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Clefs d’Or“Le Chiavi d’Oro”“Llogo nuovo_35x35.pdf 7-05-2008 21:36:47ChChiavavi”Clefs d’OrAssociazione Lombarda Portieri d’Albergo “Le Chiavi d’Oro-Les Clefs d’Or”EntertainmentEntertainmentalso has a large arcaded outdoor area furnishedwith comfortable sofas and tables. €€.www.shatushmilano.com. Via Vittor Pisani, 6.T: 02 6693370 - T: +39 338 1645555. M2-M3 Centrale.Map G2Concert Venues & TheatresBlue Note—A branch of the famous New York,Tokyo and Nagoya venues, this is the newtemple of Milanese jazz and features world-classperformers and big-names on the Internationalmusic scene. True to tradition, it hosts twoshows a night (at 9pm and 11.30pm, with diningoption). Tickets only valid for one show. www.bluenotemilano.it. Via P. Borsieri, 37. T: 02 69016888.M3 Zara. Off MapGiuseppe Verdi Music Conservatory—Founded in 1808, this Conservatory is anotherof Milan’s most illustrious venues for classicalconcerts and also offers a wide range of coursesGambling & CasinosA few not-to-be-missed opportunities for thosewho love gambling and betting. Here are some ofthe most interesting locations both in Milan and“out of town”... good luck!Wincity—Set within the heart of Milan, the newWincity concept offers not only some hundreddifferent games, including the latest generationslot machines, video lotteries and an automaticroulette system, but also tasting events withlive music. This entertainment venue houses arestaurant serving typical Italian cuisine and alounge bar. An innovative touch is the presenceof a Personal Player to assist customers andoutline play procedures and methods. Smokers’area available. Open daily 8am-2am.Torre Martini,piazza A. Diaz, 7. T: 02 99297302. M1-M3 Duomo.www.sisalwincity.itCASINÒ ADMIRAL MENDRISIO— Just 50 kmfrom Milan, near Lugano’s beautiful lake andrenowned FoxTown Factory Stores, an exclusivelocation where guests can enjoy a pleasant,relaxing break. The venue boasts a wide range ofattractions with more than 31 gaming tables and250 last generation slot machines. It also offersan elegant restaurant, known and appreciatedby its clientele for its fine, high-quality fare. Opendaily Sun- Thurs11am-5am, Fri-Sat 11am-7am.Via A. Maspoli 18/a. T: +41 916405020.www.casinomendrisio.chCasinò di Sanremo—Built way back in 1905,the building housing the casino is a magnificentexample of Sanremo’s famed Belle Epoquestyle. Its elegant interiors and décor offervisitors a unique ambience in which to spendunforgettable moments thanks to the widearray of gaming options on offer includingFrench and American games and slot machines.Aside from the casino, guests can also relax atthe Roof Garden restaurant featuring a romanticpanoramic terrace. Open Sun-Thurs 10am-2.30am; Fri-10am-3am; Sat 10am-3.30am. Corsodegli Inglesi, 18. T: 0184 5951.www.casinosanremo.itand cultural activities (masterclasses, seminars,performances, etc.). Many famous Italianmusicians studied here – although oddly enough,the young Giuseppe Verdi was rejected. Thereare two concert halls: the smaller Sala Puccinifor chamber music and the bigger Sala Verdi forsymphonic and choral music. www.consmilano.it.Via Conservatorio, 12. T: 02 762110. M1SanBabila. Map G4Piccolo Teatro di Milano/Teatro Strehler—Founded in 1947 by director, Giorgio Strehlerand impresario, Paolo Grassi, it was the first ItalianTheatre Company to offer a “mixed” repertoire(international and Italian). Over the past 60 yearsit has produced over 280 performances byplaywrights of the calibre of Shakespeare, Goldoni,Brecht, Cechov, Pirandello and Goethe. www.piccoloteatro.org. Largo M. Greppi, 1. T:848.800.304.T: 02 42411889. M2 Lanza. Map E3TAM/Teatro degli Arcimboldi—Inauguratedin 2002, for three years it acted as Milan’s mainCasino de la Vallée—The small town of SaintVincent, home to the famous casino since 1947, isset within the magnificent mountainous region ofthe Valle d’Aosta, a well-known tourist destinationfor weekends and holiday breaks. In addition to allthe main games, it also offers a rich events calendar.Open Sun-Fri 10.30am-3am; Sat 10.30am-4am. Via I.Mus, 1 - Saint-Vincent (Aosta). T: 0166 5221.www.casinodelavallee.itCasino di Lugano—The third largest Swiss financialmarket and an important tourist hub, Lugano ishome to the famous casino nestling on the banks ofLake Lugano, which, this year, will be celebrating its100th anniversary. Defined as a “play boutique” onaccount of its stylish, alluring atmosphere, it operatesan all-games casino for an unlimited number oftables and slot machines. Restaurant with panoramicterrace, offering a special business lunch menuduring the day. Open Sun-Thurs 12am-4am. Fri-Sat12am–5am. Via Stauffacher, 1 - Lugano (Switzerland).About 70km from Milan. T:+41 919737111.www.casinolugano.chCasino Municipale di Campione d’Italia—Though existing outside of its fatherland, this tinyopera venue while the historic Teatro allaScala was being restored and restructured.Boasting a seating capacity of 2,400, itcurrently hosts a variety of concerts rangingfrom classical music to rock and pop but alsofestivals, performances and TV shows. www.teatroarcimboldi.it. Viale dell’Innovazione, 1.T: 02 641142200. Off MapTeatro alla Scala—For over two centuries,a hallowed temple of Milanese music andopera. Designed by Giuseppe Piermarini andinaugurated in 1778, it was recently totallyrefurbished under the supervision of therenowned architect, Mario Botta. Today thetheatre is recognized as one of the leadingopera and ballet theatres in the world and offersseasonal events including choral and orchestralworks. Out-of-season events are also oftenorganized by private institutions and foundations.www.teatroallascala.org. Piazza della Scala(Ticket Office Via Filodrammatici, 2).T: 02 88791. M1-M3 Duomo. Map F4The Canal Grande in Venice,only two hours from Milanpiece of Italian soil, located in Switzerland, ishome to Europe’s largest Casino and can bereached in just under an hour from the centre ofMilan. Its beautiful new headquarters, designedby architect Mario Botta, are set within anelegant, international ambience. The casinooffers roulette, chemin de fer, baccarat, blackjack, poker and slot machines. It also has twoin-house restaurants. Open Sun 10.30pm-5am;Mon-Thurs 11.30pm-5am; Fri 11.30pm-6am; Sat10.30pm-6am. Piazzale Milano, 2 - Campioned’Italia (CO). T: +41 916401111 (free phone). About70 km from Milan. www.casinocampione.itCasinò di Venezia—This magical lagooncity hosts one of the oldest gaming housesin the world. Inaugurated in 1638, since itsinception, the Casinò di Venezia has alwaysdrawn an international crowd. Check out theunmatched luxury, sumptuous ambience,live entertainment and non-stop gamingexperience against the spectacular backdropof one of Italy’s most beautiful cities. Open daily11am-3am. Ca’ Vendramin Calergi - Cannaregio2040. T: 041 5297111. www.casinovenezia.itAperitivo & NightlifeAperitivo time is one of Milan’s“not-to-be-missed, long-heldsocial traditions. To experienceeach moment of the famed“movida Milanese” to the fullest,we have prepared a short guideto the most interesting locationsin the city…enjoy!From small bars to large, ultra-chicvenues in the centre, Milan is thecapital of cocktail hour snackingboasting a number of guaranteedaddresses where you can take offtime to relax while exchanging gossipand savouring a delicious, pre-dinnercocktail. The city offers three differenttypes of venues, design bars likeArmani, Dolce&Gabbana Gold, andsushi-bar Shatush-Qor Lounge Barin via Vittor Pisani, more traditionalbars, that have written the historyof Milan, from Camparino in Galleria(former Bar Zucca) and Caffè Biffi inGalleria Vittorio Emanuele, to Cova invia Montenapoleone right up to BarMagenta for a younger, more hip crowd,and, the most recent trend, i.e. the city’scountless luxury hotel bars, likeh club>diana (Sheraton Diana Majestic),Bulgari Hotel & Resort, Armani HotelMilano, the Foyer Bar at the FourSeasons Hotel Milano, Straf Hotel inthe Duomo or the landmark Baretto alBaglioni.Three main areas in Milan are dedicatedto nightlife entertainment: the NavigliOld FashionDistrict, one of the most characteristicareas in the city, studded with venuesoffering live music and a favourite withmusicians and models. Make sure not tomiss the area’s floating pubs or its typical"trattorie" where you can savour an arrayof regional specialitiesConversely, the small, welcomingcobbled streets of the Brera districthave always acted as a draw for artistswho, in addition to frequenting thesplendid courtyards of the Brera Fine ArtsAcademy, also meet at it numerous, artsyvenues.Finally, the trendiest precinct, GaribaldiDistrict & Corso Como, is one of themost fashionable districts of Milan“by night”, with its pizzerie, restaurants,pubs and discotheques where you areoften likely to chance upon showbizcelebrities, supermodels or big-names inthe world of sport.Among the most exclusive Milaneseclubs, in addition to the city’s famedHollywood in corso Como, at ArmaniPrivé in the Montenapoleone area youcan shake your booty until the weehours of the morning while jostlingside-by-side with VIPs and Milanese“high-flyers”. And, then again, set againstthe backdrop of Parco Sempione youwill find Old Fashion, a glam locationwhich, since 1933, has been one of thecity’s landmark venues, honoured withthe prestigious "Bottega storica" award,a place that is rendered even morealluring on account of its proximity toPalazzo della Triennale, a sought-afterlocation featuring high-profile artand design exhibitions. The partyingcontinues at Just Cavalli Café, recentlyByblos MilanoWhere Golden Guide EntertainmentSOONAVAILABLEAsk yourconciergefont cohin boldRecommended by“LeClefsd’Ord’Oro”Associazione LombardaPortieri d’AlbergoLe Chiavi d’Oro®QuickGuide) MILANO EntertainmentAperitivo&NightlifeI suggerimentidei conciergeGuaranteedby your conciergeelected “The Best Club in TheWorld”in Montecarlo, known for its exclusiveparties and international stars, the highlyunusual Gattopardo Club, hosted in adeconsecrated church often used as avenue for film sets and shoots and, lastbut not least, one of the most recentadditions, Byblos Milano, an exclusive,über-trendy nightspot located in theheart of Parco Cenisio, a highly evocativearchitectural setting where fashion, art,design and music blend to give life toa new dimension of inspiration andentertainment.To conclude, the city also offersseveral historic Milanese nightclubs,including William’s club le Roi andFoca Loca, for slightly “transgressive”,highly entertaining evenings featuringlive music, discotheques and dazzlingperformances.For information: T: +39 338 1645555.56 WHERE MILAN I MARCH 2013www.wheretraveler.com 57