May 28, 2024

POV: DOLCE VITA, J.MAK STYLE

From Puglia to the Dolomites, we've got your Italian idyll. Go for island life on Sardinia, or ogle the mighty Matterhorn in Cervino. Get languid in Lago di Garda, or beached in Forte dei Marmi. Roam in Rome! Take to the Tuscan mountains or its rolling vineyards. Your Italian dream is our command and – ecco! – often comes with enhanced commissions and special offers. Just don't forget to use the jmak@ email address, paisanos! Capisce?
POV: DOLCE VITA, J.MAK STYLE

CAPASECCA YACHTING around AMALFI

The family-owned Capasecca Yacht is your key to crowd-free enjoyment of the Amalfi Coast. From sea transfers from Naples airport to your hotel on the coast, to day excursions and multi-day cruises, they have generations of experience tied to these stunning shores.

Capasecca's 5-day private yacht tour gives a dreamy hop around the stunning coast, beginning in Sorrento then traveling to Ischia and Procida, next on to Capri (left) on day 3, then Nerano, Positano (right) and Amalfi on day 4, and ending up again in Sorrento. All J.MAK bookings get complimentary day use of a Dive Jet /sea scooter (150 EUR value).

PODERE 1384 NEW SPA in TUSCANY

Revitalize your senses in the Tuscan Countryside at Podere 1384. This new hotel is a hamlet of stone buildings dating back to the 14th century and set on a 125-acre estate bordering the Pesa River. Just 18 miles from Siena and Florence, the property features 6 rooms, plus a 4-bedroom villa, wellness area, and restaurant Il Sorbo 1384.

Podere 1384 just launched a partnership with an organic wellness brand from Florence with bespoke treatments, rituals and massages empowered by the products of Dr. Vranjes Firenze and made of ingredients that grow naturally around Podere 1384.

OASYHOTEL ENHANCED COMMISSION in TUSCANY

Stay in 16 luxury lodges on the slopes of the Apennine Mountains in Tuscany at Oasyhotel, located on a 2,500-acre nature preserve. In addition to exceptional dining in two restaurants, Oasyhotel offers woodland wellness activities, expert-led forest walks, hiking, e-biking, horseback riding, organic farm visits, wild swimming and kayaking. Tuscany like you've never seen it!

J.MAK bookings earn 15% commission for all reservations booked by June 30th for stays during the 2024 season.

MANDARIN ORIENTAL'S UNIQUE SETTING on LAKE COMO

Did you know these Lake Como MAK.facts...

Mandarin Oriental, Lago di Como’s Villa Roccabruna witnessed one of the most romantic love stories of the 18th century. It was there that renowned composer Vincenzo Bellini fell in love with famous soprano Giuditta Pasta when he heard her singing from across the lake.

The resort is immersed in a lush botanical garden with more than 350 species of flowers and plants. Its interiors are fit for royals: Sala Mandarin is enriched by a custom wallpaper, inspired by the chinoiserie designs of local artists Carlo Antonio and Vittorio Raineri, who decorated villas in the 18th century.

Principe forte dei marmi
Principe forte dei marmi

PRINCIPE FORTE DEI MARMI'S 4th NIGHT FREE

Stay longer on the Tuscan Coast at Principe Forte dei Marmi with its stay 4, pay 3 offer (valid now through Nov. 30, 2024) available in single or double occupancy and includes:

-Breakfast served at Principe Restaurant (room service not included)
-Technogym equipped fitness center
-Bicycles upon availability
-SPA access
-Wi-Fi
-Prepaid and nonrefundable

J.MAK Advisors Earn: 15% commission for stays in September!

PALAZZO VECCHIETTI'S NEW BAR in FLORENCE

Palazzo Vecchietti is toasting its brand-new cocktail bar, perfect for sampling the city's native Negroni. Enjoy an espresso or cocktail in this 16th-century palace setting right in central Florence, just steps from the Uffizi, anytime between 11am and 5pm.

J.MAK Advisors Earn: 15% commission on Suite Bookings, plus One Free Drink during a stay.

J.K. PLACE NABS 2 KEYS in ROME

The 27-room/suite J.K. Place Roma was recently recognized with two Michelin keys – one of the two highest-ranked hotels in Rome! It's setting is pretty distinguished, too, within walking distance from Via Condotti, Via del Corso and the Spanish Steps. But if you're clients prefer to pedal around, be sure to book with J.MAK to earn our J.MAK AMENITY: Complimentary rental of 2 Fiat500 E-Bikes for up to 3 hours.

VRETREATS OFFERS in CERVINO + SARDINIA

VRETREATS CERVINO, ITALIAN ALPS:

Get 20% off BAR with breakfast include on a stay at VRetreats Cervino (left) in the Italian Alps, at the foot of the Matterhorn. Book by Aug. 31, 2024 for travel from June 28 to Sept. 1, 2024.

J.MAK Advisors Earn: 12% commission on rooms and 15% on Suites with:

Early check in-late check out upon availability
Room upgrade upon availability
Welcome amenity upon arrival
Aperitif at the bar
Personalized welcome card from the GM


CALA CUNCHEDDI, SARDINIA

Get 15% off BAR and Nonrefundable rates, both BB and Half Board, for a minimum stay of 3 nights at Cala Cuncheddi on Sardinia (right). Book by June 15, 2024 for travel in May, June, September and October 2024 (excluding July and August stays)

J.MAK Advisors Earn: 12% commission on rooms and 15% on Suites with:

Early check in-late check out upon availability
Room upgrade upon availability
Welcome amenity upon arrival
50€ credit Wellness Services
Personalized welcome card from the GM

LA FIERMONTINA ENHANCED COMMISSION in PUGLIA

Our La Fiermontina Luxury Collection includes two family-owned properties in the beautiful Baroque town of Lecce, Puglia (plus the family's art museum with 4 suites opening soon!). The collection is offering enhanced commission at its two Lecce properties - Luxury Home (left) and Palazzo Bozzi Corso (right) this summer and beyond – plus an invite for you!

La Fiermontina Luxury Home:
15% commission on net VAT on stays during July, August, November, December in the Duplex Suite, Suite Romantic, One Bedroom Suite, Pool Suite, and Suite Antonia.

La Fiermontina Palazzo Bozzi Corso:
15% commission on net VAT on stays during July, August, October in the Lady Astor Suite, Suite Zwobad, Suite Letourneur, Blue Suite, and Suite John &Yoko.

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