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Comune in Calabria, Italy
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Scalea is a resort on the south-western coast of Italy facing the Tyrrhenian Sea in the Golfo del Pollino, on a stretch of coast called "Riviera dei Cedri".
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Nestled amid the greenery of tropical palm trees, features private beach, roof garden with pool and jacuzzi, fitness center and beauty salon, restaurant and congress center.
On the beach.
Lamezia Terme is the nearest airport, 1½ hours' drive away. It is accessible from many other Italian airports and from London Stansted.
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Lamezia Terme (CZ) · International · SUF
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