Golfers and couples are being invited to raise a glass of Prosecco this New Year's Eve at Donnafugata Golf Resort & SPA – with a five-night stay at the deluxe venue in Sicily available from €180 per room per night during the festive period.

Guests can enjoy some winter sunshine in a mild climate and experience some of the ancient traditions and cultures of Sicily – the Mediterranean's largest island – as well as golf on two outstanding 18-hole championship courses when they book a festive break at the Resort this winter.

Located just 15 minutes from Comiso airport and set in the beautiful area of Donnafugata, a natural reserve and famous tourist destination known for the imposing castle which bears the same name, Donnafugata Golf Resort & SPA boasts a number of fantastic historical cities to explore nearby. These include Val di Noto, the heart of Sicilian baroque; Ragusa Ibla, Modica, Noto, Siracuse and Scicli. All are deemed fitting of UNESCO World Heritage status.

And as part of the special break, the award-winning venue is offering visitors the chance to see in 2015 by experiencing a magical enchanting evening, including drinks, for €120 per person (reservations required).

Available from December 27 to January 6, 2015, for bookings made before October 31, the special New Year's Eve offer starts from €450 (approx £375) per person for five night's bed and breakfast accommodation for two people staying in a classic double room.

Guests can also take advantage of free admission to Donnafugata's luxury 900m2 spa including indoor pool, hydro-massage, sauna, steam bath and gym areas and a host of seasonally selected treatments, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi.

Host of the 2011 Sicilian Open, Donnafugata has won widespread acclaim since opening in 2010 and golfers have the chance to sample the Resort's two championship courses – the Links and Parkland – with hire sets featuring new TaylorMade RBZ clubs available for just €75 when playing three to five rounds when pre-booked.

Donnafugata's new Darren Clarke Centre of Excellence also offers a variety of tuition packages and individual lessons for golfers of all abilities aged six and above, while the Resort's south-east location gives guests the ideal opportunity to explore the unique gastronomic delights of the region, which include many impressive vineyards and its own inimitable style of cuisine.

For more information on Donnafugata Golf Resort & SPA or to book a stay, call 00 39 0932 914 200 or visit www.donnafugatagolfresort.com.

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Press release distributed by The Azalea Group.

Donnafugata Golf Resort & SPA
The five-star luxury Donnafugata Golf Resort & SPA (www.donnafugatagolfresort.com) is the perfect starting point for discovering the hidden treasures of Sicily, one of Italy's most fascinating regions. A real paradise for golfers, the Resort – which is 15 minutes away from Comiso airport and a 90-minute drive from Catania airport – hosted the Sicilian Open in 2011 and is located in the heart of Sicilian baroque with pure beaches. It is an ideal location for relaxing holidays and important events in exclusive surrounding. The Resort has 202 rooms, 900mq spa and health club, two swimming pools, three restaurants, eight meeting rooms and two golf courses.

Donnafugata Golf Resort & SPA, Contrada Piombo – 97100 Ragusa
Tel: +0039 0932 914 200
Fax: +0039 0932 914 222
Email: nhdonnafugata@nh-hotels.com
High-resolution images of the resort are available for download from http://goo.gl/ggxHM.

For further information:

Pete Simm at The Azalea Group on +44 (0)1730 711920 or email petes@theazaleagroup.com or

Donnafugata Golf Resort & SPA
Glenda Pirovano
Marketing Manager
Ph.: +39 02 575551
Mobile: +39 342 3164908
E-mail: g.pirovano@nh-hotels.com