Mare d’Italia

BEST WESTERN CESENA ****
Via Rosoleto 607, (at Via Romea) - 47023 Cesena (FC)
Tel. 0547 601078
Fax. 0547 331496
http://www.bestwestern.it/BW/EN/98236_hotel_Cesena 

CASALI HOTEL ****
Via Croce, 81 - 47023 CESENA (FC)
Tel. 0547-227-45
Fax 0547-228-28
e-mail: mailto:hoTel.casali@iol.it
ALEXANDER HOTEL ****
Piazza Marx, 10 - 47023 CESENA (FC)
Tel. 0547-274-74
Fax 0547-278-74
http://www.albergoalexander.it/
MEETING HOTEL ****
Via Romea, 545 - 47023 CESENA (FC)
Tel. 0547-333160
Fax 0547-334394
ROMAGNA HOTEL ***
Via Zuccherificio, 215 - 47023 CESENA (FC)
Tel. 0547-611135
Fax 0547-613127
http://www.hotelromagna.biz/ 

SAVIO HOTEL ***
V. 4 Novembre, 21 - 47023 CESENA (FC)
Tel. 0547-214-06
Fax 0547-610-050
http://www.hotelsavio.it/�

Malatestian Library, Bufalini square, Cesena

The Alessandro Bonci theatre, Cesena

A characteristic street of downtown Cesena

The Hospitality Column in Bertinoro

The indoor fruit and vegetables market in Cesena

Entrance of Fattoria Paradiso winery in Bertinoro

 

San Marino is the most ancient republic of Europe, and one of the smallest countries in the world: its territory is only 24 sq miles, around Mount Titan (2420 feet). The capital is called just San Marino, and counts about 4,000 people. The main road and only highway connects San Marino to Rimini (a 20 miles distance).

The main town, also named San Marino, sits on three rocky hills, with fortified walls all around. A tower is built on top of each hill, and the main walk directs tourists from the main city gates to the towers.

The scenery is terrific, especially if the sky is clear, since San Marino is a high point in the area and great views of inner valleys, Rimini and the coast can be enjoyed from its towers.

Alas, San Marino is also the most famous tourist trap of Romagna: countless little souvenirs’ shops are placed all over the old town and on the trail to the perimeter walls across the towers. Most of the merchandise is worthless and possibly made in foreign countries.

On the other hand, San Marino is still an indipendent country, and has its own currency (the San Marino Euro, and before, the San Marino Lira, that has the same value of Italian currency), and it has its own stamps: both coins and stamps are collectibles and exist in many varieties, mostly for the amusement of the tourists.

On the way to the city, from Rimini, many department stores and malls are placed on the freeway, so that the strip is also a great shopping place for the locals. There are both quality and discount stores of electronics, clothing and shoes, and it might be a good occasion for the visitor to stop and buy some gifts.

Rimini and its beach communities are quite close to each other and easily connected by local buses, which in summer run all day and night. The Tourist Information Office provides free maps of the area, bus and train information and maps of public parking areas. Getting in and out of Rimini by car during weekends nights, especially on Saturdays, can be taxing, as many locals and tourists flock to the sunny shores and to the many discoes and bars.

In the daytime, bicycling is a great option, and many hotels will offer complimentary bikes to their guests. Bike and scooter rentals are easy to spot everywhere around the beach areas, and they are usually open from 8 am to midnight or later, in summer.

While the main attraction in Rimini are its miles of sandy and sunny beaches, there are a few monuments worth a visit, dating back to the first century, when the city was a Roman settlement.

After a few decades of development, going to the beach for sunbathing and swimming is no more a novelty, so many beach establishments make an extra effort to attract customers by portraying themselves as family oriented, or young-and-trendy, and offer different services and facilities. Furthermore, several upper category hotels are open all year round, and they offer weekend or week-long relaxation or wellness packages, including spa and massage sessions. Also, some hotels are setup to host conferences and business meetings, as Rimini is also an important trade and public show center. Check out the exhibitions’ calendar at Fiera di Rimini