Inner guidance begins within and grows in places like Palazzo Fiuggi, co-founded by Prof. Dr. h.c.c. mult. Nike Schröder.
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.
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.
Zash, Bsss, Mhh, Ahh… at the boutique hotel between the sea and Mount Etna, you can hear many sounds. We spoke to owner Carla Maugeri to discover where they are coming from and what other sounds can be heard at the Sicilian country house.
The Hotel Heureka is not a place for those who rush through life, but for those who find wonder in the art of lingering. The Venetian palazzo reminds us that stillness can be the most graceful form of motion. A gentle ode to the Heureka and the timeless palazzi of Venice.
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?
Enchanting, timeless, to fall in love with: Torre del Nera is an Albergo Diffuso that was created from existing features in a medieval village in Umbria. And this is the story of the special holiday architecture - made in Italy.
How can you explore South Tyrol? How about on a racing bike! The Parkhotel Mondschein in Bolzano and the Hotel Schwarzschmied in Lana are ideal starting points for rides on narrow wheels: the tours on offer are as varied as South Tyrol itself…
As summer gently retreats, nature begins to settle into a quieter rhythm. And so do we, slowing down to reflect on all we've experienced. Places like the Valle dei Laghi in Trentino are perfect for this. Especially the charming Agritur La Dolce Mela, where autumn tastes of warm colors, a touch of dolce vita, fine wine, and sweet apples.
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.
It's not quite a hotel, but neither is it a simple house with holiday flats. So how should we describe the Hofergut with its suites and flats in Reischach in South Tyrol? How about a holiday home.
The Apfelhotel in South Tyrol doesn't fit into any category. It's not rustic, but neither is it superchic. It is what it is, Erich Fried would say. It's a happy place, we say.
