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Wellness & Leisure The Irene Forte Spa is a 4,000-square-metre sanctuary set amidst palms, orange groves, and olive trees. Here, nature and science converge: Sicilian botanicals infuse signature treatments, while advanced technology powers facials and body therapies. Facilities include 11 treatment rooms, a hair and beauty salon, four outdoor thalassotherapy pools, Finnish and infrared saunas, a double-height steam room, and a Technogym-equipped fitness studio. The spa’s Longevity Programme, inspired by the nearby Blue Zone of Caltabellotta, integrates cutting-edge diagnostics with traditional Sicilian wellness rituals—soil-to-table nutrition, gentle movement, and restorative treatments designed to boost vitality and longevity. The thalassotherapy circuit, with pools of varying temperatures and salinity, is deeply relaxing and revitalising, while Yoga and Pilates classes are available for those seeking mindful movement. Golf is a central passion at Verdura, with two championship 18-hole courses and a 9-hole course designed by Kyle Phillips. The courses are celebrated for their sweeping sea views and challenging links, making the resort a pilgrimage site for enthusiasts. Tennis, padel, cycling, and water sports round out the ample options for activity and adventure. Essence Verdura Resort is more than a hotel—it is a living, breathing celebration of Sicily’s natural beauty, cultural heritage, and the art of contemporary hospitality. Its architecture honours the land, its cuisine elevates local flavours, and its service is as warm as the Mediterranean sun. Whether you seek restorative solitude, family adventure, or culinary discovery, Verdura offers an experience that is both deeply Sicilian and unmistakably world-class. From the first sea and olive-scented breeze to the last farewell, guests are enveloped in an atmosphere of effortless luxury and genuine connection. This is a place where time slows, senses awaken, and moments feel healing and wholesome. 250 | Simply Abu Dhabi