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-The Cinecittà Studios, where many of the films of the golden age of Italian cinema were shot, is finally being open to public visits to the joy of lovers of cinema like our blogger Marcelo.

The Fabrica dei sogni (in Italian, Factory of dreams) opens its doors to the public: Now the Cinecittà Studios can be visited for groups of at least 20 persons.

In the past, many of our clients wanted to have the experience of a guided tour  to this magic place where many legends of the cinema have work and produced authentic masterpieces beyond words.

They were quite disappointed with the fact that it was not possible.

Lucky all cinema lovers (among them me) who have now the chance to have access to this art temple.

The place could be considered second home of the great Federico Fellini or probably his main one, since dreams where for him more real than anything else (whoever says no, see Chuanz Tzu and his butterfly story which is one of my favourites to be honest…)

Gassman, Loren, Mastroianni all part of the Cinecittà family that gave us pleasure beyond measure as only real art can provide.

Check this page: http://www.cinecittastudios.it/en. Or write an email to our hotels reception @yeshotelrome.com and reception@hoteldesartises.com for more information. You may need an accommodation. Check  the web sites www.yeshotelrome.com and www.hoteldesartises.com

Hope to see you very soon here in Rome!!!

Our blogger: Marcelo

-The year starts in Rome in a poetic vein, with an exhibition of Marc Chagall, one of the most payful and lyrical painters ofthe 20th century.

Forget the classical order…

Forget the laws of gravity …

Let’s be upside down and see…

From 22^nd December 2010  until 27^th March 2011,  the exhibition  ‘’Chagall.Il mondo sottosopra’’, ‘’The upside down world of Chagall’’ takes place in Rome in the Ara Pacis Museum.   On display 138 paintings and drawings made between 1917 and 1982 From the Musée National d’Art Moderne Centre Georges Pompidou and the Musée National Marc Chagall in Nice and private collections. The Ara Pacis Museum is located in Lungotevere in Augusta (at the corner with  via Tomacelli), is open every day from 9.00-19.00 closed on Monday.  It offers a chance to have a look at the Great Monument commissioned by the Roman Senate on 4 July 13 BC to honor the triumphal return from Hispania and Gaul of the Roman emperor Augustus and celebrated peace. The Altar is recognized as a masterpiece. It is open to the public from 21^st april 2006.

Marc Chagall (1887 – 1985) , pioneer of modernism and one of the greatest figurative painters. Creator of some of the best-known paintings of our time. He synthesized the art forms of Cubism, Symbolism, and Fauvism. He was able to convey striking images using only two or three colors. His colors created a vibrant atmosphere. His paintings were sold for record prices. Chagall achieved fame and fortune

Our Blogger: Marcelo

-Rome against Lazio, the match that shakes Rome to its foundation its coming and Jona has all the details for you.

The serie A, the number one sportive passion in Rome,  is just at the beginning  and AS Roma won second place last year, partly thanks to with a draw at home to Cesena. The same for the entire sample of Italy in office, which in away against Bologna should not be below zero to zero. The starting of Juventus  is bad with the defeat in Bari, while AC Milan with his devastating attack, defeat Lecce at the San Siro. There are many twists of the first day of the championship even more beautiful in the world this year ’s promises strong emotions. Lazio, the other team of Rome city, unfortunately starts this season with a bad defeat in Genoa against Sampdoria of  Antonio Cassano. The two Roman teams have different goals: the Roma will struggle to win the championship while Lazio will try to access the first four in the standings to participate in the Champions League next year. To achieve their goals  they must demonstrate character and above all, determination.

On November 7, 2010, the tenth day of the championship, it will take place the match Lazio-Roma, the Roman derby. There aren’t  only three points at stake, there’s not only victory to be won, but in between there’s the honor of the two teams and both sides. For the fans is more than a football match and they expect more than usual from their respective teams. Like every year, the Olympic Stadium will be at maximum capacity, with both sides presenting their choreography and chants: a beautiful sight for those who love football!

Tickets and prices will be available one week before the game.

Our blogger: Jona

The legendary rock band will make a stop in Rome as a part of their “2010 Chinese Democracy World Tour”

Presales are now open for the great concert of Guns N ‘Roses to be held September 4 at the Palalottomatica in Rome. Actually will be two shows in Italy, Rome is the first confirmed date for the second must wait a bit ‘. You can start with the whole betting if you like. Milan could be? Why not. Meanwhile, for all the Romans came the confirmation: Axl & Co are back in Italy. During the live concert you can listen to some of the tracks of the long-awaited album “Chinese Democracy” but also the great hits of the band: memorable and unforgettable.

Presales  are available through Ticketone.it and many other authorized retailers.

To enjoy all the events of the exciting Roman summer make a reservation at Yes Hotel or Hotel Des Artistes, your best options to get the most of your Roman holidays.

Our blogger today was: Jona

Again this summer in Rome and until 16th September 2010 fitness lovers have an open air gym dedicated to sports and sweating  ! At Mondo Fitness  loads of outdoor activities not to be missed  such as rowing, running  but also  many water sports such as acquagym. Fun is guaranteed along the rythm of music and with the  best instructors , and families  will be able to  leave their  children safely at the day care.

The world fitness in Rome will carry you away  you all summer with long  wonderful , striding nights for those of you that likes to run a lot, along  some exercises to try to avoid the stress bicycle speeding and a lot more. If you prefer more relax then you can also go for yoga, and if you are the beach type then try beach volley ! Rome Mondo Fitness is ideally located near most major Rome monuments

Plus to entertain and move some more muscle   a great concert will be taking place  , and  on the 18/07/2010  also  the grand prix of  rowing , with two races of interest under the guidance of manager of the Rowing MondoFitness.
Hungry and in  need of a a well deserved break ? There also are restauraurants and bars in the fitness village.
So start running now to the Rome Mondo Fitness at Tor de Quinto, it will be an unforgettable summer for those who  consider  muscles , well being and fitness  to be a must and you will  also find it to be  a great opportunity to meet new crowds ! the Mondo Fitness Gym in Rome is in easy reach of Rome centre, where you can book your ideal Rome accomodation such as Lucci Hotel.

Where : Roma Tor Di Quinto From the 9th of June to 16th of September 2010.
Telephone : +39 0685863069
For more info please  also  visit  : www.mondofitnessmagazine.it

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Today’s blogger : Angelo

The Rome Film Festival 2010 is at its already 5th Edition and  is the place to be if you want to meet  next generation actors and movie producers along with the already  famous and gorgeous crowds. Hurry and get your ticket now !
This year 2010 the Rome Film Festival is partnered by the Comune di Roma.

What is the Rome Movie Festival ? Its intent  is  to draw attention to the best expressions of world cinema, listening and making them listen to the voices of wider appeal, research, raised the chances of events aimed at a wider knowledge of personality and particularly significant moments in the history of film, today as yesterday. With the  emphasis on proposal that would also show that  cinema is worthy study of cultures and express that contribute to meetings, exchanges and negotiations in the film industry.  An Artistic Director implements this purpose which governs the harmonization of the program and  there also is a Commission of Experts referred to his appointment, based on respective mandates, to allocate responsibility for specific sections.

The  Rome Film Festival program also includes the International Film Market in Rome, under the leadership of its Director, that will take place in various locations, even in close cooperation with leading industrial organizations of Italian cinema. In parallel, other exchanges  will occur between producers and directors in order  to fund new works (Factory project).
The Rome International Film Market and the Factory of the projects take place according and will be published separately.

Where :

The Rome 2010 edition of the  Film festival will be taking place at the Auditorium Parco Della musica in Rome  where major Rome Concerts are held and near our Central Rome Hotels such as Lucci Hotel Rome where you will find excellent accomodation at discounted rates.

When :

From 28th October until 5th November 2010.

Our blogger : JONA

Our Blogger: Angelo

the blues master, B.B King is going to visit Rome the 13th of june 2010 at the Auditorium Parco della Musica, located at viale Pietro Coubertin 30. After years of absence he’s coming out again. So get ready for a great evening of some of the best blues in the world that will make for an experience to remember. This is a something that you can’t miss.The tickets are now on sale the cost is between 90 euros and 120 euros for the audience and 40 euros or 70 euros for the gallery. Either way you go , you won’t regret this wonderful evening full of emotions.

The venue for the concert, The Auditorium Parco Della Musica, is located only a short bus trip away from our hotels, Yes Hotel and Hotel Des Artistes, so don’t hesitate to make a booking to enjoy the many surprises Rome has to offer!

Our Blogger: Raul

-The exhibition organized to commemorate the anniversary of the death of the painter is gathering crowds from all over the world.

The Caravaggio exhibition in Rome is being a huge success. As if trying to make up for the decades of oblivion, Italy and  tourists from all around the world are flocking to the Scuderie del Quirinale Museum to admire the works of the Lombard painter who for some critics is “the first modern painter”.

The reason for all this excitement is the 400th anniversary  of the death of the painter who lived in Rome and spent his last years as an outlaw after killing a man in a fight. Many paintings have been gathered from museums all over Europe sepcially for this exhibition, so it’s not very likely you’ll have the cance to see them all together again in your lifetime! There is no better occasion to get acquainted with the ouvre of one of the most famous and mysterious Italian painters

The line for the exhibition can be quite long, so our advice is to book beforehand, which can be done on line. You will pay a bit more for the pre-sale rights, but it will be worth saving the waiting time.

And don’t forget it: for accomodation in Rome Lucci Hotel and Hotel Des Artistes are your best options!

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Our Blogger: Rhodora

Elisa Toffoli, better known only as Elisa (Monfalcone, 19 December 1977), is a singer, composer, musician and record producer. Born in a small town called Monfalcone in Gorizia, Italy,  she is one of the few Italian singer-songwriters to write many of her songs in English, that, of course, without neglecting her devout Italian following.  She was discovered at the age of 19, with the debut album Pipes & Flowers, a full-English album, but fame came thanks to the successful participation in the legendary Sanremo Festival in 2001 with the song Luce – tramonti a nord est ( Light – sunsets in the north east).From that stage the singer has built a solid career whose main hallmark is the quality of the music.Elisa has sold more than 2 million records, mainly in Italy, during her 14-year career.

Between April and June of 2009 Elisa participates in an initiative aimed at the reconstruction of the the city of L’Aquila as a result of the earthquake:on 21 April 2009 she took part in the recording of the single Domani 21/04.09 a project by Jovanotti and Negramaro’s singer, Giuliano Sangiorgi.

This April, the singer will embark on her Elisa Tour 2010 , 14 concerts that will take her to all the major cities in Italy with songs from his most recent album, Heart whose first single Anche se non Trovi le Parole (Even if you can’t find the Words), is already a favorite among radio audiences and among our staff tooand we are including it on this post for your viewing pleasure)! If you are coming to Rome don’t miss the chance to enjoy some of the finest Italian pop with Elisa, the 16 april at the Palalottomatica arena, and don’t miss the chance to have the perfect Roman vacation making a booking at Hotel Des Artistes or Yes Hotel!.

Our Blogger: Marcelo

Prepare yourself for the most fantastic journey…A journey of over 14,000 lines turned into the most amazing show before your eyes. The Dante’s journey through the three realms of the afterlife. A journey to the unknown which becomes possible due to the imagination of one of the greatest writers of world literature.

Lost in a dark wood, unable to find the ‘’diritta via’’ (straight way) to salvation Dante finds the guidance of his ‘’Idol’’ the Great Virgilio through the Inferno (Hell) and Purgatorio (Purgatory). But for the Great Pagan Poet it is not possible to continue. Then Beatrice his beloved and ideal woman takes him through the Paradiso (Heaven).

In Hell, the poetic justice rules and so in  this terms each sin finds its right punishment. If  for example you were a fortune-teller in life, you are condemned  to walk with you head on backwards (unable to see what is ahead). Quite fair after all. Isn’t it?

The Purgatory represents the Christian life. The hope of “the conversion of the soul from the sorrow and misery of sin to the state of grace’’ in which faith finds its very basis. It may sound funny but certainly The Purgatory is notable for suggesting the medieval knowledge of a spherical Earth…

Finally Beatrice guides Dante through the celestial spheres of Heaven, of course concentric ones (as suggested by the Aristotelian cosmology). From the most ancient times, the circle was seen as the most perfect form in the universe. However, Dante accepts the fact that his vision of heaven is only  the one that his human eyes allow him to see.

For him, as a consequence,  the  soul that has reached Paradise stops at the level suitable to it. All depending on their human ability to love God. There is indeed a heavenly hierarchy but not determined by time or learning but by their proximity to the Divine.

This Show offers a colorful representation of the great mystery of human condition. A way to re-think from a different point of view this day-to- day life of ours,  by contemplating the eternal scene of the world beyond. And hopefully each one of us will find his own paradise…