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Naturhotel Forsthofgut – Salzburg

A fairy-tale castle turned into a wellbeing centre of excellence

If you think that the only reason to visit Salzburg is Mozart, think again. For the wellness devotee, SalzburgerLand is a bonanza of luxury alpine spas, and arguably the jewel in the crown is the multi-award winning Naturhotel Forsthofgut.

The Naturhotel Forsthofgut is the lovechild of the ultimate spa hotel and a modern fairy-tale castle. Covering 60,000 sqm at the base of the Asitz slopes in the Leogang valley, the hotel comprises a network of modern annexes around a central lake. Typically alpine in style, the interior décor has contemporary chalet-appeal with sumptuous materials for nesting by log fires in the winter, when guests can ski-in & ski-out. Then with grace and ease, the Forsthofgut seamlessly transforms into its summer rendition, as the flourishing gardens take precedence and the lake becomes the main hub of activity.

Always family friendly, Naturhotel Forsthofgut caters for the needs of even the most demanding little VIPs.

Although the Forsthofgut can be a challenge to navigate, there is great pleasure in getting lost within the waldSPA, a four-story towering sanctuary of wellness for adults only, with a gym, every…

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Italy in September

No crowds, no screaming kids and still plenty of sun

Going anywhere in Italy in the height of summer feels like wrestling your way into a lifeboat when a cruise ship is sinking. Hordes of tourists everywhere, fistfights for the last table in a restaurant and hour-long queues to visit museums and churches. September however is peaceful, with plenty of availability and an explosion of […]

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Porto Zante Villas & Spa

In the footsteps of Olympians

With the Paris Olympics round the corner, the luxury resort of Porto Zante Villas & Spa on Zakynthos Island is inviting guests to a unique experience exploring the western coast of the Peloponnese and visiting Ancient Olympia on their own private yacht. With much better beaches – and access to them – than Mykonos and, if you […]

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Hotel Grace La Margna

Redefining Alpine luxury in St Moritz

Built in 1906, the original La Margna was one of the most iconic hotels in St Moritz, a glorious example of Art Nouveau, the style predominant in the early 20th century. With its privileged location, mere minutes from the train station, and panoramic views of the lake, it was a coveted destination in what is […]

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Mother’s Day Luxury Getaways

Make unforgettable memories with your mum from London to The Seychelles

Whether it’s exploring exotic destinations or indulging in pampering closer to home, our Mother’s Day round up of luxury breaks is designed to offer something spectacular for all deserving mums. It’s time to ditch the clichés and give her the VIP treatment she demands. From breath-taking countryside breaks to far flung serene spa retreats, we’ve […]

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Where Love May Take You

Destinations you’ll fall in love with

Traveling is one of the best ways to rekindle a relationship and get closer to your partner. There is something about being away that encourages love and bonding. Maybe it is what you experience and the wonderful memories you create together, or maybe it is just because finally, you have time for each other. As […]

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Tuscan Tranquility

A weekend at Relais La Corte Dei Papi

Picture yourself under the Tuscan sun, sipping Negronis by a fabulous pool, next to original 18th-century buildings, amidst exuberant gardens. A short walk away is your fabulous spa suite, with its own sauna and jacuzzi. Total bliss, total privacy. You can relax entirely in the privacy of your room. A stay at Relais La Corte […]

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Villa D’Este redefines Christmas

Christmas at the most iconic hotel in Lake Como

The sky over Lake Como is as silvery as a turtle dove, the surrounding mountains are disguised in fog, and the emerald lawns of the Villa d’Este glisten in the light rain. Welcome to winter, far removed from the linen-clad, Panama-hatted, Persol-shaded playtimes that have made this place dolce vita ground zero for the past […]

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An Ayurvedic Sleep Retreat in the Himalayas

Ananda Resort

If you feel permanently exhausted, you’re not alone. An estimated 45 per cent of us suffer from a chronic lack of sleep and know all too well how profoundly it affects our well-being. I haven’t slept well since before the anxiety-inducing disruption of the pandemic, and even though life is back to normal, my circadian […]

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Home Away From Home

The Other House South Kensington gets personal

Mash-ups of the seemingly incongruent have occasionally resulted in miraculous, delightful and otherwise unanticipated combinations. Country-rock music, salted caramels, the iPod-plus-the-mobile-phone: they combine the best of the two and eliminate the rest. Imagine, then, what accommodation away from home would be if you dream of the convenience and facilities of hotels, the regularity and security […]

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Thrill Seekers

Reach the peak of perfection in Kitzbühel

Austrian skiing legend Hans Gmoser got it right when he famously declared that “a person should have wings to carry them where their dreams go, but sometimes a pair of skis makes a good substitute”. Dreams can come true in magical Kitzbühel where the skiing is not just extraordinary but iconic. An Alpine experience like […]

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Mediterranean Lush in Cyprus

Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort

Nestled along the pristine coastline of Cyprus and positioned on the edge of the Akamas National Park, the Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort stands as a beacon of luxury and serenity, inviting travellers to indulge in the ultimate Mediterranean experience. This idyllic destination is a perfect combination of natural beauty, modern amenities, and impeccable […]