Best In Travel Magazine Issue 53 // 2018 // Discover Ski Resorts EXTRA

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A-ROSA Kitzbühe

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Discover the majesty of the Tirolean mountains! This unique part of the world is spectacularly beautiful all year round and boasts diversity like nowhere else. A-ROSA Kitzbühel sits nestled among the Alps and looks out on the Hahnenkamm and the Streif, two legendary icons of the renowned winter sports town. Throughout the year Kitzbühel's

sophisticated flair entices sports enthusiasts as well as those seeking rest and relaxation.

The A-ROSA resort is the perfect place to enjoy a holiday in the Alps for both body and soul... www.a-rosa-resorts.de/en/a-rosa/resortshotels/kitzbuehel/

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ALTAPURA

Amateur of a certain art of living, sensitive to beautiful things, you will be charmed by Altapura, 5star hotel. Generous volumes and elegant reminiscent of the panache of the grand palaces, a chic Nordic atmosphere, work around the nobility of wood and stone, Altapura displays its design style, playing contrasts between cozy atmosphere and festive atmosphere and cosmopolitan. From the sweet serenity of your room or the spa to the warm exchanges in restaurants, lounges or on the south-facing terrace, you live fully every moment. www.altapura.fr/#!hotel-valthorens/sejour-montagne

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ChAlet GRAnde CORniChe leS GetS Grande Corniche is an award winning luxury chalet offering the utmost in style and technology. Located in the beautiful resort of Les Gets in the vast “Portes du Soleil” ski area, you are a mere hour’s travel away from Geneva airport. The chalet is just a short drive away from the ski lis and charming resort centre in your chauffeur driven 4×4. This luxury chalet accommodates up to 12 adults and 3 children in 7 beautiful bedrooms. Each room is equipped with plasma screen TV and enjoys stunning views across the valley. On a clear day you can see the world famous Mont Blanc from the open plan dining and living area as well as from the master bedroom. www.consensiochalets.co.uk/luxury-ski/grande-corniche/

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COuntRy hOme PitzneR

Enjoy the view onto the whole massif of the Zugspitze of one of these exclusive apartments in one of the most beautiful area of Garmisch-Partenkirchen at the edge of Partenkirchen in the south of Bavaria. Experience the fantastic view of the whole mountain massif of the Weî…&#x;ersteingebirge with the Dreitorspitze over Alpspitze and Zugspitzmassif up to the Kramer at each season. The apartments have top comfort and stylish decoration as well as an exclusive country style, which helps you to forget the daily routine and oers you energy and recreation. Here, in Klein-Meran, it is sunny, even when it snows.

This is because of the south orientation of the Wank Mountain.

This is also a good starting point for all your excursions. www.landhaus-pitzner.de/index_en.php

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hotel antumalal Nestled in 5 hectares of private gardens on the Villarrica lake edge, Hotel Antumalal generates a sensation of unrivalled tranquility. All rooms, suites and Chalets have fireplaces and panoramic park and lake views. located in nature itself, the prized Spa Antumaco offers massages and therapies. restaurant Parque Antumalal incorporates fresh produce from the onsite vegetable garden creating dishes that combine tradition with innovation.

Antumalal means "Corral of the Sun" in the indigenous Mapudungun language, a name that brings to life the radiant sunsets that are framed in the panoramic windows of the hotel. It is the arquitecture, design, personalized service and priviledged location that make Antumalal “Simply an Experience”. www.antumalal.com/en-gb

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hotel Fis Jasná

Welcome to the highest situated hotel in the ski resort of jasna 1220 m above sea level. Our hotel offers exceptional holiday all year. In the winter we have a unique position with its araction for all winter sports fans. From our ski room it is only 20 m distance direcetly to Chopok jasna – lukova ski li. during the summer you seduced hiking trails low Tatras, where we welcome picnic package full of goodies. www.fisjasna.sk/lang/en/

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llao llao hotel & resort

llao llao resort, golf-Spa is the most exclusive resort in Argentine Patagonia. Our 5 star resort in Bariloche oers Studios and Suites with incredible views of lakes, forests and mountains. A magniďŹ cent indoor / outdoor pool, 18 holes of golf, an amazing Spa and activities for adults and children, are some of the services available. llaollao.com/en/

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Originally inspired by the Art Nouveau movement that characterizes its architecture, Cristallo, A Luxury Collection Resort & Spa overlooks the storied mountain village of Cortina d’Ampezzo. Nestled within the soaring peaks of the dramatic Dolomites range,

reminiscent of a jewelled coronet, the resort is surrounded by alpine valleys and oers a venerable array of pastimes through its seamless adaptation between winter and summer seasons. www.cristallo.it

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GARmiSChPARtenKiRCh By interlinking the three mountains, Hausberg, Kreuzeck and Alpspitze, a diverse ski area encompassing 40 kilometres of pistes and four downhill runs with artificial snow making facilities has been created. Families and less experienced skiers feel well at home on the predominantly easy to moderate slopes. Young skiers can learn the basics at the “Kinderland” next to the top station of the Hausbergbahn cable car. Challenges for skiers of all abilities can be found just below the Alpspitze Peak on fabulous slopes just above the tree line – against one of the most beautiful backdrops to be found in the northern Alps. zugspitze.de/en/winter/skiarea/garmisch-classic

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Overlooking the Havsdalen ski slopes, this upscale, ski-in/skiout resort is 4 km from the Geilo ski area and 16 km from the 13thcentury Hol gamle kyrkje church.

Featuring wood floors, the elegant 2- to 8-bedroom apartments have kitchens and dining/siing areas with fireplaces; upgraded units offer saunas, bunk beds and/or multiple bathrooms. Amenities include garage parking, a gym, a sauna and a steam room. The indoor pool is surrounded by dry stone walls, floor-to-ceiling windows and a siing area with a fireplace. There’s also a lounge and a coffee bar. www.havsdalsgrenda.no/en/

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Bighorn revelstoke

Bighorn is unique. It has been voted 'World's Best Ski Chalet' at the World Ski Awards for the past 4 years. This remarkable mountain home delivers a blend of luxury and adventure without equal. www.bighornrevelstoke.com

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BUUSTAMONS FjällgÅrd

Buustamon is situated just at the tree line in Ullådalen, 732 meters above sea level, halfway up Åreskutan and enjoys fantastic mountain scenery around the corner. This golden spot offers full service and an amazing welcome for you who like it personal and an “at home” feeling, far away from the every-day stress. Wintertime we don’t even have a proper road to drive up to us, but we will pick you up with our tracked vehicle with scooter.

Our true passion lies in good food and tasteful drinks, to the point that we actually have our very own distillery in the basement. We make our own vodka here, from real mountain water from our own well, and flavor it with herbs and spices from the region. The result is the best tasting schnappses in Sweden. No stone is left unturned, all we await now is a visit from you. www.buustamonsfjallgard.se/en/om

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hOtel ARt&SPA zAKOPAne

Hotel ART & SPA (former Villa Marilor) is a four-star hotel located in the very center of Zakopane. Our unique interiors and professional service guarantee a great holiday in the mountains. We oer spacious and comfortably furnished rooms, a modern Spa & Wellness area , air-conditioned conference rooms , a restaurant serving European cuisine and a cozy

cafĂŠ. Zakopane is an ideal place where you can spend your holiday, weekend or organize a special occasion . Sedre cordially invite you to the Zakopane Art & Spa Hotel. www.artandspa.pl

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hOtel bAniA theRmAl & SKi The Bania Hotel **** Thermal and Ski is located at the foot of the greatest ski resort in Poland and it’s connected with thermal pools. Behind your windows, there is a stunning panorama of High Tatras, Pieniny Mountains or the ski slope – aractive view point both in the winter and in the summer. hotelbania.pl/en

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hOtel StAudACheRhOf

Revitalising and active. A sense of wellbeing and relaxation.

Savour and indulge. Feel truly alive. Vital living has so many facets. And can be experienced in so many different places.

Staudacherhof is one of them – a genuinely special place for you to experience vitality. Staudacherhof is like many different places in one. it combines them all into an enriching whole. Whatever you may be searching for, you will find it here. A place where nature is unbelievably impressive.

Personal warmth that redefines hospitality. Culinary delights that are worthy of the distinction “unparalleled”. Relaxation that touches all your senses. Leave your everyday worries behind. Whilst staying here, you can do it all. Every minute.

Every day. Relax. Laugh. Live. Hospitality runs in our family. it is a tradition, and it comes naturally to us. www.staudacherhof.de/en

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KOtelniCA biAlCzAńSKA The Kotelnica Białaczańska Ski Resort is the largest ski station located in Podhale. Kotelnica has a great location in the heart of Białka Tatrzańska. it is a great choice for those who are just learning to ski or snowboard, as well as for advanced enthusiasts of these sports. it has 14 km of slopes of varying degrees of difficulty, from mild slopes to routes with the approval of the international Ski Federation FiS. Skiing runners will also find something for themselves, for which several kilometers of cross-country trails are prepared. The resort is located, among others ski school, rental and service of ski and snowboard equipment. The highlander climate can be felt in one of several regional taverns. /bialkatatrzanska.pl

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LE CHALET ZANN Nestled in the French Alps, in the famous winter sports village of Megève, Le Chalet Zannier is an exceptional 5-star boutique hotel comprising 3 authentic alpine-style chalets to oer a truly luxurious experience. The welcome is personal and the accommodation sumptuous. www.zannierhotels.com/lechalet/en

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Nermo is a family-run hotel with long traditions. For over 100 years, travelers have searched here. Johannes Nermo is the fih generation. Together with his wife, Susan, he leads the legacy. Both royals, heads of state, leadership groups and families appreciate Nermo's hospitality, homemade food and good beds. With 31 unique rooms, 53 rental apartments, Scandinavia's only 18-hole puing track and proximity to Haell and Lillehammer, Nermo is a great place to be. nermohotell.no

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RAdiSSOn blu ReSORt tRySil

Perfectly situated at the foot of the mountain, the Radisson Blu Resort, Trysil offers the ultimate upscale getaway for outdoor enthusiasts.

Norway’s largest ski destination in Trysil provides 29 lis, 67 slopes and 100 kilometers of crosscountry tracks. Enjoy alpine skiing, cross-country, snowboarding and dog sledding during winter; and come back in the summer for biking, hiking, golf, raing and horseback riding. www.radissonblu.com/en/resort-trysil

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ROSA KHUTOR The high quality of grooming on the trails and Europe’s biggest artiďŹ cial snow system guarantee high-quality snow and a longlasting ski season. Enjoy an incredible skiing experience on the Rosa Khutor's slopes, while sightseeing surrounded by majestic mountains and forests! en.rosaski.com/ride

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Ruka fell's newest and most magniďŹ cent chalet hotel with comprehensive services. Ruka Ski Chalets has the best location right in the heart of the skislope centre. Accommodation in the spacious chalets with a sauna is luxurious, comfortable and enjoyable. in all our apartments is fully equipped kitchen, bathroom with sauna, toilet and balcony. Up-to-date entertainment electronics, Wi-Fi, drying cupboard and washing machine contribute to the comfort of living. A separate storage in the common area of the hotel to store things like the skiing equipment is included to the apartment. Apartments have a great views to courtyard, slopes or Ruka village. www.ruka.fi/en/ruka-ski-chalets

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RUKAN SALONKi

The Chalets provide you high quality facilities for meetings, meals and accommodation in the middle of Lappish nature. There are thirteen robust deadwood chalets which are set in the wilderness by the Lake Salonkijärvi. in the area there are huts and lean-tos of different sizes and own pond where you can swim and fish both in summer and in winter. Rukan Salonki area also features a frisbeegolf course and in winter, a fun donuttobogganing hill! Snowshoes are available for guests at request for a small fee. We can also arrange various nature activities in the area and at request, snowmobile and husky safaris can be arranged to begin from the chalets. rukansalonki.fi/en

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SAint hubeRtuS ReSORt luxuRy hOtel & SPA

We offer spacious apartments from 60 to 120 square meters, all different from each other, decorated and furnished to the smallest detail: stone fireplaces in the living room, Hi-tech kitchen, marble bathrooms, carved sinks. With a distinct aention to minimum details. Everything here speaks of nature, tranquility and harmony, as in the environment: water from the springs that surround the Resort, warm wood from our pine

forest, which you can see from very window.

Finally, the stone and slate that silently surround us like the Alps and the her majesty the Maerhorn, silent and assuring. www.sainthubertusresort.it/en/home-en/

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Whether sailing on the glorious catamaran that the Barbinis had custom built by the illustrious Sunreef Yachts, or relaxing amidst the cool verdant forests of the italian Alps, these retreats convey the true meaning of hospitality. The lodges came into being out of the Barbini’s passion for sharing with guests their love for authentic things, for pristine nature, for good food. in a way, they have remained true to their professional calling and continue to serve as “global ambassadors of the italian lifestyle.� www.sanlorenzolodges.com/en/

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Feel Kitzbühel. Experience Kitzbühel.

Nestled between the Kitzbüheler Horn and Hahnenkamm mountains, the region Kitzbühel features almost unlimited options for a fun and active stay. Kitzbühel is a synonym for passion, one that gives rise to an unmistakable way of life, as these mountains inspire adventures that beg to be experienced all year long!

Kitzbühel has more to offer. There are a range of other activities, such as tobogganing, winter hiking and snowshoe hiking, romantic horse-drawn sleigh rides or simply strolling through the picturesque town centre, which offer a welcome alternative for those who haven’t come to the “Gamsstadt” of Kitzbühel simply for the skiing. The “Gamsstadt” is an enchanting place, featuring a medieval city centre that is both cosmopolitan and conscious of tradition. You can enjoy typical Tirolean hospitality in the alleys of the old town, which dates back over 700 years. The culinary offerings range from rustic local fare to international haute cuisine.

The legend in the Alps. The most legendary city of sports in the Alps is an attractive and multi-faceted destination for all seasons. In summer and winter alike, Kitzbühel boasts a unique charm and an unmistakable blend of tradition, legend and idyllic landscape.

120 years of successful skiing history. It was Franz Reisch who left the first tracks in the snow on the Kitzbüheler Horn in 1893, triggering a full-on skiing boom. Today, Kitzbühel stands for pure skiing pleasure, with powder runs, mogul slopes, steep northern faces and delightful sunny slopes. The 68 slopes featuring 179 kilometres of pistes offer something for skiers of all abilities. There are also 13 marked ski routes with a total length of 36 kilometres and enthralling options for freeriders.

A name. A concept. A legend. Streif! The most spectacular downhill run in the world can be used for hiking in summer and for skiing in winter. However, anyone wanting to follow in the footsteps of the world’s best skiers should be a very experienced skier themselves. The main sections of the Streif racing piste, such as the Mausefalle and Hausbergkante, are classified as “extremely difficult ski runs”.

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Hiking sets you free. Some call it walking or mountaineering, others call it hiking or trekking. We simply call it experiencing Kitzbühel! Feel the rhythm of nature, your mind conjures up adventures and these shall become reality – Kitzbühel, a unique source of motivation!

Grass-covered mountains are typical for Kitzbühel. Unlike the steep and craggy limestone mountains surrounding Kitzbühel, the grass mountains boast meadows and lush green mountain pastures – even above an altitude of 2,000 metres. In fact, the Geißstein is the highest grass-covered mountain in the Alps.

“Gentle mountainscape, the blossoming meadows, the crystal clear water and that really special, magical feeling in the air – this is summer in Kitzbühel!”

“When a new day dawns, the gentle natural landscape impresses.”

Hiking for connoisseurs. Kitzbühel guarantees incredibly beautiful panoramas, geological marvels, local specialites and culinary delights. Kitzbühel fascinates with variety – gentle grassy hills and craggy peaks, always against the imposing backdrop of the Wilder Kaiser, Hohe Tauern and Großglockner. The well-developed network of trails extends over more than 1,000 kilometres, with specially designated routes for all levels of difficulty.

People have always sought out natural idylls and spiritual sources where they can replenish their energies and find inspiration.

Kitzbühel offers these “silent paths” and spiritual places, where you have the chance to escape your hectic everyday life and recuperate in peace and quiet. Leave the hustle and bustle behind, take a deep breath and relax.

Kitzbühel is the perfect place to slow down, relax, refresh and get inspired, ready to write your own legend.

Start into the hiking season 2018 May, 31st to June, 3rd Spend your bank holiday weekend with us!

No matter whether you want to join our sunrise, summit, theme or legend hikes – hiking in Kitzbühel presents itself with particular highlights at the opening weekend. Explore the hiking opportunities at our Testival area and participate in the special programmes for the season start.

Particular highlights will be offered at the Hahnenkamm, the Kitzbüheler Horn and the Kitzbüheler Südberge. Get all information at www.kitzbuehel.com There is no doubt, Kitzbühel is worth a visit all year long, 365 days a year. The legendary Kitzbühel way of life awaits you!

Our team at Kitzbühel Tourismus will be pleased to assist you for your individual vacation planning via: servus@kitzbuehel.com or +43 (0)5356 66660.

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SChlOSS elmAu

Schloss Elmau is the perfect wintersports resort for anyone who wants to enjoy more than just great skiing, but also great concerts, spa facilities and restaurants in one of the best hotels of the world. Guests can use the ski service & rental services, private instructors and a free shuî…&#x;le to the best slopes between Zugspitze, Garmisch-Partenkirchen & Seefeld. www.schlosselmau.de/en/sporthotel/winter-sports/

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SKiAReál ŠPindl

Ski resort Špindlerův Mlýn. Paradise in the middle of the highest Czech mountains, the Giant Mountains.

The objective of thousands of skiers and snowboarders. www.skiareal.cz

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Hotel Skipass is the embodiment of warmth, cordiality and hospitality.

Modern image, comfort, friendliness and great culinary experiences are the characteristics of this family hotel, which oers its guests only the best. www.skipasshotel.si/home

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UTAN SKI lOdgE Straight below Åreskutan lies Skutan Ski lodge. The boat is an architecturally genuine timber house with exciting plan solutions and stunning views of the Åresjön and the mountains in the south and west. The house has a free secluded location 200m from the cable car (500m to the square and 800m to the train station) with close proximity to skiing, shopping, dining and entertainment. The house has a unique character, five meters of ceilings in the living room, of a high standard including three bathrooms, two kitchens, broadband, sauna and two fireplaces. The boat is perfect for several families, conference groups or high-end trips. The boat has a living space of 254 sqm with 16 beds divided into seven bedrooms (three of which have a double bed) and a sleeping lo. There are also three separate toilets, a sauna and a relaxation area as well as two TVs, of which 70 is in the conference room for image or movie viewing. The conference / playroom also has a table tennis table. Parking space is available for four cars and engine heater. skutanskilodge.com/

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vAl GARdenA Both traditional and cosmopolitan, Val Gardena oers all manner of sporting activities and a tempting variety of culinary delicacies. www.valgardena.it/en

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BLUE MORPHO JACKET THE LIGHT-REFLECTING HARDSHELL MADE FROM 2 BILLION GLASS SPHERES.

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We designed the Blue Morpho Jacket to recreate nature’s most brilliant solution to high visibility – the iridescent wings of the Blue Morpho buerfly. Each jacket has been engineered with lasers, resin and over 2 billion microscopic glass spheres to create a crazily reflective ski and snowboard jacket that can shi from ma blue to a bionic blue in a nanosecond.

The surface of the Blue Morpho Jacket acts like a mirror for whatever light conditions you’re out in. In sunlight it will shi from a deep ocean blue to shimmering metallic blue thanks to its entirely reflective glass face. While at night, headtorches, search lights or camera flashes transform it into a trippy, bionic-looking blue.

The fabric is smooth to the touch, but close up it has an industrial 3D look and each jacket has its own unique markings le in the resin and glass surface from its highly technical construction process. Built for snowsports the jacket is engineered to allow maximum range of motion and with room for your puffer or hoodie underneath. It’s fully seam-sealed and waterproofed, and features an ocean-racing style marine hood and super-high collar, which operate independently – so if you want your mouth and nose covered at high speed but your hood down, you can.

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in sunlight it looks like liquid metal -----The jacket acts like a mirror for whatever light conditions you’re out in. So while it’s a ma ocean blue in subdued light conditions, when you expose it to any bright light source or sunshine it transforms instantly into a shimmering metallic blue. If you’re out on the slopes in the sun, the surface and colour of the jacket will appear to shi and warp like you’re tripping. And if you shoot with the flash on in broad daylight, the surface

reverse engineering the Morpho buerfly Nature’s most stunning solution to high-visibility is the brilliant Blue Morpho buerfly. The microscopic scales that cover its wings reflect light to create an iridescent shimmering blue that’s constantly shiing colour and can be seen by pilots flying over the rainforest from a kilometre away. We’ve used highly reflective microscopic blue glass spheres on the surface of our jacket to mimic the microstructures on the surface of its wing, making it ultra-visible from long range.

How 2 billion glass spheres can mimic a wing There are over two billion microscopic blue glass spheres embedded in resin on the jacket’s surface, and over 40,000 in every single square centimetre, making them invisible to the naked eye. When light hits the jacket, it travels through the curved surface of these glass spheres and strikes the back of them, before being reflected straight back at the original light source so that the fabric looks like it’s emiing light.

at night you look bionic At night, with any kind of camera flash, torch or searchlight, you get the full bionic look as your face and body disappear and only the jacket remains. This photo uses no special effects other than a camera flash and water, and can be recreated by sticking your phone on flash mode.

The black dots and streaks are water droplets which temporarily prevent the glass beads reflecting light back at the camera. built with resin, glass and lasers Every element of our Blue Morpho Jacket is engineered with precision. As nothing sticks to the glass fabric we etched the logo out with lasers by removing a microscopically thin layer from its surface. All zippers are heavy duty, rubberised and waterproof. Two front pockets big enough for any maps and gloves are designed to be used while wearing a backpack. The shoulders and sleeves have been cut and shaped for extreme movement, and it’s designed to fit your puffer or hoodie underneath. www.vollebak.com/product/blue-morphojacket/

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CONDITION BLACK CERAMIC JACKET SURVIVES 120KMPH FALLS AND CAN SCAR ROCK.

The military elite have a term for your physical and mental state during life and death situations – moments in which your subconscious must choose between fight-or-flight.

They call it ‘condition black.’ The colour code for ‘you’re about to die.’ The Condition Black Ceramic Jacket is not only engineered to survive extreme 'condition black' experiences, but to help keep you alive in the aermath. Combining psychology from space missions with some of the most advanced material technology in existence, the jacket is more like a concept car than a traditional piece of clothing.

There are now only a few pieces in existence.

Built for indestructibility, the Condition Black Ceramic Jacket featuring ceraspace™ and nanosphere® is like bale armour for snow sports and adventure. It offers hardcore protection when you're pushing your limits in the mountains, backcountry or ice fields. It can be worn over any combination of baselayers and midlayers, or even with a packable down jacket beneath.

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So tough it can scar rock The Condition Black Ceramic Jacket is fied with 19 panels of ceraspace – a ceramic material so tough it can scar rock and tolerate repeated high-speed falls up to 120kmph.

Designed for the military, ceraspace is engineered in Switzerland by textile pioneers Schoeller. The only material in the world that’s tougher is diamonds.

nanotechnology so shell Our so shell is made with Schoeller’s WB-400 and combines a fleece inside and tough nylon face with a nanosphere coating. The nanotechnology finish gives the jacket a textured surface like a microscopic mountain range, so water runs off it and dirt doesn’t stick.

It’s 98% windproof, highly breathable, heat retaining, water repellent and fast drying.

each panel is cut by laser Each ceraspace panel is made from hundreds of 3D ceramic nodes set in a flexible skin, so the jacket moves with you. The panels are cut by laser and positioned by hand at predicted impact points to limit the chance of rips that would expose you to the elements. Every panel is breathable and water resistant.

instructions inspired by naSa Like the original Apollo 11 spacesuit, the Condition Black Ceramic Jacket is engineered to increase your chances of survival if something goes wrong. Inspired by the series of instructions printed on Armstrong’s lunar glove, the le arm of our jacket carries glow in the dark instructions for when your brain and body start shuing down and you’re simply too wasted to think.

limiting your heat loss ceraspace performs an entirely different role in extreme cold. Designed in a lab to withstand extreme temperatures, it has an incredibly low heat-up rate, which allows it to mimic human skin. However warm your body, the ceraspace stays as close to the cold outside air temperature as possible to minimise your heat loss. built for survival Two Survival Pockets on the upper chest help you focus on one of the most critical elements of survival: keeping your heart, lungs and vital arteries warm. Sliding your hands into the pockets and up over your shoulders puts you in the ideal foetal position to do this. The pockets fasten magnetically and are double-lined for warmth.

the origins of Condition black The military elite have a term for your physical and mental state during life and death situations – moments in which your subconscious has to choose between fight or flight. They call it ‘condition black.’ The colour code for ‘you’re about to die’. Each piece in the Condition Black range is designed to help you survive extreme experiences using insights from the field and advanced material technology.

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Chalet Planina Chalet Planina is a beautiful 3-4 bedroom Bohinj chalet sleeping up to 7 people just a few minutes drive from lake Bohinj one of Slovenia's most stunning natural treasures and in close proximity to quality skiing at Vogel and a huge range of river, lake & mountain adrenaline packed summer activities. located in a peaceful position in a quiet village of weekend chalets, the house overlooks a lovely terrace and garden with stunning views of the julian Alps and Slovenia's highest mountain - the iconic Triglav. The chalet has three bedrooms, additional aic sleeping area, large reception room, fully equipped kitchen entry room / cellar and two bathrooms.

Everything has been recently renovated and newly equipped to the highest standards with flat screen TV / satellite TV / dVd player among the many features as well as garden seating and barbeque. A fantastic base from which to explore Slovenia’s enchanting lakes region. www.thinkslovenia.com/holiday-rentals/chalet-planina

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Charming luxury lOdgE & PrIVATE SP

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Our residences have capacity for up to 9 guests and are comprised of a spacious living/dining room, private deck and 32â€? lCd TV with Home Theater. The kitchen is fully-equipped and includes a grill. The master suite is complete with a private spa which includes a Scoî…&#x;ish shower, Finnish shower with aroma color therapy, two-person jacuzzi with ozone therapy and towel warmer. The second bedroom has its own bathroom with a jacuzzi. A third bedroom for two also has its own bathroom. All this makes our residences the ideal getaway for families. charming-bariloche.com/en/

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CoPPerhill MOUNTAIN LODGE

Under the same roof, there are 112 rooms and suites with a total of 420 beds. There are six conference rooms for up to 500 people, an award-winning spa that is the best in Europe, and there is also a

restaurant, bar, ski rental, gym, activity programs and our own helipad. copperhill.se/en/

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gran term

HS Hoteles & resorts is a leading Chilean hotel and leisure company commied to incomparable excellence at each of its hotels and destinations, which include: gran Hotel Termas de Chillán; Pirimahuida lodge & Spa, in the las Trancas Valley; gran Hotel Isabel riquelme, in the city of Chillán; and Hostería lanalhue – all located in the Bio-Bio region, in Southern Chile. At HS, we are people serving people, and constantly strive to exceed your expectations. www.termaschillan.cl/invierno/en/gran-hotel-en/

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EL PrAHA The four-star grand Hotel Praha oers a perfect symbiosis of history and comfort. It is located on the King's road in a building dating back to the 14th century, and preserves the atmosphere of old Prague. Historical monuments, theatres, galleries and the main shopping boulevard are all just a few steps away. www.grandhotelpraha.cz/en/

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meliá royal tanau Boutique hotel At the foot of the slopes of Baqueira Beret, at Meliá royal Tanau you will find the ideal balance between sport and tranquillity. discover its welcoming rooms overlooking the Arán Valley. www.melia.com/en/hotels/spain/baqueiraberet/melia-royal-tanau-boutiquehotel/index.html

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meliá royal sol y nieve At Meliá Sol y Nieve, the rustic and the modern blend together in a warm atmosphere with stunning views of the mountains. You will be surprised by its wide range of après-ski activities. www.melia.com/en/hotels/spain/sierranevada/melia-sol-y-nieve/index.html

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Pan PaCiFiC Whistler mountainside

Be wowed by the stunning village or mountain views from this well-appointed, all-suite property that is located steps to both Blackcomb Excalibur and Whistler Village gondolas. Book a Mountain View suite and check out the li line-ups from the comfort of your suite! Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside is proud to be the fivetime winner of Canada’s Best Ski Hotel from the World Ski Awards, and is also once again on the list of the Top Ten resorts in Canada as voted by the 2017 Condé Nast readers' Choice Awards. Choose from studio, one- and two-bedroom suites that blend all of the thoughtful

touches you expect for a comfortable resort experience with a few delightful surprises like full kitchens, romantic fireplaces, and private balconies. With convenient access to a host of exciting activities in the vicinity, Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside promises a truly enjoyable getaway – whatever the season. www.panpacific.com/en/hotelsresorts/canada/whistler-mountainside.html

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RAMADA RESORT K

ramada resort Kranjska gora is located right next to the ski slope, at the foot of the ski paradise. Its nicely furnished rooms with a view over the beautiful alpine world will make your holidays comfortable and picturesque. Swimming in the glazed water park in the middle of the ski slope is an unforgeable experience, especially in the winter. Try out the unique offer of wellness services. The hotel is only a hundred metres away from the centre of Kranjska gora. 118 four-star rooms provide everything you need for a relaxed vacation –free Wi-Fi, shower/WC, cable TV and radio, mini bar and a direct phone line.

Hotel beds can also be separate. www.hit-alpinea.si/en/ramada-resort-kranjska-gora

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rixos krasnaya Polyana soChi

designed by one of the leading architects of the world, rixos Krasnaya Polyana Sochi is the first hotel of the rixos chain in russia. With 114 elegant rooms and a panoramic mountain view, exclusive restaurants, modern conference halls, high quality service and special aention to detail, everything has been created for the connoisseurs of sophisticated recreation on regal standards. The hotel’s crown jewel, the gorgeous rixos Spa, opens its doors to a world of true delight waiting to be explored. rixos Krasnaya Polyana Sochi is 960m above the sea level in the heart of gorky gorod, the first multi-branded world-class resort in russia and a centre for sports and cultural activities as well as a place of araction for people of all ages and interests all the year round. krasnayapolyanasochi.rixos.com/

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ROMANTIK HOTEL CHESA grISCHUNA Chesa grischuna is not only a cultural highlight and experience, but also a historic house in the heart of Klosters. during the Second World War, Chesa grischuna was one of the preferred hotels of the gIs, the American soldiers who returned for a holiday aer the war. Writers and personalities from the film industry also travelled to Klosters in the Chesa grischuna at that time. So the

hotel was soon affectionately called "Hollywood on the rocks". In the guestbook, a large number of well-known names and titles have been perpetuated up to the present day.

Queens, actors, directors, writers and many more. chesagrischuna.ch/en/welcome/

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The hotel is located in Imeretinskaya bay, on the ďŹ rst coastline near the Black Sea, near the Olympic Park. sportinnhotel.ru/en/

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summit lodge Boutique hotel

Summit lodge Boutique Hotel is located in the heart of Whistler Village. just steps from Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains. As a premier boutique hotel, our Whistler accommodations are second to none. Come enjoy a true Whistler experience. www.summitlodge.com/

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Washington sChool house

The Washington School House. An exclusive downtown Park City boutique hotel where you can expect… well, the unexpected. Built as a school in 1889, Washington School House has graduated to a new level of luxury. Twelve spectacular rooms/suites. Historic living space with 16 ceilings. roaring fire. Chic ski lounge. Heated pool terraced in the hillside. Wine, aspen trees, stars. You get the picture. School is out but the hotel team is in… providing unprecedented service for an unequaled experience. The Washington School House. Where old school is the new cool. www.washingtonschoolhouse.com

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