(IN SHORT) Verdura Resort’s new Longevity Programme at Irene Forte Spa immerses guests in the lifestyle and environment of Caltabellotta, Sicily—recently identified as an emerging Blue Zone by Professors Pes and Caruso. By integrating advanced diagnostics (blood panels, food-sensitivity testing, Wellness Age™ checks) with regional traditions—soil-to-table cuisine, nature treks, personalized skincare and spa rituals, and guided movement—the six- or ten-day experience fosters lasting health benefits. Pricing begins at €4,609. Set on 230 hectares of Mediterranean landscapes, Verdura offers luxurious accommodations, multiple dining options, a flagship spa, and premier golf amenities as part of the Rocco Forte Hotels portfolio.
(PRESS RELEASE) LONDON, 2025-Jul-7 — /Travel PR News/ — Verdura Resort, part of the Rocco Forte Hotel collection, has introduced an immersive Longevity Programme at its acclaimed Irene Forte Spa, inspired by groundbreaking research pinpointing a new Blue Zone in Sicily’s Sicani Mountains. Over nearly twenty years, Professors Gianni Pes and Calogero Caruso—alongside Verdura Resort’s support—have investigated the small hilltop town of Caltabellotta. Their findings identify the community’s exceptional lifespan and vitality as rooted in its harmonious blend of traditional lifestyle, nutrient-rich diet, and pristine environment.
Honouring her deep personal ties to Caltabellotta—where she is an honorary citizen and celebrated her wedding—Irene Forte has crafted experiences that immerse guests in the very rhythms that confer longevity upon its residents. The programme combines state-of-the-art diagnostic tools (including comprehensive blood work, Vega food-sensitivity assessments, and Wellness Age™ evaluations) with heritage Sicilian practices: farm-to-table produce, artisanal therapies, gentle outdoor movement, and bespoke Irene Forte Skincare treatments backed by four decades of Mediterranean research.
Highlights include a guided trek through the Sicani hills capped by a traditional longevity luncheon, designed to reveal firsthand the terrain and customs that support healthy ageing. Guests also benefit from personalised nutrition plans devised by chef Fulvio Pierangelini and clinical nutritionist Giancarlo Giammarresi, 3D skin analyses, targeted facials, thalassotherapy sessions, restorative spa therapies, and tailored fitness and mindfulness classes. A concluding wellness review equips visitors with practical strategies to sustain their newfound vitality at home.
Offered as either a six- or ten-day retreat, the Longevity Programme starts at €4,609. Verdura Resort sprawls across 230 hectares of olive groves, citrus orchards, and nearly two kilometres of private coastline between the Valley of the Temples and Sciacca. The property features 203 rooms and suites, 20 private villas, diverse dining venues showcasing Sicilian flavours, a 4,000 m² Irene Forte Spa sanctuary, and two Kyle Phillips–designed 18-hole golf courses.
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