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Dear friend of Austria,                                                     

We are back with the second and final part of the Austria Hotel Collection - today heading out of the cities and into the countryside, featuring properties in the SalzburgerLand region, Tirol, Carinthia, and Vorarlberg, taking you to family-run places with stunning lakeside views and alpine vistas as well as amazing wellness and culinary experiences. Each region promises unique experiences and high standards of Austrian hospitality. 

Warmly,

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Naturhotel Forsthofgut: The history of the Forsthof estate goes back more than 400 years: In 1617 the Forsthof wasn't a five star hotel, but a simple forestry business and farm. Today, Christoph Schmuck runs the hotel in the fifth generation. Nature and its healing qualities guide the daily operations at Forsthofgut. The incredible surroundings of Leogang in SalzburgerLand are more than appropriate for the self-proclaimed "Nature Hotel." The focus lies on traditions and consciously experiencing special moments.The waldSPA Lakehouse is a haven, natural light and pale woods creating a warm and calm ambience. A standout feature is the onsen-style pool complemented by an authentic onsen washing area where traditional cleansing rituals are observed. Guests can take part in a special project run by the hotel and plant a tree on the expansive grounds. Choose the perfect place for your tree yourself and dig the hole in the ground. Don't forget to take a photo with your new "family member"! 

DAS EDELWEISS - Salzburg Mountain Resort: You can expect luxury, exceptional hospitality, and pure relaxation at DAS EDELWEISS Salzburg Mountain Resort, a 5-star family-led haven nestled in the Grossarl Valley. The 7000 m2 / 7.500 sq-ft Mountain Spa, featuring several saunas, indoor and outdoor pools, and diverse treatment options, offers the ultimate wellness experience. Guests can also test-drive one of the latest Mercedes Benz cars and take a tour through the picturesque Grossarl Valley renowned for its abundance of mountain huts with breathtaking views of the surrounding Hohe Tauern mountain range. A true culinary delight to experience at one of these huts is a so-called “Brettljause”, a traditional platter featuring homemade products from the farmers of the valley.

     

Das Central - Alpine. Luxury. Life: Right in the centre of the resort town Sölden, Das Central is one of Austria's leading gourmet hotels and offers an unrivaled wellness highlight above the rooftops of the town with the new Summit Spa. The award winning restaurant and wine cellar with over 30,000 bottles of exquisite wines ensure culinary delights at the highest level. The restaurant ice Q at 10.000 feet elevation right next to the James Bond adventure world 007 ELEMENTS belongs to the hotel as well and definitely is a must-do during a visit! The ice Q was one of the shooting locations for Spectre in 2015 and the in-mountain cinematic installation 007 ELEMENTS offers fantastic and spectacular insights into the world of Britain's most famous secret agent, James Bond.

Stanglwirt - Green Spa Resort: The Hotel Stanglwirt was first recorded as an inn over 400 years ago. The comfort and wellbeing of guests has been in the hands of the Hauser family since 1722 - although the former rustic inn has since been transformed into a luxurious hotel in the natural surroundings of the Tirolean mountains: The Wilder Kaiser mountain range provides a dramatic backdrop to the exclusive property and offers hikers pristine nature, plenty of wildlife and, for those with a sharp eye, perhaps even wild blueberries and sweet alpine raspberries along the way. 

A-ROSA Hotel Kitzbühel: Nestled within a historic castle, the resort effortlessly blends Alpine tradition with top-tier amenities. Whether you are an active kind of traveller or prefer a more leisurely pace, this resort offers an endless number of activities right at your doorstep. Choose from a network 800 miles of walking and hiking trails in the area, a golf course, tennis courts, and lake Schwarzsee for water activities. Kitzbühel's historic and fashionable city centre is just a short walk from the resort. In Austria's only SENSAI Lounge, guests can indulge in exclusive beauty treatments. Originating from Japan, the method emphasizes a holistic approach to skincare, combining traditional Japanese beauty rituals with modern innovations to enhance the overall health and appearance of the skin.

AQUA DOME - Tirol Therme Längenfeld: Imagine floating weightlessly in a large outdoor pool with a view of the sun setting behind the snowy mountain peaks...AQUA DOME in the heart of Tirol's Ötztal valley, is a glittering wellness oasis featuring spacious indoor and outdoor pools, 14 different saunas, and a spa treatment world. Tirol's biggest spa prides itself on its three futuristic floating bowl pools, each of which offers a special highlight: invigorating massage bowl, soothing sulphur bowl, or brine bowl with underwater music and light effects. The priceless combination of the state-of-the-art spa and the breathtaking Alpine landscape makes the AQUA DOME perfect for a romantic getaway or a relaxed family holiday. It is highly recommended to take part in one of the hotel's daily guided hikes and explore the surrounding mountains.

   

Mountain Resort Feuerberg: Nestled at 5,800 ft above the scenic valleys and lakes of Carinthia, Mountain Resort Feuerberg offers a serene escape amidst ancient forests. They offer an expansive wellness sanctuary, boasting a natural bathing lake, an award-winning infinity pool, and a multitude of relaxation amenities, including 10 pools, 11 saunas, and 16 relaxation oases. Culinary excellence is paramount at the resort, with a diverse array of refined yet authentic dishes sourced from local farms, and you will encounter hosts deeply committed to hospitality, representing a family legacy spanning over 100 years. 
Guests can take part in the resort's varied programs, such as forest bathing, guided hikes and bike tours. The "Spirit on the Mountain" program offers yoga, meditation, qigong, sound baths and much more. Children can partake in horse riding and adventure weeks during the summer months.

Hotel GUT Trattlerhof & Chalets: "I feel GUT" ("I feel GOOD") has been Trattlerhof's philosophy since 1642. At this romantic 4-star hotel you will experience traditional hospitality with a modern twist, a rustic manor with a fresh, modern flair. The hotel is located in the charming resort town of Bad Kleinkirchheim (ski trivia: Bad Kleinkirchheim is the hometown of Franz Klammer, legendary downhill racer who won the 1976 Olympics downhill in Innsbruck), only 500 feet from the nearest ski lift, with direct access to the bike and hiking trails and only a few minutes away from the local thermal baths. The spacious "Wald-Wellness"-SPA offers bathing and sauna experiences with indoor & outdoor areas. The Forstnig family has been closely connected with the Trattlerhof for 140 years. Jakob Forstnig recommends a candle-light dinner at the mountain inn "Trattlers Einkehr", or exploring the Nockberge National Park.

   

Burg Hotel Lech: Nestled amid green meadows with stunning mountain views in the Lech Zürs am Arlberg region, this family-run hotel is a haven for nature lovers, gourmets, and oenophiles (their wine cellar has an extraordinary selection, including some exceptional vintages.) The Lucian family has been running the property for 60 years, with what started as a small milk bar offering refreshments to skiers on the slopes. Gradually expanding, it transformed into an inn and eventually turned into the esteemed Alpine retreat it is today. Guests can explore the culinary heritage of the family and the region by joining a Cheese Spätzle cooking class at the renowned Kriegeralpe mountain hut, featuring Grandma Helga Lucian's cherished family recipe.

Hotel Gotthard: Not far from the Burg, this Alpine retreat in the picturesque village of Lech combines luxury with authenticity. The hotel's OMES World of Delights features home-brewed beer, homemade gin, local Alpine bacon and runs their own bakery and confectionery. Hotel Gotthard stands as a testament to the enduring hospitality legacy of the Walch family, now spanning three generations. The journey began in 1931 when Filomena Walch opened a small bakery and a charming guesthouse featuring eight beds. To maximize your summer holiday experience, the Lech Card comes highly recommended – a ticket that grants you free access or discounted rates for mountain railways, cable cars, golf courses, Sky Space Lech, and other attractions in the area.