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Tips from Annette Weber-Ben Ammar
Borgo 69
Borgo 69 in Pozzo della Chiana – a small authentic village in Tuscany, 70 km south of Florence – is nestled among 200 olive trees in the rolling hills of Tuscany. The twelve designer suites/apartments were lovingly designed by Philipp and Paolo. Homemade Italian tapas are served by the delicious Emporio d’Ines kitchen. Borgo 69 is an ideal retreat and is ideally located for beautiful tours, e.g. to Arezzo, Montepulciano, Siena, etc. The wine and olive tastings, a truffle hunt, the guided e-bike tours and ballooning are also great. And for shopping maniacs: a chic designer outlet with many Italian fashion boutiques at reasonable prices is only a 10-minute drive from Borgo 69. If you don’t find anything here, it’s your own fault.
www.fontelungatuscancollection.com/en/borgo69/index
Mykonos Lolita Gecotel Boutique Resort
My favorite! This luxurious new retreat combines the trendy island lifestyle of Mykonos with dreamy seclusion. It is the ideal oasis, away from the hustle and bustle above the cliffs of a pristine sea bay in Mykonos. After a comprehensive renovation, the boutique resort shines in fresh splendour. Mykonos Lolita is located on the north coast of the island and has its own private beach in such a peaceful and unspoiled environment. Here you can experience pure nature, tranquility and the beauty of the island in its original splendor. There are only 18 individual guest rooms and 15 suites on two levels with complete privacy and stunning views of the hotel’s private beach. This place is perfect for me for a relaxed and romantic holiday for two. The resort also has the most beautiful wedding chapel in Mykonos, ideal for a dream wedding in a very intimate setting. The surrounding area offers jogging trails, water sports, horseback riding and excursions on caiques, the traditional fishing boats of the Ionian Sea. And for those who want to experience the party scene, the lively town of Mykonos with its colorful nightlife is only a ten-minute drive away, so it’s very close to the island’s bustling hotspots. Discerning travellers with a sense of luxury and individuality will find their dream temporary destination here.
mykonoslolita.grecotel.com
Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria
The Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria in Sorrento, on the Amalfi Coast, celebrates its 190th anniversary this year. In one of the most sophisticated places in the world, connoisseurs of the Dolce Vita will find a successful combination of pure luxury, joie de vivre and privacy. The 5-star luxury hotel has been owned by the Fiorentino family since 1834. The hotel with 79 rooms and suites has already hosted Richard Wagner and Oscar Wilde, who enjoyed the same breathtaking views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius as guests who spend their holidays there today. Built above the marina of Sorrento on a steep slope, the noble building exudes a sublime calm. With the extensive private gardens around the Grand Hotel, the fine destination offers guests from all over the world the privacy they need to switch off. Sitting on the terrace and enjoying the magnificent view of the Gulf of Naples is pure luxury. If the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria is worth a visit on its own, then the surrounding nature is the icing on the cake. The Amalfi Coast fascinates with its unique, steeply rising rocks, a rugged shore landscape and many small beaches. You can explore the landscape exclusively by private boat. Guests of the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria only take a glass elevator down to the marina. From there, the ferries to Naples, Ischia or the legendary island of Capri depart.
www.excelsiorvittoria.com
Angel Ayurpura Hotel
Simply heavenly – the first Ayurveda hotel in the Dolomites offers authentic Ayurveda treatments in an impressive mountain setting. In November 2023, the new Engel Ayurpura Hotel opened. The owner, Carmen Kohler, has been enthusiastic about the Indian art of healing for more than ten years. In 2014, she developed an Ayurvedic concept together with experts to promote the well-being of guests. The offer initially began with Ayurvedic treatments in combination with Ayurvedic cuisine. Soon the program expanded with an extensive range of authentic Ayurveda and Panchakarma cures. In order to preserve the parent house as a traditional family hotel and to strengthen the focus on Ayurveda, the idea was born to build a new independent boutique hotel that focuses exclusively on authentic Ayurveda and Panchakarma – the Engel Ayurpura Hotel. Dr. Vaidya Swami Nath Mishra, currently the only Ayurvedic doctor in Italy, is at the head of the highly qualified team. As one of India’s leading pulse diagnosticians, he specializes in Panchakarma and Ayur Yoga breathing techniques. Engel Ayurpura is located in Nova Levante, a charming South Tyrolean village just 20 km from Bolzano. It is the new stylish adults-only address for health-conscious people who want to relax with holistic Ayurveda. The interior is modern and sophisticatedly designed with local wood and natural materials, clean lines and soft tones. In addition to 15 guest rooms, including two suites and a loft suite with freestanding bathtub and private sauna, there are twelve Ayurvedic treatment rooms, a yoga studio with forest views, a cozy lounge with an open fireplace and a library. The studio hosts lectures on mindfulness and health, as well as various courses such as meditative painting and floristry. The hotel’s spa area includes a relaxation room and a tea lounge with a panoramic terrace overlooking the outdoor saltwater pool and the surrounding Dolomites. A flower-filled garden with sun loungers and walking paths, as well as a sauna in the treetops, complete the wellness offer. At the Engel Ayurpura Hotel, every guest can expect an individually designed treatment, diet and exercise program. And after their stay, guests get access to the online portal “Ayurpura Care” for free yoga classes, cooking classes, recipes and up-to-date information on the subject of Ayurveda.
www.ayurpura.hotel-engel.com
Romantik Art Nouveau Hotel Bellevue and the Moselschlösschen Hotel & Spa in Traben-Trarbach
Even the journey by car along the many steep vineyards is spectacular: The Moselle is Germany’s oldest wine region and one of the most beautiful wine-growing regions in Europe. If you love romance, wine and architecture, this is the place for you. The charming Moselschlösschen Hotel and Spa, as well as the Romantik Art Nouveau Hotel Bellevue – by the way, the only original Art Nouveau hotel in Germany – are both located directly on the banks of the Moselle in Traben-Trarbach and are still a real insider tip.
At the Romantik Jugendstilhotel Bellevue, guests can travel back in time to the “Belle Epoque”, walk in the footsteps of famous contemporaries of the early 20th century and enjoy exquisite dishes in the hotel’s own restaurant. Right next door, the historic Bellevue also includes the Palais Kayser with ten unique suites, which were specially designed by the designer house Kplus Konzept on a wide variety of themes; and all with a dream view of the vineyards and the Moselle! By the way: The charming owner of the Hotel Bellevue chauffeurs his guests across the Moselle in his turquoise Amphicar on request – incl. Champagne and picnic basket.
bellevue-hotel.firstvoucher.com/amphicarfahrt-auf-der-mosel-m50915
The Moselschlösschen Hotel & Spa in Traben-Trarbach is a Mecca for all wellness lovers. After a comprehensive renovation, the hotel has been an attractive spa domicile for adults since April 2022. In the middle of the historic building ensemble, a new world of well-being opens up today for holidaymakers who are looking for relaxation and their inner balance. The shapes of the 2500 m² wellness area are flowing and inspired by the course of the Moselle river and the river of life.
www.moselschloesschen.de
The owner of Villa Hüsgen offers great wine tours by jeep through the steep vineyards and is a worldly, interesting conversationalist.
www.villahuesgen.com/de
… and there is also a unique Buddha museum in Traben-Trarbach.
www.traben-trarbach.de/de/buddha-museum.html
