Our friends at the Corte Altavilla hotel in Conversano, near Bari, are offering special itineraries for the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. Here’s what they have to say:

“A unique holiday where dreams come true. The magical atmosphere of an ancient medieval court, the involving fragrances which are typical in this period of the year, the typical Christmas dishes and the sensation of absolute quietness which is typical of the winter days. Let you be enchanted by this magic!”

Holiday highlights include a welcome party on Christmas Eve; special tea and holiday pastries on Christmas Day; a welcome party with typical Christmas pastries on Dec. 30; and afternoon tea and a gala holiday dinner on New Year’s Eve.

For details and pricing, go to www.cortealtavilla.it.