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Italian authorities seize one of world’s largest superyachts from oligarch

Sailing Yacht A, owned by Russian businessman Andrey Melnichenko, seized in Trieste on Friday evening

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Italian authorities have seized a €530m (£444m) superyacht owned by Russian businessman Andrey Melnichenko as part of EU sanctions following Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine .

Sy A – short for Sailing Yacht A – was seized on Friday evening in the port of Trieste after being identified by Italian police as belonging to the billionaire owner of EuroChem Group, a major fertiliser producer, and the coal company SUEK.

Video footage reportedly showed police cars with flashing lights approaching the yacht, said to be one of the largest in the world, and boarding it.

EuroChem and SUEK said in statements on Thursday that Melnichenko had resigned as a member of the board in both companies and withdrawn as their beneficiary, effective on Wednesday.

It comes as Roman Abramovich’s superyacht Solaris was pictured arriving in Tivat, Montenegro, on Saturday. The vessel left a port in Barcelona earlier this week as the UK government imposed sanctions on the Russian billionaire owner of Chelsea Football Club.

On Thursday, it was tracked off the coast of Sicily after reportedly undergoing repairs earlier in the week in Barcelona, one of a number of apparently hurried sailings of Russian billionaires moving their superyachts to avoid seizure. His other yacht, the more luxurious Eclipse, was on Thursday located to the west of the Canary Islands.

A European Council decision authorising the sanctions against Melnichenko says he was one of 37 business leaders who met with the Russian president after the invasion of Ukraine to talk about the potential economic impact of EU and US sanctions.

Melnichenko, the document states, “belongs to the most influential circle of Russian businesspeople with close connections to the Russian government”.

It adds: “He is therefore involved in economic sectors providing a substantial source of revenue to the government of the Russian Federation, which is responsible for the annexation of Crimea and the destabilisation of Ukraine.”

A spokesperson for Melnichenko, Alex Andreev, said the businessman had “no relation to the tragic events in Ukraine. He has no political affiliations”.

“There is no justification whatsoever for placing him on the EU sanctions list,” Andreev said. “We will be disputing these baseless and unjustified sanctions, and believe that the rule of law and common sense will prevail.”

Italian authorities have separately seized €143m worth of luxury yachts and villas owned by Russian billionaires in luxury destinations including Lake Como, Sardinia and the Ligurian coast.

Nobiskrug, the manufacturer of Sailing Yacht A, describes the three-mast vessel on its website as “one of the world’s largest and most advanced superyachts” and the “ultimate embodiment of German superyachts built for the 22nd century”. It is almost 143 metres long, the mainmast is 100 metres above the waterline, and the yacht has a gross tonnage of about 12,600.

Other yachts seized by Italian police include Lady M, owned by Alexei Mordashov who, before being blacklisted this week by the EU, was the richest man in Russia. A yacht owned by Gennady Timchenko, another billionaire with close ties to Putin, was also seized.

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September 30th-october 8th,2023. the largest sailing regatta in the world. collateral events.

From September 30th to October 8th, 2023 is the “Barcolana week”, the sailing regatta that has been in the Guinness World Records since 2018 as the largest regatta in the world: 2689 boats registered.

Now Barcolana reached its 55th edition and it is an event known all over the world and the biggest event for the city of Trieste.

The regatta and the participants The Barcolana is held every year on the second Sunday of October in the Gulf of Trieste, between Miramare Castle and the stretch of sea in front of Piazza Unità d’Italia. Its particular formula makes it a unique event in the international sailing scene: from the same starting line professional sailors and simple enthusiasts compete side by side on the most various boats, racing machines and simple family yachts, divided into categories according to length.

The first edition (1969) was attended by 51 boats from the Trieste sailing clubs. Then, over the years many great names in the international sailing wanted to participate such as Paul Cayard, Ben Ainslie, Russell Coutts, James Spithill, Dean Barker, Vasilij Žbogar, Brad Butterwort and Jochen Schümann and great Italian sailors such as Cino Ricci, Mauro Pelaschier, Luca Devoti, Giorgio Gorla, Massimiliano Sirena, Francesco de Angelis, Vasco Vascotto. And also sportsmen from other disciplines and well-known personalities such as Tina Maze, Zvonimir Boban, Kristian Ghedina, Andrea Lo Cicero, Primož Roglič, Ranieri III of Monaco, Deborah Compagnoni.

An increasingly important event Every year about 25,000 sailors take part in the Barcolana and the public exceeds 300,000 people following the regatta both from the shores of Trieste and from the high ground of the Carso. To highlight the importance that the Barcolana has assumed over the years, it is enough to say that the Amerigo Vespucci, the Navy’s training ship, took part in the 50th edition (2018) and the starting line of the regatta was flown over by the Frecce Tricolori, the aerobatic team of the Italian Air Force.

Route The regatta takes place on a course of about 15 miles with fixed vertices, a quadrilateral with a starting line set between the Miramare Castle and the headquarters of the Sailing Company of Barcola and Grignano, and the finish line in the stretch of sea in front of Piazza Unità of Italy in Trieste.

Side events Although the regatta is held on Sunday morning, the organization has expanded to include a series of events on the sea and in the city for the previous ten days . In recent years there have been several regattas for young people, vintage boats, and also a swimming challenge…

INFORMATION For information about the program, go to the website>>> For regatta registration procedures send an email>>> See the Facebook page of the event>>>

AND AFTER THE EVENT? See a selection of  further events or places to visit in Friuli Venezia Giulia>>> Discover also the traditional food of the region>>> and its excellent wines >>>

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Trieste Holds Europe’s Biggest Sailing Event

words by Carol King

More than 2,000 yachts will convene in the Gulf of Trieste in October for the Barcolana Sail Race.

The spectacular annual race is the largest sailing event in Europe and the only regatta in the world to set a single start line for so many yachts. The 16-mile nautical route begins at the area between the clubhouse of the Società Velica di Barcola e Grignano and the Castle of Miramare, and the race sails along a triangular course.

The Barcolana Sail Race starts at 10am on Sunday October 14 and it can take up to seven hours until the last boat crosses the finishing line. Yacht owners pay from €50 to €850 to participate in the race, depending on the length of the vessel and which category a yacht competes. The winners will receive prizes, cups and trophies at a ceremony held at the Stazione Marittima, Molo Bersaglieri in Trieste on 25 November at 10am.

The first Barcolana Sail Race was held in 1969 and had 51 entrants. Since then the race has been entered into the Guinness World Records as the world’s most crowded regatta with all boats starting together and an overall ranking list. Some 25,000 sailors participate on-board watched by 300,000 spectators who – thanks to the shape of the Gulf of Trieste – can follow the race live.

Along the Italian, Slovene and Croatian coastlines many charters organise all- inclusive packages for the Barcolana and it is possible to hire vessels with or without a skipper. It is also possible to find individual places on boats for the regatta by contacting the main sailing schools in Friuli-Venezia Giulia and Italy. Some companies organise mini-cruises in the Triestine Gulf to enable people to watch the regatta from the sea. People who want to watch the Barcolana from the sea without taking part can join mini-cruises put on in the Triestine Gulf.

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Trieste is an idyllic Italian city up in the north eastern regions, close to the border of Slovenia. The port is at the end of a strip of coast situated between the Adriatic Sea Italy's border with Slovenia. This is the Adriatic where Croatia and Venice are top attractions and so there is a strong luxury yachting presence in the area. Trieste is a pretty spot and this is one of the reasons why a significant number of luxury yacht charter boats set sail and drop anchor in this spot of Italy. This popular yacht charter holiday destination is nestled between the Adriatic Sea and Slovenia. It is considered as a city like no other in the whole of Italy. It boasts of a rich culture and history as can be gleaned from several archaeological structures and imposing old structures that show strong neo-classical influence.

Some tourists are missing a lot because of their tendency to go with the popular flow of yacht charter crowds that flock to the more familiar destinations and city resorts like Venice. The City of Trieste has a lot of important attractions and places with historical or cultural significance, and these include a slew of museums, cultural and historical attractions, elegant restaurants, cafes, bars and an assortment of Roman remains. Trieste is also the ideal base for seasoned sailors and tourists who are spending their Mediterranean holiday on board charter yacht and exploring popular holiday destinations within the region like the Castello di Miramare.

A Yacht Charter Vacation in Trieste Italy

The seaside city of Trieste evokes a seamless mix of German, Slavic and Italian charm, definitely an important part of your Mediterranean yacht charter holiday. Its allure is based on its verdant landscape and lush vineyards. Its terrain is dominated by caves and mountains and within which you can find numerous ruins and remnants of an ancient civilization. Steeped with rich history and culture, Trieste is one of the best places to be if you want to explore and discover the glorious past of Italy.

This idyllic city features two marinas where yacht charter aficionados can set sail and drop anchor. The facilities in these marinas are primarily intended for seasoned sailors and other yacht charter aficionados. The San Rocco Port is equipped with a total of 525 berths with 60 metre maximum length and the Marina San Guisto has a total of 225 berths with 40 metre maximum length.

Popular Attractions in Trieste

As soon as you arrive in the City of Trieste, it is important that you start your city tour with a visit to the famed 14th century San Guisto Cathedral. This popular attraction is the icon of the city and features the unique integration of two impressive basilicas with Romanesque design and style. Other important historical attractions in the city of Trieste include the Roman theatre and San Guito’s medieval castle.

While spending your yacht charter holiday in the city of Trieste, it is also important that you visit and explore the Museo Revoltella, which showcases a rich collection of contemporary and modern art creations and masterpieces.

Most seasoned sailors and returning tourists set sail to Trieste during the months of July and August. It is during this time of the year where the city comes alive with the celebration of the special operatta festival.

Those who really want to explore and discover the full brilliance and grandeur of an authentic Mediterranean yacht charter boat vacation should include in their itinerary the city of Trieste. This is one of the many places you should visit on your luxury yacht rental in the area.

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Hiring a boat in Trieste is an excellent way to explore the hidden beauties of the Adriatic coast. Trieste is known for its broad gulf, tiny bays, and breathtaking reefs. The city has a population of about 200,000 people and offers a mosaic of histories where multiple cultures and traditions meet. With a private boat in Trieste, you can escape the bustle of the city and enjoy the corner of Adriatic paradise, ideal for those seeking peace. You can directly contact the owners of the vessels for the ideal boat, or simply allow a BednBlue travel expert to guide you with some suggestions.

You have plenty of options:

You can book and hire a sailboat or speedboat with a skipper, or without one if you own a license, and enjoy a one-day cruise to Manfalcone or the Karst region that extends towards Slovenia. You also have the option to rent a motorboat; their fast cruising speed will allow you to plan a trip towards farther destinations, such as Grado, in a shorter amount of time. If you book a catamaran, you can enjoy a special event with the perfect amenities on board. You may also plan the perfect romantic getaway towards Venice or celebrate your wedding anniversary with your significant other. Finally, you can hire a luxury yacht or sailboat and explore the wonders of the Adriatic coast for as many days as you wish.

Boats in Trieste

Trieste is located in the easternmost region of Italy, bordered by Slovenia and the Adriatic Sea. The Gulf of Trieste serves as a natural port that spans over an area of 55 km wide. Besides the opportunity to sail and discover hidden bays, coves, and beaches, the Gulf of Trieste offers watersport activities and endless fun. Among the splendors of the coast and the wonderful idea to rent a boat in Trieste, a tour to the historical and architectural wonders of the city is highly recommended. From 1382 to 1918 Trieste belonged to the Habsburg Monarchy and became the fourth-largest city in the Austro-Hungarian Empire. In 1920, it was transferred to Italy and throughout the 20th century many great writers lived here, among them were Umberto Saba, Italo Svevo, and James Royce.

Trieste hosts the biggest sailing regatta in the world.  It is known as the Barcolana and has roughly 2,200 yachts lined up on its starting line every October. Trieste also hosts the second-largest synagogue in Europe, the biggest cave visited by tourists (known as the Grotta Gigante), and the biggest sea-facing square in Europe (known as the Piazza Unita). The city offers more than 700 cafés. It has been referred to as the largest coffee harbor of the Mediterranean.

For some extra sightseeing options, you can visit the Canal Grande, the Roman theater, and the Miramare castle. Trieste forms a Karst plateau, where many small villages (such as Prosecco, San Dorligo Della Valle, and Samatorza) offer wild excursions that range from trekking to kayaking and scuba diving. Once you have had your fill of the summer street life of Trieste, it is time for you to combine an adventure by the sea and explore the hidden gems that stretch from the gulf to the Adriatic Sea.

To spend a wonderful yacht charter holiday in Trieste, you can plan a trip to Manfalcone or explore the shores of Slovenia. If you choose to head out from the Gulf of Trieste towards the Slovenian coast, you can make a stop at Muggia. Porto San Rocco is a tourist harbor with excellent facilities and offers a great stop before reaching Koper and Izola. The Slovenian coast is only 46 km long but offers a fantastic seaside experience. Towns you can explore include Piran and Portoroz. They both have a unique history and a true spirit of a Meditteranean lifestyle. By renting a sailboat with a skipper, you can plan a special cruise towards Venice or continue sailing down the Istrian coast towards Porec and Rovinj.

By renting a boat in Trieste, you may also plan a day cruise to Duino and Manfalcone.    

Duino is renowned for its limestone cliffs and Natural Reserve, which offer perfect diving and snorkeling activities. Further along the coast, you will find the magnificent Bay of Sistiana and the exclusive beachfront of Portopiccolo. Baia Sistiana is considered one of the best beaches of Duino. This is also where you can find the biggest cave in Europe, known as the Grotta Gigante. Not too far from there, you will find Marina Julia; a quintessential wind spot for kite-surfing fans. The shallow coastal waters and the North-easterly bora winds create the perfect conditions to entertain sport and sailing enthusiasts.

If you want to extend your cruise, you can plan an excursion towards Grado, a historic center situated on a narrow strip of land, surrounded by lagoons. Guests may enjoy the beaches, waterfront cafés, and stroll inside the town. Some beaches you must visit around the lagoon include Spiaggia Principale and Spiuaggia Costa Azzurra. If you want to relive the dramatic history of the Roman Empire, Grado has plenty of sites that dive into the ruins of the ancient Basilica as well as the remains of public baths.

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Below you will find some useful information related to your boat rentals in Trieste.

Port Trieste: Situated on the NE coast in the Gulf of Trieste and covers about 2.3 million square meters.  

The port has two marinas that can accommodate several yachts.

Marina San Giusto: Offers 226 berths, with a maximum length of 24 meters and a max draft of 17 meters. The marina offers fuel, provisions, and facilities for all boat owners and yachts.

Bacino Sacchetta: A large, sheltered marina that can accommodate about 400 vessels. Water and electricity are offered for all berths.

The Port of Trieste is roughly 32 km away from the airport (28-min drive).

Porticciolo di Duino: Situated on the Bay of Sistiana, offers 117 berths. It is a prestigious marina with many shops, several bars and restaurants, swimming pools, and a spa. The marina offers 24/7 surveillance, Wi-Fi, cleaning services, and maintenance work.

Tenuta Primero marina, Grado: The marina has a berthing capacity of 270 vessels and can take yachts that go up to 24 meters in length. There is also crane service and maintenance. You can rent a boat from here and go for an excursion to the Gulf of Trieste or pay a visit to Barbana Island around the lagoon of Grado.

Trieste’s airport is roughly 16 km away from Tenuta Primero.

Trieste connects Venice, Brindisi, Bari, and Ancona by ferry boat.

You can travel to Porec, Rovinj and Porec from Trieste’s Port.

From Trieste, you may also take the ferry to Corfu, Kefalonia, Patras, and Paxi.

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Trieste: Cruise port guide – what to do, see & eat

Trieste cruise port is not just a gateway to the delightful Italian city of Trieste but also magnificent Venice – here’s what to do on cruises to Trieste.

Words by Nick Dalton

Trieste, on Italy’s border with Slovenia, is a beautiful place with Trieste cruise port increasingly popular with ships now Venice along the coast is scaling back on big liners.

Cruise ships sail right up to the historic heart of a place that was created as a Roman colony by Julius Caesar and which became the fourth largest city of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, only beaten by Vienna , Budapest and Prague .

Sitting on a finger of the Italian coast, the calm Adriatic in front and the mountains of Slovenia behind, Trieste is a city of elegant buildings, beautiful squares, Roman ruins and a hilltop cathedral, all easily walkable from Trieste cruise port.

There are waterfront walks, a Parisian element to the café-filled city streets and a celebrated cultural history that includes James Joyce, who wrote much of his avant-garde Irish literature, including Dubliners, during more than a decade here.

A day’s cruise visit here is glorious but Trieste is such a relaxed city that a couple days pre- or post-cruise are well worthwhile.

HOW TO GET INTO TOWN FROM TRIESTE CRUISE PORT

Walk across the road! Trieste Italy cruise port is one of the most accessible you’ll find anywhere. In August, dazzlingly decorated giant Norwegian Viva [above] sailed her maiden voyage from here, her nose across the street from ornate buildings, including regal, flag-bearing offices of giant cruise ship builder Fincantieri.

Turn right as you disembark and it’s a short stroll to the picturesque yacht marina; turn left and historic port buildings tucked away behind an imposing stone arch are being reimagined as apartments along with shops and restaurants.

The other side of the latter, a 15-minute walk from Trieste cruise port, is the railway station.

How far is Trieste airport from the cruise port?

Trains from Trieste airport take half an hour. The bus costs much the same and takes an hour.

Trieste has Ryanair flights from London Stansted but other carriers involve changes and lengthy journeys.

How far is Trieste cruise port from Venice airport?

Venice Marco Polo airport, about 100 miles from Trieste, has more flights, including BA and easyJet.

Transportation from Venice to Trieste cruise port

A bus from Venice airport takes about two hours 20 minutes. If you want to take a train from Venice to Trieste cruise port it costs a little more and takes just under three hours. Neither journey is particularly scenic, keeping away from the coast, but the road is simple and motorway all the way.

THINGS TO DO IN TRIESTE

See the sea.

The grandiose seafront of Trieste cruise port is a place to stroll, particularly at sunset when the Gulf of Trieste glows and shines. The cruise ships are a particular attraction – a wonderful view of ship and shore comes from nearby Molo Audace, a 246m stone pier built over the wreck of the ship San Carlo, opened in 1751 and named after Italian Navy destroyer Audace.

Across the road is Piazza Unità d’Italia [above, left], a vast, stone-paved piazza – said to be Europe’s biggest sea-facing square – lined with palaces from the 18th, 19th and early 20th centuries, and glorious when illuminated at night.

A little farther along is the Grand Canal, not as grand as Venice’s but Venetian in feel. The short waterway, dating from the mid-18th century, allowed ships to unload in town. The more recent Ponto Rosso footbridge (on which stands a lifesize bronze statue of James Joyce) means it’s now only navigable by tiny boats. At the end is the beautiful Church of Sant’Antonio Taumaturgo while on either side are cafes and market stalls.

San Giusto Cathedral

Narrow, cobbled streets and alleyways reach an unusually squat cathedral at the top of San Giusto hill. In the 14th century the cathedral itself (which replaced an earlier building) was linked to the neighboring Shrine of San Giusto creating a striking four-aisle interior, with a splendid circular window above and decorated with Byzantine mosaics inspired by works in Ravenna, the cruise port city south of Venice.

San Giusto Castle

Next to the cathedral, are the 15th- to 17th-century fortifications of San Giusto Castle, the work variously of Austrians and Venetians, with epic views over city and sea. The armory is impressive while the Lapidarium of Tergeste is a garden and catacombs packed with Roman relics. Find out more .

Roman Theatre

The remains of a vast amphitheatre once believed to hold at least 3,500 spectators and only uncovered in 1938, the Roman Theatre offers a peaceful public spot among the shops close to the sea, open 24 hours. Statues and inscriptions found in the excavations are at the Lapidarium at the castle.

Joyce Museum

Above the public library, homage to the writer with details on the taverns, churches, homes and less-salubrious places the author frequented during his life here – his children, Giorgio and Lucia, were born here and his brother and two sisters joined him – while creating works such as The Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man. Find out more .

Miramare Castle

On a rocky seafront promontory 8km north of Trieste (a mostly waterfront walk if you fancy it), an aristocratic 19th-century creation, Miramare Castle, is the former home of Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian of Habsburg, brother of Emperor Franz Joseph.

The elegant, white-towered house has its original furniture and is surrounded by a grandiose park full of rare and exotic trees. The sea around here is Miramare Marine Nature Reserve, where turtles and dolphins can be spotted on boat and snorkeling trips. Find out more.

See the streets

The city from Trieste cruise port is elegant and bustling without being overwhelming. The hillside roads are calm and historic, the lower streets have the feel of a major European city rather than simply a port town. Smart shops, casual bars, stylish restaurants and small parks.

Hidden gems in Trieste

Parco farneto.

Trieste’s largest park is only 2km from the centre so easy to get to on foot or by bus. The medieval woodland was flattened for firewood during World War Two but the park was restored and reopened in 2000 with looping paths through trees and rolling hills.

Parco di Villa Giulia

Slightly smaller than Parco Farneto but still only 2km from the center. Hilly paths give great views across the city and sea from the top.

Kleine Berlin

Truly hidden, this is a connected twin system of World War Two tunnels. One part was a civilian bomb shelter with a sick bay; the other, vast and complex, was built by the SS when they set up an HQ in the city. Free guided tours. Find out more .

Where to eat and drink in Trieste

Start your day with a rich and creamy cappuccino paired with a freshly baked pastry at one of the historic cafes like Caffè degli Specchi. For a mid-morning snack, try a “buffet” at a local bar – a unique tradition featuring small bites like crostini, prosciutto, and cheese.

Dive into the city’s seafood culture with a delicious plate of Adriatic seafood, perhaps sarde in saor (sweet and sour sardines) or a mixed seafood platter at a trattoria by the sea. Don’t miss out on trying the local specialty, the hearty jota soup made with beans, sauerkraut, and potatoes – a perfect comfort food choice if you cruise to Trieste during the colder months.

Pair these delights with the region’s renowned white wines like Vitovska or the bold red Terrano. Finish with a slice of the delicious presnitz , a traditional pastry filled with nuts, dried fruits and spices.

Trieste restaurants to try

Inside the grandeur of the DoubleTree by Hilton hotel, this carves out a cool contemporary space while celebrating the past with modern takes on Austrian and Balkan themes and influences, such as gnocchi with cuttlefish ink. Find out more .

Casual but trendy bar and restaurant in a delightful setting on the edge of the yacht marina just along from Trieste cruise port. The interior is cool and white while The Roof is like a cruise ship deck for cocktails and a little music with enormous views of sea, city and coast. Find out more .

Harry’s Bar

Brother to the famed Harry’s in Venice, this is in the Grand Hotel Duchi d’Aosta on Piazza Unità d’Italia. As grand as the hotel, all polished wood and timeless style, it spills onto the stone square via an elegant terrace. There’s also intimate, white-tableclothed Harry’s Piccolo restaurant (two Michelin stars but starters from €45), Harry’s Bistro (mains from €18 with its own Margherita pizza) and Harry’s Pasticceria with choccy cakes and pastries. Find out more .

040 Social Food

Hip, stylish reasonably-priced bar/restaurant with outdoor tables giving views along the Grand Canal. Posh burgers (about £10 with fries), plus calamari, sardines and such, with hearty breakfasts, salads and gluten-free options. Cool décor, all wood, metal, brick and stone with an open kitchen, serving craft beers and cocktails at the proper bar. Find out more .

What to do outside Trieste

Postojna cave and predjama castle.

Just under an hour from the city (take a ship or local excursion). An extraordinary world of subterranean mountains, rivers and vast halls, not to mention a massive 5m-high stalagmite.

Home to olms, translucent, pink, lizard-like creatures with no visible eyes, dubbed ‘baby dragons’. Tour on the world’s only double-track cave railway. Nearby, halfway up a 123m-high cliff, is the 800-year-old castle [above] with secret tunnels and its own massive cave. Find out more .

Hotels in Trieste near the cruise port

Doubletree by hilton.

Several streets back from the seafront but in the heart of downtown, from the outside this looks like a historic attraction. Inside, it’s classical too, the early 20th-century building packed with original fresco ceilings, marble pillars and grand spaces. Berlam is a dramatic spot for everything from coffee to cocktails with tapas beneath a chandelier as large as a car. Find out more .

Savoia Excelsior Palace

A grand old-world hotel across the street from Trieste cruise terminal. The building stems from 1911 when it was part of the Habsburg monarchy estate and the hotel has a middle European glamour. The Savoy restaurant specializes in local seafood (including roast octopus) in an elegant, high-ceilinged setting. Find out more .

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