08/26/2025
Rocco Forte is a great partner, here are a few family friendly ideas for your next adventure.....
Family & Friends Summer Blast at Verdura Resort (Italy) ~
Nestled along the picturesque southwest coast of Sicily, Verdura Resort awaits as the ultimate Mediterranean escape with its own private beach, world-renowned Kyle Phillips golf course, an indulgent spa offering holistic therapies, and a superb kids club. Verdura Resort recently introduced new experiences for families, including the opportunity to learn how to kitesurf with champions and master the decks like a DJ. Families can also discover Sicily's diverse landscapes with off-road adventures and scenic yacht trips, enjoy unique culinary events, and celebrate with personalized experiences in Rocco Forte Private Villas.
The Little Gladiator Experience at Hotel de la Ville (Italy) ~
Add some excitement to your family's trip to Rome with a thrilling and enjoyable activity for your kids. Instead of boring books or lectures, give your children the chance to experience what life was like for a gladiator in ancient times. Bring them to a genuine school for brave gladiators where they can learn about the history of these fierce fighters from passionate and knowledgeable instructors. They will even have the opportunity to handle and wear real weapons and armor used in ancient bales. But the real fun begins when they train like true Roman gladiators, learning techniques of attack and defense with a sword (safety is always a top priority!)
Fairytale Escape to Bavaria’s UNESCO Castle Wonders at The Charles Hotel (Germany)
The Charles, a Rocco Forte Hotel, is offering guests the opportunity to experience these architectural masterpieces up close with individually organized tours to each of the four castles, steeped in history, fantasy, and royal grandeur. Families on the hotel's one-day Royal Castle Tours can explore the enchanting castles of King Ludwig II, each filled with unique marvels like a floor-lowering table, throne-like toilets, secret passages, and grottoes with heated stalactites and color-changing lights. Families can visit the famous Neuschwanstein Castle, which inspired the castle in the Disney classic “Cinderella” as well as the “Sleeping Beauty Castle” at Disneyland, along with the villa-like Linderhof Castle.
Art Hunt at Uffizi Gallery at Hotel Savoy (Italy)
The Hotel Savoy, in collaboration with the great Florentine Museum, (located two minutes’ walk from the hotel), has created an irresistible treasure hunt that will arouse children’s curiosity as well as their artistic sensitivity, as well as giving their parents to see their children having fun during their trip to the Uffizi. There’s a magic box to guide the children, containing the treasure map and a series of cards which show the treasures hidden in the works of the great masters. It’s all there waiting to be discovered.
TinTin Suite at Hotel Amigo (Belgium)
The only Tintin Suite in the world, our suite brings joy to fans of all ages, featuring artwork, books, prints, and other decorations handcrafted for the Hotel Amigo by Tintinimaginatio—including a unique drawing signed by Steven Spielberg when he stayed at the Hotel Amigo during the Tintin film launch. Fun for families, the Suite includes a bodyguard, Little Snowy, Tintin-themed bed linens, comic book artwork, and books that bring the stories to life. Adjacent to the bedroom is the Carrara marble bathroom with exclusive, luxurious Irene Forte products.
Discover the Puppet Heritage of Palermo at Villa Igiea (Italy)
Discover history, majesty, and serenity at Villa Igiea: a turn-of-the-century palazzo at the perimeter of vivid Palermo, which was once a long-loved seaside-meets-city sanctuary for royalty, dignitaries, and Hollywood luminaries. Families can experience the magic of one of Palermo’s most captivating traditions — the Opera dei Pupi, a UNESCO-recognized Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage. This intimate experience, designed for children, is an invitation to step into a mesmerizing world of craftsmanship, history and imagination. Little ones will delight in centuries-old stories and heroic quests, told through richly detailed puppets. Handcrafted with extraordinary care and attention to detail, each puppet is brought to life by the skilled and devoted hands that will one day pass down this beloved art form to future generations.
Rocco Forte Kids
The Rocco Forte Kids program ensures younger guests are just as pampered as the grown-ups, welcoming children of all ages with tailored experiences for babies (0-3), kids (4-12), and teens (13-16). Families traveling with infants will find everything they need for a seamless stay, from bottle warmers and baby baths to complimentary baby meals and a full range of infant amenities upon request. Rocco Forte invites teenagers into its soothing spas across Europe, from The Balmoral in Scotland to The Charles Hotel in Munich, where special treatments are tailor-made for teens. As part of Rocco Forte Kids, teenagers can enjoy indulgent teen spa treatments, allowing them to unwind and enjoy age-appropriate wellness experiences. Whether exploring the city or relaxing at the spa, Rocco Forte Kids ensures teenagers have something new and exciting to share every day.
