de GRISOGONO "Mediterraneo Newspaper" Summer 2019

MEDITERRANEO de GRISOGONO NEWSPAPER | SUMMER SEASON

A shimmering cruise through the most iconic destinations

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Mediterranean locations, like precious stones set in an azure sea sparkling with the light of countless diamonds.

The Mediterranean has always been a source of inspiration for de GRISOGONO. From the red carpet at Cannes, to the island gem of Capri right through to the East-meets-West fascination of Beirut, these exclusive resorts are like theatrical stages, breathtaking sets on which glittering people from all over the world enjoy a unique combination of nature, leisure, society events, sophisticated shopping and creative cuisine.

Join us in this exclusive voyage to the most spectacular settings on the Med, in the company of a true connoisseur. “Let me introduce myself. I am a woman forever in love with the Mediterranean and its world of beauty and glamour.

Its finest resorts are deeply etched in my memory, with their artistic and leisurely highlights, the people that I have met, and the gifts that I and my companion have purchased at de GRISOGONO’s boutiques.

Turn the page, stow the anchor and set the mainsail. Let’s set off.”

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“Porto Cervo is always in my dreams. It’s where I go to seek peace and inspiration, amidst the lush emerald flora in which ancient orange-pink Sardinian granite has been sculpted into sensually undulating shapes by the wind.

Even before reaching the marina on my boat, I revel in the intense fragrance wafting across from the Mediterranean maquis. I love the company of people as beautiful as the scenery, knowing that all around there are secret places accessible only by boat where I can wind down and recharge.”

“I love Porto Cervo! People are even more beautiful when they are immersed in a stunning natural setting.”

Seductive, sculptural, sensual

With its stackable bracelets and statement rings and earrings, the Allegra jewels are the ideal companions for your long and sunny days in Porto Cervo.

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“Allegra” earrings in pink gold set with 178 white diamonds (3.15 cts).

“Allegra” ring in pink gold set with 210 white diamonds (5.44 cts).

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Prince Karim Aga Khan IV shaped Porto Cervo with a gentle hand and rock-solid vision. After buying 1,800 hectares of wild, abandoned land in the early 1960s, his architects combined inspiration from nature with north African, Spanish and Greek influences to create the “portocervino” style, organic, imaginative, at one with the surroundings.

Porto Cervo – whose name recalls the deer-shape of the natural harbour – is the perfect stage on which stars of international glamour enjoy the Italian laidback cool vibe.

“Ventaglio” pendant in white gold set with 79 white diamonds (2.05 cts) and 71 black diamonds (2.65 cts).

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“Allegra” necklace in pink gold set with 118 white diamonds (4.20 cts).

“India” ring in pink gold set with 177 white diamonds (7.65 cts) and 9 pink opals drops (11.50 cts).

“India” earrings in pink gold set with 258 white diamonds (5.50 cts) and 18 pink opals drops (38.50 cts).

At its best in Porto Cervo is liveliest in July and August, quieter in June and September, a gem to be discovered in October if you like tranquillity.

Where to stay Hotel Cala di Volpe is built on the ruins of a Medieval monastery, but in fact both the ruins and the hotel were invented by French designer Jacques Couëlle.

Hotel Cervo is superbly positioned, right opposite the famous Piazzetta. It has its own private beach with pristine white sand.

With its characteristic white Mediterranean architecture, Hotel Romazzino is a striking structure set in a lovely garden, running down to the white sand beach with its emerald water. All rooms and suites have a terrace or balcony.

Hotel Pitrizza is a boutique hotel in a breathtaking position, set into the rocks and the Mediterranean on the famous bay Liscia di Vacca. It has a superb saltwater pool excavated from the granite rock.

Where to eat and drink Il Pescatore, one of the finest fish restaurants on the Costa Smeralda, with a terrace facing the sea. Pedri Garden Restaurant, superb seafood, optimum quality from antipasti right through to limoncello. Novikov in the iconic Piazzetta, Asian fusion.

Phi Beach is an Open Air Club located near the military outpost of Forte Cappellini. Protected by enchanting rock formations shaped by the sea, its breath-taking natural position brings the unique experience of one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world.

A refined star-rated cuisine, sun, sea, fun and exciting music with the most famous DJs of the world.

A unique venue, fashionable and in harmony with the surrounding natural landscape.

• Spiaggia del Principe, accessible by foot or by boat, one of Costa Smeralda’s most beautiful beaches.

• Il Pevero, 3 k south of Porto Cervo, comprises two beaches, Piccolo Pevero and Grande Pevero.

Both have shallow water and a lovely natural setting.

• Liscia Ruja is a long, sandy beach, with comprehensive facilities and crystal-clear water.

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“Ibiza and Formentera, they are like the perfect couple, and that’s why I adore them.

So different, yet complementary, a match made in heaven. Ibiza is where I go to party, to rock with the beat that starts at sunset and ends at sunrise, enjoying the freedom inherited from its hippie culture. The visitors who arrive every summer include the world’s top DJs who keep Ibiza rocking until 6 in the morning. Nonetheless I know that wherever I am, there is a beach – one of the 57 - not more than an hour’s drive away. And when I feel the need to really slow down, I take a boat to Formentera to reconnect with nature on some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.”

The beat of summer Ibiza is a clubber’s paradise, but it has a quieter side as well.

It is also a UNESCO World Heritage site for its architecture and coastline, with secluded coves, tiny inland villages and whitewashed churches.

Like rays of sun, “Raggiante by de GRISOGONO” evoke the sun shining on the beaches of Formentera.

Express your inner sunshine and free your mind wearing one of the beautiful pieces of this collection.

“Raggiante by de GRISOGONO” earrings in pink gold set with 252 white diamonds (6.74 cts).

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It is an island of colour: its soil has a padparadscha-orange hue created by the pine-needles that release their tannins into the ground when they fall.

And the water around the island is crystal-clear in part by virtue of the Neptune grass, a seaweed with a purifying effect.

At their best in The parties on Ibiza start in late May and continue through to early October.

Most restaurants are open from April to October.

If you like the natural environment, you’ll be inspired all year round.

The almond blossom provides a shot of colour from late January to early March.

Watch the pink flamingos – and another 200 species of birds – in the Parc Natural de Ses Salines, with its colourful salt pans, from August to October.

"Raggiante by de GRISOGONO" ring in pink gold set with 83 white diamonds (2.55 cts).

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"Ventaglio" earrings in white gold set with 240 blue sapphires (9.85 cts) and 230 pastel blue sapphires (10.75 cts).

Where to stay Hard Rock Hotel Ibiza, a luxurious boutique hotel at Sant Jordi de Ses Salines, on one of the island’s coolest places, with an exclusive private beach.

Rent the spectacular designer villa named Villa Lentisco on Formentera, with its cool, geometrical minimalism and a gigantic pool.

Ibiza’s Can Marca caves play host to a music and light show, with the ancient pools lit in eerie colours. The island of Es Vedrà is shrouded in legend. Uninhabited and unvisitable, it has been identified as the home of Ulysses’ sirens, the source of the stone used for the great Pyramids in Egypt, the tip of sunken Atlantis, and a focus for UFOs visiting our planet.

Where to eat and drink • Cave raves have become part of Ibiza’s legends, with parties held within vast cavities somewhere in a sheltered bay on the west coast. Ask around…

• Platja de ses Illetes, Platja de Llevant and Platja de Migjorn on Formentera are three of the most idyllic beaches of the Med. • Figueretas, a waterfront promenade south of Ibiza town.

• Experimental Beach on Cap des Falcó, Ibiza, run by Paris’ Experimental Group, is a cool hang-out, a beach club without a real beach, but with superb food, cocktails and DJ entertainment.

• The salt flats on Ibiza, incredible colours.

Lunch at Es Torrent, in a cove on the south coast of Ibiza, the freshest seafood.

Santa Gertrudis, Ibiza’s culinary capital.

Nearby, dinner at La Paloma, San Lorenzo, with tables in the gardens and fantastic food well into the night, is a favourite.

Sublimotion by Paco Roncero at the Hard Rock Hotel, Ibiza, for lavish dinner with techno entertainment.

Beso Beach on Formentera for squid paella.

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“I love Marbella for its sun and beaches, but also for its Andalusian small-town historic centre, with its cobbled streets and flowerfilled plazas around the lovely Plaza de los Naranjos and its fabled orange trees.

Puerto Banús is a complete contrast with its clubs and nightlife, and the marina that gives me a base from which to explore the surroundings on my yacht. I can even get a shot of culture in nearby Malaga, with the Picasso Museum, the Carmen Thyssen, the Centre Pompidou, the Santiago Hermitage, the CAC Museum of Modern Art. Not to mention Granada and the Alhambra.

But more than anything, Marbella to me is gold, the gold of the wide, long beaches, with their chiringuitos, champagne, DJ sets, and an infinity of human beauty.”

“Allegra” earrings transformable at will in white gold set with 608 white diamonds (11.30 cts).

“Allegra 25” ring in white gold set with 218 white diamonds (4.60 cts).

“I love relaxing on a beach sipping a cocktail, knowing that golf, culture, yachting and sport are steps away. If I want…”

Did you know that the Allegra jewels also come in mixed colours and materials?

Refreshing and easy-to-wear, the pink, white, black or blue ceramic and gold pieces are the perfect finishing touch for your summer look on the Costa del Sol.

“Allegra” ring in pink gold and white ceramic set with 72 white diamonds (1.75 cts).

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“Allegra” bracelet in white gold set with 98 brown diamonds (3.50 cts) and 106 paraiba tourmalines (3.40 cts).

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The glittering facets of Costa del Sol

“Allegra” earrings transformable at will in white gold set with 608 white diamonds (11.30 cts)

Marbella is a celebrated Mediterranean resort, with its 320 days of sunshine every year, and 27 km of golden coastline and 24 beaches, many of which transform into night clubs once the sun drops below the horizon.

Along the Golden Mile (precisely four miles), the fortunate few take up residence in spectacular private villas. Golf is a major attraction, with 17 courses in Marbella and 47 in the province of Malaga.

At its best in Summer in Marbella lasts from May until mid-October, busiest in July and August.

Nikki Beach has its opening party in April, and the closing party in September. Enough said…

Where to stay Nobu Hotel, sleek interiors, signature dishes by Nobu Matsuhisa, and La Suite Club.

Villa Padierna Palace, with swimming pool, tennis courts, and attentive service.

Where to eat and drink Gourmet tapas at La Moraga Ibérica by Dani García, Puerto Banús.

Puente Romano, Dani García again, three Michelin stars.

Piucaro in Puerto Banús, don’t miss the red tuna steak.

At MC Beach, part of Marbella Club, try the lubina al horno a la sal - baked seabass in a salt crust with olive oil and lemon.

La Suite, sophisticated nightclub inspired

by NY’s Studio 54.

Ocean Club, Puerto Banús, a vision of white and blue.

“Allegra” earrings in pink gold and white ceramic set with 190 white diamonds (3.40 cts).

• Cabopino is one of the most beautiful beaches in Spain, with crystal-clear water and vast stretches of sand.

• Ronda is a lovely village not far from Malaga, famous for its stunning bridge over a vertiginous valley.

• Nikki Beach, a classic, one of the most exclusive beach clubs on Costa del Sol.

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“I feel at home with the English language, not so much with English food, and so Malta has reached perfection now that its Anglo inheritance – red letter boxes – has now been supplanted by superb restaurants offering Mediterranean cuisine.

The Brits were the last in a long series of visitors, including Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, Byzantines, Normans, and Napoleon, not to mention St. Paul and the Knights of St. John. Most of them left archaeological and architectural remains, making Malta a treasure-house for history-lovers, with megalithic temples pre-dating Egypt’s pyramids.

Valletta is an impressive Baroque-Rococo capital carved from golden limestone. Malta’s quiet and unspoilt coastline have made it a favourite for Hollywood movies and TV series.

Gladiator and Game of Thrones have sequences filmed there.”

“Allegra” bracelet in white gold set with 98 white diamonds (3.95 cts).

“Allegra “ earrings in white gold set with 370 white diamonds (7.70 cts).

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A constant surprise Just 27 km long and 14 km wide, Malta boasts a culture that far exceeds its size. When it comes to beaches, you can choose between sandy hotspots or remote locations where you are virtually on your own. Transparent water, amazing diving with many WWII shipwrecks, snorkelling, windsurfing, kitesurfing and water-skiing: there is something for everyone.

“Good things come in small packages and never is this truer than in Malta, with its extraordinary density of beautiful coastline, culture and cuisine”

At its best in High season is July, August and September, but weather is excellent in April, May and June, with bathing comfortable from May on. The weather becomes more humid in August and September.

Where to stay Casa Ellul, Valletta, an exclusive, small boutique hotel with suites, each with its own characteristics.

Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Malta, Golden Sands, at the edge of Golden Bay, one of Malta’s finest sandy beaches.

Iniala Harbour House is a new luxury 24-room boutique hotel that will open its doors this year, in Valletta, near the Saint Barbara bastion.

Where to eat and drink Medina, a restaurant in a lovely setting in the Medieval city of Mdina, Malta’s ancient capital.

Mediterranean cuisine with some innovative touches.

San Giuliano, on Spinola Bay, offers a superb menu with lots of fresh fish accompanied by an excellent selection of champagnes and wines.

Trattoria Da Pippo, Valletta, genuine Italian cuisine, generous portions of fine fresh food with a seasonal menu based on local produce. Booking essential.

Two incredible paintings by Caravaggio, St. Jerome Writing, at St. John’s Co-Cathedral, Valletta, and The Beheading of St. John the Baptist, the only painting that the artist signed, in a rivulet of blood.

In pink to match the bougainvillea of the island, or in blue to recall the colour of the sea, chose the Boule piece that best speaks to your heart.

"Vortice" earrings in pink gold set with 196 white diamonds (11.60 cts).

• If you like the idea of a wild and lonely beach, try Fomm Ir-rih in the north-west, requiring a walk down a rugged path.

• Gozo offers many unexpected gems, such as the dramatic Ta’ Cenc cliffs, and a small, secret beach, San Blas Bay, with transparent water and rust-coloured sand.

• The Three Cities, Vittoriosa, Senglea and Cospicua, are a fascinating visit, an intriguing insight into Malta’s history, traditions and architecture.

“Boule” bracelet in pink gold set with 1 pink opal (49.40 cts), 303 fuchsia sapphires (14.10 cts) and 1 smoked quartz (8.75 cts).

“Boule” ring in pink gold set with 1 pink opal (29.75 cts), 95 fuchsia sapphires (2.10 cts) and 1 smoked quartz (5 cts).

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“Arriving on Mykonos by yacht is always special, a return to the clear blue water, pristine beaches, sculptural whitewashed buildings and pink bougainvillea, VIP clubs whose stylish parties run through to the early morning, and luxury spas that help me return to top form.

There are many chic beach clubs, but I really love setting out for one of the many isolated beaches, dropping anchor and chilling on the boat, with brief interludes of swimming and diving.”

On Mykonos, Nammos on Psarou beach is an opulent concept, with sophisticated restaurant, a beach bar, and parties that seem to emerge from the waves.

Little Venice, one of the most distinctive parts of Mykonos Town, with ancient houses rising from the sea. Watching the sunset on Mykonos is a classic ritual, best accompanied by a quality cocktail.

Jackie O’ is one of the hottest beach clubs, where Priscilla stars in a sunset drag show.

Nammos Village presents the finest and most famous luxury brands, along with contemporary Greek designers and modern art, in a beautifully landscaped shopping village.

Allegra Toi & Moi, joy of the summer!

Stack it on your wrist for a fresh and easy-going look during your seasonal escape in Mykonos.

“Allegra Toi & Moi” bracelet in white gold set with 33 white diamonds (0.20 ct).

“Allegra Toi & Moi” bracelet in pink gold set with 126 white diamonds (0.75 ct).

“Allegra Toi & Moi” ring in pink gold set with 123 white diamonds (0.40 cts) and 2 cacholong cabochon (0.30 cts).

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• If you like the idea of a wild and lonely beach, try Fomm Ir-rih in the north-west, requiring a walk down a rugged path.

• If you are looking for an authentic Maltese experience, visit villages off the tourist track, such as Zabbar, Rabat, and the fishing village Marsaxlokk.

• Gozo offers many unexpected gems, such as the dramatic Ta’ Cenc cliffs, and a small, secret beach, San Blas Bay, with transparent water and rust-coloured sand.

Paradise islands and dazzling white architecture On Mykonos, the intensity of the sun is matched only by the epic beach parties, in a traditional whitewashed Cycladic setting.

The fabled sunset seen from Little Venice is just the start of a nocturnal experience at the island’s legendary clubs.

By day, sports lovers can go windsurfing, kitesurfing and diving.

At their best in Mykonos is liveliest in June, July and August, quieter in May, September and October.

Where to stay Santa Marina on Ornos Bay offers a way of savouring the glamorous lifestyle of Mykonos in a superb setting, with guest rooms, suites and 13 villas, all decorated in beach-chic luxury, with balconies looking out over hypnotic Aegean views. It also has the island’s only sandy beach and the world’s first Buddha-Bar Beach.

“Greece has about 1,400 islands.

So many well-kept secrets, you’ll never be able to see them all.

Better start now”

Where to eat and drink Nusr-Et Steakhouse on Mykonos offers steaks of unparalleled quality in a warm atmosphere with top-notch service. The formula created by chef Salt Bae continues to win success. More than just steaks, it’s a true performance.

Ling Ling Mykonos, in the centre of the old town, presents a Cantonese menu of small dishes inspired

by Hakkasan cuisine with local Greek ingredients.

Innovative cocktails are accompanied by resident DJs.

Curiosities At the centre of the Cyclades archipelago, Delos was considered as the most sacred of all islands by the Ancient Greeks, and for a period it became the greatest commercial centre of the world.

Uninhabited from the 7th century A.D., it is now a superbly-preserved World Heritage site, a fascinating visit. Mykonos’ windmills were once a fundamental component of the island’s life and prosperity.

Today they have become a visual trademark.

“Allegra Toi & Moi” collection

“Gypsy” earrings in white gold set with 58 white diamonds (1.90 ct), 78 amethysts (2.50 cts), 98 emeralds (3.70 cts) and 122 blue sapphires (5.40 cts).

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“With its 7,000 year history, Beirut has forever survived the drama of life, reinventing its multicultural identity and expressing the powerful beat of modernity” “I like to think that Beirut is a bit like me: lively, energetic, cosmopolitan, looking to the future with optimism.

It’s a place where you can feel the course of history, from Ancient Roman and Byzantine remains, Canaanite and Ottoman architecture, and traces of its turbulent recent past.

The nightlife scene is spectacular, with bars for sunset drinks and live music to start, and rooftop clubs for panoramic dancing.

You could almost say that it is at its best in the small hours. Like me…”

“Luna S13” - Timepiece in white gold set with 125 emeralds (5.30 cts) and 37 blue sapphires (1.25 cts) - Dial full snow set with 157 blue sapphires (4.20 cts) Green galuchat bracelet with white gold triple folding clasp set with 22 emeralds (1.65 cts) and 20 blue sapphires (2.10 cts).

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Beirut provides everyone with a warm welcome, and it has a lot to offer, with its rich history, amazing food, colourful shopping, vibrant nightlife and Mediterranean views.

There are many enticing locations nearby: Batroun, an hour’s drive from Beirut, is famous for its beach clubs, stylish atmosphere and energetic nightlife. And Byblos, or Jbeil in Arabic, is 40 km north of Beirut, with beautiful beaches and some historic sites such as the Crusader Castle, a testament to the fact that it is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities of the world with a 7,000-year history.

At its best in Great from April to November, Beirut is busiest from July to September, while the climate is most pleasant in spring, April and May, and autumn, from September to November.

Where to stay Le Gray, Beirut’s first design hotel with a pool that offers fine sea views, conveniently positioned near the Beirut souks in an area with lots of restaurants.

Hotel Albergo offers 33 individually-furnished suites with a fine selection of antiques, the latest technology, perfect service, and a lovely rooftop pool.

Where to eat and drink Em Sherif combines traditional local décor and cuisine with a fine dining approach. End your meal with a shisha on the terrace.

Babel Bay is famous for its seafood recipes prepared with a progressive touch, in a location with views over the marina. Desserts are a pleasant experience.

Mayrig, in a traditional Ottoman city house, presents Armenian cuisine, a genre that is becoming increasingly popular in Beirut.

• Madame Bleu, right in the centre of Beirut, is a chic location where you can chill poolside, enjoy amazing food, watch the sunset and start partying.

• Tyre is a resort south of Beirut with a lovely beach on one of Lebanon’s most attractive bays.

• Orchid Beach Resort is 25 minutes from central Beirut, and it is an adults-only establishment with a fine white sandy beach.

Let yourself be carried away by the music of the trendiest rooftop bar wearing the fabulous “Turbante by de GRISOGONO”.

How to be more glamourous than with the gold-draped silhouette of these fabulous jewels?

The trendiest nightclub in town, Sky Bar features an open-air rooftop and glamorous company.

Where to go for live entertainment, music and dancing? Starco Center in Beirut.

Fine cocktails and great views at Iris Roofbar are perfect any time between sunset and late night.

"Turbante by de GRISOGONO" earrings in pink gold set with 208 white diamonds (3.75 cts).

“Turbante by de GRISOGONO” ring in pink gold set with 181 white diamonds (2.00 cts).

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“Taormina is a never-ending performance. Not just the ancient theatre, but a whole collection of stupendous stage sets on which I can sit back and enjoy the spectacle of life.

From the belvedere of piazza IX Aprile with its black and white paving, the starring role is played

by Mount Etna and its long plume of fumes that merge with the clouds against the azure sky.

The underwater entertainment provided by the marine flora and fauna offered to scuba divers and snorkellers. Taormina has been a place for privileged leisure and natural beauty for millennia, there’s no way I could leave it out of this collection of my favourite Mediterranean resorts.”

“Taormina is pure Sicilian seduction, with everything that appeals to the eyes, mind and imagination” “Conchiglietta” earrings in pink gold and titanium set with 188 white diamonds (2.30 cts) and 32 jets (63.00 cts).

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The theatre of life Taormina is famous for its Teatro Greco, which, just as in the times of the Ancient Greeks, provides a magnetic, panoramic setting on which men and women play out their stories.

This classical beauty is accompanied by the natural theatre of Isola Bella and its lovely beaches.

At its best in Busiest in July and August, blissful from April to October.

Where to stay Belmond Villa Sant’Andrea, breathtaking views, private beach, infinity pools.

Where to eat and drink St. George Restaurant by Michelin-starred chef Heinz Beck, local, seasonal products prepared with sensitivity and originality.

La Capinera, one Michelin star, where chef Pietro d’Agostino presents his reinterpretation of traditional Sicilian cuisine.

Corso Umberto, probably the narrowest and most colourful luxury shopping street in the world.

A visit to the lunar landscapes of Mount Etna is an unmissable experience, with black lava contrasting with white snow at some time during the year. And the Gole dell’Alcantara, a canyon formed by the action of water on the magma from volcanic eruptions, is another captivating visit.

“Allegra 25” ring in white gold set with 77 white diamonds (1.65 cts) and 141 black diamonds (3.25 cts).

“Allegra 25” earrings in white gold set with 174 white diamonds (3.09 cts)and 482 black diamonds (7.09 cts).

• Try one of Taormina’s classic breakfasts, granita in a brioche with whipped cream, at Bam Bar, Via di Giovanni 45.

• The Villa Comunale includes some exotic buildings commissioned by its original owner, the Scottish noblewoman Lady Florence Trevelyan Cacciola who married the mayor and furnished the park with structures from which she could practice her hobby of birdwatching.

"Ventaglio" earrings in white gold set with 230 white diamonds (8.40 cts) and 240 black diamonds (10.00 cts).

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“Without doubt, one of my favourite places in the world.

I am forever enchanted by the views across the bay of Naples, to the unmistakable profile of Vesuvius.

A short distance away, the time machine of Pompei.

To the south, fourteen small towns connected by a superbly panoramic road. First and foremost, Amalfi, its white houses set like diamonds in the rock.

Positano is like a town with an aspiration for elevation, rising fan-like on the steep slopes from the intense cobalt blue sea with its beaches of dark, fine sand. Sorrento is like a series of film sets, impossibly attractive scenes and beguiling experiences: ancient cloisters, lemon-decked terraces and secret gardens. I can’t wait to get back.”

The Sorrentine peninsula is out of this world: it takes you in unexpected directions.

Light, colours, fragrances, arranged vertically, from the dream-like sea and beaches, up the vertiginous slopes of the Lattari mountains.

Highlights include Conca dei Marini in Amalfi, a picturesque bay surrounded by scenic terraces, while the finest beaches of Positano are those accessible from the sea: Scogli Piani, Cavone, Remmese to the west, and Laurito, San Pietro, Arienzo, Fiumicello, La Porta and Torre Sponda to the east.

The Allegra leather bracelets come in all the colours of the rainbow to bring fun and lightness to your summer wardrobe on the Amalfi Coast.

“Allegra” bracelet in white gold set with 79 white diamonds (1.15 cts).

“Allegra” bracelet in white gold set with 110 white diamonds (3.60 cts).

“Allegra” bracelet in pink gold set with 41 pink sapphires (0.75 ct) and 38 amethysts (0.50 ct).

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“When the people of Amalfi go to heaven, for them it will seem like just an ordinary day.”

• Full moon on Capri is a special experience, celebrated in popular Italian songs.

• Gaze down to the Faraglioni from Belvedere di Punta Tragara, or try Belvedere dei Sognatori at the Punta Carena lighthouse.

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Sorrento, Positano,Capri

Fan of colours ?

The Ventaglio earrings combine sophistication and extravagance to add even more allure to your long evenings in Capri.

“Ventaglio” earrings in pink gold set with 230 pink sapphires (10.85 cts) and 240 amethysts (9.25 cts).

“Allegra” collection

Positano’s traditional linen garments and leather sandals have become famous the world over.

The surreal fascination of Vallone dei Mulini in Sorrento, the conquest of nature in a place abandoned by man.

Coffee here is a sacred ritual.

Try an espresso, wherever you can.

Where to stay Bellevue Syrène, Sorrento, where the service is as good as the views.

Hotel San Pietro, Positano, simply one of the finest hotels in Italy.

J.K. Place, Capri, 22 rooms brimming in discreet luxury, superbly positioned on the cliffs above Marina Grande.

At their best in

Where to eat and drink

High season is July and August, but it’s more peaceful from April to late October, with most restaurants and hotels still open.

Don Alfonso in Sant’Agata, a few kilometres from Sorrento.

Innovation and tradition within the realms of local flavours.

Don’t miss a visit to the wine cellars, built in pre-Roman underground passages.

Zass restaurant, at Hotel San Pietro, Positano, superb local and international cuisine, with amazing views over the bay.

JKitchen, Capri, Michelin-starred cuisine with magnificent terraces.

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“You can have the world.

Just leave me Italy, and Portofino”

“I am sunbathing on cushions on the teak deck of my gozzo, the traditional Ligurian fishing boat, looking up towards the dark green forests on the slopes rising steeply from the emerald sea.

It’s still quite early in the morning, and so the boat rocks quietly at anchor, before the waterborne traffic increases.

On the other side of the promontory, Portofino, a superbly unspoilt village built centuries ago around a natural harbour, awaits my return, but for the moment, I am enjoying the sound of the crickets, the fragrance of the vegetation, and the glorious sun. At midday the bell of the Santuario high up on the hill will ring, we’ll pop the cork for a champagne aperitif and then head back for lunch. I love Portofino because it’s tiny, exclusive, authentic, accessible from the sea, just like the Cinque Terre before the railway arrived.”

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“Ventaglio” ring in pink gold set with 288 white diamonds (9.00 cts).

“Ventaglio” pendant in pink gold set with 150 white diamonds (4.50 cts).

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Villages between sea, mountains and sun Portofino and the Cinque Terre are superb jewels, unspoilt havens of luxury and colour, built on a rocky coastline by the hardy farmers and fishermen of the past. For centuries, the five villages of the Cinque Terre were so isolated that they had their own distinctive dialects, cuisine, patron saints.

To cultivate the steep slopes, they built 7,000 km of drystone walls.

The coastal path linking the villages is one of the most pleasant walks in the world, and you can stop for aperitifs and lunch on the way.

At its best in Warm from late May to September, hot in July and August, quiet and poetic at other times of the year.

Where to stay Hotel Piccolo in Portofino, small, beautifully positioned, with dreamy views from the terrace and its own access to the sea. La Torretta in Manarola, a small hotel at the top of the hill, worth the walk for the views.

Where to eat and drink Chuflay Restaurant at Belmond Splendido Mare in Portofino, fresh fish on a terrace with superb view of the port.

In the Cinque Terre, everything is multi-level, like Ristorante Belforte in Vernazza, with a series of terraces on which to enjoy fish recipes amidst spectacular vistas.

• Taste a glass of Vernaccia in Corniglia, the only village in the Cinque Terre not built directly on the sea.

You’ll have to climb the 377 steps, but you’ll savour a wine described by poet Boccaccio in his Decameron (1350).

• Another local wine speciality is the sweet white Sciacchetrà.

• In Portofino the open-air sculpture museum Centro Internazionale di Scultura, in Baron Mumm’s park, has works by Beuys, Fontana, Moore, Rotella and others, in a lovely natural setting and with views over the bay.

“Vortice” earrings in white gold and turquoise ceramic set with 132 emeralds (6.15 cts).

A slice of focaccia at Canale bakery in Portofino. Diving, in conditions comparable to tropical waters, in the protected marine reserve of Portofino, amidst coral, gorgonians and an exceptional variety of fish species.

San Fruttuoso, a medieval abbey in a narrow inlet that can be reached only by boat or on foot.

“Baby Grappoli S03” - Timepiece in white gold, case full snow-set with 525 blue sapphires (4.67 cts) and 62 briolette-cut aquamarines (25 cts approx.)

Dial snow-set with 226 blue sapphires (2.02 cts) Rich blue galuchat bracelet with white gold triple folding clasp set with 68 blue sapphires (1.05 cts).

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“I have always thought of the Côte d’Azur as a string of precious stones on a bracelet.

I can set out from Monaco, anchor off Cannes for lunch, and continue down the coast to St. Tropez. And there are an infinity of glorious bays in between.

There’s no time for boredom when the coast offers all the prestige you could ever want, with exclusive beach parties, Michelin-starred cuisine, lavish beauty treatments, glamorous shopping and the captivating beauty of the setting.

How I love it.”

“A magnetic combination of glamour and natural beauty, the French Riviera attracts film stars, writers, artists… and people like me”

“Boule” earrings in white gold set with 2 turquoises (116.45 cts), 2 amethysts (9.10 cts) and 60 tsavorites (1.65 cts).

“Boule” ring in white gold set with 1 turquoise (30.30 cts), 1 amethyst (4.80 cts) and 95 tsavorites (2.00 cts).

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Cannes, St. Tropez, Monaco Monaco is simply pure opulence, where you can take your car around a Formula 1 circuit whenever you want, roll dice like James Bond at the casino, or take a helicopter down to St.Tropez when the roads are too busy. The holiday season at Cannes begins with the film festival in May and ends with the yachting festival in September, but its alluring combination of long sandy beaches, glitzy nightclubs and superb shopping keeps it dynamic all year round.

St.Tropez has more than its fair share of legends, from Brigitte Bardot to Pink Floyd, and its pioneering role as a clothing-optional destination.

At their best Glamour on the Côte d’Azur reaches its heights in July and August, but weather is beach-good from May to September. Its charm lasts all year round.

Where to stay

For your outing on a yacht, what could be more alluring than wearing the “Divina by de GRISOGONO” pieces?

Sculptural and opulent, these jewels are to be worn like a sensual and caressing gold ribbon.

Hotel Cap Estel in Èze is a 5-star gem 7 km west of Monaco, superbly positioned on its own promontory.

Villa Garbo in Cannes is a boutique hotel a 5-minute walk away from the beach and La Croisette.

Hotel Sezz in St. Tropez offers large, stylish rooms, bungalows and villas, some with personal plunge pools.

Where to eat and drink The Côte d’Azur has 50 Michelin-starred restaurants, including La Palme d’Or in Cannes, La Voile at Ramatuelle near St. Tropez, La Vague d’Or at St. Tropez, and six restaurants in Monaco, three stars for Alain Ducasse’s Le Louis XV. de GRISOGONO Boutique Hotel Carlton 58, Boulevard de La Croisette Tel +33 (0)4 93 99 83 57

A cocktail at Blue Gin on Monaco’s waterfront.

Top DJs at Gotha Club in Cannes.

Les Caves du Roy at Byblos Hotel in St.Tropez.

Vintage and classic yachts, 150 beautiful craft taking part in the Regates Royales, Cannes, September.

“Tondo by Night S10” - Timepiece in turquoise blue photoLuminescent composite Fiberglass - Bezel set with 48 amethysts (1.05 cts) - Blackened reverse oscillating weight, set with 60 amethysts (0.20 ct) - Dark purple galuchat strap.

• Plage de l’Escalet, near St. Tropez, a delightful sandy-pebble beach on a rocky coastline with turquoise waters and intimate coves.

• Plage de la Bastide Blanche, reachable only on foot or by boat.

A sandy beach with incredibly turquoise water.

• Tarte tropezienne, a cream-filled brioche invented by pastry-baker Alexandre Micka and named by Brigitte Bardot.

“Divina by de GRISOGONO” earrings in pink gold set with 478 white diamonds (14.20 cts).

“Divina by de GRISOGONO” bracelet in pink gold set with 287 white diamonds (26.95 cts).

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