LUXURY TRAVEL 29
Ultima Crans Montana
For accommodation , Blue Skies Lifestyle recommends Chalet Couttet , a contemporary haven with breathtaking , dramatic views of Mont Blanc and the surrounding peaks of the Chamonix valley , as well as extensive wellness facilities like a hammam , a gym , treatment rooms , an outdoor swimming pool and more .
Summer at Chalet Couttet Winter at Chalet Couttet
ULTIMA CRANS MONTANA , CRANS MONTANA , SWITZERLAND
In the heart of the Alps , Crans Montana , Switzerland is renowned for its pristine air , sunshine-filled days and serene mountainous beauty . Winter highlights at this destination include down-hill skiing , snow shoeing , cross-country skiing and restorative spa experiences .
Relaxing summer activities offer a choice of paddleboarding , surfing at Alaia Bay and wood carving . Visitors can enjoy guided culinary walks and cheese tasting sessions , or wellness activities like outdoor yoga , breathwork sessions and sound baths .
Blue Skies Lifestyle highlights properties like the Ultima Crans Montana to stay , with a 1,000m ² spa , outdoor pool , sauna , fitness room and relaxation area , or the ultraluxury Six Senses Crans Montana , with a 2,000m ² spa with heated rooftop and indoor pools , saunas and a recovery lounge .
Summer at Ultima Crans Montana Winter at Ultima Crans Montana
CHALET JULISAM , LEOGANG , AUSTRIA
For carbon-free calm , Leogang , Austria in the Salzburg region offers unparalleled and unspoiled natural surroundings . In summer , visitors can immerse themselves in a host of nature-focused activities like forest bathing , sunset hikes and invigorating outdoor fitness trails . In winter , activities like skiing , hiking with alpacas and panoramic winter walks are popular pastimes .
For the ultimate base , Blue Skies Lifestyle recommends Chalet Julisam — a luxurious , CO2-free retreat . With a 1,000m ² wellness area , it features a 14m indoor pool with a waterfall , indoor and outdoor hot tubs , a sauna and a high-tech gym . Guests can unwind by the atrium fire pit , water vapour fireplaces , or on the spacious balconies and terraces .
The chalet offers a cinema room , table football , a Yamaha selfplaying grand piano and a children ’ s playroom , indoor rock climbing , an outdoor play area and a small football pitch .
Summer at Chalet Julisam Winter at Chalet Julisam
ISSUE 69 2025 THE ART OF LUXURY