Simply doing nothing. Consciously enjoying sweet idleness. This may not sound groundbreaking, but it has recently developed into a travel trend called “calmcation.” You might be asking yourself: “Do I really need to take a vacation solely for that?” Our answer: You should at least…

The classic Kaiserschmarrn recipe is a genuine Alpine original, an undisputed guest favorite, and a cultural icon. There are countless variations, ranging from classic and traditional to fine dining. The South Tyrolean ALDER Lodge RITTEN, for example, adds three special ingredients to the recipe.

If you travel often, then you are familiar with the pleasant luxury of large, professionally run hotels—spacious lobbies, room service, and efficient anonymity. Do you sometimes long for a place where people greet you by name? A place where the same friendly host family welcomes…

One last Zoom call, close the laptop, take a deep breath – the workday is over. Now you’re looking forward to a visit to the spa, maybe a sauna, and a few laps in the pool. Or you could use the rest of the day…

Hiking offers relaxation, exercise, and a connection with nature. It allows you to enjoy sweeping views of the landscape and discover plants and wildlife up close. But how do we protect nature from ourselves? Litter and careless behavior by hikers are causing problems in many…