LATINO MAGAZINE Issue 1-2021 - CASAS LATINAS

LATINO MAGAZINE
     Issue 1-2021

LATINO MAGAZINE

Latino Contents:
4    From our Founder

6    Casas Latinas’ Ethos

10   Scenery & Landscape

12   Casa Fantini
16   La Locanda
20   Casa Mia
24   Hub Porteño
28   La Fortuna
32   Ikin Margarita

36   Latino Updates

44   Casas Latinas’ Experience

48   Tips from our destination Specialists

52   My Travel Journey

56   Contacts

FROM OUR FOUNDER

Dear Casas Latinas’ Friends,

It is a real pleasure to welcome to our first edition of Latino Magazine our by-
annual digital magazine, bringing you all the latest news from our Collection and
exclusive Travelling Tips on our many destinations.

Every 6 months we will be honoured to share with you the latest news on our Casas
around the world and some of the most secret travelling tips in cooperation with
our local specialists and the passionate team from Casas Latinas.

After a very complicated and sad year, 2021 will be the year to travel again
and enjoy the essence of life. We all had the time to reflect and reconsider; the
upcoming travelling experience will be a rejuvenated approach to life.

As per our commitment, we will continue curating unique experiences dedicated
to give a purpose to your stay, for your private use, full rental with friends and
family or celebrating parties.

Casas Latinas is redefining luxury hospitality proving that an outstanding
premium experience can be delivered cost-effectively, with true social and
environmental awareness.

Our hotels and estates push the boundaries, creating new and unexpected
experiences for travellers who think they have seen it all.

Consider our Casas as your Casas and our team of experts will, make of every stay
a memorable moment.

We wish you all a marvellous New Year and we are looking forward to welcome
you back soon.

Stay in touch,

Sincerely yours.

From our Founder
Massimo Ianni
Casas Latinas

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CASAS L ATINAS’ ETHOS

CASAS LATINAS’ ETHOS

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Purpose
Driven
Hospitality.
With the overall pandemic period in mind, travelling
is becoming more urgent to all of us and with more
emphasis on being able to go to beautiful, peaceful
places and spend time with friends and family. We
strongly believe that there will be less of the over
crowed beach clubs and restaurants and far more
intimate gatherings at beautiful privatized properties,
as well as educational and experiential travel in more
remote areas.

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CASAS L ATINAS’ ETHOS

Founded by Massimo Ianni, a key opinion leader
and influential curator in the hospitality
industry over the past 35 years, Massimo
& Partners has created: Casas Latinas.

Casas Latinas opens the doors of secret
estates, cozy ho tels and resorts located
in the most beautiful places in Italy, Latin
European countries and Latin America, all
rented exclusively by the most discerning
owners to the finest and most select clientele.

The objective is to create a collection of beautiful
properties in privileged locations and with the
experienced host who interacts with the best
local partners specialized in offering the most
unique activities, to chefs dedicated to traditional
cuisine focused on fresh and local ingredients.

A dedicated team of professionals who recovers
the essence of traveling in style with a purpose.

If you are a food enthusiast, an athlete, an art
collector or a passionate about culture; each
property in our portfolio is carefully selected
to offer unique and valuable experiences.

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SCENERY & L ANDSCAPE

SCENERY & LANDSCAPE

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SCENERY & L ANDSCAPE

                          CASA FANTINI
                                          ITALY

Casa Fantini is at the heart of the historical village of Pella in the beautiful scenario
of Lake Orta: the most romantic of the Italian lakes, in the mountains of Piedmont.

The area, well connected to the main international airports and at only 50 minutes
by car from Milan, it is a perfect base for nature lovers, wild scenarios and a unique
opportunity to disconnect from a busy routine.

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San Giulio
The property offers prime views on the beautiful and
enticing island of San Giulio where there is a sacred
monastery to visit. The ancient village of Orta, which
is one of the most fascinating and romantic spots
in Northern Italy, is also close by. Here the streets
are narrow, and the buildings have a slightly faded
elegance. There’s plenty of excellent architecture from
the baroque, 15th Century church on the hill, and a
Romanesque basilica.

World Heritage Site
This small piece of land is not only heaven for foodies
and wine lovers; the territory offers nature walks,
art and history tours and photographic unique
opportunities. Hidden among the green woods on the
top of a hill overlooking the lake, the Sacro Monte di
Orta is part of the group of the Sacred Alpine Mountains
in Piedmont and Lombardy considered UNESCO
World Heritage Site. It has 21 chapels with frescoes
and terracotta sculptures on the life of San Francis, a
real treasure immersed in a unique natural context.

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SCENERY & L ANDSCAPE

                      LA LOCANDA
                                   ITALY

South of Siena and Florence the Val D’Orcia lies as a remote valley full of
surprises, with rolling landscapes, a renaissance atmosphere, ancient spas and,
most amazingly of all, little sign of crowded tourism.

Locanda in Tuscany seats right in this “uncontaminated spot” away from every
daily life sounds and overlooks this stunning UNESCO Heritage area.

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The Valley
The valley has long been an idyllic getaway for Italians
and foreign travellers alike, who come for the relaxed
sophistication found in and around the towns of
Montalcino, Pienza, and Montepulciano, for the
renowned cuisine and robust wine, endless outdoor
activities and for the area’s convenience to Florence and
Rome (both are less than a two-hour drive away).

Tradition & Inspiration
The area’s abundance of thermal springs is one of the
key attractions. Bagno Vignoni it is a clear example
of that. This is a tiny and charming spa village,
comprising a scattering of houses, a few local shops
and several traditional trattorias. In the village’s heart
there is a steaming hot water in an ancient walled basin
the size of a small piazza, surrounded by lanes on three
sides and a covered loggia on the fourth. This is a very
unique and inspiring corner of the past Roman history.

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SCENERY & L ANDSCAPE

                                  CASA MIA
                                          BRAZIL

The laid-back charms of Trancoso, a tiny fishing village in Brazil’s Bahia state, has preserved
its character over the years: horses grazing in the sixteenth-century main square, called
“the Quadrado”; rows of brightly painted UNESCO- protected homes; and miles of empty
beaches bordered by pristine Atlantic rain forest.

The settlement was founded by Jesuits in 1586 as São João Batista dos Indies and its tiny
16th-century church, built by indigenous people, is one of the oldest in Brazil. Trancoso
was discovered in the early Seventies by São Paulo’s bohemian hippy set, who brought
craftsmen from all over Brazil to help build their often-stylish houses.

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Bahian Paradise
Casa Mia is perfectly located in the Quadrado, a large,
rectangular “village green” with the famous cathedral
at one end overlooking the beach and sea: Trancoso’s
beach is a nearly 15-mile stretch of gold sand and clear
water. Old fisherman bars are all over the beach, serving
Bahian cuisine and innovative tropical cocktails.

With the “Mirante” -the belvedere, nearby-, the green
is the centre of Trancoso life, filled with capoeira,
evening soccer games, vibe and social adventure.
Along its sides, shaded by huge trees, are brightly
colored houses and numerous artisan stalls, shops and
restaurants, all beautiful by day and night.

Mirror-clear Water
Everything about Trancoso is just so pleasing, like
Espelho Beach a must do while there. The name of
the beach is translated as “mirror”, which eloquently
emphasizes the purity of its mirror-clear waters, which
reflect the glare of the sun, sky blue and snow-white
clouds. These waters are surrounded by picturesque
cliffs with a rainforest at about six miles south Trancoso.

En route to the beach, there is the village of Itaporanga,
where the Pataxo Indians have a unique way of
attracting custom for their folk arts stalls and local
artisanal products.

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SCENERY & L ANDSCAPE

                           HUB PORTEÑO
                                       ARGENTINA

Buenos Aires, also called the “Paris of South America” for decades, is a magnificent city
with grand avenues and vibrant cultural scene crafted by European immigrants at the
beginning of the 20th Century.

The city is blessed by neoclassical architecture, artful artisanal shops, delicious pastries,
and sprawling green spaces, -a city where the soccer games are a life must, the whip-quick
moves of tango never miss a beat, and the sounds of sizzling asado and Malbec carry late
into the late night-.

Born in one of the city’s upscale sections -Recoleta- the Hub Porteño provides with the
best the city has to offer for its French style and its unique location.

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Feeling Europe
Recoleta is a truly European and luxurious
neighbourhood that is blessed with magnificent
buildings, elegant restaurants, outdoor cafes, bars, a
world renown Opera House and several museums.
In the 1870’s, when a yellow-fever epidemic sent
many of the cities elite from their comfortable
lodgings of San Telmo, Recoleta prospered and
became one of the wealthiest and most stylish
neighbourhood for the upper classes in the city.

Arts & Necropolis
From shopping for antiques to exploring the most
impressive collection of Latin American art, there’s no
shortage of things to do in Recoleta. Unmissable is the
city of the dead, one of the world’s greatest cemeteries
that features thousands of statues, mausoleums that
resemble Gothic chapels, crypts, fairytale grottoes,
sarcophagi, coffins, and elegant little houses that
hold the remains of some of Argentina’s most iconic
and celebrated figures. Look for Evita, presidents and
generals, and try not to get lost in the labyrinthine
pathways.

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SCENERY & L ANDSCAPE

                              LA FORTUNA
                                        ARGENTINA

La Fortuna is an elegant Palacio de la Pampa in Salto -Buenos Aires province- which
seamlessly combines the traditions of the surrounding farmlands and Argentinian heritage,
with professionally provided services and modern comforts. The area is full of history and
tradition allowing to enjoy rural tourism and the friendliness of the locals.

Salto (Buenos Aires) is a hotspot outside the big city with a deep-rooted agricultural
tradition, its origin dates back to the year 1737 when a fort was established to defend the
town and a military garrison, from the attacks of the “malones”.

A very quiet town, where you can appreciate the country landscape, taste delicious typical
barbecue in folk restaurants, or refresh yourself in the green grove. A serene, natural,
country land, with a warm climate only 170 kilometres from Capital Federal. This makes
Salto an ideal destination for whoever would like to get in touch with the life of the gauchos,
the typical men from the pampas, and relax in a manicured countryside while horseback
riding.

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The Land of the Gaucho
The bond between the land and the animals is very
strong in this region. There are long-standing traditions
of horse-keeping and horsemanship. In the land of
the gaucho, boys and girls are often plopped into the
saddle around the time they learn to walk, which is
why many of the sport’s best players come from this
country where the sun shines for nine or ten months
a year.

La Pulpería
While at La Fortuna, it is worth making a stop at one
of the our local Pulpería (drink store): one of the most
emblematic and traditional drink and dining spots of
the area, whose walls are lined with old bottles of wine
and local curated meats are exhibit... The Terracotta
oven, offers the opportunity to taste local empanadas
of a various filing and the famous “Asado” (barbeque)
is a must.

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SCENERY & L ANDSCAPE

                          IKIN MARGARITA
                                         VENEZUELA

The beautiful Isla Margarita with soft white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters and striking
natural beauty is tucked away in the quiet corner of the Caribbean.

Ikin Margarita Hotel & Spa is located in the northeast of Isla Margarita, in Playa el Cardon.
The property is settled in the middle of nature and makes every stay a magical experience
with tranquility and intimacy. Its privileged location has made it a reference at local and
regional level both for the quality of its service, as well as for the beauty of its facilities and
for its paradisiacal views of the Caribbean Sea.

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Forts & Pirates
Discovered by Columbus in 1498, the island is full of
history and offers some of the country’s best beaches,
magnificent landscape and a lot of history. High forested
mountains are home to fortresses and forts. They were
built by Spaniards to protect their shores from the pirates
during the colonial times.

The colonial town La Asunción, the political capital
of Margarita, is undoubtedly popular for its fortress.
For many years, the Fort of Sant Rosa was a symbol of
independence. The fort is also one of the most important
historical symbols of the island.

Explore Beyond
Although snorkeling in crystal clear waters or
enjoying a day boat trips to get familiar with the local
marine life are the main attractions, you can also
explore the island on a jeep safari tour.

The unique opportunity to experience horseback
riding for an unforgettable and fun activity immersed
in the lushes of nature, as well as hike through the
mountains while visiting one of the local national
parks.

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L ATINO UPDATES

LATINO UPDATES

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L ATINO UPDATES

Welcoming
Villa Wild Indigo
to our collection.
Casas Latinas is constantly seeking for new opportunities
in the hospitality and travel sphere and we will be sharing
our latest achievements in this session. We have proudly
expanded our portfolio of properties with a magnificent
villa located in Costa Rica: Villa Wild Indigo.

A unique, exotic, and private property on a cliff with
prime views on the Pacific Ocean, located in the
Peninsula Papagayo.

The beautiful setting with its 5 bedrooms, private beach
access, golf and tennis are perfect for an exclusive
gateway with friends and family.

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The Villa
Experience the five-bedroom exclusive home in an
authentic and sophisticated setting. All bedrooms offer
sitting areas and en-suite bathrooms, plus a separate
and charming casita, allowing 10-12 guests to enjoy an
exclusive getaway. Personalized and discrete service is
always on hand, to make your stay a memorable “Pura
Vida” experience.

The Experience
Active and entertaining excursions including jet skis,
ziplining, surfboard lessons, tennis court, fishing
expeditions, scuba diving are awaiting you in this new
addition of our Casas.

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CASAS L ATINAS’ EXPERIENCE

CASAS LATINAS’ EXPERIENCE

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CASAS L ATINAS’ EXPERIENCE

2021
Experiences
Latinas
We are delighted to announce our newly launched offering
under “Experiences Latinas ”. Choosing among our most
exclusive Casas, we are in partnership with them and local
“experts” to curate week ends focusing on authentic and
innovative entertainment program. Our ethos is to give a
real purpose to travel and with our Latinas Experiences,
we would like to offer you the opportunity to spend a
memorable moment, while taking away a renovated look
at your life.

Stay Tuned!

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DESTI NATION SPECIALIST

TIPS FROM OUR DESTINATION
        SPECIALIST

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Main players
in luxury
travels.
A dedicated team of professionals, focusing on the
essence of traveling in style with a purpose, has been
carefully selected for Casas Latinas.

In order to bring to life the purpose of travelling in each
of the locations, we have established a partnership with
the best and most knowledge Specialist on the ground
dedicated to curate experiential travel for our guests
in the fields of nature, food and wine, art, sports. And
much more. Let’s chat with our Italian Partner, who
will walk us through “La Bella Italia”

DESTINATION SPECIALIST

                                                      Which is your favorite destination?

                                                      Walking and getting lost in the wild fields of the
                                                      Tuscan countryside. you never know what nature
                                                      will offer as gift while walking in the middle of
                                                      nowhere in Val d’Orcia or while exploring some
                                                      of the most wonderful “Medieval Borghi” in the
                                                      area.

                                                      Best hotel you stayed in?

                                                      The FS in Florence for the spectacular design
                                                      and architecture with its frescoes ceilings and for
                                                      the manicured and peaceful park all around the
                                                      building.

Interview with                                        Within this particular period in mind “where,
Simone Paolo Moscone                                  and what, should we do?” is a common question.
                                                      What would be your travel recommendations
With more than 20 years of high-end travel and        while in Italy?
hospitality experience on the ground, the team at
Italy Connoisseurs has a true passion for offering    We are noticing that the emphasis is being able
clients what’s best about Italy - from excellent      to go to beautiful, peaceful places and spend time
food, timeless works of art, to unforgettable         with friends and family. There are less demands
beautiful places and more. The aim is to make         for crowded places and ‘cool’ restaurants in favor
sure that what they have to offer transforms          of requests for intimate gatherings at beautiful
the time spend travelling into a marvelous            villas as well as educational and experiential
memorable experience.                                 travel in low-density areas in the countryside, on
                                                      the lakes, to the mountains.
What constitutes true luxury in the travel
business nowadays?                                    The unmissable experience while travelling in
                                                      Italy
For me, it comes down to have the freedom to
do what you want and whenever you feel. This is       Definitely whatever relates to art. I have been to
why having an expert on the ground, who takes         the Vatican hundreds of times and still feel it is
care of every single detail while travelling, it is   the first time while walking there, I still get goose
becoming essential to create those unforgettable      bumps standing in the middle of the Sistine
experiences.                                          Chapel.

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MY TR AVEL JOURNEY

MY TRAVEL JOURNEY

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MY TR AVEL JOURNEY

Val d’Orcia, Tuscany
My preference goes for the rural region of Tuscany,
-being arguably one of the most popular area in Italy-;
outstanding landscapes, tasty food & wine, enchanting
history, and astonishing art. One of my favorite area in
the region is Val d’Orcia: a UNESCO World Heritage site
offering beautiful scenery filled with green vineyards
against wheat fields and rolling hills dotted with hilltop
Medieval Borgi such as Pienza, Montepulciano, Bagno
Vignoni which are steeped in history and waiting to be
explored.

The main diet in Tuscany is based on meat and pasta accompanied by robust
wines, which includes the prestigious Tignanello and Sasaccia.. Local restaurants
offer a variety of delicious dishes within an authentic local ambience many in
original wineries where I can enjoy the Nobile di Montepulciano and Brunello di
Montalcino.

While staying in a private villa or at a charming cozy hotel, do not miss private
art visits; immerse yourself in the culture and history at the Renaissance cities
of Florence and Siena; hike in the gorgeous countryside; experience the hot
air ballooning over the Val d’Orcia, or enjoy wine and cheese tasting with local
cooperatives.

Why not reading an inspirational book while relaxing: one of my favorite is
Renaissance Woman: The Life of Vittoria Colonna by Ramie Targoff A biography
of Vittoria Colonna, a confidante of Michelangelo, the descendent of one of the
most powerful families of her era, and a pivotal figure for the Italian Renaissance.

                                                                          Massimo

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C ONTACT S

CONTACTS

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C ONTACT S

CASA FANTINI
Piazza Motta angolo Via Roma 2, 28010 Pella (NO), Italy
www.casafantinilaketime.com

LOCANDA IN TUSCANY
Podere Moro Fiacchi, 13, 53023 Castiglione d’Orcia, Tuscany, Italy
www.locandaintuscany.it

CASA MIA
Rua L Porto Livre Condominio Altos de Trancoso, Bahia - Brazil
www.casamiatrancoso.com

HUB PORTEÑO
Rodríguez Peña 1967, Buenos Aires, Argentina
www.hubporteno.com

IKIN MARGARITA HOTEL & SPA
Calle El Melonal, PB. El Cardón, Edo. Nueva Esparta Isla Margarita, Venezuela
www.ikinmargarita.com

LA FORTUNA
Latitude: 60 22 ’18’ ‘S • Length: 60 15’ 34” W, Pcia. de Buenos Aires, Argentina
www.estancialafortuna.com

VILLA WILD INDIGO
26 kilometres from the Doit Centre Liberia, Peninsula Papagayo, 5000 Carrillo,
Guanacaste, Costa Rica.
www.wildercollection.com

                               CONTACT US
                              Natasha Barbato
                         nbarbato@casas-latinas.com
                           www.casas-latinas.com

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