SEARCHThe global authority in superyachting Credit: Camper & NicholsonsCamper & Nicholsons opens new office in Viareggio 17 April 2025 • by Gabrielle Lazaridis Brokerage firm Camper & Nicholsons has announced the opening of a new office in Viareggio, Italy, marking the firm's 14th office globally.  The new office will serve as a regional base for new build yacht sales, project management and refit services, with a dedicated team of specialists led by Camper & Nicholsons Italy managing director Daniela Duck. "The growing demand for new build and project management services has reinforced the need for a dedicated presence to better support our clients," said Camper & Nicholsons CEO Paolo Casani. "The Viareggio office provides an enhanced framework to guide owners through every stage of the yacht-building journey, ensuring tailored solutions and seamless execution." In addition to a traditional sales and project management hub, the Viareggio location is being designed as a collaborative space where clients can immerse themselves in the process of yacht design, supported by cutting-edge digital platforms. "By leveraging our longstanding relationships with shipyards worldwide, we are able to offer an unrivalled client experience, working with the best builders to bring each vision to life, wherever that may be," Casani added. "Our goal is not only to meet expectations but to exceed them, delivering yachts that reflect the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation."  Yes, please send me BOATPro News email newsletter, delivered every Wednesday. SubscribeSign up to our newslettersSign up to BOAT International email newsletters to get the latest superyacht news Boat International Media Ltd © 2008 - 2025 Content presented under the "BOAT Presents" logo is an advertising feature and Boat International Limited has been paid to include this content The Viareggio Women’s Cup ended in the best possible way for our Juventus Women Primavera side The Bianconere beat Milan 2-0 in the final making sure they returned home with the trophy were clear victors on the day and wrote their names in history by becoming the club with the most titles won with their three taking them one clear of Friday’s opponents Milan The win came courtesy of a goal in each half with Anna Copelli opening the scoring in the 10th minute An own goal in the second half sealed the win Posted by | Jan 14, 2025 | , | 5 Spending time in old newspapers takes you down some interesting roads I highly recommend it for everyone suffering from delusions of “good old days.” I was looking at an edition of The Knoxville News-Sentinel from December 17 was not yet tied up in the war going on across the Atlantic much of the front page and other coverage was devoted to the Tennessee Volunteers’ pending showdown with the University of Southern California Trojans in the Rose Bowl on New Year’s Day One headline read “Neyland Will Test Cafego Tuesday,” meaning coach Robert would be figuring out if his All-American half-back “Bad News” George would be recovered enough from an injury for a stern practice session It didn’t work out for the Vols in the Rose Bowl Other items of interest were the release of Gone with the Wind and a Lonsdale Elementary teacher who’d been fired by Knoxville City Schools for getting married winning her case in the Tennessee Supreme Court and getting her old job back But on the very last page was a story of the times they were in long time building manager of the Holston/Hamilton National Bank (now Holston Condos) was interviewed about the letters he was receiving from his brother Richard from Italy we had Italian vintners in Knox County on Ball Camp Pike and what is now Lobetti Road Papers at the time referred to that area that we call Karns as Hardin Valley probably as more of a topographical reference the Lobettis and the Gorinis had all come to America become citizens and were making their own successes here Richard’s first wife needed to return to Italy to settle her parents’ estate The Vineyard was sold and both couples returned to retire back in the homeland settling back in the Tuscany resort town Viareggio on the Mediterranean coast There was just one very large problem and his name was Benito Mussolini The Lobettis and Gorinis had missed out (mostly) on all that fascism had to offer while living here They had barely arrived in Italy and were already planning to wrap it up and head back to the states according to Joseph Fuel scarcity/prices had him looking to use a motorcycle to get around Richard informed his brother in a letter that he was too advanced in years to be tootling around a bicycle again planning to return in spring of 1940 with the security of their American citizenship in tow The spring of 1940 turned into the spring of 1946 Mussolini was joined at the hip with Adolph Hitler and Italy’s entrée into World War II prevented them leaving until it was over deprivation and twice were detained as enemy spies By the time Richard made it back to Knoxville his first wife had passed and he had remarried one of her other sisters He did not make it back in time to see his brother Joseph again He told a reporter not long after getting back that he was looking forward to starting life again The Lobettis and Gorinis settled into a house downtown on Hill Avenue and Richard took a job as an elevator operator at General Hospital He was barely back a year when he died suddenly after an evening of playing cards at home on March 14 I’d love to see a picture of that vineyard Beth Kinnane writes a history feature for KnoxTNToday.com It’s published each Tuesday and is one of our best-read features Sources: McClung digital collection-Knox County Library Beth Kinnane is a Fountain City native and graduate of Knoxville Central High School An English major at the University of Tennessee she was a reporter for The Knoxville Journal the last two years of its existence she's a thoroughbred pedigree and bloodstock consultant What was the orientation of the property relative to the current intersection the current Embassy Suites downtown used to be the (new) Park Bank Building That building is on the next corner south at intersection of Clinch and Gay It’s now home of the Holston Condos and a restaurant in lobby and downstairs in the vault Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" tips and exclusive itineraries in Florence If there is a time of year when Viareggio turns into a true open-air spectacle music and excitement thanks to spectacular parades An event that attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world every year ready to be won over by the unique atmosphere of this festival six unmissable parades in which 29 allegorical works created by Viareggio artists can be admired which tell with satire and creativity the most current issues These paper mache giants parade along the Promenade amid music dancing and hundreds of costumed figures who bring spectacular choreography to life Carnevale di Viareggio - Una storia fantastica there will be as many as 9 first-category floats parading along the promenade 8 group masquerades and 8 individual masks First-class floats in this edition include outstanding works inspired by Mary Shelley's famous Frankenstein (winner of the 2024 edition with “Go Where Your Heart Takes You”) For a Healthy and Robust Constitution by Alessandro Avanzini which features the president of the council a tribute to the presenter Maria De Filippi Happiness is like a butterflyby Luigi Bonetti a work that conveys a message of lightness and beauty which explores the world of social networks which challenges conventions with an intriguing theme Sic Transit Gloria Mundiby Carlo and Lorenzo Lombardi which recounts the imaginary election of a “Papess” to lead the Catholic Church which brings a dramatic and fascinating storm to the stage New Generation--Dancing on the Worldby Roberto Vannucci a celebration of youth and the desire for change 5 p.m.1st Opening Night Masquerade Courseat the end fireworks show 3 p.m.6th Closing Masquerade CourseAt the end announcement of winners and fireworks show Tickets can be purchased online at viareggio.ilcarnevale.com/biglietti/ or at the ticket office located at the Carnival Citadel and at the entrances of the parade circuit during the following hours: Monday through Thursday 8 a.m.-1 p.m For questions or information, you can contact the following contact details:0584 580740 (booking individual tickets)0584 580741 (group ticket reservation)biglietteria@ilcarnevale.com The Viareggio Carnival is a great opportunity for entertainment through the tools of satire to make us reflect on today and especially on tomorrow Satire and allegory are the themes of Fuori Corso which accompanies the 2025 edition of the Viareggio Carnival music and fashion in Futurism and the 1980sFebruary 1 - May 11Villa Argentina Festivals and MusicThe music of the Viareggio Carnival and its storiesFeb Centuries of SatireFrom “bambocciate” to Carnival sketches 7 - May 11Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art “Lorenzo Viani,” Viareggio Avanti rosso ebbro carnevale dal mareTributes to Guglielmo Lippi Francesconi ExplorationsJourney to equality through the eyes of three female cartoonistsFeb ALL THE CARNIVAL THERE IS by Cristina D'Avena and Cristiano MacrìThe song of Carnival 2025 interpreted by Cristina D'AvenaCristina D'Avena in concertSaturday m2o Night together with Albertino and FargettaSunday at the end of the 2nd Masquerade CoursePiazza Mazzini The district festivals are the most popular part of the Viareggio Carnival Entire neighborhoods come alive with music and attractions where you can dance freely and also dine while delighting in traditional Viareggio dishes (starting at 7 p.m.) The Feste Rionali take place on the weekends of the Corsi Mascherati for children some of the Rioni organize afternoon events Carnival evenings are enlivened by unique appointments: musical performances and concerts masquerade vigils in the city's most prestigious and historic halls and beloved dance clubs Dialect theater performances are offered by local companies The Citadel is the place of creativity and preservation of the historical and artistic heritage of the Viareggio Carnival is the largest park dedicated to the Masks in Europe workshops and museum spaces around the large square Here master builders work to create the giant allegorical works A first exhibition route focuses on the history of contemporary graphic art The hangar doors where the masters work are like maxi “screens” for an impactful oversized narrative: from futurism to modern-day languages through a selection of historical posters for Carnival The new Museums and historical archives are an opportunity for visitors to discover the art of papier-mâché and the history of the event as it approaches the 150-year milestone At the Citadel it is also possible to try your hand at working with Burlamacco's raw material through educational workshops for children The historical account of 150 years of the Viareggio Carnival through a selection of images to document its artistic evolution over the decades to recall the places in the city where the Carnival grew up cradled by the dedication of its artists and the passion of its citizens A timeline that starts in 1873 and goes all the way up to 2001 the year of the inauguration of the Carnival Citadel is enriched with an exhibition space that implements the areas already open to the public in the Citadel: the experiential part in the Espace Gilbert the papier-mâché workshops and the ground floor of the Museum itself which introduces the upside-down world typical of Italian and European carnival traditions Museo del Carnevale Viareggio - Espace Gilbert exhibitions and highlights from 21 to 27 November 2022 In the gardens of the Fortezza Da Basso the ice rink Christmas markets and the big wheel overlooking the city Let's discover together the excellences of this extraordinary territory and where to taste them Let's find out together where to go to find villages Opening on 20 November at Teatro Verdi with photographer Oliviero Toscani and presenter Eleonora Daniele All the news from the most popular gourmet guide 2025: Viareggio-Castelnovo Né Monti Alpe San Pellegrino profile(Image credit: RCS Sport/Giro d'Italia)Toano profile(Image credit: RCS Sport/Giro d'Italia)Pietra di Bismantova profile(Image credit: RCS Sport/Giro d'Italia)Alpe San Pellegrino (cat avg 5.2% max 12%)SprintsSprint 1 - Borgo a Mozzano she coordinates coverage for North American events and global news As former elite-level road racer who dabbled in cyclo-cross and track Laura has a passion for all three disciplines When not working she likes to go camping and explore lesser traveled roads UCI governance and performing data analysis you will then be prompted to enter your display name This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page CAMAIORE: Bandieri, Motaran, Pardini, Alonso, Maremmani, Mattugini, Ballestero, Raffaelli. Coach Guidi. PUMAS: Mechini, Olivieri, Marchetti, Pezzini, Carrieri, Cardella, Pesavento, Bigatti. Coach Bertolucci. Goalscorers: 13'27'' pt Carrieri, 12'27'' Motaran, 11'53'', Cardella; 10'28“ Bigatti, 9'24“ Pardini. Notes: Maremmani cautioned. ACF Fiorentina e terze parti selezionate utilizziamo cookie o tecnologie simili per finalità tecniche e misurazione e “marketing (con annunci personalizzati)”.Puoi liberamente prestare Il rifiuto del consenso può rendere non disponibili le relative funzioni Usa il pulsante “Accetta tutto” per acconsentire Usa il pulsante “Rifiuta tutto” o chiudi questa informativa per continuare senza accettare ACF Fiorentina and selected third parties use cookies or similar technologies for technical purposes and and “marketing (with personalized ads)” purposes.You can freely give or withdraw your consent at any time by accessing the preferences panel Refusing consent may make the related features unavailable Use the “Reject all” button or close this notice to continue without accepting Fiorentina U18s were sadly beaten by a solitary goal in the club's 18th Viareggio Cup final against Genoa on Monday The key moment came in the 28th minute when Viola goalkeeper Brando Dolfi kept out a header from beneath the bar but was unable to stop Alessio Marconi from turning in the loose ball Genoa produced a solid defensive display in the second half and proved impossible for Fiorentina to break down whose goal-line clearance prevented Genoa from doubling their lead <span class="fr-mk" style="display: none;"> </span><span class="fr-mk" style="display: none;"> </span> 4 - Telefono +39 055 503011 - Fax +39 055 579572Capitale Sociale € 7.350.000,00 I.V - Codice Fiscale e numero di iscrizione nel Registro Imprese di Firenze 05248440488Iscritto al registro della Stampa Periodica del Tribunale di Firenze n Regala o regalati un abbonamento al Giornale della Vela cartaceo + digitale e a soli 69 euro l’anno hai la rivista a casa e in più la leggi su PC Ve ne abbiamo già parlato qui Come saranno i nuovi megayacht di 40 metri in alluminio di Nautor Swan dopo l’ingresso dello storico brand dei “cigni” nel Gruppo Sanlorenzo Il primo sarà progettato da un inglese (Malcolm McKeon) saranno costruiti molto probabilmente in Italia venduti da un prestigioso broker internazionale (Edmiston) Il primo modello sarà disegnato dall’inglese Malcolm McKeon: il suo studio non è nuovo alle megabarche ad alto profilo tecnologico (nel portfolio, ad esempio, c’è il Ribelle Un elemento distintivo del suo lavoro è la capacità di adattare ogni progetto alle esigenze specifiche dei suoi clienti senza mai compromettere la qualità e l’innovazione I superyacht a vela in alluminio evocheranno i canoni estetici di Nautor Swan comfort e capacità di crociera a lungo raggio La sostenibilità sarà al cuore di ogni progetto integrando soluzioni all’avanguardia come l’idrogenerazione e altre tecnologie ecologiche già adottate da Sanlorenzo L’operazione “Maxi” fa parte di un progetto più ampio volto a rilanciare la storica tradizione della vela per il quale Sanlorenzo sta ultimando l’acquisizione di due nuovi cantieri E intanto sigla una partnership strategica che l’operazione mira a generare “dai 40 ai 50 milioni di fatturato in più” tra il 2027 e il 2028 rientrato da un incontro con Jamie Edmiston a Saint Barth uno degli eventi più importanti per il settore dei megayacht a vela ha fatto sapere di aver firmato un accordo con Edmiston – una delle aziende di brokeraggio di yacht più rispettate e di successo al mondo e per 3o anni ha gestito la vendita delle grandi barche Perini in America con il direttore esecutivo Bruce Brakenhoff sarà il distributore esclusivo della nuova linea Maxi Alloy Swan che si potranno arrivare a costruire megayacht fino a 70 metri compatibili con il pescaggio dei cantieri di Viareggio Le imbarcazioni più grandi potrebbero invece essere realizzate nello stabilimento Sanlorenzo della Spezia Tutti i retroscena della collaborazione tra Sanlorenzo e Edmiston La collaborazione tra Nautor Swan in versione “Sanlorenzo” e Edmiston si fonda su una visione condivisa con l’obiettivo di espandere la presenza internazionale di Nautor Swan rafforzando la sua eredità nel segmento dei maxi yacht e ampliando la diffusione della nuova gamma in tutto il mondo Rappresenta inoltre un altro passo importante nell’iniziativa Nautor Swan for America avviata con la partnership con American Magic con l’ambizioso scopo di potenziare l’interesse per la vela negli Stati Uniti Massimo Perotti spiega: “Abbiamo acquisito Nautor Swan per completare la nostra offerta di prodotti entrando nel segmento della vela con il marchio più iconico Sanlorenzo e Nautor Swan condividono valori simili rivolgendosi a un club di yachtmen ‘connoisseur’ appassionati del mare Stiamo esplorando attivamente nuovi mercati e abbiamo progetti entusiasmanti con la vela che si posiziona anche come una scelta sostenibile La partnership con Edmiston è una naturale evoluzione della nostra visione condivisa che apre nuove opportunità per il futuro di entrambi i marchi.” “Siamo felici di intraprendere questo viaggio insieme a Sanlorenzo e Nautor Swan con l’obiettivo di posizionare il marchio al vertice della produzione di superyacht di grandi prestazioni- afferma Jamie Edmiston Chief Executive di Edmiston– Lavorare a stretto contatto con Massimo e Giovanni ci riempie di ottimismo e di entusiasmo per ciò che ci riserva il futuro“ aggiunge: “Questa partnership con Edmiston è cruciale per completare un’operazione strategica che valorizzerà l’esperienza collettiva di Sanlorenzo nel settore dei superyacht La collaborazione darà vita a una potente sinergia di competenze garantendo il successo di un ambizioso progetto globale e creando opportunità di trasferimento tecnologico nel segmento della vela.” Bruce Brakenhoff sarà il principale punto di riferimento presso Edmiston per questo importante progetto sarà il centro operativo per le attività di promozione e vendita della nuova gamma di yacht segnando un ritorno significativo di Nautor Swan a Newport il rinomato centro della vela che da tempo rappresenta un punto di riferimento per molti appassionati Il tuo indirizzo email non sarà 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costruzione di superyacht custom e semicustom in stile blue water Si chiamerà Y6 e porterà alcune novità interessanti nella gamma del PER COMUNICARE CON LA REDAZIONE02 535 811111 – speciali@panamaeditore.it PER LA PUBBLICITÀSenior account:Guido De Palma:tel Cookie policyPrivacy policy 02 535811 111/200abbonamenti@panamaeditore.it "I expect a game with a lot of ball possession and great attention to the defensive phase. The prediction is in their favor, given the better position (36 points Camaiore and 37 Pumas, with better defense). The team is complete" says Elia Guidi for Rotellistica. "A 50-50 game - says Bertolucci of Pumas -. We have grown a lot and we want promotion. Of course they are more experienced than us, but we are complete". 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coming days From Casanova-themed pageantry in Venice to Putignano’s 631st Carnival the country is once again proving it knows how to celebrate in style Venice remains at the heart of Carnival excitement dedicating this year’s festival to the age of Giacomo Casanova Over 20,000 revellers gathered in Piazza San Marco on the opening night for a romantic extravaganza called ‘Scream Your Love,’ where couples declared their devotion for all to hear The event was hosted by TV personality Marco Maccarini and radio presenter Chiara Perale with Principe Maurice and Manuel Bruttomesso portraying Casanova and Don Giovanni the party continued on Sunday morning with a parade of decorated boats along the Grand Canal featuring the beloved papier-mâché Pantegana bursting open in a colourful display of biodegradable confetti and smoke Opera fans can also enjoy “Casanova Operapop,” a lively show that captures the Venetian spirit of adventure and intrigue Viareggio kicked off its first masked parade on 9 February and will continue to host five more until 4 March showcasing vibrant floats and imaginative costumes that have made this event world-famous Putignano is celebrating its 631st Carnival boasting the proud title of Europe’s oldest its inaugural parade of floats brought a playful air to the town complemented by live music from Le Vibrazioni and a performance by Eugenio Cesaro The spectacle highlights Putignano’s deep-rooted history of Carnival traditions and locals take great pride in passing these customs down through the generations While Venice and Tuscany may dominate the headlines other communities across Italy are joining in the fun Civita Castellana launched its Civitonico Historical Carnival Rome’s Cinecittà World theme park is also in on the action and a full schedule of performances until 9 March Italians are coming together to honour their cultural heritage transforming city streets into open-air stages filled with colour and the unmistakable joy that only Carnival can 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be FREE OF CHARGE Download our media pack in either English or Spanish A further price drop of $8,100,000 has been announced on the 63.7-metre motor yacht Atomic, listed for sale with Mark Elliot of IYC This announcement comes nine months after a previous price drop of $5,000,000 bringing the total sum of reductions to $18,100,000 since Atomic first entered the brokerage market Noted by her broker to be an "owner’s dream" amenities and features that make her a standout superyacht on the current brokerage market Up to 17 guests are accommodated across six cabins including a "massive" full-beam owner's suite on a private deck with two private terraces separate office with sleeper sofa and a full-beam bathroom with bath Her 1101GT interior – characterised by coral-red tones and sea-life patterns – benefits from high ceilings and large windows with her main saloon also home to comfortable stylish seating and a formal dining table for 10 leather finishes and "atmospheric" lighting add to her sophistication There is also a glass lift with bird's eye view for easy access to all decks The red theme is a prominent touch across the motor yacht her sun deck is home to a stunning "Monaco Red" iridescent full bar and sun loungers that are also accessorised with red pillows In the centre of the sun deck is an interior lounge with entertainment centre while forward lies a cosy seating area around a gas fire pit and additional sun pads her aft deck offers an al fresco dining table for up to 10 guests Atomic tows a 14-metre Grady-White centre console with 600hp Mercury engines including an open transom with staircase to provide easy water access Atomic is powered by twin Caterpillar engines for a top speed of 17 knots cruising speed of 12 knots and range of 5,200 nautical miles She is also fitted with zero speed stabilisers Atomic is now asking $49,900,000 and lying in West Palm Beach, Florida ahead of her scheduled attendance at the 2025 Palm Beach International Boat Show. Latest news, brokerage headlines and yacht exclusives, every weekday on the terrace of the historic Viareggio store overlooking the spectacular view of the Tuscan sea The 600-square-meter sales area of the Viareggio location one of the brand's most historic Italian retail spaces has been completely renovated with a new design and store concept Terrazza Guess ViareggioThe first-floor terrace has been transformed into a sophisticated and exclusive space enhanced by meticulous design elements Delicate peony patterns and contrasting shades of salmon pink are scattered throughout infusing the area with energy and vibrancy A modern and refined atmosphere invites guests to immerse themselves in a world of unparalleled beauty overlooking the beautiful Viareggio coastline This elegant rooftop oasis features the iconic glowing Guess Terrace triangle logo making it the perfect place to relax after shopping or a day at the beach Terrazza Guess ViareggioThe store and the newly opened terrace are a key addition to the brand's vast array of Italian stores 20 licensed outlets and many special projects underway Formation: Mechini, Marchetti, Pezzini, Carrieri, Olivieri, Bigatti, Mora, Pesavento, Cardella, Dal Torrione. Roller-Follonica 4-2Motara immediately unlocks. The doubling is signed by Ballestero, then it is Alonso who wastes the direct shot of 3-0. In the second half Maggi scores the 1-2, but Pardini extends almost immediately. Pardini wastes another direct shot but the 4-1 arrives anyway, with Ballestero. The 2-4 is by Masini. Lineup: Bandieri, Motaran, Mattugini, Pardini, Maremmani, Alonso, Ballestero, Bellè, Raffaelli, Taiti. Salerno-Spv Viareggio 4-4Fontan and Giudice launch the bells, but Spv reacts and shortens with Bicicchi. After the direct shot missed by Fontan comes the 2-2, by Biancucci. In the second half Biancucci completes the comeback, but Fontan ties on penalty. New advantage Spv with Spagnuolo and draw by Giudice both on penalty. Formation: Poletti Fi., Poletti Fr., Spagnuolo, Cinquini, Bicicchi, Cortesi, Biancucci, Del Medico, Toti, Mascherpa. Ranking: Castiglione 39; Pumas 37; Rotellistica 36; Matera 33; Sarzana 24; Prato 13; Spv 11; Follonica and Salerno 10. Playoff (first-leg matches): Rotellistica Camaiore-Pumas Ancora Viareggio; Matera-Castiglione. As we stepped outside baggage storage a lunch table surrounded by a family of dining clowns with faces powdered in white and cheeks dotted with blush immediately gave away that Koloris and I were underdressed. Fresh off the train from Genoa in the early afternoon we proceeded closer to the seaside of this small town called Viareggio in Northern Italy gathered on the shore in the most diverse selection of costumes saying we were confused would be an understatement Quickly coloring our faces with clown-like makeup using lipsticks we joined the huge crowd as we headed toward the parade in the distance the only parade I’d been to was the one at Disneyland when I was ten where the joyous waving of Mickey Mouse with other characters dancing around shaped my definition of all parades But what I saw in Viareggio was like if the Disneyland parade learned to do theatrical makeup joined Cirque Du Soleil and got high on shrooms.  Each float rolled down the road led by almost a hundred performers dressed in themed outfits the performers preceding the Dalí-themed float wore hats topped with disproportionately big eyeballs and dangling hotdog-like tubes They waddled down the street tossing paper confetti The sculpted head of Salvador Dalí had his signature upward mustache in blue with his neck reaching out of a giant golden picture frame all in front of a background of rolling mechanical eyeballs peeking from the curtains Under Dalí’s head was a line of clown dancers wearing black ballet tutus raising and turning their yoga-ball-sized eyeballs in sync But the float that lingered in my mind was the one that followed I could hear the performers’ whimsical “Woo…” before I saw a sea of people dressed in off-white gowns collectively turning around as they cheered Drawn first to its background music, “Carousel of Life” from the movie “Howl’s Moving Castle” (2004) I was captivated by a 13-foot tall blue papier-mâché horse that hung wire-flying acrobats dressed in the same gowns The horse was flanked by rose bushes decorated with giant butterflies The overwhelming aesthetics of each float overtook my being. Standing in a crowd where everyone pretended to be someone or something else I didn’t know where the parade ended and the audience began and where the Carnival ended and reality resumed After picking out all the confetti tangled in my hair The Blue Horse float was based on a true story of a mental asylum where the patients created a papier-mâché horse in 1973 Though I hadn’t realized it in the moment the off-white gowns symbolized straitjackets used to restrain patients The dancers and acrobats dressed in straitjackets could be interpreted as patients frolicking in their imagined freedom The float portrayed an illusion that sought to humanize a marginalized population usually tucked away from public view The rest of the floats all carried allegorical or satirical meanings that commented on political The Viareggio Carnival was a wake-up call under a dreamy disguise VBS has both the completely renewed (with many top foreign acquisitions: the Portuguese Jordan Santos and the Brazilians Eudin and Bruno Xavier) first team and the home-made Under 20 team equipped to try to lift new trophies. The Beach Soccer Department of the Figc-Lega Nazionale Dilettanti has meanwhile made official the rosters, dates and locations of all national competitions. The black and white Under 20 will instead take part in the category championship: Catania, Lamezia, Pisa, Terracina and We Beach Catania will be the opponents of the young players of VBS, included in group B, whose matches will be played from 11 to 15 June in Terracina. The first two of the group will fly to the Final Four in Cirò Marina, on 2 and 3 August. For both categories the Italian Cup will take place in San Benedetto del Tronto: from 26 to 29 June for the first team, from 2 to 5 July for the Under 20. The calendars will be revealed during the official presentation of the 2025 season: the “Beach Soccer Day” which will be held in Rome on Friday 16 May. In fact, in the Italian national team, which is now in the Seychelles for the Beach Soccer World Cup (which starts tomorrow and will continue until the final on May 11), there are 5 beach players from Viareggio: the goalkeeper Leandro Casapieri, the defender Luca Bertacca, the full-backs Gianmarco Genovali and Tommaso Fazzini, the striker Alessandro Remedi. In the ItalBeach there are also 2 “oriundi“ from Viareggio: the goalkeeper Gean Pietro Negrini and the pivot Camillo Augusto. Il Principe di Piemonte is preparing to welcome 2025 with a night of timeless glamour and movie-like atmospheres inspired by the glamour of Hollywood's Golden Age An exclusive event that perfectly blends haute cuisine for an evening that promises to remain etched in the memory of all attendees Gran Hotel Principe di PiemonteChef Giuseppe Mancino delights diners with culinary creations that combine mastery and innovation Among the evening's delicacies are Beluga Amor Caviar ready to transform the gala dinner into a true sensory journey The New Year's Eve Menu at Principe di Piemonte (€600 with wine pairing included or €350 for just the food menu) includes: Catch of the day with cream of tomato chard and seafood dip Welcome Goblet: Champagne Phalempin Principe di Piemonte Selection Wine Pairing: Chardonnay “I Parcellari”; Riesling “Mojura” Midnight: Bottle of your choice of TELMONT Réserve de la Terre or Bollinger PN Grand Hotel Principe di Piemonte Viareggio The evening will be enriched by the extraordinary performance of Ilaria Della Bidia after the success of her tour in Hungary with Andrea Bocelli will return to enchant the audience with an exciting repertoire accompanied by an exceptional band under the musical direction of maestro Attilio Di Giovanni alternating deep emotions with genuine fun Luca Rossetti)The magic of Hollywood Noir night at the Prince of Piedmont will be amplified by the vibrant violin playing of Saule a soloist and international performer with extraordinary talent and overwhelming stage presence winner of Best Woman DJ at the Dance Music Awards who will infuse the dance floor with energy accompanied by saxophonist Anastasia direct from Ibiza Their synergy will carry the audience until dawn with unmissable performances Making the atmosphere even more special will be the charming performance by Elodie a dancer from Moulin Rouge and Lido in Paris who will present an elegant and sensual burlesque For information and reservations, you can contact customer service at +3905844011 or by email to info@principedipiemonte.com Our ultimate guide for an unforgettable taste experience in the city Our definitive selection of restaurants where you can eat the most famous Florentine dish Discover the temples of Tuscan hospitality to book now for unforgettable experiences Our top list not to be missed to enjoy the delicacies of the sea All the fall and winter events to mark your calendar An elegant space that bears the signature of renowned designer and creative Stefano Ricci Italian shipyard Overmarine has launched the first unit in a new line of maxi open yachts known as the Mangusta Maxi Open 132E. In June 2023, the model was sold to a US buyer and existing client of the builder by Jean-Claude Carme of TWW Yachts. The 39.9-metre model is an evolution of the yard's existing 132 series, with key changes including a restyled profile and a new engine package that promises improved range and reduced fuel consumption. The project was managed by TWW Management and captain Hervé Le Gand. The GRP yacht has a custom interior by the owner's design studio Iconia with bespoke changes including a modified flybridge, a pool on the foredeck and a "state-of-the-art" sound system. Overmarine's in-house design department has helmed the yacht's signature sporty lines.  Accommodation is for 12 guests across five cabins including an owner's suite with a walk-in wardobe-cum-dressing room and his-and-her bathrooms. The remaining accommodation comprises a VIP suite, two doubles and a twin, plus an additional three cabins for a complement of six crew. A propulsion package that includes three MTU engines and three waterjets propels the new model to 35 knots, pared back to 30 knots when cruising. "My clients think highly of Overmarine and enjoy spending time on their Mangusta 108," said Carme. "They weren’t in the market looking to replace but to upgrade. After weighing up many options with different builders, the new Mangusta Maxi Open 132E was a perfect fit for them and their plans for Mediterranean cruising. The fact that she was already a considerable way through construction was an added bonus." This follows the launch of the third Mangusta 165 REV last month. The 49.9-metre model is the flagship of Mangusta's Maxi Open line. SAILING VIAREGGIO: Spilotro, Nieri 10, Spinelli 11, Albizzi 21, Ghiselli 7, Mori 9, Batini 8, Romani 2, Bertuccelli 6, Bo 8, Biagiotti 2, Lopes Siera 8. Coach Bonuccelli N. Della Longa. 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HERE all about the parades, guests, and events related to the Carnival. the charming medieval village of Foiano della Chiana (AR) will host the 486th edition of Italy’s oldest carnival featuring four grand allegorical floats made of papier-mâché by the Azzurri February 8: Official inauguration with exhibitions and cultural events including the presentation of the Carnival poster February 9: Opening of the workshops and the first parade of the floats from Piazza Matteotti (at 14:30) and a street food area offering local specialties Each weekend will be filled with various side events and entertainment for both adults and kids The carnival will also be streamed live with special guest appearances In the picturesque village of Castiglion Fibocchi (AR) the charm of the Carnevale dei Figli di Bocco returns an event that evokes Venetian allure with luxurious masks and baroque atmospheres the village transforms into an open-air stage animated by 200 participants dressed in precious costumes and papier-mâché masks surrounded by vibrant colors and nostalgic vibes The Carnival’s origins date back to the 12th century when nobles and commoners celebrated together during the traditional "festa de Carnesciale" the event was revived in 1997 and is now reaching its 28th edition in 2025 In addition to the spectacular masked parade the carnival will feature a rich program with street artists offering a journey through time filled with art The tradition of the Santa Croce sull’Arno Carnival dates back to 1928 when locals decided to dress up to brighten the gray winter days with countless handmade masks parading through the streets and squares of the historic center in a celebration of color and choreography The first parade will take place on February 16 when a carnival ball was held in a hotel hall the Carnevale Follonichese has been brightening the cold days of Follonica It gained significant momentum after World War II and later as the Carnevale Follonichese (named so in 1979) This carnival is a vibrant competition between allegorical floats representing different districts The event culminates at the end of the third parade with the bonfire of King Carnival a huge papier-mâché mask that marks the grand finale with a major new addition: the concluding parade will take place at night on Saturday starting at 16:30 and ending with a spectacular fireworks display February 9 (14:30): Second parade and Miss Carnevale election February 16 (14:30): Awards for the floats and the best ground costumes February 22 (16:30): Night parade with fireworksGrand Finale: The Fat Thursday ball (February 27) will close the celebrations with an evening of music and fun along the seafront On the Sundays of February 9, 16, 23, and March 2, the papier-mâché allegorical floats will make their way through the medieval towers of San Gimignano. This family-friendly event, filled with music, confetti, and streamers, is set against the charming backdrop of the medieval village (Here is everything you mustn't miss in San Gimignano) the much-anticipated Carnevale di Stia returns to Stia (Arezzo) for an unmissable celebration The historic parade will take place on February 22-23 and March 2-3 featuring the prestigious Maschera d’Oro competition Children participating in the contest will receive fun gadgets The allegorical floats parade through Piazza Tanucci starting at 14:00 The Carnevale Mugellano in Borgo San Lorenzo is set for the Sundays of February 9 exhibitions and highlights from 30 January to 5 February 2023 From the magic of Christmas to the winter sales here are the reasons to visit the city at this time of year Vicentini of the Thiene protagonists, with the successes in the Under 11 (5-4 in the final against Sarzana) and in the Under 15s (4-2 in the final against Pumas). Sarzana won the Under 13 (1-0 against the Spanish team Saint Ramon), but a title also speaks Versilia with Pumas who won in the Under 17 (3-2 overAll Stars Viareggio Hockey). A true organizational triumph for the Viareggio SPV, led by for 35 years Claudio Bicicchi, who expects a lot from the upcoming works at the "Gymnasium". "The contract for the works has been awarded – he says – renovation, which will include the rink, boiler room, roof, balustrades and locker rooms. We hope they will begin before the summer and be completed before the start of the hockey season." Italy – Carnevale is a burst of mayhem and color that exorcises the mid-winter blues the most famous carnival event is in Venice the Viareggio Carnivale is not far behind and this year shone very brightly with sophisticated Pagan-themed floats Carnival is one of the festivals of obvious pagan origin that was so extensively celebrated and cherished by communities that the Catholic church quickly co-opted the tradition during the Christianization of Europe The term “Carnival” originates in the medieval Latin carnem levare or carnelevarium which means the removal or abstaining from meat Carnival heralded the 40-day period of austerity of Lent that begins on Ash Wednesday Roman Catholics and other Christian denominations begin a period of austere reflection that might include fasting and abstinence from certain foods and luxuries in remembrance of Jesus Christ’s fasting in the wilderness and the temptations thrown upon him by Satan before beginning his public ministry The earliest documented Carnival in Venice was in 1296 CE The Venetian Senate released a proclamation announcing a public festival the day before the start of Lent Celebrations began earlier in remembrance of a military victory of the Venetian Republic over the Patriarch of Aquileia in 1162 in an attempt to subjugate Venice under the Holy Roman Empire in Italy Carnival celebrations reach their peak between Fat Thursday and Fat Tuesday (also called Shrove Tuesday and Mardi Gras) Venice’s Carnival returned after a COVID hiatus to its former splendor About an hour west of Firenze on the Tuscan coast Viareggio’s carnival began in 1873 CE much later than other celebrant cities like Venice With giant floats made only of paper-mâché enlivened by animatronics and exceptional costumed participants in a parade that included reliably Pagan themes and social protests Baron Samedi made an entrance in the Viareggio carnival with Santa Muerte slightly behind Baron Samedi and Santa Muerte float via Carnevale di Viareggio Another float about malocchio or the evil eye portrayed a witch covered in eye-shaped nazar amulets and tarot cards with magical hand symbols and good luck charms like the red chili peppers commonly found in Naples that symbolize victory over enemies The Viareggio carnival closed with the entry of Bacchus The huge float was animated with Bacchus reacting to the crowd and the grapes entering the tub for stomping in juice Carnival celebrations are also becoming expensive for smaller communities Pro Loco (Latin for “in favor of the place”) are non-profit grass-roots organizations that seek to enhance economic opportunity in a town or region organizes the Carnival festivities and submitted two proposals: a “profane” Carnival and a medieval Carnival But the town found them just too expensive given their circumstances this year said that funding obligations made the celebration impossible to organize Not all Carnival celebrations happen before Lent Vincent and the Grenadines have a celebration in June Lagos and Nigeria will celebrate in December Carnival and its Pagan origins have been spread throughout the world We leave you with some Carnival celebrations the world over Editorial note: Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans can be viewed live on the EarthCam network and NOLA.com YouTube Channel The Wild Hunt is not responsible for links to external content Visit our The Wild Hunt subreddit! Point your favorite browser to https://www.reddit.com/r/The_Wild_Hunt_News/ to be notified of new articles posted to our subreddit nonprofit news journal serving the collective Pagan Heathen and Polytheist communities worldwide Follow us each day to stay up to date with the latest news and commentary Built with the Largo WordPress Theme from the Institute for Nonprofit News starting at 15:00 the Great Masks Parade on the Walls of Lucca Closing the parade will be an all-Lucca float created by the famous carrista Luca Bertozzi: the panther the great Carnival masks arrive in the squares of Lucca the Gorilla made by the Cinquini brothers takes the place of the tiger The float that paraded on the seaside boulevards of Viareggio will be one of the great masks of the Carnival of Lucca and is already one of the most mammoth representations in the history of Carnival In the squares of Lucca comes The Skull Parade Il tempo della vanità (The time of vanity) a project born from an exchange between the Cittadella del Carnevale in VIareggio and Mexico City where the famous ‘Dia de los Muertos’ (All Saints' Day) is celebrated a large and lively parade that links the cult of the dead to that of life in its freest and most energetic form Some of the twenty skulls made by international artists interpret the archetype of Mexican culture another fair will descend between the Walls the 4-metre high and 5-metre long panther inspired by the city's coat of arms that will move between the squares of the historic centre on 15 and 22 February and 1 March at 2.30 p.m Carnival party for children in Piazza San Michele with fire-eaters the CarnevalFratta returns to Piazza San Francesco the famous ‘masked’ event that has animated the ‘Bastardo’ district the ‘Fratta’ area and the ‘Borghi di Levante’ since the end of the 1970s and soon became the Carnival of Lucca a cultural and artistic moment of great appeal in the square and in the city throughout the year with workshops for masks and the creation of floats All that remains is to see what 2025 holds in store for us the Comitato Popolare San Francesco and the cultural and social promotion association Catecholamina Garage will participate Info Point City of lucca - old Gate San Donato, piazzale Verdi opening 21 march to 30 september h 10:00am - 6:00pmopening 1 october to 31 decemberWe - h 10:00am / 1:00pmTu-Thu-Fri-Sat-Sun; h 10:00am - 1:00am and 2:00pm - 5:00pmtel. 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Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience Non-members can add the privileges at checkout through our 30 day free trial By continuing I accept the Terms & Condition and Privacy Policy. I would like to receive Newsletter from MICHELIN Guide Save lists of your favorite restaurants & hotels Moving on to the results of the Grosseto Tpra tournament that took place at the Circolo Tennis Grosseto in via Cimabue, the very solid Simona Cinelli confirms her ascent by achieving an excellent second place in pair with Maria D'Avino. A nice third place for the young Irene Benedetti in pair with Sara Bocci. In the men's doubles, a beautiful semifinal for the stubborn Mario Morrone and the very young Matteo Pontrandolfi and the solid Carlo Pasquini in pair with Steli Pugi. The third unit of the new Mangusta 165 REV series has been launched in Viareggio, Italy. She now joins sisterships N1 and No Rush on the water The 49.9-metre superyacht was sold in January 2023 by the shipyard's sales manager Nicolò Strocco She will be delivered to her owner at the end of June and spend her first summer season cruising the Mediterranean The model is the flagship of Mangusta's Maxi Open line and is characterised by its impressive speed with four Rolls Royce engines and a Kongsberg Kamewa water-jet propulsion system enabling a maximum speed of 35 knots The Mangusta 165 REV also distinguishes itself with a "reshaped beach club" that incorporates an additional Accommodation is across six cabins, including a 92-square-metre master cabin "unparalleled in size in the yacht segment below 499GT". The main saloon has been designed for visual connection with the outdoors, seen best in the floor-to-ceiling glazing and two lateral fold-down balconies. Meanwhile, an al fresco lounge can be found on the main deck, arranged with sofas, sunbathing areas and a Jacuzzi. The sundeck is fitted with a bar area and further sofa seating. A garage with side access stores a six-metre tender and two Jet Skis. BOAT International was invited on board the first unit in the series, N1, which was delivered in 2022. CGC VIAREGGIO: Gomez, Cinquini, Rosi, Mura, Lombardi, Muglia, D'Anna, Raffaelli. Cupisti Coach. SARZANA: Corona, De Rinaldis, Xavi Rubio, Borsi, Ortiz, Mattugini, Illuzzi, Manrique, Tognacca. Party Coach. Scorers: 16'44“ pt De Rinaldis, 12'54“ pt Muglia, 2'59“ pt Ortiz; 24'54“ and 19'51“ st Lombardi, 14'56“ st Tognacca. The start of the second half is sparkling and in black and white. Just 6" and Lombardi scores the 2-2 from his own half of the pitch. After a poisonous diagonal from Muglia, Lombardi is once again the firecracker to excite the PalaBarsacchi with another shot, again from his own half of the pitch, which is worth the overtaking of Viareggio. Gomez bravely blocks Ortiz, but he can do nothing about the young Tognacca who takes advantage of a defensive lapse by Cgc. There are 10 minutes left, but after so many emotions the pace slows down. Cgc tries but Gomez saves the result on Ortiz with 4' and 51" to go. It ends in a draw and Sarzana will only need to draw to reach the quarter-finals, against Canniccia Motor Club Forte. For this Cgc, however, the feat does not seem impossible at all. "Great performance by the boys, everything is still open", is the hot comment of ds Nicola Palagi. your new go-to podcast to spice up your weekday mornings with relevant news and behind-the-scenes from Brussels and beyond From the economy to the climate and the EU's role in world affairs this talk show sheds light on European affairs and the issues that impact on our daily lives as Europeans Tune in to understand the ins and outs of European politics Dare to imagine the future with business and tech visionaries Deep dive conversations with business leaders Euronews Tech Talks goes beyond discussions to explore the impact of new technologies on our lives the podcast provides valuable insights into the intersection of technology and society Europe's water is under increasing pressure floods are taking their toll on our drinking water Join us on a journey around Europe to see why protecting ecosystems matters and to discover some of the best water solutions an animated explainer series and live debate - find out why Water Matters We give you the latest climate facts from the world’s leading source analyse the trends and explain how our planet is changing We meet the experts on the front line of climate change who explore new strategies to mitigate and adapt Huge and colourful allegorical floats have finally returned to the famous Viareggio Carnival a small Tuscan town on Italy's northern Mediterranean coast the parade is celebrating its 150th anniversary and the costumes and oversized paper-mâché characters have attracted thousands from near The incredible masked parades go along the extraordinary Liberty Seaside Boulevard which transforms into a 2km long circuit during carnival The Viareggio Carnival reflects on major topical issues with a large dollop of humour "the evolution of the species" features a gigantic gorilla It has taken pride of place on the streets as a reminder of man's aggressive and domineering nature "You become an active carnival participant because carnival is first and foremost the act of taking part and a popular festival,” says Alessandro Servieri “You have to get into the carnival mood by being part of the production We are dressed as clowns and we are part of the choreography of Allegrucci's 'A fantastic story' float which tells the 150-year history of carnival,” adds Servieri and is now one of Italy's most popular carnivals deeply rooted in the traditions of the local people and renowned for its giant floats that deal with contemporary themes a little girl wearing a helmet and gas mask opens the flag of peace that serves as her cloak and brings back hope The carnival is said to have originated as a small but elaborate local act of defiance and mockery towards the nobles of Lucca who stayed on the coast during the winter months and it also serves to take my mind off problems and everyday life I expect the floats to represent a little bit of what happened during the year so it's not just fun,” says Letizia Liguori are building-sized mobile structures capable of supporting the weight of all the machinery required by the project and the weight of dozens of actors and dancers performing on them "We are here for two reasons: the first is that this is one of the most beautiful days of this merry and cheerful event and also because I have recently become a 'viareggino' (inhabitant of Viareggio) and one needs to adopt local traditions.” says Mario Miceli They are made with traditional crafts such as woodworking Their creation is a year-round activity and requires full-time commitment with works competing for the title of best float on the last day of the parade The 2023 edition is the first with no limit on the number of attendees since the start of the pandemic the carnival was moved from February to September due to a winter-driven COVID-19 wave in Italy The next and final parade is scheduled for Friday 25 February HOCKEY SARZANA: Corona, Rubio, De Rinaldis, Borsi, Ortiz, Mattugini, Illuzzi, Manrique, Tognacca. All. Party. CGC VIAREGGIO: Gomez, Lombardi, Rosi, Cinquini, Muglia, D'Anna, Mura, Raffaelli. Cupisti Coach. Goalscorers: 7' pt Manrique; 13'49'' st Illuzzi, 11'42'' and 10'43'' Muglia. CGC VIAREGGIO: Gomez, Cinquini, Rosi, Mura, Lombardi, Muglia, D'Anna, Raffaelli. Cupisti Coach. SARZANA: Corona, De Rinaldis, Xavi Rubio, Borsi, Ortiz, Mattugini, Illuzzi, Manrique, Tognacca. Party Coach. ShareSaveCommentLifestyleTravelPeace, War And Pulcinella: Giant Allegorical Floats Return To Viareggio CarnivalByRebecca Ann Hughes Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights 05:18am ESTShareSaveCommentThis article is more than 2 years old.A giant paper-mache carnival with a Gorilla representing war and misery of the world float moves .. More through the streets of Viareggio during the 150 years of traditional Carnival in Viareggio the floats of one of Italy's most famous carnivals parade through the streets of Viareggio Carnival represents the highest expression of the artistic historical and cultural heritage of the City of Viareggio identity-filled celebration that every year reinforces the sense of belonging to the city community but it is also a collective ritual that is an expression of human civilisation (Photo by Enrico Mattia Del Punta/NurPhoto via Getty Images) the event is back in all its extravagant glory Costumed crowds line the seaside promenade for the much-anticipated float parade for which the Tuscan town on Italy's western coast is famed animated sculptures may be vibrant and comedic but they also serve up scathing political criticism and serious social commentary Preceded by hundreds of dancers and performers in exotic costumes the parade follows a 2km route down Liberty Seaside Boulevard They are made with papier-mâché and internal machinery to animate various parts theater technicians and artists spend weeks in workshops realizing the magical A giant paper-mache carnival of Mars Attack float moves through the streets of Viareggio during the .. More 150 years of traditional Carnival in Viareggio The construction site is now concentrated in the Cittadella del Carnevale a complex inaugurated in 2001 which also houses a museum As much as four million euros are spent on the building of the carnival floats each year much of which is generated from ticket sales the oversized figures comment on topical issues arms and torso displaying military medals is entitled "The evolution of the species." It represents the dominance and aggression of man over nature A giant paper-mache carnival representing Peace and War float moves through the streets of Viareggio .. More during the 150 years of traditional Carnival in Viareggio "Armed Peace" features a young girl wearing a helmet and gas mask she reveals a flag of peace lining representing the renewal of hope There is a competition for the best carnival float and the constructions are sorted into four categories depending on their base size and height Viareggio Carnival celebrates its 150th anniversary The festival first took place in 1873 and is thought to have originated as a small-scale but fiercely felt local defiance against the nobility of nearby Lucca who descended to the coast during the winter season float moves through the streets of Viareggio during the .. hundreds of thousands of spectators from across Italy and further afield come to celebrate what is one of the country's most popular festivals The final parade of Viareggio Carnival will take place on February 25.