Wherever you are heading to in Italy we are always happy to recommend a nearby course and find a comfortable hotel to stay in. For example, in the foothills of the Veneto, a delightful region known for its fizzy prosecco and scented grappa, the small hill town of Asolo gave its name long ago to one of the most evocative of Italian verbs – asolare, meaning to pass the time in stylish idleness. The beautiful hotel Villa Cipriani is just the place for this kind of thing. Should you feel the urge to punctuate it with some gentle exercise, Asolo Golf Club offers 27 technical and enjoyable holes as well as a fantastic restaurant.