Thermal heritage as a foundation for excellence
In France, Les Prés d’Eugénie draws on thermal springs whose healing properties have attracted visitors since the 19th century, including Empress Eugénie. In Switzerland, Grand Resort Bad Ragaz continues a long-standing thermal tradition, combining its historic bathing heritage with modern wellness therapies and an integrated medical centre.
Wellness architecture at scale
In Germany, Schloss Elmau brings together six distinct spas across two luxury hotels in the Bavarian Alps, alongside nine restaurants and a wide range of wellness experiences. In Italy, Lefay Resort & Spa Dolomiti offers a 5,000-square-metre spa journey structured around its proprietary Lefay SPA Method, combining elements of traditional Chinese medicine with Western science.
Local heritage in service of wellness
In Mexico, Chablé Yucatán places a natural cenote, sacred to the ancient Maya, at the heart of its spa experience. Treatments combine international wellness therapies with locally rooted practices, including traditional Maya massage and the temazcal ritual.
Together, these five properties illustrate a broader evolution in luxury hospitality: wellness is no longer defined by facilities alone, but increasingly by a strong sense of place, cultural heritage and a holistic approach to the guest experience.
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