Relaxed

5 places of absolute peace and relaxation

If you have a busy career, you need regular time out to recuperate. Women in particular, who often manage a family life alongside their professional life, often forget about themselves. Breaks in between are important to recharge your batteries. For everyday life, Christa Sieder, a psychotherapist in training under supervision, recommends: "Regular relaxation is important for our well-being and our health. Just a few calm, conscious breaths can help you do this. Try to close your eyes and consciously relax your forehead, lower jaw and shoulders. Constant tension can also lead to health problems such as sleep disorders. It can help to write down stressful and recurring thoughts and discuss them with trusted people or in therapy."

If you are looking for deep relaxation during a vacation or a longer break, you should make sure that there are as few distractions as possible when choosing a destination. Peace and quiet replace the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Adults-only hotels and resorts in secluded locations with plenty of privacy have proven to be ideal for this. And if you stay close by, you avoid any travel stress from the outset. Incidentally, it has been proven that several short breaks are more relaxing than a single longer vacation. So why not simply visit all the hotels on this list? Here are the tips from the editorial team:



Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa, Murquab/Dubai

Sitting in the private pool, your gaze falls on the desert dunes. A herd of camels passes by in the distance. You determine the rhythm of the day - and the course of the sun. All around: silence. Guests sleep in one of a maximum of 42 suites. These are equipped with every conceivable luxury. There is a restaurant, round-the-clock butler service and a spa. The bustling city of Dubai is around 45 kilometers away. www.marriott.com


Lanserhof Sylt, Sylt/Germany

This resort should be on everyone's radar if they are looking for medical wellness, innovative vitality medicine and individual therapies. The Lanserhof Group's new health resort is set to open in summer 2021 on the former officers' quarters in the municipality of List on Sylt. The conditions for deep relaxation are ideal: the hotel is nestled in the island's natural surroundings, far away from the hustle and bustle. Added to this is the exceptional climate of the North Sea and the renowned LANS Med Concept. www.lanserhof.com


SHA Wellness Clinic, Alicante/Spain

Donna Karan and Kylie Minogue have already treated themselves to a break in the modern wellness complex on the Mediterranean. No wonder, the location speaks volumes: the surroundings are peaceful, the Sierra Helada nature park is right next door and the view is of the sea. And the climate is excellent anyway. Holistic treatments designed to improve fitness, nutrition, sleep, weight and mental performance help to promote well-being, health and relaxation. www.shawellnessclinic.com


COMO Castello Del Nero, Tuscany/Italy

The COMO Castello Del Nero occupies a 300-hectare historic estate in the Chianti wine region. As a result, it is surrounded by nature. The beautiful 12th century castle not only has a Michelin-starred restaurant, but will also be home to a new 1,000 square meter wellness center from June 2021. The wellbeing concept comes directly from the COMO Shambhala Estate in Bali, which is often referred to as the "Queen of Spas". www.comohotels.com


Six Senses Duoro Valley, Samodães/Portugal

Since 2007, one of the five European outlets of the luxury hotel group, which is particularly famous for its wellness program, has been located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage region and overlooks the Duoro River. Here you can not only wander through nature for hours, but also treat yourself to a wine tasting or two. Especially nice: simply take a seat in front of one of the huge panoramic windows, gaze into the distance and let your mind wander. www.sixsenses.com



Text: Claudia Hilmbauer