NEWS 2018 A destination, four unique hotels, endless reasons to choose us.
ITALY’S MOST BEAUTIFUL COASTLINE, FOR THE SECOND YEAR RUNNING. The shores around Chia Laguna have been voted “Italy’s most beautiful coastline” by Guida Blu for the second year running. Every year, environmental association Legambiente and Touring Club Italiano publish their guide to the best stretches of coast in Italy, taking into consideration the landscape, the quality of the water and nature and environmental awareness. Only a handful of places in Italy are awarded “five sails”. Coming first in the ranking means being recognised as the best of the very best. Coming first twice in a row is even more significant. It means that Chia is outstandingly beautiful, and that here nature is respected, nurtured and truly magnificent.
MINI MINDFULNESS ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS. Chia is a paradise for children. There’s boundless space to play on the beach, and endless discoveries await in the beautiful clear waters. But at Chia Laguna there’s even more in store for our younger guests: the best thing about holidays is having time to relax, doing what you like and learning something new. So we’ve come up with a host of ideas for children with our entertainment team. There’s something different every day: wellbeing, creativity, sport and discoveries. Kids can take care of themselves and recharge their batteries on a perfect holiday they’ll remember all year long.
SMILING YOGA We combine laughter with yoga breathing exercises in a super-fun, brilliant wellbeing experience. But it’s more than just a game: it improves concentration, synchronises body and mind, and encourages physical expression, emotional development and self-confidence. A dose of sheer happiness.
AL FRESCO PAINTING Painting outdoors is even better when you’re on vacation. Inspiration is all around you, and colours are brighter and sharper than ever before in the summer sunshine. Art teaches children patience, concentration, coordination and the pleasure of creativity. It’s a way of looking more closely at things and a fantastic way for kids to relax.
DISCOVERING AROMATIC HERBS Take a walk around the gardens of the resort and learn how to recognise aromatic herbs. Discover the different colours, scents and textures of every plant. Learn about their properties and how they can be used in cooking. Children will love this sensory experience and a chance to hear about traditions and recipes, myths and legends. Rosemary, sage, bay and many more herbs will come vividly to life with their colours and fragrances.
LITTLE MUSCLE AWAKENING
HOME-MADE SPA TREATMENTS
The perfect way to wake up body and mind with a series of fun, enjoyable exercises: a chance to combine games and exercise to help kids get ready for the day ahead. A daily event packed with laughter and wellbeing to ensure they get the very best from their holiday.
Kids are invited for a fun session at the spa, where they’ll learn how to make deliciously simple facemasks. They’re prepared with natural ingredients which are easy to find. All that’s needed is lemon, kiwi, honey and banana: the ideal way for children to relax and have loads of fun as they create and use their masks.
LEARNING ABOUT FOOD A lesson all about food with lots of fruit, different ingredients and recipe tips. One of our barmen will explain the nutritional properties of different natural foods and show kids how to make a delicious fruit extract they can enjoy at the end of the lesson.
OUR FOOTBALL AND DANCE ACADEMIES: THE ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES FOR KIDS. Next summer at Chia Laguna there’ll be unique opportunities for children to bring their passions to life. The Chia Laguna Football Academy introduces kids to the world of top English soccer and the Juventus Training Sessions: more than a training course, it’s an encounter with the truest values of the game. The Dance Academy, is a sensational way to learn the secrets of commercial dance, hip hop, street dance and lyrical dance.
TURNING CARTOONS INTO REAL-LIFE. With their own ideas of what’s real and what’s not, children simply adore cartoon characters. So we’re incredibly proud to be hosting two of the best-loved characters of all: Masha and the Bear, the mischievous little blonde girl and her giant furry friend. They’ll be appearing in “person” at our resort, welcoming and entertaining children and helping make all their fairy-tale dreams come true.
A SEVEN-STAR AWARD FOR FAMILY HOLIDAYS. At Chia Laguna we’re dedicated to creating carefree holidays for all the family, with superb service and endless things to do. So we’re truly proud to have been voted Seven Stars Family Resort 2017 at the fifth Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards. The accolade is awarded for excellence in the international hospitality and lifestyle sector, based on a rigorous selection process. It’s a reward for what we see every day: the smiles and laughter of the children, mums and dads who choose to spend their holidays with us.
CHIA BREATHES Rediscovering the power of breathing means rediscovering our awareness of how we breathe. It’s a way of feeling every part and cell of our bodies, a way of feeling more alive, with more energy and improved awareness. Our new instructor runs conscious breathing lessons every day at Chia Laguna. They are held outdoors, immersed in nature, on our terrace or beside the swimming pool. We start with an hour’s exercise in the morning, gently waking up the body and breathing with each movement to a musical accompaniment. A second session takes place in the late afternoon, focusing on improving muscle strength (zen power exercises) and relaxing the mind, encouraging restful sleep (mindfulness and Qi gong exercises). Learning to be aware of our breathing reduces stress and anxiety, oxygenates the organs and tissues and boosts concentration. It’s a wonderful technique which will help you enjoy your holiday to the full, feel fitter, more active and more relaxed.
EATING WITH EQUILIBRIUM The new Equilibrium menu at Chia is based on local organic ingredients, including Pula salad leaves, oily seeds, fresh wild fish and fresh vegetables. We offer fruit and vegetable salads, pureed vegetable soups with oily seeds and wholemeal bread, grilled fillets of fish served with braised vegetables. Our essential condiment, a delicious vegetable broth made to a Tuscan recipe, is light, healthy and natural. These perfect summer dishes will give you energy and lightness, helping you feel healthier and discover new flavours. Equilibrium is our wellbeing philosophy. It originated at our Tuscan resorts, Fonteverde, Bagni di Pisa and Grotta Giusti, centres of thermal knowledge for thousands of years. Equilibrium teaches us how to manage stress, lifestyles, exercise and nutrition, creating balance and harmony. Our Equilibrium Menu is based on this philosophy. The recipes combine the pleasures and flavours of good food with lightness and health. They are ideal for summer, boosting health and bringing you new flavours.
NEW SUITES AT HOTEL BAIA: LIKE DRIFTING ABOVE THE SEA. Chia Laguna’s Hotel Baia on the Chia promontory has unveiled its brand new look. The beach is just steps away from every room, suite and public area of the hotel. Our new Suites are the jewel in its crown, a dream come true. Spacious and stunningly beautiful with their new linear style, they offer views over the sea and the countryside from their spot amid the Mediterranean maquis. Our new Incanto Suite lies in a spectacular location, resting atop the promontory with magnificent views from the lagoon to the sea.
THE NEW CLUB HOUSE RESTAURANT: UNIQUE STYLE, UNIQUE TASTES. Our new Club House restaurant is exclusive to Hotel Spazio Oasi. Set aside the resort’s main swimming pool, it welcomes guests with its chic, streamlined new look. The pale colours and naturallyinspired architecture reflect the light which floods through the huge windows open onto the dazzling blue pool. On the waterfront terrace, guests can relax at open-air tables nestling in the green surroundings. You can enjoy our tantalising journey into flavour at any of the 9 restaurants on our resort by joining the Dine Around programme, which enables you to try each evening a different restaurant for your dinner.
A WORLD OF MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT. At Chia Laguna we always make sure our entertainment is as wonderful as the natural beauty all around the stage: the promontory, the summer skies and the lagoon with its pink flamingos. During the day our staff organise activities for children of all ages. At night, Piazza degli Ulivi comes to life as our entertainers bring you music, dance, musicals and concerts, with Italian and international artists appearing every summer. At Chia, every summer evening lights up with fun, shows and performances.
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