by In Trieste
The Italian government is offering a €200 bonus to be spent on thermal spa treatments in a move that has attracted both praise and criticism.
The state-funded offer is part of a €53 million stimulus package allocated to the spa and wellness sector, hit hard by covid-19, under a government decree unveiled in August.
The one-off, non-transferable incentive covers up to 100 per cent of your booked spa service, with a maximum of €200 per person. Customers will only have to pay any amount exceeding the €200 limit.
Bookings can be made from 8 November at any of the accredited establishments, listed on the Invitalia website, which claim the bonus on behalf of the customer. You need to be a legal resident to be eligible.