Rocco Forte Private Villas Verdura Resort

For the children

The Rocco Forte Private Villas are a true paradise for children and parents alike, who leave their children in good hands with a fun, educational and sports program for a busy day. Come and meet Verdù, the hedgehog mascot of the resort's kids' club, who gave his name to the complex. Take a look at the program.

Follow this cute little hedgehog to Verduland, the awesome kids-club your children will not stop talking about. Verduland offers a baby-club for the little ones with their own indoor and outdoor play area and swimming pool, all accompanied by a team trained to keep your children happy and safe.

The kids-club offers four types of extraordinary programs, designed especially for children from 4 to 12 years old:

• EduFunRForte: the perfect program to learn while having fun! Your children can develop their knowledge or find a new passion in the great subjects offered such as astronomy, gardening or mythology.
• ArtsRForte: For your budding young artists, nothing better than the art program to awaken in them an artistic force like never before. They will have the opportunity to participate in the color workshop or to take part in the cinetoon forum.
• ChefsRForte: Sicily is known for its gastronomy and there is nothing better than learning the regional cuisine in the region itself. Your children will learn to cook Sicilian specialties, but also try dishes from other cultures for an international and educational gastronomic journey.
• SportsRForte: for sport enthusiasts, those who have too much energy, love to play with their friends or want to become the best athlete in the world, look no further. The Junior Academies offer courses in soccer, golf, water sports, tennis, swimming, fencing, karate, and diving. Renowned professionals and stars of these sports are on hand to help your children progress in their sport of choice. The resort's Olympics and pool games will also be a big hit with your little ones.

The older kids also have their own teens club: the You Club for teenagers ages 13 to 16. The You Club offers a wide range of activities: cooking classes to enjoy good Sicilian food, water sports, tennis, golf, soccer, beach games and much more, perfect for spending the day. Excursions are also organized in the surrounding area, for a horseback ride around the island and discover the most beautiful beaches in the area.

Family Experiences

The climate of the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea is perfect for family adventures in Italian nature and culture. Thanks to the comfort and privacy of the luxurious private villas, you can enjoy the private pools that grace each of the villas as you wish. Diving contests and hours of fun are on the agenda for the whole family !

The Resort Verdura also offers many activities perfect for families such as cooking classes to learn together how to make gourmet Sicilian dishes or for the more athletic, tennis lessons led by renowned instructors. Golf enthusiasts will be delighted here thanks to the resort's lush green courses but also thanks to the organized tournaments that are sure to be interesting.

Sicily's beaches are waiting for you and your little ones for a relaxing day in the turquoise Mediterranean water. Share a picnic with your family after exploring the Italian countryside on the hiking trails that border the hotel. The paths are lined with olive, orange and lemon trees that will add enchant to your walks with your little ones.

For the parents

Your children are in good hands: it's time to relax and indulge in the idyllic setting of Sicily. The Verdura Spawelcomes you for a well-deserved moment of relaxation. Multi-sensory healing techniques and signature spa treatments will relax and rejuvenate you through a restorative and transformative experience.Opening hours: Verdura Spa is open daily from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. Treatments and therapies can be booked between 9am and 7pm. See the program.  

The spa houses an indoor pool, an infrared sauna, a Finnish sauna and a thalassotherapy service. The 170 m² fitness center is also close by to perfect your well-being and fitness in the ultra-equipped room. Fitness classes are offered every day. For those who want to enjoy the incredible view of the Sicilian nature, yoga and pilates classes are held outdoors at sunrise and sunset. Opening hours of the fitness center: from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. Reservations required to access the center.