Unique glaciers, snow-covered peaks, crunching paths, crystal-clear air – the highest municipality of Obergurgl is known as the Diamond of the Alps. Its radiance also includes a hotel with the telling name: The Crystal.
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The THALLO Boutique Hotel complex in Zhangzhou, China, is not only impressive because of its exterior, which was modelled on a ship. The project is an impressive example of how architecture is integrated into mountainous surroundings in China.
Even more so at the Bergwiesenglück. Slow living. Breathtaking views. Unwinding. That’s exactly what you’ll find at the retreat in the heart of the Tyrolean Alps. Not far from Ischgl and Kappl, this boutique hotel is the ultimate haven of tranquillity. Rudolf Schuchter told us all about it.
The Dutch city of Eindhoven will soon be home to the world’s highest “woodscraper”. The two towers – 100 and 130 metres high and known as the Dutch Mountains – are to set new standards in high-rise timber construction …
“Mum, I’m bored” – that’s something you’ll never hear from your kids during a stay at the Alpina Zillertal Family.Lifestyle.Kinderhotel, and with the new Play Factory, there’s even more to keep them entertained …
As the way to the sea is becoming difficult due to travel restrictions, a trip to the local mountains is proving more and more attractive. Artists have always found inspiration in the call of the mountains. Auction house im Kinsky has gathered some real and imaginary places for a journey into the mountains for you …
The Lavida Hotel is an oasis for active health-conscious holidaymakers in Girona, Spain […]
Fancy a look at the next prize? Door number 17 takes you up to the mountains in Seefeld. At the Natur & Spa Hotel Lärchenhof you can enjoy cosy rooms and regional food as well as sauna sessions and a pool – panoramic views always included. Today you can win three nights for two people including breakfast.
Today we breathe in the scent of the South Tyrolean forests and open door number 12 to the Blaslahof, which has been transformed over the years from a farm into an organic retreat. The historic main building with its rustic barn has been extended to include designer chalets that are close to nature and you could soon be spending three nights in one of these.
With door number 7, we conquer the Tyrolean peaks. In the mountainous backdrop of Seefeld lies the Summit Seefeld flat hotel, which architecturally reflects the topography of its surroundings. If you are looking for the ultimate experience and want to reach the pinnacle of relaxation, you should definitely enter today to win three nights for two including breakfast.
The yellow corner house with its two stone turrets and rustic wooden construction could have come straight out of a fairytale book. I wonder what might be here? Let’s open door number 4 and find out. Today’s prize includes three nights for two people at the Aparthotel Torri di Seefeld.
Is there really a place called Maria Alm? Yes! Even if it does sound a bit like you’ve discovered an isolated place with an impressive name, a pilgrimage church and an idyllic mountain and meadow panorama. And in Maria Alm there is also a Josef, although his surname is Sepp. He’s the one who’s in charge of all the excitement round here with his eponymous hotel for “children over 21”, as he calls his guests.
IMAGINE WAKING UP SURROUNDED BY THE LUSH GREENERY OF THE JUNGLE, THE SOUND OF EXOTIC BIRDS ALL AROUND YOU. THIS IS HOW EVERY DAY BEGINS AT SUITREE, THE LUXURY TREE HOUSE HOTEL IN SARDINAL, GUANACASTE, COSTA RICA. THIS IS WHERE CLOSENESS TO NATURE AND MODERN AMENITIES MEET.
At 2000 metres above sea level, the air is fresh and pure. Ideal for clearing your head, isn’t it? A unique place at this altitude is The Crystal VAYA Unique in Obergurgl in the Ötztal Alps. Is it a coincidence that the wellness area is exactly 2000 square metres in size? Probably. In any case, it offers enough space to achieve mental focus and sharpen the senses.
Bhutan, the small kingdom in the Himalayas known as the “Land of the Thunder Dragon,” captivates travelers with its untouched nature, Buddhist culture, and focus on happiness and mindfulness. Bhutan’s unique and highly sustainable tourism policy offers a refreshing alternative to overcrowded, fast-paced holiday spots. But what makes Bhutan a destination for mindful living, and what can visitors learn from a trip to this unique place?
As the founder of an environmental design office, Yussef Agbo-Ola creates very special objects. He has even created something extraordinary for the Sharjah Architecture Triennial: the Nono: Soil Temple, which unites all aspects of life.
Mindfulness: no, it’s not just a word for grown-ups. Children can be mindful, too. They might even be better at it than us adults. At the Mia Alpina in the Zillertal, young and old can experience moments that make it easy to stay in the moment: the avid observation of a squirrel as it leaps from tree to tree. The exuberant joy before going down a water slide. The careful stroking of a fluffy rabbit. Or the pleasure of cuddling up to mum or dad to read a book. And from December, there will be even more.
How do you capture the essence of a place? One way to do it is through language. Learning basic words and phrases doesn’t just show respect, it also helps you to understand the people and their region a little better. It’s particularly interesting in South Tyrol, where melodic Italian meets rustic Tyrolean, resulting in as many dialects as there are valleys.