Piece by piece, interior designer Pascale Lauber and co-owner Ulrike Bauschke have carefully renovated and modernized this historic palazzo. A particularly striking contrast to the ancient walls is found in the steel-framed windows and doors, reminiscent of diamonds. Unique antique pieces and custom-made furnishings from various countries and eras come together in a truly magical way. The sofas and bed headboards come from South Africa, a fire bowl from the South African bush has been transformed into a bathtub. An old olive press serves as a communal table, and an impressive chandelier, designed by Pascale Lauber herself, hangs from the bar’s ceiling.
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Why watch TV when you can simply gaze into the distance instead? In the apartments of Culinaria Living, it makes sense to swap the view out of the window for a view of the screen. Because here, the Merano region with its Mediterranean Alpine beauty lies at your feet.
Berlin-Charlottenburg has undergone a fascinating transformation in recent years: once known as a bourgeois district, a creative and cosmopolitan scene has emerged around Kantstraße. Here, art, gastronomy, and urban lifestyle blend in a unique way – and right in the middle of it all is Hotel Wilmina, a hidden gem that serves as both a retreat and a source of inspiration.
If the father of medicine were to seek a wellness oasis today, his path might lead him to the Gundari Resort on Folegandros – a place where ancient Greek healing wisdom meets modern spa culture.
A stay in the private villas at the Serra Nature eco-resort near Valencia feels as if nature itself is opening its arms to us. How can you connect even more deeply with your surroundings and ultimately with yourself? With the unforgettable nature experiences that can be booked through the resort. And that doesn’t just mean hikes and yoga in the Sierra Calderona.
You can’t see it, but you can feel it – especially when it’s as pure as here in Aschau im Chiemgau, a small town in Bavaria where the exceptional quality of the air has even been proven to be good. The Agrad Chaletdorf is located on the outskirts of the idyllic climatic health resort in a landscape that lets you breathe a sigh of relief.
In the heart of Faro’s historic old town, The Ashana is set to become an extraordinary retreat for discerning travelers. Carefully restored from a 16th-century building, this boutique hotel seamlessly blends historical charm with contemporary luxury, offering an exclusive experience for guests who appreciate individuality, design, and exceptional service. With only 29 rooms, a hidden garden, and tailor-made experiences, The Ashana is redefining boutique hospitality on the Algarve.
Luxury travel is evolving. Sustainability, mindfulness, and holistic wellbeing are becoming increasingly central. The latest report, “New Codes of Luxury: Longevity & Wellbeing Strategies” by The Future Laboratory, highlights a growing trend among travelers seeking destinations that go beyond traditional comfort. The demand is for places that offer not only relaxation but also a deeper meaning and a lasting impact on both body and mind.
It’s a real pleasure to go out for a good meal, isn’t it? How about a table at the newly opened Luna Restaurant in Bolzano? A retreat in the centre, an Italian feast with international guest performers, a highlight of the Parkhotel Mondschein. Do we want to sit inside under the glass ceiling? Or outside on the terrace with a view of the park?
Ah yes! This is what it feels like when you find your inner self again. In everyday life, we often get lost in work or other distractions and forget to be mindful of ourselves. But there are places that can help you to embark on this powerful journey again. For example, the four-star Hotel Alpin Juwel – a gem with a holistic detox retreat.
The number five is pronounced “go” in Japanese. And we gladly accept this invitation. Where is the journey taking us? To the financial district of Tokyo, into a hundred-year-old former bank building that now houses the K5 Hotel.
A generational change in the hotel industry is always an opportunity. The renovation of the Park Hotel Franceschi in Cortina d’Ampezzo was entrusted to the South Tyrolean architecture and design studio NOA. A good choice: the combination of old and new is impressive
Certamente, Venice belongs on the bucket list and probably some of you reading these lines have already strolled through St Mark’s Square, stopped for a Bellini at Harry’s Bar or been to the pavilion show at the Biennale. But what about organising a party in the Serenissima? No? Eureka! We’ve found something. A hotel in a historic palazzo in the sestiere Cannaregio that can be booked for events.
From pyjamas to ski suit? It’s possible, because a skiing day at Gradonna starts right outside the hotel door. No tedious lugging of equipment, no long journey: the 4-star mountain superior resort is nestled in the heart of nature and just one step away from the slope. You can put your pyjamas back on straight away when you come back and let your gaze wander over the nearby three-thousand metre peaks in the evening.
If you want to spell the Alfa Hotel, you might find more suitable words than Andrew, Lucy and Frederick – words that capture the feeling of this special place: A for alpine, L for letting go, F for finesse and A for a time out. All of this reflects in the spa area of the four-star hotel in Serfaus, which recently added an outdoor relaxation pool to provide even more space for relaxation.
A trip into nature purifies the soul and lets you breathe deeply, but how about a holiday in the middle of a protected nature reserve? The Serra Nature eco- resort is located in the heart of the Sierra La Calderona, surrounded by cork oaks, thyme and sea air. A location unlike any other in Europe.
It shimmers, shines and glows at the Sportresidenz Zillertal. A glow-up at the Tyrolean Lifestylehotel brings innovations, modernisation and more quality. A rapprochement with the times. A sign of reflection. A spark that ignites:
Culinaria Living reaches for the stars not only because of its elevated position above the Merano region, but also in culinary terms. In the two apartments somewhere between the sea and the Alps, you feel just as much at home as in the Michelin-starred restaurant.