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WANDERLUST…GO WHERE YOUR HEART TAKES YOUTRAVELFEVER…FOLLOW YOUR PASSION

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‘ONE’S DESTINATION IS NEVER A PLACE,BUT ALWAYS A NEW WAY OF SEEING THINGS.’HENRY MILLER

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12 FIRST 5-STAR SUPERIOR HOTEL IN FLANDERS

Domaine La Butte aux Bois, Relais & Châteaux, Lanaken, Belgium

16 ALPINE LUXURY RICH IN TRADITION

TOP Hotel Hochgurgl, Hochgurgl, Austria

20 BLISS IN THE BLACK FOREST…

Dollenberg, Schwarzwald, Germany

24 DISCOVER A LUXURY EXPERIENCE

Schlosshotel Fiss, Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis, Austria

28 THE PINNACLE OF CULINARY DELIGHT!

Hotel & Spa Rosengarten, Kirchberg/Kitzbühel, Austria

36 TRADITION & LIFESTYLE IN A BREATHTAKING SETTING

SPA-HOTEL Jagdhof, Relais & Châteaux, Stubaital, Austria

40 ALPENGLOW MEETS DOLCE VITA!

Hotel Plunhof, Ridnaun-Ratschings, Italy

48 PARADISE BETWEEN MOUNTAIN, LAKE & GLACIER

Sporthotel Alpenblick, Zell am See, Austria

52 FOR YOUNG FAMILIES & SMART ATHLETES

Hotel Happy Stubai, Stubai Valley, Austria

56 EXPERIENCE TRADITION – NO AIRS AND GRACES

Hotel Tiroler Hof, Tyrolean Zugspitz Arena, Austria

64 EUROPEAN AYURVEDA®

What makes European Ayurveda® unique?

66 ASIA OR THE ALPS? NAMASTÉ OR SERVUS?

Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof, Hinterthiersee, Austria

72 MAYR RESPITE FOR BODY, MIND & SPIRIT

Park Igls Mayr clinic, Innsbruck-Igls, Austria

76 NATUROPATHY IS KEY!

Pirchner Hof, Reith, Alpbachtal, Austria

80 JOY – NO MATTER WHAT

Shamanic healing retreats with Gabriele Scharnitzky

86 AN URBAN HAVEN OF COMFORT

ALPENrose, Kufstein, Austria

102 RESTAURANT SIMON TAXACHER, Kirchberg-Kitzbühel, Austria

104 LA SOURCE, Lanaken, Belgium

106 LE PAVILLON, Schwarzwald, Germany

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‘THE WORLD IS A BOOK, AND THOSE WHO DO NOT TRAVEL READ ONLY ONE PAGE.’AUGUSTINUS AURELIUS

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• Number one in the tri-border region

• Member of Relais & Châteaux

• 5-star superior• 59 rooms distributed

between Manoir, La Villa & Spa Retreat La Forêt

• Spa retreats, fitness breaks, boot camps, fine dining events, luxury experiences, private parties, weddings

WELCOME,WILLKOMMEN,BIENVENUE, WELKOM:• Historic property • 2 Michelin stars• Gault&Millau – 4 toques,

17 points out of 20• Gault&Millau: ‘Most

Beautiful Restaurant Terrace in Belgium’

• Hospitality Awards: ‘Best Wellness Centre Belgium’

• Unique concept for new Spa Retreat La Forêt

labutteauxbois.be

Sensational combination of historic

country estate, award-winning

gourmet hotspot and eco-chic spa.

Located at the heart of Europe in the

tranquil natural surroundings of the

Hoge Kempen National Park, yet close

to vibrant cities such as Maastricht,

Brussels and Cologne. Recognised for

excellent service and cosmopolitan

flair. Celebrated for the signature

dishes of 2-Michelin-starred Chef de

Cuisine Ralf Berendsen. Spa Retreat

La Forêt blends nature, wellbeing

and contemporary design. Exclusive:

Doctor’s brand La Forêt by Dr. Bullens,

created by a team of experts and

one of Belgium’s most renowned

dermatologists, Dr Yolande Bullens-

Goessens. Select private fitness

club Le Gym offers personal training

with top coach Ingmar Harthoorn.

Domaine La Butte aux Bois has 59

rooms, distributed across three

buildings: Le Manoir, La Villa and the

new Spa Retreat La Forêt.

FIRST 5-STAR

SUPERIOR HOTEL

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‘Breakfast by the open fire at Le Bistrot’

‘Mountain bike ride along the canals & in Belgium’s

unique national park’

‘Shopping & culture in Maastricht & at luxury Maasmechelen Village

designer outlet’

‘Lunch on “Belgium’s most beautiful restaurant

terrace”’

‘Take an explorative stroll around the hotel’s

11-hectare park’

‘Relax in the Spa Retreat La Forêt: a haven of nature & wellbeing’

‘Signature treatments with the hotel’s own “La Forêt by Dr. Bullens” products’

‘Personal training at Le Gym’

‘2-Michelin-starred dinner at Restaurant La Source’

‘Champagne at the bar’

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• 5-star superior• 62 rooms and suites• Ski specials, ski and spa

breaks, taster packages, summer specials

SUPERIOR EXPERIENCES • Ski-in & SPA-out in the

Obergurgl-Hochgurgl ski area

• 2,200sqm TOP Mountain SPA

• TOP Mountain Star: panoramic summit bar at 3,080m above sea level

• International cuisine with fine Alpine flavours using fresh, regional & organic produce

• Fresh oysters & Champagne available daily at the hotel

• 1km to the 3,000sqm TOP Mountain Crosspoint – the world’s highest motorcycle museum

tophotelhochgurgl.com

TOP Hotel Hochgurgl’s charm reflects

dignified tradition, Alpine flair and

cutting-edge hospitality. The third

generation of the Scheiber family of

hoteliers is driving the TOP Hotel

forwards with daring, innovation and

creativity. But that’s not all – they

provide comprehensive TOP winter

tourism services for a premium sports

brand experience. A 5-star superior

Scheiber skiing holiday comprises

linked-up services that meet the

highest standards on the TOP Hotel’s

doorstep: 112km of perfectly groomed

slopes in the Obergurgl-Hochgurgl

ski area – one of the world’s ten most

attractive winter sports destinations

and considered the Alps’ most

snowsure ski area. Ski-in & spa-out –

dip into the piste-side outdoor pool,

enjoy 360-degree panoramic views;

TOP Mountain SPA with 2,200sqm

of deep relaxation and wide range of

highly effective treatments.

ALPINE LUXURY RICH IN

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‘A generous gourmet breakfast buffet’

‘Skiing from the hotel’s doorstep, exploring the Ötztal Valley’s

356km of pistes with a single ski pass’

‘Fresh oysters on the sun terrace’

‘Sipping Champagne in the Perrier Jouët gourmet gondola’

‘Gazing at the stars at the TOP Mountain Star – with 360° views

including the Dolomites’

‘Irresistible: sweet temptations from the patisserie at 2,150m

above sea level’

‘Chilling Austro-Italian style with a cappuccino at the TOP

Mountain Crosspoint’

‘Discovering nostalgic two-wheelers at the world’s highest

motorcycle museum’

‘Ski-in & spa-out: sunset in the panoramic outdoor pool’

‘Exquisite 5-course gourmet menu and rare treasures from

the wine cellar’

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• 5-star superior• 100 rooms, junior suites,

suites and luxury suites• Kitchen parties, taster

packages, gourmet specials, spa breaks, winter holidays, spring getaways, summer spectaculars, autumn vacations, national holiday offers, Advent experiences

365 DAYS A YEAR• Le Pavillon restaurant:

2 Michelin stars• One of Germany’s top 3

spas: 5,000sqm DOLLINA Spa & Health

• Medical services at the Schindler Privé private practice

• Located in the Black Forest near Baden-Baden and not far from Strasbourg

• Three generation, family-run hotel

• The perfect holiday for children

dollenberg.de

A world of heavenly experiences

in the enchanting Black Forest: the

Dollenberg, where modern comfort

sublimely complements traditional

charm. Magnificent views inspire you

to new heights, while the 5,000sqm

DOLLINA Spa & Health gently bids

you to relax and enjoy unparalleled

treatments in blissful privacy.

Culinary indulgence from morning to

night: start the day with sweet and

savoury treats and conclude with

nibbles, cocktails and live music in

the bar. Experience fine dining in

the 2-Michelin starred restaurant

Le Pavillon where the chefs working

under Martin Herrmann conjure up

a world of sophisticated, classic yet

modern cuisine. Or dine in the great

outdoors: Tischlein, deck Dich offers

outdoor gourmet dining accompanied

by the most incredible views. A

family-run masterpiece surrounded by

a 17,000sqm park and run by three-

generations with one motto… we are

family!

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‘A morning stroll in the 70,000sqm Dollenberg Park’

‘Pause and discover St Anna’s Chapel’

‘A stop at the Rench Valley Cabin for the views and titbits from the

Black Forest and Alsace...’

‘A spot of farming history at the Vogtsbauernhof Black Forest

Open Air Museum’

‘Lunch at the Tischlein, deck Dich – unbeatable al fresco delights à la

Dollenberg’

‘Back to the Dollenberg for a treatment with Black Forest honey’

‘A refreshing swim in the outdoor pool with panoramic views of the

Black Forest’

‘Foodie treats and live music in the 2-Michelin-starred kitchen’

‘An open-air concert in the amphitheatre under the starry

summer night’

‘Live music and cocktails in the bar’

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• 135 rooms & suites• Summer’s Awakening,

Family Time, Gourmet Weeks, taster packages, Autumn Enchantment, Culinary Autumn, Ski & Spa Specials

LUXURY AT THEHIGHEST LEVEL• Ski-in & ski-out in Tyrol’s

Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis Ski Dimension

• A holiday for all the family with Family Spa, Kids’ & Teenagers’ Clubs

• Slow food philosophy• 5,000sqm Schloss Spa,

Aqua Monte & Splash Waterworlds, Schloss Gym

• 5-star comfort with A-class views

schlosshotel-fiss.com

At 1,436m altitude, the 5-star

Schlosshotel Fiss perches on the

sunny plateau of Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis

in Tyrol. 135 rooms and suites bring

together style, comfort and A-class

views while the cuisine is grounded in

the slow food philosophy: innovative

interpretations of traditional Alpine

dishes using the highest quality

regional produce and complemented

by superb wines from the 500-

bin cellar. For sublime wellbeing,

the 5,000sqm Schloss Spa offers

saunas, steam rooms, relaxation

areas, a Private Spa, the Aqua Monte

Waterworld with 250sqm panoramic

indoor-outdoor pool, Jacuzzis, a

Kneipp pool, bistro, superb Schloss

Gym and 3,000sqm wellbeing

garden. Spa treatments make use of

local herbs and mountain-sourced

ingredients. Just for families: Splash

Waterworld for children and teens

and a separate textile Family Spa. In

winter, the Schlosshotel offers ski-in,

ski-out with ski rental and store.

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‘Fabulous slow food breakfast buffet’

‘The height of exhilaration: float up to the summit in the cable

car’

‘Take the cable car while it’s still dark, hike to the summit as the sun rises –

amazing!’

‘A hotel lift that takes me straight onto the piste’

‘The view from the Crystal Cube’

‘Alpine Spa treatments with local herbs’

‘Relax or splash about in one of the Waterworlds’

‘Afternoon tea by the open fire & on the terrace’

‘Movie night for the kids, aperitifs for the adults’

‘Fine dining in the elegant restaurant’

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• 26 rooms & suites • Rosengarten Gourmet Golf

Trophy, Gourmet Days, Gourmet Festivals, Gourmet Hiking, SPA à deux, ‘Party Time with Friends’, VIP Hahnenkamm specials, incentives & conferences

AN EXCELLENT MULTIAWARD-WINNING HOTEL• Only 5-star hotel in Austria

with two award-winning restaurants

• Gault&Millau – 4 toques, 19 points out of 20 for Restaurant Simon Taxacher

• Gault&Millau – 2 toques, 15 points out of 20 for Bistro-Restaurant Rosengarten

• Les Grandes Tables Du Monde

• Rosengarten SPA with ALPINE ELEMENTS® healthy cuisine

• Events & celebrations of the highest level

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Feel at home in the elegant luxury of

Kirchberg’s Hotel & Spa Rosengarten

– where warm Tyrolean hospitality is

guaranteed! The Rosengarten brings

urban chic to the mountains with 26

rooms and suites offering panoramic

views of the Kitzbühel Alps. Gourmet

pleasures are assured thanks to 6

Gault&Millau toques under one roof.

The highly acclaimed Restaurant

Simon Taxacher is renowned for fine

dining and innovative flavours, and

award-winning Bistro-Restaurant

Rosengarten offers Alpine-inspired

dishes using fresh local produce.

Discover a haven for the senses

in the Rosengarten SPA featuring

a 15m indoor pool, gym with

personal training and the Rosen

Private SPA Suite. SPA treatments

feature [comfort zone] and Susanne

Kaufmann™ brand products. An

exclusive address in one of Austria’s

most prestigious locations: c’est la vie

en Rosengarten…

THE PINNACLE

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‘Delicious Rosengarten gourmet breakfast

buffet’

‘A long walk with my own personal guide’

‘Hitting the slopes of the “world’s best ski resort”

with a private guide’

‘Light lunch at the Bistro-Restaurant

Rosengarten’

‘Luxury shopping in Kitzbühel’

‘Teeing off with my private golf guide’

‘Pure relaxation in the Rosengarten SPA’

‘Alpine balloon ride with Champagne’

‘Gourmet dinner at Restaurant Simon

Taxacher’

‘Digestif in the Piano Bar’

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Set against the breathtaking backdrop

of the Stubai Alps in charming

Neustift, the 5-star SPA-HOTEL

Jagdhof offers a relaxing atmosphere

blending luxurious Tyrolean comfort

with fun activities. In addition to

excellent service and superb food, the

SPA-HOTEL Jagdhof provides unique

facilities such as a fabulous wine cellar

– awarded ‘World’s Best Wine List’ –

the Gourmet Gondola – probably

Tyrol’s smallest gourmet restaurant –

the 2-Gault&Millau-toque Hubertus

Stube and food for sharing in the

Stadel barn. The jSPA is a ground-

breaking spa with 3,000sqm of 20

different wellbeing experiences, indoor

and outdoor pools, and its jOYFUL

wellbeing area where signature

treatments with cult brand REN

await. The Alpine SPA CHALET offers

three spacious relaxation rooms, a

freshwater plunge pool, a tea bar and

lounge, and a luxurious Private SPA

Suite – plus stunning mountain views

from the private terrace!

TRADITION &

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• Member of Relais & Châteaux

• 70 rooms & suites• Private SPA Discovery,

Jump for Joy, spa retreats, wellness short breaks, guided walking holidays, BIG Family programmes, unique wine tasting events

• 365 days a year

JUMP FOR JOY• Relaxed, Tyrolean-style

luxury• Multi award-winning

SPA• Innovative spa treatment

concept• Service excellence in a

fun atmosphere • The World of Fine Wine:

World’s Best Wine List 2016

• Game from the hotel’s own preserve

• Glacier skiing from October to June

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‘Wake up to stunning Stubai Glacier views’

‘Regional delicacies at the late risers’ breakfast

buffet’

‘Time for each other in the Private SPA Suite’

‘Gaze at the mountaintops as you

clock a few laps of the pool’

‘Sip Champagne in the 5,000sqm garden’

‘Enjoy jSPA signature treatments’

‘A walk to the hotel’s Isse mountain lodge’

‘Experience the WildeWasserWeg trail’

‘A romantic dinner in the Fondue Gondola’

‘Enjoy a flutter on casino night’

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Idyllically situated in the South

Tyrolean Val Ridanna, the Plunhof

hotel combines Alpine traditions

with Mediterranean influences

for a special and relaxing holiday

experience. Paula Volgger and her

eight children manage the hotel,

offering delicious cuisine, a unique

and award-winning spa, comfortable

rooms and a wonderful family

atmosphere. Appreciation of tradition

and love of nature are a characteristic

of the house, particularly reflected in

Peter and Egon Volgger’s seasonally-

inspired Mediterranean-Alpine dishes.

The hotel’s ‘Bacchus’ wine cellar holds

more than 600 selected labels with a

focus on South Tyrol and Italy. A visit

to the 4,000sqm Spa Minera & Acqua

Minera is a must with its ‘wellness

above & below the surface’ concept

– mining-themed sauna & steam

complex, relaxation zones, indoor &

outdoor pools, beauty & massages,

signature ‘power from rock and soil’

treatments & rituals

• 4-star superior• 67 rooms & suites • Wellness Short Break,

Hiking Weeks, Autumn Adventure Weeks, Sun and Snow Beauty Weeks

HOME OFGENERATIONS• Voted Best of Italy in the

Health & Spa Awards 2017

• Spa Minera & new Acqua Minera – 4,000sqm inspired by the region’s mining tradition

• Gourmet cuisine with Alpine & Mediterranean influences

• Wine cellar with over 600 wines

• Family business run by Paula & her eight children

• EU Ecolabel certified hotel with ClimaHotel® pre-certification

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‘Mountain air recharge on the green roof after early

morning Yoga’

‘Outdoor breakfast with views over the impressive peaks of the Stubai Alps’

‘Mountain bike ride along the ancient miner’s routes’

‘Cookery lesson with the hotel’s chef’

‘Cappuccino under the palm trees of nearby

Merano’

‘Spa time in the saltwater whirlpool & tunnel sauna’

‘Deep regeneration with a silver quartzite stone

massage’

‘Fly fishing in a mountain stream’

‘Wine tasting at dusk’

‘Event at the hotel’s own 16th-century Tötschhof

farmhouse’

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• 90 rooms & suites• Glacier skiing, family

winter magic, summer & mountain love, outdoor pursuits weeks, Teenager Summer Days activity programme, Big Families at the Alpenblick, golf & casino

PLUS...• More than just fun and

enjoyment• Mountains & valleys,

lakes & glacier − unparalleled variety!

• Spectacular active opportunities throughout the year

• We love... families!• Carpe diem − relax and

enjoy being• A favourite eating and

drinking spot among the locals

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Lake Zell, the Kitzsteinhorn and the

Alpenblick: an unrivalled combination

for wellness, family fun, athletic

pursuits, food, drink, events and

shopping. With 90 rooms and suites,

a lounge bar, garden and stunning

lake views, the Alpenblick offers

everything a holidaymaker’s heart

could desire for a superb break in a

simply extraordinary Alpine setting.

The restaurant serves a contemporary

take on traditional dishes. The

1,300sqm wellness area includes a

140sqm indoor-outdoor pool area,

sauna and steam rooms, a family

steam room, private spa, relaxation

areas and gym. The family-friendly

atmosphere comes with spacious

family rooms, supervised childcare,

outdoor playground, games room

and activity programmes for children

and teens. Unique: COOL KIDS FUN

summer holiday programme and Zell

am See-Kaprun Summer Card. The

Kitzsteinhorn’s ski season is long:

from early autumn until spring!

PARADISE BETWEEN

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‘Start the day with fun & activities’

‘Time with Schmidolin the Dragon from the

Schmittenhöhe’

‘Searching for gold with llamas and

alpacas’

‘Path of the senses, fire pit, climbing wall and a

house on stilts’

‘Farm animals and bread-baking at the

Augut farm’

‘Pirates ahoy – hunting for the pirates’ treasure’

‘Ice cream time: FREE ice cream from 2 to

4pm’

‘Feeding the ponies, Billy and Zottel, in the

hotel’s petting zoo’

‘Stand-up paddle boarding and

trampolining on the lake’

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HAPPY STUBAINEUSTIFT,STUBAI VALLEY The 4-star Happy Stubai is an easy-

going and creative 70s S-Happy chic

hotel for active holiday experiences.

It’s Alpine vintage for youth and

families, perfect for chilling, escaping

the mainstream and connecting with

nature. The hotel provides tasty food

and service that sparkles in a great

location. Action, fun and family are at

the Happy’s heart. Enjoy any one of

1001 outdoor activities in the Stubai

Valley and Stubai Glacier’s spectacular

natural scenery. The Happy Stubai

makes the perfect base for mountain

biking, trail running, climbing, Alpine

or Nordic skiing, snowboarding,

freeriding, ski touring, rafting, bungee

jumping and hiking. Replenish your

energy stores with great food from the

happy kitchen: from fitality breakfasts

and happy snacks to happy dine-ins,

every day sees fresh delights at the

Happy Stubai hotel in Neustift!

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• 55 rooms & junior suites • Happy specials: skiing

weeks, family holidays, hiking breaks, superdeals

HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS• 70s S-Happy Chic vibe• Alpine vintage• Tasty – happy #3 board

Morning. Afternoon. Dinner

• #Happy brunch art − every 2nd Sunday of the month

• BIG Family Summer Club• Open all year, glacier

skiing from October to June

• Feel good at the Happy: 20m outdoor pool, with indoor access, steam room, sauna, Kneipp therapy, chillax conservatory, BIG green sunbathing lawn

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‘Rise and shine to mountain views and fitality breakfast’

‘Happy exploits in the glacier ice cave’

‘Chillin’ in the happy pool – so cool’

‘BIG fun with the BIG Family Stubai Summer

Club’

‘Happy badminton family time’

‘Tasty breaks – vitamin-booster snacks and the

sweet stuff’

‘Happy activity with StuBay plus

geocaching’

‘Dinner – seasonal, regional, healthy

and tasty’

‘Hangin’ with friends at the happy bar’

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• 44 rooms & suites• Family offers, ski hits

for young & old, SPA holidays, time for pleasure, hiking breaks, autumn magic

TYROLEAN AUTHENTICITY

• Tyrolean architecture with feel-good atmosphere

• First-class family facilities

• Spacious rooms & suites offer every comfort

• Fitness for all – whatever your age!

• 90m to the slope, own ski school & Confetti Club

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Ehrwald at the foot of the Zugspitze

Mountain: where cordiality meets

superb facilities, comfort, charm

and a sense of tradition. The 4-star

Tirolerhof at 994m above sea level

is the perfect family holiday hotel.

Modern-Alpine with traditional

touches, the hotel offers generous,

comfortable rooms and suites with

stunning views – even from your

bathtub if you’re lucky! After an

active day in the mountains, relax

and recharge at the Tirolerhof’s SPA

where saunas, steam rooms, indoor

& outdoor pools and a gym await. A

playground, playroom, indoor bouncy

castle and the Confetti Alm with

climbing wall, football pitch, basketball

hoop and go-karting track provide

plenty of fun for children. Explore the

region’s beautiful mountain lakes,

themed walks, climbing forests

and excellent cycle trail network in

summer. And in winter, enjoy direct

access from the hotel to the slopes,

ski school and cable car.

EXPERIENCE TRADITION –

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‘Start with a delicious breakfast from the openview kitchen’

‘A hike on the Zugspitze’

‘Mountain biking in the Parnach gorge’

‘Teeing-off at the 9-hole Ehrwald golf course’

‘Worth seeing: the Bavarian royal palaces of Neuschwanstein and

Linderhof’

‘Enjoying a massage’

‘Relaxing in the spa’

‘Swimming in the heated outdoor pool’

‘Working out at the gym’

‘Mmm – tasty barbecues!’

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‘ONLY TRAVEL IS LIFE,AS LIFE IN TURN IS A JOURNEY.’JEAN PAUL

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• Ayurveda Taster• Panchakarma – Classic,

Deluxe, Superior• Ayurveda ‘Deluxe’• AyurDetox• Rasayana & Rejuvenation• Shamanic Healing

Retreat

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CHOOSE YOUR AYURVEDA RETREATS PROGRAMME:

EUROPEAN AYURVEDA®

European Ayurveda® is a registered trademark:

a unique blend of Ayurvedic diagnosis,

treatments, nutrition, Yoga, mind detox

and meditation tailored to suit the needs,

constitution and problems of western society.

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European Ayurveda® unites the

wisdom of Ayurveda with European

culture, honing the ancient life science

to suit European lifestyle, climate and

culinary habits.

Ayurvedic practitioners from India,

Ayurveda‘s country of origin,

together with European general

practitioners and naturopaths

make up the European Ayurveda®

team of experts. Medical expertise

and a profound knowledge and

understanding of Ayurveda are the

basis for profound consultations, the

essential pulse diagnosis and tailor-

made guidance.

European Ayurveda®

additionally combines

Ayurvedic therapies with

acupuncture, kinesiology and manual

therapy for a deeper healing process.

Ayurveda encourages the

use of plants grown in

the same soil where we

live. European Ayurveda®

utilises pure, highly

effective and 100% natural oils

made from local plants and herbs

for use in treatments. All oils are

made according to Ayurvedic

principles and are energised with

healing mantras.

European Ayurvedic cuisine®

is the culinary brand for

European Ayurveda® and is

integral to the success of

the holistic therapy. All staple foods

are sourced from the immediate area

surrounding the Ayurveda Resort

Sonnhof. Produce grown in Europe

contains active ingredients that suit

European living conditions, and many

European herbs contain similar active

ingredients to those found in Indian

herbs. Traditional recipes, handed down

over generations, are interpreted with

a European twist using local produce,

European herbs and the spices which

characterise this culinary brand.

Daily Spirit Yoga© and deep relaxation are

quintessential features of European Ayurveda®.

Yoga harmonises the body‘s processes and

organ functions, and calms the mind by stilling the

thoughts and stabilising emotions. From a spiritual point

of view, Yoga leads to higher consciousness and greater

gentleness towards the self and the environment. Mind

Detox Coaching® also assists guests to develop their

potential through meditation, mental exercises, Yoga,

breathing and energy exercises – making life and work

happier and more successful.

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• 30 rooms and suites• Comprehensive range of

Ayurveda programmes & treatments, Yoga & meditation classes & specials

FOUNDER OFEUROPEANAYURVEDA®

• ‘Tyrol meets India’ design concept

• Team of physicians & other experts from India & Europe

• European Ayurveda cuisine with local ingredients

• Fresh produce from farm to table by resort‘s own farm, the Lindhof

• Resort’s own AyurvedaCentre

• Ayurveda Active programme with meditation & Yoga

sonnhof-ayurveda.at

Ayurveda – the name originates

from Sanskrit and essentially means

‘science of life’. The ancient Indian

holistic system of knowledge is

based on the interrelationships of

body, mind and spirit, and the mix

of three Doshas – Vata, Pitta and

Kapha – which are responsible for the

basic characteristics and respective

constitutions of human beings. If

these Doshas are unbalanced due

to stress, poor nutrition or other

influences, we feel physically and

mentally unwell. European Ayurveda®

brings the three Doshas together

in harmony – this is done through

soothing oil massages, purifying

measures, Ayurvedic nutrition,

meditation, Yoga and more. At the

European Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof,

knowledge of traditional Eastern

Ayurveda is integrated into European

culture to create a treatment

programme geared towards our

lifestyles, climatic conditions and

eating habits. Hence the resort’s

motto ‘Tyrol meets India’.

ASIA OR THE ALPS?

NAMASTÉ OR SERVUS?

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• A traditional pulse diagnosis

• A thorough cleansing • Rejuvenation• Yoga and meditation• Ayurvedic nutrition

EXPERIENCE

NO NEED TO GO

FAR

WHEN EUROPEAN AYURVEDA®

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‘Early morning Yoga with Alpine views’

‘Flowing oil treatment’

‘Samvahana-Maharani massage with precious

stones’

‘Vegetarian lunch buffet’

‘Me-time in the Garden of Five Elements’

‘Soak up the heat in the Moon & Sun Saunas’

‘Tea ceremony in the Indra conservatory’

‘Qi Gong meditation’

‘Forest & meadow walk in the evening sun’

‘Dinner to suit my personalised nutritional

plan’

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• 51 rooms & suites• Treatment & diagnostic

modules, Modern Mayr Medical Check, extensive exercise & coaching packages, preventive medical care, Yoga weeks, mental coaching & Feldenkrais®

FX MAYR SPECIALISTS FOR 25 YEARS• FX Mayr specialists for

25 years• State-of-the-art

diagnostics• Personalised exercise,

nutrition & regeneration concepts

• Modern Mayr cuisine in eight stages

• Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Travel Awards: ‘World’s Best Destination Spa’, Condé Nast Traveller Spa Awards: ‘Most Effective Medi-Spa’, Tatler Spa Trophy: ‘Best for Medical Marvels’

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Austria’s most distinguished Mayr

clinic is situated in its own mature

park on the outskirts of the famous

Olympic village of Igls and surrounded

by stunning Tyrolean mountains.

Park Igls offers 51 hugely comfortable

rooms and suites with balconies

and panoramic views. Following the

motto ‘Health is Central’, the dynamic

and highly qualified medical team

advises and treats guests in line

with the renowned Modern Mayr

therapy with the main focus on detox,

regeneration and overall wellbeing.

The recommended minimum one

week’s stay comprises thorough

medical examinations, tests, personal

supervision and delicious Modern

Mayr cuisine, freshly prepared with

local, organic produce. The superbly

appointed spa offers a stunning

indoor pool with hydrotherapy section

and saunas plus a wide range of

treatments, also available are Kneipp

treatments, physiotherapy, kybun®

training, group exercise and Yoga.

MAYR RESPITE

FOR BODY,MIND & SPIRITPARK IGLS

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‘Morning walk & Kneipp treatment in the

park’

‘Mayr breakfast on the terrace’

‘Massages, baths & therapeutic applications’

‘Guided herb walk in the sunshine’

‘Tea & base broth by the open fire’

‘Kybun® & Yoga in the panoramic gym’

‘Group mental coaching session to help me

de-stress’

‘Putting & chipping on the hotel’s own green in

the park’

‘Relaxing in the spa, swimming in the indoor

pool’

‘Dinner rich in alkaline foods’

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• 64 rooms & suites• Fasting weeks,

Yoga breaks, detox programme, mountain walking weeks, Hildegard taster days & rejuvenation weeks

MINDFUL, SENSORY, SUSTAINABLE, NATURAL• The world’s first

dedicated Hildegard von Bingen hotel

• Exercise & activity programme with professional fitness instructor

• Hotel’s own farm − orchard, kitchen garden & herb garden

• Healthy cuisine with naturopathic focus

• On the outskirts of one of Europe’s ‘most beautiful villages in bloom’

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Tranquillity, crystal-clear air and

unspoilt natural surroundings offer

the ideal setting for a journey of self-

discovery, naturopathy and vitality.

Guests discover the surprisingly

contemporary teachings of 12th

century abbess Hildegard von Bingen.

Her ‘six golden rules’ – eating for

health, natural medicine, sufficient

sleep and exercise, balance of work

and play, detoxification and personal

transformation – counteract the hectic

pace of modern life.

Organic produce sourced from

the hotel’s gardens and farm are

the basis of the hotel’s healthy

cuisine. 76 comfortable rooms offer

mountain views, while health and spa

facilities provide ample opportunities

for wellbeing. Stay healthy with

informative herb walks, wellness

treatments and guided fitness

programmes.

NATURO-PATHY

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‘Morning meditation in the Life Energy

Garden’

‘A few laps of the outdoor pool with its

splendid views’

‘Delicious, super-healthy Hildegard

breakfast’

‘Guided Nordic walking excursion in the

mountains’

‘“Smovey” sessions in the swimming pool’

‘Discovering the secrets of the Alpbachtal’

‘Yoga & exercise at the Health House’

‘Sweet chestnut bath & copper bristle brush

massage at the Spa’

‘Evening stroll around romantic Lake Dorfsee’

‘Tasty 4-course dinner in the restaurant’

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Let go of the past, find

steadiness and experience

the joy of inner peace

with shamanic healing.

Consciousness and

transformation coach Gabrielle

Scharnitzky holds life-changing

energy healing retreats. The

inspirational international film

and TV actor applies the Native

American wisdom learnt

first-hand from Grandmother

Twylah Hurd Nitsch of the

Seneca Nation of Indians for

the benefit of her clients. The

aim of the spiritual detox is to

empower retreat participants

to adjust their own energy

system as and when required

and become the highest

version of their real selves.

Working on three levelsMs Scharnitzky applies the

Native American wisdom

to gently unfold her clients’

receptivity to metaphysical

realities. Then, she teaches

them to recognise – and

name – their energetic blocks.

During the third and deepest

stage, she and her clients use

these energetic clusters to

decipher the soul’s messages,

leading to the discovery of lost

portions of the soul trapped in

HEALING RETREATS WITH GABRIELE SCHARNITZKYAvailable exclusively at European Ayurveda Resort Sonnhof.Dates 2019: • 31 March to 10 April • 26 May to 5 June• 20 July to 30 July• 22 September to 2 October

For further information: sonnhof-ayurveda.at

JOY – NO MATTER

WHAT

old traumas, belief systems,

genetic contracts and other

lifetimes. As these lost parts

are recovered, a paradigm shift

occurs: new ways of thinking

that pave the way towards

fulfilment.

The MEDICINE WHEELThe circle is the foundation of

many mystical teachings in

history. Native Americans refer

to it as a mirror of the self, in

which people encounter their

vital force and – by connecting

with the Great Spirit – receive

the medicine they need

to tread their sacred earth

pathway.

Earth medicine, sacred space and spirit selfScharnitzky introduces

participants to earth medicine

and teaches that living in the

sacred circle of the spirit self

enables an encounter with

and experience of the self. The

medicine wheel’s 12 sacred

places serve as gateways for

extra-sensory experiences.

Unresolved life issues are

investigated, and participants

receive clear directions for

resolution. Scharnitzky attends

to each individual as they come

to a deep recognition of their

issues, providing easy tools for

self-adjustment.

Space for inner and outer encountersAs participants reconnect with

their own inherent creativity,

they learn to purify their sacred

space – their Luminous Energy

Field (LEF) – and increase their

Personal Energy Frequency

(PEF) with simple rituals.

The objective is to learn to

readjust immediately, and in all

situations so that we can live

in accordance with the spirit

self, feel inner peace and bring

it into the world – no matter

what.

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WHERE TO GO… PLACES TO VISIT

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• 27 classic to rustic rooms

• Two restaurants, a bar, rooms for seminars, parties and events, a covered terrace and ample free parking

MODERN, INNOVATIVEAND SUSTAINABLE• Restaurant ALPENrose:

1 Gault&Millau toque, 2 Falstaff forks and ‘Rising Star of the Year’ by the A la Carte guide in 2018

• From farm to table: fresh produce from the family farm

• Respect for ingredients: Chef Markus Heimann works nose to tail

• Multi-functional meeting, seminar and event rooms for up to 100 people

• The hotel’s two restaurants can accommodate up to 70 for weddings and celebrations

• Hotel’s spa area for a little break

alpenrose-kufstein.at

Since reopening the ALPENrose

hotel in Kufstein in 2017, the young

hotelier Stephan Mauracher has

brought about a transformation,

adding fresh flair and ambience to this

comfortable property. Both traditional

and contemporary, the urban haven

of comfort in the centre of Kufstein

appeals to business travellers and

holidaymakers alike. Thanks to its

convenient location in up-and-coming

Kufstein and the Kufsteinerland

region’s limitless culture, good food

and leisure opportunities, the new

foodie hotspot offers the perfect

setting for a fruitful stay, whether

business or pleasure. New, award-

winning paths are being forged at

the hotel’s Restaurant ALPENrose

by the excellent chef and sommelier.

Hotel guests are welcome to use

the wellness area. Guests can look

forward to unwinding in the Finnish

sauna, infrared cabin, massage

showers and relaxation area – or to

working out in the gym.

AN URBAN HAVEN

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ALPENROSE KUFSTEIN

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‘Early morning run around Kufstein’

‘A taste of honey from the family farm at breakfast’

‘An inside look into the art of glass-blowing at nearby

Riedel Glass’

‘Hike along glorious mountain lakes with Alpine

hut refreshments’

‘Back to the ALPENrose for a delicious lunch’

‘Visit to the over 800-year-old Kufstein Fortress’

‘A quick shopping trip for souvenirs’

‘Award-winning cuisine at the Restaurant ALPENrose’

‘The perfect pairing with Sommelier Christian Prack’s

wine selection’

‘Maybe indulge in a sundowner in Kufstein or enjoy a cultural event?’

‘Hang out at the ALPENrose bar’

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MADE-TO-MEASUREMOROCCOYour private concierge for authentic Moroccan experiences. Tailor-made travel. Insider tips from the Atlas Mountains to the Atlantic Coast. A dream of 1,001 nights.

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ESSAOUIRA: Joie de vivre,

busy markets, picturesque

fishing port and a UNESCO

World Heritage Medina

with its tiny passageways

and bustling streets. Visit

the gold souk and the

profusion of spice sellers and

artisans’ workshops for an

experience as authentic as

it is extraordinary. See the

mighty

fortress and savour the

refreshing breeze coming off

the Atlantic Ocean. Golfers

find everything just so at the

18-hole (72-par) and 13-hole

Mogador golf course,

designed by ‘Black

Knight’ Gary Player. Music

fans love the annual Gnaoua

World Music Festival –

famous the world over.

Essaouira is a culture

vulture‘s paradise. Feel

Morocco’s heartbeat where

the fruit of the argan tree still

thrives. There is so much

beauty to discover...

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SURFING...

Surfing, kite surfing and

windsurfing: water sports

fans flock to Essaouira and its

legendary waves. The city’s

many surfing schools employ

highly qualified instructors

who can introduce beginners

to all the wonders of the

sport.

SIMPLY PRICELESS

We would have happily

paid over the odds for our

gorgeous babouches, but

haggling’s just so much

fun – and the slippers will

remind us of Essaouira for a

long time to come! Precious

impressions, simply priceless.

THE DREAMIEST

BEACH

Essaouira‘s beach draws

a 2.5km long arc from the

fishing port to the dunes.

Jog, fly a kite, play beach

volleyball, go quad biking

or simply let the briny

breeze caress your face

as you take a stroll on the

sand. There’s so much to do

on the sandy city beach of

Essaouira.

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Fine dining by one of Austria’s

most talented and internationally

acclaimed chefs. Think

sophisticated and modern

flavour combinations in a chic,

contemporary setting with

impeccable service. Watch the

kitchen brigade at work – if you

can tear your eyes away from the

sublime art on your plate!Patron & Chef: Simon TaxacherMaître: Sandra KobaldSommelier: Patrick Somweber Experience: High-end, super-innovative, creative, playful, unbelievably deliciousDistinctions:• GAULT&MILLAU – 4 toques, 19 points• A LA CARTE – 5 stars, 98 points,

3 bottles• FALSTAFF RESTAURANT GUIDE –

4 forks, 99 points• BUSCHE SCHLEMMER ATLAS –

5 cooking spoons – Top Chef of the Year 2019

• LA LISTE 2018 – No. 68 in the world

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RESTAURANT SIMON TAXACHERHOTEL RESTAURANT SPA ROSENGARTEN, KIRCHBERG, AUSTRIA

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LA SOURCEDOMAINE LA BUTTE AUX BOIS, LANAKEN, BELGIUM

Stylish and smart, La Source

offers inspirational cuisine

created by a consummate

perfectionist: Chef Ralf

Berendsen‘s two Michelin stars

confirm that his approach is right

on target – try his foie gras with

yuzu tangerine and ginger beer…

and swoon! Served with charm

and professionalism on the finest

Pieter Stockmans’ porcelain

and accompanied by a super-

sophisticated wine list.

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Chef: Martin Herrmann Maître: Sabine RitterSommelier: Christophe Meyer Experience: Refined, excellently crafted, delightful mix of classic and modernDistinctions:• MICHELIN GUIDE – 2 stars

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LE PAVILLONHOTEL DOLLENBERG, BAD PETERSTAL-GRIESBACH, GERMANY

Chef Martin Herrmann’s two

Michelin stars come out of

the subtle creativity with

which he produces sensational

compositions of colour, form,

fragrance and texture. Take a

seat at one of Germany’s top

gourmet addresses where the

ambience offers timeless luxury,

the wine list is a delight… and the

food? Classic, modern – and out

of this world!

CLASSIC, REFINED AND OUT OF THIS WORLD!

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