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Our Blogger: Arianna fhmbi9u2pz

Probably only few people know that in Rome  there’s a theatre company who plays their pieces only in English.

Every summer the Roman forum becomes the space where the actors perform different pieces inspired in historic themes. The miracle players is the name of this company. This summer they will be performing a play based on the life of Michelangelo. What’s interesting about this piece it’s the theatre policy; in fact, the miracle players perform every representation in comic key!

The Life of Michelangelo will be performed every Friday evening at 19:30 from June 19th till August 7th 2009. But here’s the best: the entrance it’s for free and you don’t need reservation.

How to get there from Hotel des Artistes? Take the B subway line and get off at Colosseo station; then walk down via dei Fori Imperiali..

For more information check www.miracleplayers.org

The Miracle players perform as well for private meetings, conferences etc etc. If you are wondering why the representation it’s for free, that’s because the miracle players are a non-profit organization whose main objective is to promote the culture of antiquity in historical locations. What are you still waiting for?

Stay with us and enjoy an amusing summer evening in one of the most impressive locations: the Colosseum.

Our Blogger: Lorenzo

Rev up your engines because the 54^th edition of the Rome Motor Show is getting ready to open its doors at its new location, Auditorium Parco Della Musica (Viale P. De Coubertin) June 5^th, 6^th and 7^th 2009.

The show will host motorcycles both national and international, mini cars, electric cars, vintage automobiles and the famous Ferraris. For those who are in love with motors this would be enough, but there is much more to the show. Many events have been planned such as the presentation of three awards, the “Motor Award” which will be presented to important people involved in the automobile and motorcycle areas, the “Comunication Award” to be presented to journalists that create and write about automobiles and motorcycles in the many magazines dedicated to this passion and the Power and Style Motor Challenge Award, to be presented to the most upgraded car chosen by the public.

For children aged 3 to 12 there will be a presentation of the rules of the road and a test drive in mini cars with the issuing of their first licence. Of course there will be an ecological and green area which will host the latest technology in ecological automobiles. These attractive automobiles will be accompanied by attractive fashion that is a must if purchasing these fascinating vehicles. Attractive will be the Miss Roma Motor show as well.

The true jewel of the show is the Ferrari show. For those in love with the past the vintage show will definitely not let you down and will contrast the design and concept show for those that always look forward to new styles and concepts. Alternative to these automobiles and motorcycles is the model car area, cars used by the army, police and government bodies and the motorcycle, quad and alternative vehicle area. Beautiful vehicles, spectacular venue what more would a motor lover want, perhaps a free entrance?

Yoir best option for accomodation in Rome are Yes Hotel and Hotel Des Artistes. Its comfort end convenient location will make your roman holidays a dream come true.

Our Blogger: Wanda

The church of Santa Maria Maggiore, in the center of Rome, is an historical treasure and an usual stop in many visitors’ itinerary. But many people don’t know the curious history behind its foundation. The legend says that beetwen the 4^th and the 5^th of August of 352, Pope Liberio and Giovanni, a rich Roman gentleman, dreamed the Mother Mary asking them to build a church devoted to her on the Esquilino hill. The virgin also told them that in the place chosen to build the church it was going to snow, and as you might know, snow is extremely rare in Rome, even on the coldest seasons, let alone August, normally one of the hottest months of the Roman Summer. The following morning, anyway, Giovanni and the pope found snow at the summit of the Esquilino hill, and Giovanni, being a rich man, financed the construction of the church in the area covered with it.

The miracle of the snow, as the event is remembered, is celebrated still today on August 5^th with the celebration of a solemn mass at Santa Maria Maggiore, and that day petals of white roses are thrown from one of the domes of the church, creating a beautiful effect that’s definitively worth seeing.

Actually The Pope is particularly devote to this basilica and because of it he always celebrates Maria’s dogma. In fact, Santa Maria Maggiore has been the first Roman church devoted to the Virgin Mary, Mother of Jesus and Mother of the men.

There used to be painting on the altar depicting the assumption and the miracle of the snow. It was painted between 1428 and 1431 by Masolino da Panicale but it has been removed and it can now be admired in the National Gallery of Capodimonte in Naples.

The best thing would be to come to Rome on the 5^th of August when you can assist at the celebrations. But if you cannot arrange to be here on that date, anytime is perfect to visit Santa Maria Maggiore, only some minutes away from Hotel Des Artistes and Yes Hotel, where we’ll be more than happy to give you all the necessary information to visit this and many other famous atracttions in Rome.

Our Blogger: Arianna

9 hot days in July: from the 10 of the 19 you’ll have he chance to enjoy the summer with the Umbria jazz festival, one of the most popular and famous annual appointments with jazz in Europe.

So if you like great music and you would like to do something different, combining music and food, this festival it’s for you.

The location is beautiful: Perugia, a small pretty city full of history and youth. The University of Perugia is in fact the first one in Italy when it comes to exchange students from all around the world.

The strongest names on this edition of the festival are those of Wynton Marsalis and Ahmad Jamal. Marsalis is the stablished leader of a new  batch of jazz musicians and a great educator. Jamal is known to jazz audiences for its minimalistic style that famously influenced Miles Davis. Many of the most important Italian jazz stars will offer concerts as well: Stefano Bollani in duo with Chick Corea, and the young Francesco Cafiso with Wynton Marsalis. To the joy of those more inclined to the more “pop” wing of jazz, Simply Red and Steely Dan will offer concerts as well.

The concerts of the festival will be held at three different venues: the most famous singers will exhibit in the S. Jillian arena . Please take a moment to imagine yourself here. See the beginning of summer, a sweet night, jazz sound all around and the acropolis behind…..Isn’t wonderful?

Actually it’s possible choosing between other two locations: the Morlacchi theatre and the S. Caecilian oratorical where you can enjoy the music for free.

While listening the music you can enjoy some great italian cuisine: in fact in some local in city centre every day you can have, aperitif jazz ,lunch jazz, and dinner jazz.

For more information visit http://www.umbriajazz.com/

There’s nothing better to complete your artistic experience than a visit to Rome, anly a couple of hours of train away from Perugia. Or you can use Rome, a great city for jazz lovers, as a base to do a day trip to Perugia to enjoy the music and then come back to rest and relax in Yes Hotel Rome or Hotel Des Artistes Rome.

Enjoy the music!!!!!!

Our Blogger: Lorenzo

It won’t take you long to discover the many treasures of the eternal city of Rome. From its many antique churches and ruins to its local delicacies, Rome will offer you a new surprise at every visit but have you ever thought of its hidden jewels?

When we mention jewels we are talking about precious stones and years and years of design and creation. These hidden treasures can be seen at the Bulgari expo, “Between eternity and history 1884-2009” to be held at the Palazzo delle esposizioni (194 Via Nazionale) from the 22^nd of May to the 13^th of September. The expo will highlight the founder of the legendary Bulgari name, Sotiro Bulgari and his connection to the city of Rome.

This year Bulgari celebrates its 125^th anniversary of its store opening in Rome. Bulgari is famous today for its colored stones, unique in the world. Its style mixes Greek influences with Italian flavor. The exposition will include approximately 400 pieces of jewelry, precious pieces and unique watches. Many of these pieces have never been seen by the public because they are the property of collectors while others are part of a vintage collection that is no longer available to the public. Photographs of famous people who have worn or own a piece of this outstanding jewelry and original designs and details of the creation of these jewels will all be yours to admire.

The Palazzo delle Esposizioni is located near Repubblica square, within walking distance from Yes Hotel and Hotel des Artistes, two of the most outstanding alodgement options in Rome!

Our Blogger: Andrea

The last 3^rd of April, the Euro exhibition has been inaugurated in Rome. After Bratislava and Barcelona this fantastic appointment came into the Italian capital.

Lorenzo Bini Smaghi, member of the executive board of the ECB Rome, has given the first speech to introduce the event, on whiche he explained that  the main objective of the Euro Exhibition is to give a wide public the opportunity to have an overview of the euro coins and banknotes and to increase the knowledge of their characteristics.

So, you are invited in the premises of Banca D’Italia to use all the elements which will contribute to make your visit an interesting, learning and unique experience at the same time.

However, there you can find on display genuine banknotes and interactive touch screens; and if you decide to go with your kids, don’t worry: a wonderful children’s corner is ready to welcome the little people. They will have fun with exciting games, life-size heroes figures of the “Anna and Alex take on the banknotes forgers” booklets.

Banca D’Italia, with this Exhibition, intends to celebrate the10^th anniversary of the introduction of the Euro in the main Italian bank. Consequently, the event will be free; you have no excuses to miss this interesting event.

Open time and days: Monday to Friday from 10.00 am until 6.00 pm ( 1^st of May, 2^nd and 29^th of June excluded).

Address: Banca D’Italia, Villa Huffler, via Nazionale 191 Roma

Via Nazionale, an avenue filled with commercial and cultural life is located only a few minutes away from Yes Hotel and Hotel Des Artistes, your top choices if you want to get the most from your Euros while in Rome!

Our Blogger: Wanda

Organized by the Italian Federation  of Equestrian Sports this event has reached its 76^th edition, to be held from May 22nd to 25th 2009 in Rome, at the historic Villa Borghese.

The story of the competition begins in 1928 with four teams  (France, Poland, Spain and Italy) and with an Italian, the captain Sandro Bettoni as the great protagonist with three individual victories and a great contribution that helped his team to obtain the Cup of the Nations.

Since then the increasing prestige of the demonstration has attracted many kings, presidents, ambassadorial, and important characters of the politics of and the social and cultural life.

The Roman contest is still recognized as one of the most fascinating horse shows in the World and as such has been inserted among the eight appointments of the Samsung Super League by 2003, a sort of Great Slam, the circuit of the best European contests to which the eight best teams of the world are invited.

A video of the edition of 1952

If the horseback riding is one your hobbies or if you simply love horses, you cannot miss the opportunity to witness this important competition with the backdrop of one of the most stunning areas in the Eternal City. Of course, one of the first steps to plan your trip is to find accomodation: look no more, Yes Hotel and Hotel des Artistes will offer you everything you need to have an amazing vacation in Rome.

Our Blogger: Stefano

Everybody knows that sport is good: good for the body and the mind. The sport made conscientiously is synonymous of wellness. You can do amateur sport or athletics, as long as you follow a good method.
The festival of fitness in Rome is a good opportunity for those who love sports or are professionals of the field, but it’s also a good chance for those who only want to have tons of fun and do some exercise.

The Festival will give you the opportunity to sweat a little (or a lot), have new experiences and meet new disciplines. You can also find instructors who will help you to discover new methods of training, and to use new fitness tools. But you will also be able to  make new friends, have fun and spend a day off the beaten track.
The Festival has been defined "The Woodstock of Fitness" for its way of bringing together lots of different people. After 17 years in Rimini and 3 years in Florence, finally the festival will be held in Rome, and it will take place from 11 to 14 June 2009 at the New Fiera di Roma.

 
As everybody knows, the right amount of activity and a good alimentation are the basis for the prevention and treatment of many diseases including those of particular gravity, and for this there is nothing better than a good day of sport. The festival is open to everyone from children to elderly.
So, remember to put the tracksuit in a suitcase when travelling, because there are lots of sport waiting for you in Rome. And since all this activity will surely make you feel really tired, make sure to find accomodation in a welcoming hotel with great rates like Hotel des Artistes or Yes Hotel!

Our Blogger: Stefano

Sergio Cammariere is an Italian singer renowned for his talent. Cammariere is an interpreter of Italian music and he mixes classical music, jazz and South American sounds.
Cammariere is cousin of the late Italian singer Rino Gaetano, a precursor of his times, a music rebel and a never forgotten artist despite the years.

Cammariere took his first steps in music at a young age, but the success came as a result of his participation in the Sanremo Festival in 2003. The mainstream public knows him for a song that has become famous: Tutto quello che un uomo. This song won the third place prize and the Critics at the Sanremo festival.

His most famous album is probably the first one, released on January 2002: Dalla pace del mare lontano. In this album there is a extraordinary equilibrium between harmony and emotion which makes every song on the album a small work of art.

Are famous his theatrical tour in which you usually play alone with the piano or with an accompaniment of some elements like cello and drums. There are many prizes he has won among which the Riccio d’Argento, the prize given to the best live author.

Among his other works are also memorable the soundtracks of several films including "Teste rasate" of 1994 and "Uomini senza donne" in 1996.
Cammariere is also engaged in social work and in 2008 joined the campaign against the administration of psychotropic drugs to children.

There’s no better place to start enjoying the many enchants of Italian lifestyle than Yes Hotel or Hotel Des Artistes, two hotels that will make understand what Dolce Vita means!

Our Blogger: Marcelo

Unique and very valuable works can be admired on a new exhibition in Rome, Giotto e il Trecento (Giotto and the fourteenth century), a chance to have an interesting approach to the middle ages art. The huge exhibition at the Complesso del Vittoriano displays 150 masterpieces from museums around the world.

Giotto was the first Italian artist to overcome the tendencies of Byzantine painting of his time by exploring what eventually would lead to the great artistic revolution of the Renaissance. Profoundly innovative, the art of this great master was not indifferent to their peers, and in his time enjoyed great fame.

Among the great works on display there are masterpieces of great painters of the   fourteenth century as Cimabue, Pietro Lorenzetti, Simone Martini, Giovanni Pisano, Arnolfo di Cambio, Tino di Camaino and others, as well as jewelry, wooden sculptures and illuminated manuscripts. This represents the classic and gothic influences that shaped a new taste in art and renovated the canons of expression and will be presented in different sections.

The Complesso del Vittoriano is really easy to reach from Hotel Des Artistes or Yes Hotel. Visit our web sites www.hoteldesartistes.com or www.yeshotelrome.com to get more information on location, rates and availability for accommodation!