The Art of Luxury Issue 39 2019 | Page 17

TRAVEL & RESORTS Re-energise in the relaxation area around the Snow Atrium which lies at the core of the spa and floods the 23-metre pool area in swathes of sunlight during the summer months. Visit the vitality bar for a daily selection of delectable and revitalising snacks at any hour of the day. To ensure the ultimate rejuvenating experience, take advantage of Aurelio Spa’s tempting treatment menu. From classical, medical and deep tissue massages, to facials and body scrubs, or peeling and packing treatments; Hotel Aurelio invites guests to de-stress far away into an oasis of tranquillity. While mornings and afternoons are spent in the spa, guests can spend days outside embracing the Austrian Alps; from sunrise hikes to the summit, and Nordic walking to the gurgling Lech brook, to mountain biking through blooming pastures and yoga in the forests emerald lakes, Lech is the destination for the summer. Famed for their exceptional cuisine, Aurelio’s award-winning chefs Christian Rescher and Markus Niederwanger having been Gault Millau with 3 Hauben (17pts) will be hosting guests for a gastronomic stay like no other. Venture into the valleys to forage for locally grown ingredients before heading to the expansive kitchens in Chalet Mimi or the Aural Chalets. Discover which pine needles are used to create delicious cocktails and which mushrooms are picked to create their conceptual mushroom infused ice-cream. Learning techniques and curating bespoke menus from the top chefs, guests will leave Austria having been given a glimpse into the secrets of five-star cuisine. Issue 39 2019 The Art of Luxury 17