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2014/01/26

Ushuaia Ibiza Beach Hotel


Ushuaïa Ibiza Beach Hotel - A modern, cool design statement, the Ushuaïa Ibiza Beach Hotel is THE place to stay for today's urbane clientele. Now consisting of two hip units, the Ushuaïa Club with the spectacular poolside stage and the Ushuaïa Tower with breathtaking views. It's style-led from top to bottom: uncluttered, spacious and relaxing, the perfect remedy for hectic city lives. Add a touch of Ibiza with chilled areas and VIP tents, lounge bars and chic eateries, then mix the best parties with the world's top DJ's and you'll have some of the most memorable afternoons round the pool, ever!
Minimalist décor, natural finishes and the latest technology make for an unforgettable atmosphere with thoughtful touches like blackout curtains, mood lighting, sensual rain shower, and for an additional charge; bed sheet menu, aromatherapy menu and MAXI bar are included in all the rooms. Swim Up Rooms have even more with direct pool access and sunken sunbed, whilst the super spacious Suites have a canopy bed and indoor Jacuzzi.
Ushuaïa's in-house events and daytime party scene with the world's top DJs playing on a spectacular open-air stage means guests may never want to leave! But with Space just opposite, and some of Ibiza's coolest beach bars on the wide sands of Playa d'en Bossa nearby, we are sure you'll be tempted. Ibiza town's historic castle and famous nightlife, the port-side bars and Pacha, as well as IN beaches Salinas and Cala Jondal with the famous beach club Blue Marlin are just a few minutes by taxi – There's no doubt Ushuaïa has one of the best locations on the island.


Hotel Facilities

  • Adults only
  • 24 hr reception
  • Porter service
  • Air conditioning - in public areas
  • Wi-Fi internet - high speed (free of charge)
  • Outdoor swimming pool - Ushuaïa Club: Lake style pool & river swimming pool with high pressure and curtain-like faucets, swim-up bar and speakers under water / Ushuaïa Tower: infinity edge pool with unobstructed sea views
  • Outdoor Jacuzzi
  • Sun terrace with sun beds - and large Bali beds
  • Chill-out zone - Magic & Chill Garden
  • Pool towel service
  • Restaurant - Minami: Japanese restaurant with outdoor Zen garden and Teppanyaki tables
  • Bar - The Ushuaïa Club Hall Bar: soundproof lounge with avant-garde décor and music by the Hotel’s resident DJs / The Xaloc Sky Lounge in the Ushuaïa Tower with exclusive views & two panoramic elevators / The Last Call Bar in the Ushuaïa Tower
  • Bar - pool area - Infinity 2013: Restaurant-Bar with a two-storey terrace serving an exquisite cuisine by the pool and at the beach
  • Beach bar - Ushuaïa Beach Club Restaurant with exquisite Mediterranean cuisine, chill-out Musik and cocktail bar
  • Beach services - towels, sunbeds and umbrellas, Balinese beds (extra cost)
  • Wellness centre - with Jacuzzi, solarium overlooking the sea, personalized 24-hour service, VIP area and a wide selection of massages and facial and body treatments
  • Massages - in the wellness centre and at the pools (extra charge)
  • Hairdresser - Hairdressing and professional makeup services (also in the rooms)
  • Conference room
  • Boutique
  • VIP services - VIP areas and extensive VIP services
  • Laundry service
  • Parking - outdoor parking, valet parking, VIP parking for Suite guests
  • Late check-out facilities - left-luggage, shower, changing room
  • Late check-out possible - on request, extra charge
  • Extra Info - radio station and professional recording studio / Paytouch - pay only with two fingers

Rooms

  • Bathroom - with dual rain shower “sensual” system, bathroom products, hairdryer & straightener
  • Balcony or terrace - with pool or sea views
  • Air-conditioning
  • Wi-Fi internet - high speed (free of charge)
  • Telephone
  • TV - 42 inch flat screen
  • Bathrobe
  • Mini-bar - maxi-bar with premium drinks and high quality products (extra charge)
  • Mini-fridge
  • 24 hour room service

Entertainment and Sports

  • Events - all guests have free access to the amazing Ushuaïa parties
  • Palladium Sports Centre - wide variety of sports facilities around 50 m from the hotel, all free of charge to Fiesta guests (unless specified)
  • Tennis - 2 courts (free) and courses at different levels (extra charge)
  • Paddle-tennis - 7 courts
  • Multi-sport court - Handball / mini football pitch with artificial grass and multi-use court (basketball, volleyball, roller skate etc.)
  • Pool table - extra charge
  • Table football
  • Archery - 2 archery areas
  • Mini-golf
  • Video games - extra charge

Surrounding Area

  • Airport - 4 km
  • Nearest beaches - in front of the hotel
  • Supermarket - 50 m
  • Bus stop - in front of hotel (busses to Ibiza town)
  • Taxi rank - 50 m
  • Pharmacy - 1 km
  • Water sports - on the beach
Bed linen and bath towels provided

Hard Rock Hotel Ibiza

Hard Rock Hotel Ibiza - Hard Rock style and energy meet the cool Ibiza vibe as one of the first Hard Rock Hotels comes to Europe. Unique ambience, rock memorabilia and entertainment for kids, teens and adults, with an open air concert venue, rooftop terrace with amazing views, Rock Spa and Body Rock fitness centre and many other excellent facilities, including two great pools, an innovative sports programme, the Hard Rock Beach Club and 4 restaurants, all with their own special style and cuisine.
All accommodation has that soothing Ibiza style, perfect for relaxing, but with a few surprises like blackout curtains, chromotherapy and an übercool, open planned bathroom! Treat yourself to one of a selection of suites for more space and some fabulous extras; 'swim up' pool access, underwater loungers, cocktail station or large roof terrace with Jacuzzi and sea or concert views!
The Hard Rock Hotel Ibiza is in the fashionable resort of Playa d'en Bossa with more and more upmarket hotels, venues and restaurants appearing each season. Right by the long sandy beach with a choice of chill-out and lounge bars and close to famous clubs like Space and the Ushuaia with its spectacular outdoor stage, it is also just a short taxi ride from Ibiza town with nighttime shopping in the port and the yacht marina, Pacha nightclub, Lio cabaret-restaurant and the Casino.

Hotel Facilities

  • 24 hr reception
  • Airport Transfer (on request, extra charge)
  • Lift
  • Air conditioning - in all public areas
  • Wi-Fi internet - high-speed (free of charge)
  • Internet corner - extra charge
  • Outdoor swimming pool - 2 pools: Pool Tower with underwater sun beds and Pool Club with children's area and different jets
  • Children's pool
  • Sun terrace with sun beds
  • Chill-out zone - different chill-out areas
  • Roof terrace - chill-out terrace with amazing views of the beach and Ibiza Town
  • Pool towel service - extra charge
  • Restaurant - 4 restaurants, all with their own special style and cuisine
  • Cafeteria/snack bar
  • Bar - coffee shop and Sports Club Bar with stage for concerts and screens for sport events
  • Bar - pool area - 2 pool bars
  • Beach bar - Hard Rock Beach Club
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Spa - Rock Spa with thermal circuit (indoor pool, experience showers, relaxation area etc.)
  • Massage showers
  • Massages - also by the pool, extra charge
  • Beauty treatments - extra charge
  • Hairdresser - Brides Room with massage cabin, jacuzzi, make-up and hairdressing service
  • Conference room - convention centre for any kind of event, conference, workshop or meeting, capacity for up to 748 people
  • Boutique - Rock Shop
  • VIP services
  • Children's playground
  • Babysitter service - extra charge
  • Laundry service - incl. ironing service
  • Parking
  • Late check-out facilities - left-luggage
  • Late check-out possible - on request, according to availability
  • Additional Info - Fountain of Light: a spectacle of water, colours and music

Rooms

  • Double beds available on request - please mention in special requests
  • Bathroom - with rain shower and Rock Spa amenities
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Air-conditioning
  • Wi-Fi internet - high-speed (free of charge)
  • Safety deposit box - laptop size (free of charge)
  • Telephone
  • TV - HDTV
  • iPod dock
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Iron
  • Mini-bar - maxibar with premium drinks (extra charge)
  • Coffee
  • 24 hour room service
  • Additional info - blackout curtains, chromotherapie (LED lightning with different colours), Aromatherapie (extra charge), pillow menu (extra charge)

Entertainment and Sports

  • Events - open air stage for concerts with leading international bands
  • Daytime entertainment programme - sports and entertainment activities for adults and children
  • Mini club - Kids Club (4 - 11 yrs), Teenager area with state-of-the-art gaming zone, area to learn how to play the guitar
  • Gym - Body Rock fitness centre with surprising facilities and original and innovative sports activities
  • Palladium Sports Centre - wide variety of sports facilities around 100 m from the hotel, all free of charge to guests (unless specified)
  • Volleyball - on the beach
  • Table-tennis
  • Pool table

Surrounding Area

  • Airport - 4 km
  • Ibiza Town - 4 km
  • Playa d'en Bossa beach - in front of the hotel
  • Supermarket - 20 m
  • Bus stop - 200 m (Ibiza Town)
  • Taxi rank - 100 m
  • Pharmacy - 1 km
  • Water sports - on the beach (diving, canoes, catamarans, water-ski, jet-ski, stand up paddle)
  • Water park - 200 m
Bed linen and bath towels provided

2014/01/17

#Trip Diary# Berghain über alles!

Andare a Berlino, per me è sempre un piccolo sogno, ma d’altra parte anche un grande dovere. I biglietti aerei costano sempre un bel soldo sotto le vacanze Natalizie, ma io e la mia fidanzata, anche questa volta non ci siamo scoraggiati. Così, nell’ardua ricerca, abbiamo trovato un volo WizzAir, da Bergamo, diretto a Poznan, piccola cittadina polacca e da lì due ore di treno InterCity fino alla capitale germanica. Quando approdo nella stazione Berlinese di Ostbahnhof, mi accorgo per l’ennesima volta della storia che circonda questa immensa città. Scorgo nelle vicinanze l’unico chilometro e mezzo di muro rimasto, nel quartiere più Underground d’Europa, il Friedrichshain. I colori, i profumi, gli odori, le chiacchiere della gente, di questo pezzo importante di storia, ci accompagnano in hotel, in Zona AlexanderPlatz. Il tempo di uscire, un giro rapido per i migliori Mercatini Di Natale D’Europa, (altro che da me in Trentino, come tutti ben ne parlano) ed un’ispezione al panorama dalla cima della Torre Della Televisione, che è subito ora di mangiare un piatto tipico a base di grossi e grassi Wurstel, Patate e Senape e di sdraiarmi in preparazione BERGHAIN.
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Decidiamo, anche se a nostro gran rischio, di entrarci fra la mezzanotte e mezzo e l’una; l’orario preferito dai berlinesi come tutti gli intenditori sanno è la Domenica mattina od ancor meglio il pomeriggio, ma vogliamo rischiare e vedere la vera Berlino di notte. Così, ben vestiti da ‘Uomo Nero’, ci avviamo verso quello che tutti chiamano ‘Il Miglior Club Del Mondo’. Dopo circa tre quarti d’ora di fila ed un freddo imparagonabile, giungiamo davanti alla porta del super club tedesco. Il Signor Sven Marquardt, figlio di panettieri si, ma vi assicuro che lui del panettiere non ha nulla, nonchè il selezionatore più famoso del mondo, ci squadra da capo a piedi. Scruta, bisbiglia coi colleghi vicino, poi fa un sicuro cenno con la testa e ci indica di entrare. Anche questa volta ce l’abbiamo fatta. La priorità del Panorama Bar|Berghain è quella di cercare persone fighe, open-minded, rilassate. Sia etero, sia gay. Vogliono gente che, una volta dentro, si senta a suo agio, non minacciata. Vogliono anche proteggere la loro clientela omosessuale da ogni tipo di look, parola o gesto sgradevole. Vestirsi cool e con un certo stile oscuro, ‘dark’, di certo aiuta, ma senza strafare, vogliono anche persone semplici, in jeans e t-shirt. Quando ci si trova alla porta bisogna dimostrare loro che non ti spaventerà e non ti darà fastidio per un cazzo, vedere magari due uomini in atteggiamenti intimi e spinti, quando sarai dentro. Bando ai particolari, quando sono alla cassa e finisco di pagare il ticket (13€+1.50€ di guardaroba, quasi come qui in Italia), salgo subito alla stazione Berghain e Janina, resident del Club De Visionaire, è gia ben scaldata ed i suoi dischi parlano da soli. Janina dopo quattro ore poderose, lascia il posto ad una ballerina e scatenata Nina Kraviz, dapprima nel dancefloor con noi a ballarsela assieme a Kenji Takimi, poi a mettere le sue bombe a mano in consolle.
Janinanina
Il Club è proprio un posto d’altri tempi, gente seria, composta, con i sorrisi giusti, gente cresciuta come si deve, capace di fare una fila seria per entrare e capace di atteggiarsi ed approcciarsi in maniera corretta, con la Musica. L’impianto Sound System (Funktion One, per la cronaca) fa paura, maestoso, disposto in maniera maniacale, in perfetta simbiosi con l’impianto luci. Un vero tempio della Musica Elettronica Underground, un vero posto dove poter passare una notte, che potrebbe essere la migliore della vostra vita. La Musica continua e lo fa alla grande, assieme ai dischi di Robert Hood, Oscar Mulero, Solomun. 13 ore in questo postaccio penso che ci possano bastare e così, stanchi, ma anche un po’ dispiaciuti, usciamo alla luce del giorno. Sven non c’è più, tanti berlinesi incominciano ad entrare, hanno appena finito di lavorare ed hanno tanta voglia di ballare e divertirsi come si deve, perdonateli. Lascio il Berghain alle spalle, il sole e il vento lo baciano, in maniera delicata; anche io e la mia ragazza esplodiamo in un romantico bacio che riaffiora già i ricordi di una notte incredibile. Allontanandomi penso che probabilmente l’amore non può dare l’idea della musica, ma forse la musica può dare l’idea dell’amore. Un abbraccio, Enrico.

2014/01/08

Milano: 'Ndrangheta e Discoteche, Ecco i Locali Coinvolte.

Milano: 'Ndrangheta e Discoteche, Ecco i Locali Coinvolte.


Le discoteche milanesi "protette" dagli 'ndranghetisti erano i Magazzini Generali, il Codice a barre, il De Sade, e il Borgo dei sensi (ex Parco delle rose)



Milano: 'Ndrangheta e Discoteche, Ecco i Locali Coinvolte.

Le discoteche milanesi "protette" dagli 'ndranghetisti erano i Magazzini Generali, il Codice a barre, il De Sade, e il Borgo dei sensi (ex Parco delle rose), come riportato dall'agenzia Ansa. Locali importanti della movida meneghina, per i quali l'imprenditore che gestiva la società a cui facevano capo aveva chiesto un occhio di riguardo alla cosca calabrese (c'è anche un omicidio).
L'indagine della Procura di Milano che ha portato all'emissione di otto ordinanze di custodia cautelare, parte proprio da un processo per bancarotta fraudolenta a carico di Silvano Scalmana, al quale i boss "avevano offerto anche la protezione dalla giustizia", come ha commentato il pm Paolo Storari nel corso della conferenza stampa alla presenza di carabinieri e Guardia di finanza.
"I quattro dipendenti della società di Scalmana hanno fornito al curatore fallimentare chiare dichiarazioni accusatorie nei confronti dell'imprenditore, ma poi sono stati avvicinati dai boss che li hanno minacciati di ritorsioni in caso avessero raccontato le stesse cose in tribunale. E infatti - continua Storari - davanti al magistrato hanno tutti ritrattato le loro affermazioni".
I locali che avrebbero affidato la gestione della sicurezza alla società SCF di Flavio Scarcella (tra gli arrestati) sarebbero in tutto 17. Oltre ai quattro già citati, l'Academy Musicabaret (Milano), il Cafè Etniko (Milano), il Camana Club (Buccinasco), lo Chandelier (Milano), il Diverso (Milano), l'Indian Soul Company (Rozzano), il Lago Verde (Milano), l'Oasi (San Giuliano Milanese), il Pelledoca (Milano), le Piscine Saini (Milano), lo Streep Club (Milano), il Tunnel (milano) e il Trotto (Milano). L'elenco è riportato nell'ordinanza di arresto firmata dal gip Franco Cantù Rajnoldi.

Milano: 'Ndrangheta e Discoteche, Ecco i Locali Coinvolte.
Questa indagine conferma quanto emerso nel corso di molte altre inchieste sui legami tra 'ndrangheta e imprenditoria in Lombardia: ovvero che sono gli imprenditori a cercare le cosche, e non più viceversa". A parlare è il pm Paolo Storari della Procura di Milano nel corso della conferenza stampa organizzata per illustrare i dettagli dell'operazione che ha portato all'emissione di otto ordinanze di custodia cautelare in carcere nei confronti di altrettanti appartenenti alla cosca calabrese Barbaro-Papalia. Il termine infiltrazione non è corretto, perché dà l'idea di un virus che dall'esterno attacca un corpo sano. E invece non è così, almeno non più, sono le presunte vittime, gli imprenditori, a chiedere l'aiuto della 'ndrangheta - ha spiegato Storari -. In questo caso specifico si adombra addirittura un rapporto decennale tra le parti, con una sorta di 'assicurazione' che veniva periodicamente rinnovata".


Milano: 'Ndrangheta e Discoteche, Ecco i Locali Coinvolte.


Le discoteche milanesi "protette" dagli 'ndranghetisti erano i Magazzini Generali, il Codice a barre, il De Sade, e il Borgo dei sensi (ex Parco delle rose)“



2014/01/07

Ultra Europe 2014



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ULTRA WORLDWIDE – the world’s most international festival brand – has today announced the dates of ULTRA EUROPE 2014 as the Croatian super festival prepares its return to the beautiful coastal city of Split from 11th – 13th July, 2014.

Already confirmed are (in alphabetical order)- Afrojack, Armin Van Buuren, Blasterjaxx, Carl Cox, David Guetta, Fedde Le Grand, Hardwell, Laidback Luke, Martin Garrix, Nicky Romero, Tiesto and W&W!



Following a sold out inaugural edition and the biggest international event of its kind EVER to hit Croatia no less, Early Bird Tickets are now on sale for next year available exclusively at the official ULTRA EUROPE website.

In celebration of this exciting news, Ultra have also unveiled the dazzlingly epic aftermovie from this year’s debut event, giving fans who made the journey to Ultra Europe 2013 a chance to relive all of the magic, and offering hopeful 2014 revelers a tantalizing taste of what’s in store for next July!

Over 103,000 fans from more than 75 countries around the world flocked to Croatia’s Dalmatian coast in July 2013 to experience the wonders of the world’s premier electronic music festival, with an extra 6.5 million plus viewers from all corners of the globe tuning into to UMFTV to witness a collection of some of the finest DJs on the planet whipping fans into elated frenzies.

Superstars such as Armin van Buuren, Avicii, Carl Cox, Afrojack, Hardwell, Fedde Le Grand and Nicky Romero, to name just a handful, took to the decks and absolutely blew the eager crowds of festivalgoers away at the Poljud Stadium in Split, while the likes of Steve Aoki, Chuckie, Dada Life, Cazzette and Nervo held nothing back as they turned the 5-star Hotel Amfora on the picturesque island of Hvar into one of the craziest pool parties ever. Of course Ultra will once again uphold its commitment to delivering a line up of the same unwavering supreme quality for Ultra Europe’s second year, along with the next-level experience and world-beating production values that it guarantees for each and every one of its worldwide events.

A limited number of Early Bird tickets for Ultra Europe 2014 are on sale NOW for the unbelievably low price of €75 for all three days of the festival in Split. Head over to the Ultra Europe Official Website to make sure you don’t miss out on this amazing offer as all Early Birds for the first Ultra Europe sold out in just 10 minutes! Further announcements containing ticket information and acts that will be performing in 2014 will be released soon and to stay up-to-date with all the latest news check the Ultra Europe Facebook and Twitter pages.

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2014/01/05

CAPRICES FESTIVAL 2014


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Three days of electronic music enchantment

The 11th edition of Switzerland’s Caprices Festival will see big developments for the electronic artists involved. For the very first time the electronic music program will be presented across it’s own weekend in the magical mountain location.

The first weekend of the 11th Caprices Festival will be entirely dedicated to electronic music. A stunning line up of popular headliners and future talents places Caprices amongst the best European electronic music festivals. Representatives from the world’s finest DJs and electronic producers take to the stages at the moon, modernity and various satellite clubs to showcase the full range of techno.

Opening the clubbing festivities on Friday 11th April, the moon will showcase techno dons Richie Hawtin and Marco Carola, a live project by Gaiser,as well as an electric live performance by France’s unforgettable doP. On Saturday 12th April, the program will highlight electronic music essentials including a performance by techno pioneer Jeff Mills, British legend Carl Cox, breakthrough sensation Gesaffelstein and Simon Delacroix under the alias of The Toxic Avenger.

modernity@caprices
To round off the weekend’s immersive clubbing experience, the modernity@Caprices tradition comes back on friday afternoon from 12:00 to 19:00, this time on the mountain terrace of Violettes (2,200 meters). The event maintains a scenic mountain perch and unforgetable allure for electronic music aficionados. Daytime club-goers will be treated to sets from Richie hawtin, Loco Dice, Benoit & Sergio on 11th April. On 12th April, the decks pass to Ricardo Villalobos, Magda, tiNi and Masaya. Finally on 13th April, the program includes performances from Sven Väth, as well as Alejandro Mosso and Ezikiel.

satellite stages
Throughout the electronic weekend the legendary concept of “Rock the Blocks” will make its comeback to the Caprices festival with a unique twist: big names in intimate clubs. Three clubs in the village of Crans-montana (le Pacha, l’Xellent, le monk’is) will embody the spirit of “Rock the Blocks” on Friday 11th and Saturday 12th April, from 23:00 to 5:00. These satellite clubs will be programmed with high-quality line-ups and entrance will be free to those older than 18. The events will serve as the perfect occasion for clubbers to attend sets from renowned DJs in intimate settings (200-300 person capacity) with fantastic sound systems. Such conditions make for the perfect storm, creating a danceable and festive vibe that will last until the break of dawn. Programmed for friday, April 11: Ripperton, Guillaume Coutu-dumont, Kalabrese, San Marco, Don Ramon, Argenis Brito, Speedrax, Feadz and Boston Bun. Saturday April 12 will showcase: Djerry C, Lucas Moneme, Argenis Brito, Franky and Dandy Jack, Eddie Fowlkes and Rare Movement, to name just a few.

The full line-up for the Caprices Festival 2014, including even more electronic artists, will be revealed in January 2014.

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