March in Lana offers a unique blend of seasons. While the surrounding mountains remain snow-capped, the valley begins to show the first signs of spring with blossoming orchards and birdsong. 1477 Reichhalter is a beautifully restored inn offering thoughtful hospitality, cozy interiors, and a focus on seasonal, local cuisine. Nearby, Villa Arnica provides a secluded, garden-lined retreat, making it the perfect base for enjoying South Tyrol’s beauty as winter transitions to spring.

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With its dramatic Alpine scenery and restorative thermal baths, Bad Gastein is an ideal destination for March. The ski slopes are still in great condition, and the town’s unique mix of history and nature shines. The comodo, a stylish and design-focused hotel, combines wellness, mountain views, and modern comforts. Whether you’re hitting the slopes or relaxing in the hotel’s spa, Bad Gastein offers the perfect mix of adventure and rejuvenation.

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Mürren, a car-free village nestled in the Bernese Alps, remains a peaceful winter escape in March. With breathtaking views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau, it’s an excellent base for skiing or tranquil hiking. Drei Berge, designed by French creative Ramdane Rouhani, offers a cozy yet modern Alpine experience. Its thoughtful interiors and warm ambiance provide a welcome retreat after a day in the snow.

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March in Wengen, perched high in the Jungfrau region, offers some of the best late-season skiing and stunning views of the surrounding peaks. The newly opened Grand Hotel Belvedere redefines Alpine luxury with its sleek design and focus on thoughtful details. From the infinity pool overlooking the mountains to locally inspired dining, this hotel is the perfect base for both adventure and relaxation in one of Switzerland’s most picturesque villages.

March in Cape Town is a celebration of warm, late-summer days, perfect for exploring the city’s beaches, vineyards, and iconic Table Mountain. Gorgeous Georg, a contemporary townhouse in the city’s heart, offers an ideal base for enjoying its vibrant energy and cultural highlights. For those seeking tranquillity, Icaria is a serene escape with lush gardens and modern design, creating the perfect balance after a day of exploration.

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Vals offers a quiet and restorative escape in March, surrounded by snowy peaks and pristine landscapes. Renowned for its thermal baths, this tranquil destination invites relaxation and calm. Brücke 49, an intimate and design-focused guesthouse, combines curated interiors with genuine warmth and hospitality. With its close proximity to wellness experiences and scenic trails, it’s an exceptional choice for a peaceful Alpine getaway.

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Lech is a prime destination in February, offering pristine slopes, an inviting village atmosphere, and a reputation for culinary excellence. Skiers will appreciate its proximity to Austria’s famed Arlberg terrain, while those seeking relaxation will find plenty to enjoy off the slopes. Rote Wand stands out as a culinary destination, directly adjacent to the pistes, where inventive regional cuisine takes center stage. Its wellness facilities provide the perfect way to unwind after a day in the snow. Meanwhile, Hotel Schwarzwand offers an intimate and welcoming setting close to the village, ideal for relaxing evenings and scenic mountain views.

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February in Zermatt means perfectly groomed slopes, a lively après-ski culture, and views of the iconic Matterhorn. It’s an ideal winter getaway for those who love both action and atmosphere. CERVO Mountain Resort complements the dynamic energy of Zermatt with ski-in/ski-out convenience, outdoor hot tubs, and menus inspired by the region’s flavors. It’s a seamless base for days spent skiing and evenings spent soaking up the charm of this unique mountain village.

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Adelboden offers a quieter, more laid-back approach to Alpine life, perfect for those looking for wide-open ski trails and stunning mountain landscapes. This charming village delivers peaceful winter escapes, whether on the slopes or hiking nearby trails. The Cambrian provides modern comfort with its panoramic spa and inviting interiors that bring the mountains closer. For a more intimate experience, The Brecon balances contemporary design with the warmth of a traditional Alpine setting, making it an ideal spot to relax after days of exploration.

February may bring crisp weather to Antwerp, but the city remains as lively and inviting as ever. Its rich mix of art, history, and design makes it the perfect winter city break. After wandering its galleries and cobbled streets, retreat to August, a beautifully restored former convent that offers a serene escape. With its thoughtfully designed interiors, intimate spa, and a restaurant serving inventive takes on Belgian cuisine, August blends the city’s creative energy with an atmosphere of calm.

February in Franschhoek is defined by golden sunshine, vineyard views, and the joy of slow summer days. This culinary capital of South Africa is the ideal destination for food and wine lovers looking to savor the season. At Babylonstoren, every detail is designed to bring you closer to the land, from garden-to-table dining to serene cycling paths through the vineyards. It’s a place to feel the rhythm of Franschhoek’s effortless charm, whether exploring local wineries or simply unwinding by the pool.

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February in Bolzano offers a delightful contrast of seasons. With the snow-capped Dolomites as a backdrop, the city begins to welcome the first signs of spring, with palm trees swaying and birdsong filling the air. This cultural gem at the crossroads of Alpine and Mediterranean influences invites you to enjoy its medieval streets and nearby mountain trails. Parkhotel Mondschein blends historic charm with a contemporary touch, providing an ideal base for your stay. Adjacent to the hotel, the brand-new Luna Restaurant delivers Italian classics of the highest quality in an atmosphere of effortless elegance. Indulge in handmade pasta, fresh Adriatic fish, premium local meats, and seasonal vegetables picked straight from the hotel’s own garden.

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The Boutique & Design Hotel Volkshaus Basel stands as a beacon for the creative community with multiple tiers of artistic innovation. Designed by renowned architects Herzog & de Meuron, the hotel itself is an ode to art, preserving the building’s historical structure while offering a unique blend of luxury and minimalism. Contemporary art is integrated into its very essence, with collaborations with renowned galleries showcasing art collections, paintings, and large-scale sculptures.
A standout event at the property during at Art Basel is the Hotel Volkshaus “photo basel”, uniquely dedicated to art photography, making it a singular event in Switzerland.

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This immersive pop-up restaurant, terrace, bar, and club offers an exclusive series of events celebrating the fusion of cultures and contemporary art, all day and night.

From June 10-16, Bronx Bodega Basel invites you to Herzog & de Meuron’s landmark along the Rhine Riviera for an immersive culinary experience during Art Basel 2024. Organized by creative agency Villa Nomad, Bronx Bodega Basel brings a taste of New York to Switzerland. This dynamic pop-up restaurant immerses visitors in a vibrant fusion of culture and culinary wonders. Dive into a culinary adventure featuring Turkish-inspired dishes by Elif Oskan, Bavarian specialties by Markus Stöckle, and the authentic flavors from New York’s own Ghetto Gastro.

The experience is further enhanced with captivating NFT art projections and immersive installations, offering a sensory journey like no other.

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In a groundbreaking collaboration with Art Basel, We Are Ona presents an exquisite fusion of fine dining, art, and design from June 9-16 at Filter4, a former municipal water tank in Basel. Led by Japanese Chef Sayaka Sawaguchi and French artist Pierre Marie, this culinary experience promises to tantalize the senses, blending gastronomy with contemporary art.

Chef Sawaguchi, a recipient of the Green Michelin star, will curate a tasting menu focusing on the seasonality and freshness of vegetables. Her approach respects the natural flavors and textures of the ingredients, cooking them minimally to preserve their essence. As an official partner of Art Basel, We Are Ona adds a new dimension to the art fair, creating memorable moments that transcend the boundaries of taste and aesthetics.

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At Kunstmuseum Basel, visitors can explore captivating exhibitions that delve into the depths of art history and contemporary issues. Highlights include “Dedications in Light”, presenting luminous installations by American artist Dan Flavin, and “When We See Us”, which explores a century of Black Figuration in paintings by artists from Africa and its diaspora. These showcases offer profound insights into the human experience, allowing visitors to discover the intersection of art and culture.

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For the first time in its history, the Fondation Beyeler transforms its museum and park into an experimental presentation of contemporary art with “Cloud Chronicles” from May 19 to August 11, 2024. The exhibition features renowned artists like Michael Armitage, Marlene Dumas, and Tino Sehgal. Conceived as a “living organism,” the show evolves throughout its duration, integrating site-specific works and pieces from the museum’s collection. Organized in partnership with the LUMA Foundation, “Cloud Chronicles” promises a dynamic and immersive experience.

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The Vitra Design Museum invites visitors to explore two groundbreaking exhibitions during Art Basel 2024. “Science Fiction Design” delves into imaginative realms of design inspired by science fiction, while “Transform! Designing the Future of Energy” presents innovative solutions for a sustainable world. These compelling exhibitions place the intersection of design, technology, and imagination at center stage, showcasing a whole new world to visitors.

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Nestled high atop the majestic Plose Mountain, Anders Mountain Suites is a sanctuary that invites you to savor the beauty of the present moment. Offering seven thoughtfully designed suites, a cozy fireplace lounge, and a welcoming bar and restaurant, this retreat stands at 1,850 meters above sea level, providing an unparalleled connection to nature.

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Dolomites, Anders Mountain Suites offers an experience where contemporary comfort meets the splendor of the great outdoors. Each suite features floor-to-ceiling windows that frame awe-inspiring vistas of the Dolomites, with interiors that combine rustic charm with simple elegance.

Surrounded by pristine hiking trails and crystal-clear lakes, this retreat offers endless opportunities for exploration. After a day of adventure, return to your suite to unwind and take in the breathtaking scenery.

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Berlin’s latest showstopper hotel near the Brandenburg Gate offers visitors the chance to relish in the beauty of days gone by, timeless and classic, yet ever-present.

The Château Royal celebrates past and present – for locals and tourists alike – with its unique interior design that pays tribute to Berlin at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, with interiors of colourful marble, herringbone parquet, oak, nickel, and contemporary twists on the city’s bohemian style. Those staying over in one of the 93 individually-styled rooms spread across five floors can enjoy the art and charm attached to each.

But locals can also relish in the timeless beauty of the hotel by soaking in the sensational views, cocktails, and freshly baked pizzas on the rooftop terrace, diving into the warmth of the classic cocktail bar nestled in the interior, or settling down to delight in a splendid Mediterranean-inspired meal in the hotel’s restaurant.

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A culinary phenomenon born of open-fire cooking has not only graced the city through countless pop-ups but has also found its permanent residence in the vibrant Kreuzberg district.

Nestled within a captivating glasshouse venue, this culinary haven not only offers a breathtaking city view but also promises to captivate guests with its awe-inspiring architecture and interior. As you step inside, prepare to be enchanted not just by the stories woven by the flickering flames but also by the tantalizing flavors they conjure.

This restaurant pays a splendid homage to the elemental power of fire. Here, guests embark on a gastronomic journey like no other, savoring dishes masterfully crafted through searing, sizzling, steaming, and scenting. Every bite is a harmonious symphony of fire and smoke, rekindling ancient methods of food preparation that yield complex and delightful flavors, igniting a renaissance for the modern palate.

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Art has always evoked feelings and raised questions, but this is taken to new levels by Devouring Lovers, a massive-site specific art installation at the Hamburger Bahnhof by Spanish artist Eva Fàbregas.

Devouring Lovers, running until January 2024, expands the boundaries of conventional sculpture by presenting massive biomorphous pieces made of soft and malleable materials, which have become one with the main historical hall of the Hamburger Bahnhof itself, creeping out from the walls and ceiling and winding around the building’s metal structures like an alien tumour destined to become one with the architecture.

While the pieces themselves offer enough fuel for thought for an ever-questioning mind, some of the seventy sculptures are animated through slight vibrations and movements, adding life to a seemingly breathing organism, where art and the building it is housed in become one new entity that tells a story unlike any other.

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Julius, minimalist and informal with an open-plan kitchen that invites guests straight into the heart of the restaurant, serves creative dishes full of life and conversation for breakfast, brunch, and dinner.

The brother restaurant to Dylan Watson-Brawn and Spencer Christenson’s Michelin-starred Ernst Restaurant, Julius focuses on all-day coffee, wine, and pastries, but also charms with an 8- or 10-course tasting menu.

This unassuming gem celebrates local and seasonal excellence, with a weekly-changing menu that reflects the seasons and ingredients sourced from a small handful of local farmers and producers. The focus on excellence extends to the coffee, and beans are roasted in-house in small batches over fire before being hand-brewed for each guest. Whether visiting for food or drinks, Julius guarantees that everyone can enjoy a taste of the finer side of life.

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Ignited by the boundless passion of brothers Nicolas and Timothy Hagius, Hagius Fitness Studio is an electrifying fusion of fitness and well-being in Berlin. Their bespoke one-on-one training and small group classes dance to the rhythm of your body, offering exhilarating or tranquil workouts. From Kettlebell and Boxing to Circuit Training, Movement, Pilates, and Yoga, the choices are as diverse as your aspirations.

Yet, what sets Hagius on fire is its mesmerizing multisensory approach. Through the enchanting interplay of light, sound, and scent, they supercharge your brain, elevating your regeneration potential, all backed by cutting-edge neuroscience and sports science.

In the heart of Berlin, this marvelously restored 1902 gem, designed in collaboration with architects Pierre Jorge Gonzalez and Judith Haase, exudes an aura of tranquility amidst urban vibrancy. Hagius is a symphony of life’s equilibrium, a counterbalance to the sensory overload of modernity. It’s a fitness sanctuary, a manifestation of the Hagius brothers’ unwavering zeal and devotion.

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Being immersed in nature is only one breath (or short ride) away with the Raus cabins, located in a multitude of once-in-a-lifetime locations – nestled in the heart of a forest, on the edge of a field, or surrounded by wildflowers.

These unique cabins whisk you away into the wilderness, offering an intimate rendezvous with rural life, where time slows, and you can rediscover your soul, leaving behind the ceaseless buzz of the contemporary world.

Yet, the comforts of modernity remain close at hand, thoughtfully woven into these cabins. They cocoon you in sustainable luxury, boasting clever interiors, a sumptuous bedchamber setup, a contemporary kitchen adorned with every culinary instrument your heart desires (including a drip coffee machine), and an opulent bathroom where tranquility reigns.

For those chilly, starlit nights, romantic fireplaces flicker to life, while panoramic windows, adorned with discreet blinds for moments of intimacy, beckon you to bask in the sun’s tender embrace on the terrace. It’s the perfect setting for the ultimate escape, a voyage far from the clamor of the world.

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