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September 4, 2008

Verona nightspots – drinking and dancing

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When in Verona…. Nightlife

Earlier this year (2008), the Guardian wrote a travel article about the city of Verona, after Venice the most beautiful and romantic city in the region of Veneto, in Northern Italy. Since I am sure the Guardian is much more venerable and knowledgeable than I am, I humbly follow their advice as to what are the most important Verona tourist attractions, restaurants and night life spots. 

Night spots – drinking and dancing

Dance clubs tend to be outside the center, where there is more parking space, but there are many bars and lounge-style places with deejays and/or live music. Below  a list of more and less trendy places to visit:

Osteria Verona (Piazza dell Erbe) – for the local apertivo “spritz al aperol”
Square – with a dance club in the basement
Casa Mazzanti (Piazza delle Erbe) – sip an espresso on the ground floor of a grand Renaissance palace decorated with pastel frescoes.
Bottega del Vino (Via Scudo di Francia 3; 00 39 045 800 4535) – one of Italy’s most extensive wine collections
Sottoriva 23 (Sottoriva 23) – free buffet with early evening drinks
Viaroma 33 (Via Roma 33) – lounge bar
Cantina dell’Arena (Piazzetta Scalette Rubiani) – live jazz
Studio 90 (Vicolo del Guasto 90) – bar and (downstairs) dance space
Bloom Cafe (Piazza delle Erbe)

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Verona Restaurants

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When in Verona… Restaurants

Earlier this year (2008), the Guardian wrote a travel article about the city of Verona, after Venice the most beautiful and romantic city in the region of Veneto, in Northern Italy. Since I am sure the Guardian is much more venerable and knowledgeable than I am, I humbly follow their advice as to what are the most important Verona tourist attractions, restaurants and night life spots.  

Night spots – eating

Verona is in a mountain area and its citizens accordingly believe in eating well, so be prepared for big portions. A lunch menu will generally set you back between 12 and 15 Euros, but it will be worth it since it will easily keep you going until dinner.

Osteria del Duca – (Via Arche Scaligere 2; 00 39 045 594 474) – for a romantic meal next door to Romeo’s palazzo
Osteria Vecchia Fontanina – (Piazzetta Chiavica 5; 00 39 045 595 159)
Osteria al Carro Armato – (Vicolo Gatto 2; 00 39 045 803 0175) – locals and tourists fraternize around wooden communal tables
Il Desco – (Via dietro di San Sebastiano 7; 00 39 045 595 358), two Michelin stars, seven-course tasting menu 125 Euros.
Al Cristo – (Piazzetta Pescheria 6; 00 39 045 594 287, €50), designer decor with fusion cuisine

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Shopping in Verona

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When in Verona…. Shopping

Earlier this year (2008), the Guardian wrote a travel article about the city of Verona, after Venice the most beautiful and romantic city in the region of Veneto, in Northern Italy. Since I am sure the Guardian is much more venerable and knowledgeable than I am, I humbly follow their advice as to what are the most important Verona tourist attractions, restaurants and night life spots.    

Shopping in Verona

Clothes

Verona’s main shopping street is its pedestrian high street, Via Mazzini, with shops and boutiques ranging vrom the very cheapest to the most explusive designer labels.  One of the most interesting shops on the Via Mazzini is the Fiorucci store Love Therapy (Via Mazzini 4). The tiny boutique Cecile (Via Salvatore Corte Reggia 9), stocks vintage vintage Prada, Cavalli and Valentino, and on Corso Santa Anastasia 36 Fatto a Mano (translated Done by Hand) features young Italian designers working in Thai silks.

Food

The Salumeria Albertini (Corso Santa Anastasia 41), perfect for dried porcini, handmade tortellini and an outstanding selection of the region’s wine – take back a potent amarone produced by the Allegrini family.

Other

Large numbers of expensive boutiques testify to the fact that Verona is one of Italy’s most important jewelery centres.

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September 2, 2008

Verona, Italy: Getting There

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When in Verona… Getting There

Flying to Verona

The only RyanAir budget flight to Verona flies from London Stansted. The Verona Brescia airport lies about 30 miles from the city of Verona itself. There are two RyanAir flights from Germany (Bremen and Frankfurt Hahn) to the Verona Airport itself.

Transavia Airline flies from Amsterdam (Netherlands) to Verona.

From Germany Germanwings flies from Cologne, Berlin Schoenefeld and Munich.

Verona Airport Codes

The code for the Verona Brescia Airport is VBS; the code for the Verona airport is VRN.

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September 1, 2008

Verona Hotels: Affordable 2 Star Accommodation

Two star hotels in Verona, in the center and also outside of town.

Verona is a provincial capital in Veneto, in Northern Italy, one of the country’s richest areas where everything is more expensive than in, for instance, Rome. Of course this is also true for the hotels and bed and breakfasts in Verona. Some of the hotels mentioned below are situated in the heart of Verona, near the Arena, near Romeo’s Juliet’s balcony and the pedestrian area and shopping district of the city,  some are located near Verona’s central Porta Nuova station and yet others can be found in the suburbs of and even the hills around Verona. The rates mentioned are averages, taken over the course of a year. Especially during the opera season (July and August) the hotel rates tend to be higher of course.

In case you don’t feel like reading the information about the accommodation, we recommend that you take a look at this list of all hotels in Verona that have availability during the period you are interested in.

Hotel Armando (Average price double: 142 Euros)

Address: Via Dietro Pallone 1 – City: Verona, Italy – area: Center, Old Town – Category: 2-Sterren Hotel

Hotel Armando Double

Hotel Armando Double

The Hotel Armando lies in the heart of the historical center of Verona, a 5 minute walk from the famous Arena where every summer since 1913 the opera season has been taking place. Several other culturally interesting tourist attractions (like Romeo’s Juliet’s balcony) are also situated nearby. There is a lift and wireless internet for the hotel guests. The silence that reigns supreme in Verona’s center is a guarantee for a good night’s rest. More about Hotel Armando

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Hotel Al Castello (Rooms: 8; Average price double room: 152 Euros)

Address: Vicolo Brusco 4 – City: Verona, Italy – area: Center, Old Town – Category: **Hotel

Hotel Al Castello

Hotel Al Castello

Hotel Al Castello: A fairytale house on the outside, a hotel with everything you need on the inside: airco, private bathroom, telephone and color tv). Add to this the hotel’s central position: Al Castello is situated on the 1s floor of a historical building in downtown Verona, a stone’s throw from the city’s most famous tourist attractions, which makes it the ideal solution for affordable yet pleasant budget accommodation in Verona. More about Hotel Al Castello

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Hotel Scalzi (Average price double room: 144 Euros)

Address: Via Carmelitani Scalzi 5 – City: Verona, Italy – area: Citadella, Porta Nuova – Category: 2 Star Hotel

Kamer Hotel Scalzi

Kamer Hotel Scalzi

Hotel Scalzi can be found in a central location, near Verona’s central station, near Castelvecchio and only a short walk from the most well-known sights of the city. The rooms of this charming, recently renovated Hotel, boast  air-conditioning, colour television, hair-dryer and telephone. The Hotel Scalzi has guest rooms both with and without private facilities. More about Hotel Scalzi

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Hotel Trieste (Rooms: 31 – Average price double room: 147 Euros)

Address: Corso Porta Nuova 57 – City: Verona, Italy – area: Citadella, Porta Nuova – Category: Hotel 2 Stars

Kamer Hotel Trieste

Kamer Hotel Trieste

Hotel Trieste is located in the centre of Verona, between he main station Porta Nuova and the famous Arena. Its position, and the availability of private parking, make the Trieste Hotel an excellent choice for business travelers and tourists alike. The 31 room hotel also has a cozy wine bar. The rooms themselves are equipped with all modern facilities, like air conditioning, mini bar, a small safe and, of course, a private bathroom. More about Hotel Trieste

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Hotel Fontana (Rooms: 10; Average price double room: 99 Euros)

Address: Via Goffredo Mameli 148 – City: Verona, Italy – area: Borgo Trento (Arsenale) – Category: Hotel**

Verona Hotel Fontana

Verona Hotel Fontana

Hotel Fontana lies a 15 minute walk fron the Arena and the center of Verona. The hotel, which also boasts a restaurant and a bar, has its own parking lot. The 10 rooms of the Hotel Fontana all have private bathroom, air conditioning, telephone and color tv. Baby cots are supplied on request. Some of the rooms are equipped for the handicapped. Pets are allowed. Hotel Fontana information

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Euromotel Croce Bianca (Rooms: 65 Average price double room: 79 Euros)

Address: Via Bresciana 2 – City: Verona, Italy – area: Borgo Milano – Stadium – Category: Motel

Euromotel Croce Bianca

Euromotel Croce Bianca

The Euromotel Croce Bianca is situated at a short distance of 3km from the old city walls of Verona and the magnificent church of Saint Zeno. There is a bus stop right outside the hotel doors, which enables the hotel guests to reach downtown Verona in no more than a couple of minutes. The hotel consists of 65 soundproof rooms, all equipped with private bathrooms and air conditioning. There is a free internet point in the lobby and staff is extremely friendly and welcoming. Euromotel Croce Bianca info

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Hotel Elena (Average price double room: 73 Euros)

Address: Via Mastin della Scala 9 – City: Verona, Italy – area: Verona Sud, highway – Category: Hotel**

Receptie Hotel Elena

Reception Hotel Elena

The Hotel Elena is a quiet hotel not too far from the “Verona Sud” entrance to the highway and the Borgo Roma Hospital. Tourists will find it easy to visit both Verona’s historical center as the main railway station Porta Nuova by means of public transport. More about Hotel Elena

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Hotel Valpantena (Rooms: 26 – Average price double room: 79 Euros

Address: Via Valpantena 61/B – City: Quinto di Valpantena, Italie – area: suburb Verona – Category: **Hotel

Hotel Valpantena Terrace

Hotel Valpantena Verona is a perfect hotel for lovers of nature. From the hotel you can visit the Lessini mountains and also visit the city of Verona through a 30 minute bicycle ride. The 26 room sof the Valapantena Hotel all have private bathrooms as well as telephones and color tvs. More about Valpantena Hotel

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August 17, 2008

Bed and Breakfasts in Verona, Italy (1)

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A list of bed and breakfasts in Verona, Italy, city of the world famous Arena, where every summer opera concerts take place. Some of the B&B’s offer simple accommodation, some of them are more like luxury hotels. Some are right by the Arena, some in the hilly countryside around Verona.

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Ad Centrum Bed and Breakfast

Ad Centrum Bed and Breakfast

Aida Bed and Breakfast

Aida Bed and Breakfast

Alle Erbe Bed and Breakfast

Alle Erbe Bed and Breakfast

Arena Bed and Breakfast

Arena Bed and Breakfast

Arena Domus Bed and Breakfast

Arena Domus Bed and Breakfast

Category: Bed and Breakfast Verona, Italy

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Artemisia Bed and Breakfast

Artemisia Bed and Breakfast

In The Sun Bed and Breakfast

In The Sun Bed and Breakfast

Magnolia Bed and Breakfast

Magnolia Bed and Breakfast

Museo Bed and Breakfast

Museo Bed and Breakfast

Residenza Carducci B&B

Residenza Carducci B&B

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August 2, 2008

La Magnolia Bed and Breakfast in Verona

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Property: Bed and Breakfast La Magnolia
Stad: Verona, Italië
Adres: Via Jacopo Foroni 8 – 37122 Verona

Price: 78 Euro (NB: This is the average price. For the final rate, incl. VAT, of the period chosen, click below.)

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Click for location Verona B&B Magnolia

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For visitors who prefer staying near but not directly in Verona’s busy centre the La Magnolia Bed and Breakfast is an ideal place to stay: La Magnolia is only a short walk from the center of Verona and less than 400m from the Porta Nuova Railway Station, which facilitates visiting other tourist destinations in the area (e.g. Padova, and especially, Venice). The historischal centre of Verona is about 1km from the B&B.

Alle of Verona’s inmportant museums and monuments, like the Arena, Juliet’s house and balcony, th Moderne Art Gallery and Castelvecchio, are within easy walking distance.

Double room Verona Bed and Breakfast La Magnolia

Double room Verona Bed and Breakfast La Magnolia

In winter breakfast is served in the B&B’s dining room, whereas in summer it is eaten in the quiet garden.

Facilities: wireless internet, dvd player, tv, air conditioning.


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August 1, 2008

Bed and Breakfast Museo in Verona, Italy

Property: Bed and Breakfast Museo
City: Verona, Italy
Address: Via Museo 3 – 37129 Verona

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The BB Museo in Verona provides double and triple rooms. Each room has its own private shower and toilet with hair-dryer, television and air conditioning. There is a small kitchen and a refrigerator for guest use.

Bed & Breakfast Museo in Verona

Bed & Breakfast Museo in Verona

The bed and breakfast ligt in the heart of Verona’s old town, in a historic building in the picturesque quarter of Veronetta (little Verona). The most important and fanous tourist attractions, like Juliet’s house, the Piazza delle Erbe, and the Arena, are no more than a short walk away from the B&B. Also Veron’s theaters (Teatro Nuovo, Teatro Filarmonico en Teatro Romano) can be found at just a short walk from the Museo Bed and Breakfast, just like the university and the various excellent shops and restaurants that can be found in Verona.

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Verona Bed and Breakfast Ad Centrum

Property: Bed and Breakfast Ad Centrum
City: Verona, Italy
Address: Lungadige Porta Vittoria 23 – 37129 Verona

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Click for location Ad Centrum B&B

The B&B Ad Centrum is situated in the university area in the heart of Verona, a short walk from the medioeval San Fermo church, Juliet’s house and the Arena, and provides ideal Verona accommodation for business and leisure traveller alike.

The central location of the B&B also facilitates visits to the shopping center, as well as the best restaurants and coziest cafes of Verona. The rest of the city can easily be visited by using the nearby public transportation facilities.

Verona Ad Centrum Bed & Breakfast
Verona Ad Centrum Bed & Breakfast

Double Room in Ad Centrum B&B
Double Room in Ad Centrum B&B

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Verona B&B double room

The B&B Ad Centrum is fully air-conditioned. The refrigerator and the kitchen (where breakfast is served) are at the guests’ disposal.

The single, double and triple rooms all have private bathrooms with hair-dryer. The view is picturesque: from the windows the river Adige can be seen to meander through Verona.

Furhter facilities Verona Hotel Ad Centrum: color tv, heating, wi-fi connection, lift, private parking.


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July 31, 2008

Verona Bed and Breakfast Alle Erbe

Property: Bed and Breakfast Alle Erbe
City: Verona, Italy
Address: Verona, Corte Sganzarie 5

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The Bed and Breakfast Alle Erbe is housed in a magnificent 17th century building, in a pedestrian area in the center of Verona and offers its guests a pleasant and relaxing stay in the city of the famous Arena and of Romeo and Juliet.

At a short walk from the Verona’s Arena and other tourist sights the B&B Alle Erbe is a perfect starting point for a visit to Verona itself as well as other tourist destinations in the surrounding region of Veneto.

Double room B&B Alle Erbe
Double room B&B Alle Erbe
B&B Alle Erbe Street
B&B Alle Erbe Street
Double room Verona B&B
Double room Verona B&B

There is a common area with kitchen for the guests of the bed and breakfast. Less than 10 minutes from the property a parking place can be found. Public transport, connecting the B&B to the rest of the city and to the railway station can be founbd in the street itself.

The B&B bestaat uit 3 good-sized rooms, one of which has a private bathroom.

All of the room sof the B&B Alle Erbe contain color tv and a small refrigerator.

Further facilities: writing desk, heating and hairdryer.


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