Rome, Italy (August 13, 2024) – Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese, in partnership with Italian family-focused travel guide Family Welcome has introduced a new five-night ultimate Roman Odyssey to suit travelers of all ages. The experience features private tours, interactive workshops, and exclusive excursions throughout the Eternal City, alongside luxury accommodations and guaranteed connecting rooms available for families up to four. Families will enjoy an immersive and educational journey that highlights the best of what Rome has to offer, ensuring each family member enjoys a memorable trip with tailor-made activities.
Family Welcome, known for creating bespoke travel experiences for “curious parents and cool kids,” started with the mission to give young families unique travel ideas. With a focus on engaging activities that foster learning and creativity, Family Welcome designs unique adventures that cater to the interests and needs of every family member.
Highlights of the Sofitel Rome X Family Welcome collaboration include:
- Historical Treasure Hunt: Embark on a captivating treasure hunt through ancient Roman landmarks. This engaging family tour of Vatican City, designed to keep children entertained throughout the 2.5-hour experience, includes interactive games, a treasure hunt with a surprise ending, and a visit to the Vatican Museums.
- Italian Cooking Class: Join a local chef for a family-friendly cooking class and learn to make traditional Italian dishes.
- Art and Culture Tour: Explore Rome’s iconic museums and art galleries with a customized tour that includes interactive sessions for children. Options include an interactive guided tour at the National Gallery of Modern Art and a 3D headset tour of the Colosseum and Imperial Forums, offering a multisensory experience with scientifically accurate reconstructions.
- Outdoor Adventure Day: Take a day trip to the Roman countryside for hiking, picnicking, and exploring local farms.
- Exclusive Family Night at the Villa: Enjoy a private family movie night at Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese, featuring Italian films, themed snacks, and cozy setups.
In addition to these inclusions, families can enhance their stay with private workshops to suit various themes and interests, ensuring each child’s experience is unique and engaging. Options include learning to fight like ancient Roman gladiators, creating mosaics using traditional Roman techniques, visiting an educational farm to interact with animals and learn about rural Italian life, and experiencing living history in archaeological parks with actors reenacting ancient Roman daily life.
Located in the heart of Rome, combining modern and elegant accommodations with five-star service, Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese makes for the perfect home base on this unforgettable family journey. The five-night package starts at €8,500 and includes the five activities listed above, luxury room accommodations, and daily breakfast. Guests are required to book at least four months in advance to have their selected activities arranged as part of the hotel package.
For reservations, please email h1312-re@sofitel.com. For more information about Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese, visit https://www.sofitelrome.com
