On the edge of the Fanes-Sennes-Prags Nature Park, difficult exposed climbing sections provide an adrenaline hit along the way. Admission to the challenge is also included in the stay, with those who successfully complete the challenge earning a place on the challenge’s Wall of Fame and receiving a trophy to mark their status as an Alta Badia Mountaineer.
Also, for sports enthusiasts, Rosa Alpina will offer their six-night Extreme Mountain Sports Retreat once again this season, enabling guests to unearth the dramatic valleys and majestic peaks surrounding the hotel on foot, bike, or by climbing their vertical walls.
The challenging retreat includes a daily morning yoga or stretching class, and a daily extreme fitness activity led by an expert instructor, from high-altitude uphill Sky Running to mountain biking experiences. Accommodation, full-board and four 60-minute spa treatments in the hotel’s exceptional spa are also included.
Amanruya, Turkey
In a quiet valley on Turkey’s Bodrum Peninsula, Amanruya overlooks a secluded stretch of pebble beach and is engulfed by a verdant forest reserve. Reopening for the season on 1 April 2022, and inspired by the region’s traditional architecture, the resort’s freestanding Pavilions each offer their own private garden and swimming pool.
New this season, the resort sees its bar and restaurant scene further enhanced. The exclusive Beach Club is home to a new bar where guests can enjoy a theatrical show from skilled mixologists, while the Poolside Bar has received a design refresh and the addition of a new cigar collection, perfect for after-dinner relaxation. The property also welcomes a new restaurant, Sushi by Amanruya, which will serve freshly prepared, Japanese-inspired cuisine.
Guests will have a choice of indoor seating at the sushi bar or al fresco dining surrounded by the resort’s lush greenery, with dishes including hot crispy tempura, temaki (hand rolled) sushi and sashimi. Amanruya has also announced that it will partner with several boutique wineries from the surrounding region this season. Throughout June and July, they will visit Amanruya to showcase their wines by hosting themed dinners with exceptional wine pairings.
For those seeking a stay oriented around wellness, the resort’s yoga and Pilates studio will be additionally equipped for Gravity Yoga and Reformer Pilates with expert trainers on hand to support each guest’s training programme throughout the season.
To discover the region, guests can now visit the town of Dalyan, with a new excursion to the archaeological ruins of the ancient city of Kaunos offering an insight into the country’s history. The charming coastal town is also home to a sea turtle research and rehabilitation centre, where guests can learn about the endangered local species of the loggerhead sea turtle, supporting conservation efforts.
Guests will also be invited to reconnect with the natural world, with the introduction of new itineraries on board the resort’s wooden motor yacht. Trips across the bay will now stop at two islands – the first of which, Küçük Tavşan Adası (Little Rabbit Island), known for its large population of small rabbits, and the second, Mercan Adası (Red Coral Island) named after the distinctive colour of its rocks and stone cliffs.
Amanjena, Morocco
Surrounded by palm and olive trees, Amanjena is a tranquil retreat located near the fabled city of Marrakech. Moorish heritage is reflected throughout the pisé-walled resort, which has 40 guest Pavilions and Maisons, each echoing the style of a sultan’s palace.
