GLORIOUS GARDENS Ikos Resorts has unveiled a new botanical treasure at Ikos Aria on Kos, Greece, the birthplace of Hippocrates. The Hippocrates “Garden of Life” is a captivating tribute to the father of Western medicine, blending ancient wisdom, natural beauty, and cultural storytelling into a single, serene space. The garden showcases herbs and plants once used in early healing practices, arranged in areas inspired by mythological figures and ancient heroes. Pomegranate, myrtle, fig, wild rose, juniper, dittany, and more create a fragrant, timeless journey through the landscapes of Hippocratic medicine. This inspiring new sanctuary forms part of Ikos Green, the Sani/Ikos Group’s longterm ESG commitment to protecting the environment and celebrating each destination’s unique identity. For more information about Ikos Aria, visit ikosresorts.com/resorts/ikos-aria CULINARY DELIGHTS A new culinary experience has arrived on Lake Como. Grand Hotel Victoria, the flagship of R Collection Hotels in Menaggio, has opened Restaurant 1827 – Sushi & Fusion Bar, a beautiful meeting point between Japanese artistry and Italian elegance. Here, delicate Oriental techniques are paired with Italy’s finest ingredients, resulting in dishes such as edamame with Tuscan chilli, wakame brightened with Sicilian citrus, and an exquisite selection of sushi, nigiri, and sashimi – each with a gentle Italian touch. Perfect for cosmopolitan travellers and discerning locals alike, Restaurant 1827 – Sushi & Fusion Bar is Lake Como’s first refined Japanese fusion bar. Guests can continue their journey of relaxation at the hotel’s award-winning spa, the exclusive Victoria Beach Club, or on a private boat. Discover more at grandhotelvictoria.it AWARD-WINNING LUXURY Sani Resort has been honoured in the ‘Best Resort in Greece’ category in both the Condé Nast Traveler (US) and Condé Nast Traveller (UK) 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. Announced in October 2025, Sani Resort ranked first in the US edition and second in the UK edition – testament to its enduring reputation as one of the world’s finest family resorts. Set on the Kassandra peninsula within a 1,000-acre ecological reserve, Sani Resort offers white-sand beaches, a vibrant marina, and more than 40 restaurants and bars. Its five hotels have helped define European hospitality for nearly 50 years. Guests can enjoy a range of academies – from the Rafa Nadal Tennis Centre to the Bear Grylls Survival Academy – along with acclaimed kids’ clubs and the resort’s longstanding sustainability initiative, Sani Green. Find out more at sani-resort.com HONEYMOON NEWS 103
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