage Site of Ascoli Piceno. A visit to a winery and olive grove. Pair wine and food together; learn from experts how to make fresh pasta and select the best produce for amazing Italian meals.

While the resort has one of the best stretches of beach anywhere in Italy the area offers much more than just a fabulous tan. There are amazing restaurants, incredible shopping opportunities and excursions too. Not forgetting Alternative Holidays own entertainment programme to round off each evening.

For just four days in the company of likeminded people, enjoy yourself Alternative Holidays' style. We can guarantee it will be a truly memorable time.

The Hotel

The three star Abbadetta Hotel will be exclusively for our guests use during the event.

Just a few miles from the sea, with stunning views over rolling hills covered in vineyards, olive groves and fruit trees, the hotel is an idyllic sanctuary of peace and tranquillity, the perfect base to explore the mediaeval and modern treasures of the Marche region of Italy.

You'll be able to walk through historic hilltop towns and villages. Taste local wines, cheeses, homemade pasta and the freshest fish, all in abundant choice.

Rooms are spacious, comfortable, and all have modern facilities. Each has a large private terrace with views that last forever.

There are three new excellent junior suites, each with separate living area and incredible bathrooms. Each of the suites also has an enormous terrace with furniture.

Set in 20,000sq metres of its own land, the hotel is secluded and private.

Swim in the pool, or play tennis.

Relax on the terrace and enjoy a cocktail at the bar.

Abbadetta

Simply but comfortably furnished the Hotel Abbadetta ensures the comfort and peace of mind of all guests.

Each of hotels 50 spacious rooms has a private balcony with spectacular sea or mountain views. Furnishings are comfortable and include a modern private bathroom with shower, air-conditioning, telephone, in-room safe, and satellite-TV.

Large, elegant and featuring wonderful views to the sea hotel restaurant provides a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy some truly wonderful gastronomic delights.

Enjoy a relaxing coffee or afternoon tea, browse the internet, catch up on correspondence or meet friends for a cocktail. Hotel lounge and bar are ideal at any time of day or night.

A personal holiday far away from work and the every day hustle and bustle is a reward you deserve. Rest mind and body at the beach or in the gardens and surrounds of the hotel.

Relax

Comfortable chairs, wonderful views, a cooling breeze and refreshing drink brought to you any time you wish.

Three large pools, one 25 metres long, ensure cool fun in the sun. Tan in the deck chairs, swim a few lengths or just relax with friends.

The Beach

Our private beach chalet and bar is located just a few minutes away in San Benedetto del Tronto, the heart of "Riviera of Palms". Sun loungers and umbrellas to keep you cool, a bar serving drinks, snacks and ice-cream throughout the day and for your convenience there's a free shuttle service from the hotel to the beach twice a day.

Activities

Jogging, cycling, tennis and a host of other activities are all available to make the most of your stay.

What better place to play a few sets than overlooking the surrounding hills and out of the sea. Shaded by ancient trees our hard court is available to all guests at any time of day.

Three different courses with a total length of 200 metres. Our water slides are free of charge and in service all summer long.

Region

This region of Italy was once a Papal State and has many sites of both artistic and historic interest. Besides nearby Acquaviva, there are dozens of small towns and villages which testify to this exceptional heritage. Throughout summer each village has their own programme of fiestas, festivals and historical re-enactments.

Acquaviva Picena
Time seems to have stopped in the narrow, winding streets of this historic town. Acquaviva's ancient origins date back to prehistoric times from Neolithic Age, to the "Picenia Age" with the necropolis rich in excellent funeral sets.

The town developed around the medievall fortress, stronghold of the powerful family of Acquaviva's Dukes. Every stone speaks of the past and there are many monuments of historical and artistic importance: San Rocco's church (13th century), the Gothic Door, the Clock Tower, the Municipal Building with its valuable paintings, the Parish Church, San Lorenzo's Church containing some of Crivelli's paintings and, on nearby hill, San Francesco's Church that tradition says was founded by the famous Assisi Saints.

In the grounds of Hotel Abbadetta is the simple yet beautiful chapel of the Archangel san Michele.

San Benedetto del Tronto
Driving through 5 km Promenade, one of the most gorgeous and suggestive in Italy, you will easily understand why this place has always been called "Riviera of the Palms". There are 7000 palm trees interspersed with flowering oleanders. San Benedetto del Tronto has almost 50'000 inhabitants and is a modern, energetic town. It is one of the most important fishing ports in Italy and has many sports facilities. It is also an up and coming meeting centre with a recently built modern conference centre.

Ascoli Piceno
A town of extraordinary beauty, Ascoli Piceno was founded during the Iron Age (9th century B.C.) when the Piceno people began to differentiate themselves from other parts of the Italian population. From the early beginnings of the city, Travertine stone has been the principal material used in the construction of dwellings, churches and pavements of the squares. The most important one, "People's Square" has magnificent porticoes with 59 arches. They form an aesthetic link with the massive medieval Captain's Palace.

Getting There

Air
Ancona Airport (AOI): Approximate driving time to Abbadetta Hotel is 45 minutes and distance is 80 kilometres (50 miles).

Transfer
The hotel operates a shuttle bus service (surcharge) from the airport. Taxis are also available.

Driving directions
From the hotel, take the A14 motorway going south towards Bari. Take the Grottammare exit on to SS16 to San Benedetto del Tronto and then turn right following signs for the hotel.