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Success Worldwide : Rock and Roll Vibes with a Laid Back vibe with Chiccheria Brand

Chiccheria Brand was founded in 2016 by german designer and fashion entrepreneur Joerg Beitzel and it stands for luxurious and cool streetwear fashion, accessories and leather goods. Mainly inspired by the lifestyle of the beach communities of southern California and the glam look of the west coast metropole Los Angeles, combined with the incredible elegance and quality of Italian tailoring. A brand that fits in nicely with our love of travel here at House of Coco magazine.

If you love the rock and roll lifestyle, this is the brand for you. Think rock vibes mixed with elegance and a fashionable twist and you won’t be far wrong. Joerg is constantly changing the mould and we love everything he does. Here, we chat to him to find out more about his plans for the brand and so much more..

Tell us about the journey that lead you to launching Chiccheria Brand…
I‘ve always liked the typical Los Angeles sunset strip rock style with vintage jeans, boots and flannel shirts. That means: street style but at with a luxurious touch. I’ve been an entrepreneur for almost 14 years: I used to develop sportswear and had a production company for TV and film. But at some point the time had come to focus completely on my own brand.

The brand is all about living a rock and roll lifestyle but still having a touch of luxury. Why do you think that is important?
Many of our customers identify with a rebellious rock’n’roll style but also like quality and exclusivity. That means: a key piece like a bandana is not available in cotton but in super fine Italian silk. So many of our items are designed in L.A. but produced in Italy by small luxury manufacturers, specialized in certain products for generations and therefore deliver inimitably good quality.
 I love that some of your clothes are inspired by California, why this destination?
California and especially Los Angeles is not only the place where most of the ideas for the collections come from and many of our key pieces are designed, but it is also the place where I always feel comfortable. I like the California lifestyle, the friendly people, the wideness of the country …

What are your plans for the brand in 2020?
Work hard to make the next collection better than the previous one. We also plan to launch our first shoe collection on the market in 2020 and are currently expanding our range of accessories.

Who’s your dream customer?
Every customer who is satisfied with our pieces is a dream customer.

Outside of the brand, what do you do for fun?
have to admit, I’m a sports junkie. 5 x per week gym, boxing, mountain biking. If I get too little activity, I become insufferable. And of course traveling: even though I travel a lot for work, I love to travel and discover new destinations.

Looking back, since launching the brand, is there anything you would do differently?
Every day consists of many decisions and it is inevitable that mistakes are made every day. As long as the number of right decisions exceeds the number of wrong decisions, that’s ok for me. I never worry about things that I can’t change anymore, I try to avoid mistakes in the future.

Our readers love to travel, what destination is at the top of your bucket list?
This year, Australia is at the top of my bucket list.
For any aspiring entrepreneurs wanting to launch in the fashion industry, what advice would you offer? Talent alone is not critical. In my opinion, stamina is at least as important as creativity. Reliability and hard work is also pretty helpful.

Find out more…
We are on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest and try to inform our followers promptly about new collections and products.

www.chiccheriabrand.com

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5 Tips to a Successful Fasnacht in Basel Switzerland

If you tend to associate the word ‘carnival’ with warm weather, palm trees, and Caribbean islands, it’s time to consider a few other options, especially if you happen to live in Europe. Every year, Basel welcomes over 100,000 tourists to Fasnacht in Basel Switzerland – Europe’s largest (historically) Protestant carnival. #TeamCoco’s travel and food writer, Eulanda Osagiede is sharing why Basel’s Fasnacht may be one of the few cold-weather carnivals to get you booking your ticket today.

Basel is located near the German border of Switzerland, hence their use of Swiss German as the national language. However, using English or French will serve visitors to the city sufficiently.

Fasnacht runs for three consecutive days the week after Ash Wednesday, commencing with the spectacular Morgensteich; where the lights of the city are replaced by the glow of beautifully designed lanterns. Thousands of masked performers carry these lanterns through the streets of Basel at the command of drum majors.

This year’s Fasnacht will be held the 3-5 March, so wrap up, put on your dancing shoes….better yet, your wellies since it’s likely to snow or rain.

Here are a few tips to help you get the most of Fasnacht:

1. Embrace the Confetti

Mounds of festive and colourful bits of paper are everywhere. In local tradition, the maskers that man the floats will shower onlookers with flowers, sweets, and plenty of confetti.

However, it’s not only thrown from floats, children and adults of all ages will surprise an unsuspecting onlooker with a generous handful on top of their head, or down the back of their jacket if they don’t move quickly enough.

It’s difficult to avoid, so don’t attempt to, because your efforts to do so will be laughable at most– trust me. When I returned home from three days of celebrations, my husband helped pick varying sizes of colourful bits from my hair for two days straight. I could have been a revamp of a life-sized 80’s doll. Push her button and confetti shoots from her head.

2. Learn to Dance in the Dark

If you’re attending Morgenstreich at 4 am on Monday (which I highly suggest you do), get ready to move your feet quickly as small processional groups (known as cliques) seemingly appear out of thin air throughout the alleys, passageways, and streets in the city.

It will be your job to move out of the way, so be ready with a few twirls here and there. You could be standing still in a passageway, mesmerised by one large group marching through the streets in their cliques, and the very next minute, you’re quickly moving out of the way for several small groups coming your way in varying directions. Brush off those moves, and get comfortable with dancing in the dark.

Make sure to have your cameras sans flash, as it distracts the masked performers.

3. Know Your Left from Your Right

One fascinating aspect of Fasnacht is the array of heavily satirised political messages displayed on floats, props, and lanterns.

Even if you’re not fluent in the Basel dialect that most Fasnacht signage is written in, it’s quite easy to ascertain the humour, irony, and sometimes parody behind the messages.

Left or right? It doesn’t matter, every side has a place in Fasnacht’s parodical spectrum. After seeing lanterns with caricaturistic representations of Brexit and the American presidential election, you wonder if your own home country should adopt the approach of some of the biting wit of Fasnacht.

4. Eat All the Food

Basel’s primary food culture is a distinct fusion of Swiss, German, and French influences. Traditional Fasnacht specialities include Basler flour soup, cheese & onion tarts, Basler Leckerli (gingerbread style biscuits), and the thumb-length, hazelnut-filled sweets known as Mässmogge.

Of course, I’d be remiss not to mention the abundance of raclette, fondue and rostis. However, if you prefer to start your Basel journey with a coffee, head to the Instagram-worthy Cafe Fruhling in Kleinbasel, after starting your day indulging in a lush breakfast spread at Swissôtel Le Plaza Basel.

5. Stay Outside of the City Centre

That is if you want to get some sleep. If you roll with the ‘no sleep’ crowd, you’ll be in perfect company. I stayed at Swissôtel Le Plaza Basel, which was a ten-minute tram ride away from the city centre.

Although the majority of footfall happens nearer to Marktplatz in the city centre, I often found myself woken up to piccolo and drum music throughout the early hours of the morning.

I couldn’t help but groggily laugh every time it happened, however, not everyone may find it so pleasant. The Fasnacht musicians practice year-round in preparation for the festivities, so it’s safe to say, don’t come to Fasnacht if you’re not ready to hear a vibrant mix of piccolo, drum, and occasional Gugge (brass band) music for a consecutive seventy-two hours.

Discover more about Switzerland’s allure in this captivating article on Switzerland’s divine beauty.

Three Best Days of the Year?

Fasnacht is a riot of colour, textures, sounds, and beaming spirits. Despite its marked difference from warm weather carnivals and festivals of a similar nature, Fasnacht has its unique place among the brood due to its creative mix of history, humour, and satirical connection to current global events.

No wonder Baslers hail Fasnacht as “die drei scheenste dääg” (the three best days of the year). Like all carnivals around the world, Fasnacht is a beautiful celebration of local culture and community– a festivity that we can all raise our glasses to.

Three-night stay in Swissôtel Le Plaza Basel begins at £350. For more information visit www.swissotel.com/hotels/basel. Before booking accommodation, ask your hotel if they are along the parade route if you’re concerned about undisturbed sleep.

Direct flights from London to Basel on Easyjet start at £42. For more information head to www.basel.com

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Top 10 Yacht Charter Spots for Party Lovers

The Mediterranean party scene is as much a part of a superyacht charter holiday as secluded hideaways, boutique shopping and thrills on high-powered water toys, and although you can easily host your own private party aboard your luxury yacht or on a beach, the bars and clubs of your destination are as much a part of the local flavour as the galleries, museums and other tourist attractions.Another great company is bvi yacht charters. The world’s top DJs flock to the Mediterranean for the largest parties and festivals in the world and quite often new talent and rising stars will appear at these 10 Mediterranean party destinations.

1. Ibiza, the Balearic Islands
It will come as no surprise that the Balearic Islands in Spain have a long established reputation as the party capital of the Western Mediterranean and it is unlikely to change anytime soon. Mixed in with the traditional architecture and high-adrenaline fun along the sandy beaches is a roaring night scene that doesn’t need to wait until the sun goes down to get the party started.

Ocean Beach in Ibiza creates a fantastic pool party atmosphere right beside the waterfront so that you never miss those gorgeous sunsets as you dance to live music and sip a heavenly cocktail prepared by one of the friendly staff.

While you’re in the area, follow in celebrity footsteps and head to Playa d’en Bossa and the Sa Trinxa bar for music from local legend Jon Sa Trinxa.

2. Porto Montenegro, Montenegro
Setting standards high since its opening in 2010, the Porto Montenegro Yacht Club offers the height of luxury in an area known for its boutique stores, lavish spas and top of the range accommodation.

Whether you are stopping by for a day and want to soak in the atmosphere or host your very own sparkling affair, Porto Montenegro has everything for a simply unforgettable superyacht charter.

3. Porto Cervo, Sardinia
Home of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta which took place earlier this month, Porto Cervo knows how to cater to the luxury yacht charter crowd with fine dining, lavishly decorated surroundings and music to get you on your feet and dancing through the night. The world’s top DJs regularly take part in events in the area and the burgeoning nightclub scene will always have something to offer visitors to the area.

Yacht Club Costa Smeralda located at the edge of the marina is the first place to kick off your evening with exquisite meals along the pool-side terrace and a great selection of drinks at the bar. Sottovento and the Billionaire’s Club are two other alternative venues that have a long-established reputation in the nightclub scene, but half the fun of a holiday away from home is making your own discoveries far from the well-beaten track – and this seaside town will not disappoint.

4. Hvar, Croatia
After a long day among the natural treasures of the Dalmatian Coast, sit back with some smooth Jazz at the Central Park Club in the town of Hvar. Located only meters away from the port of Hvar, Central Park Club is conveniently close to your luxury yacht and has a fantastic variety of cocktails and options for dinner while you’re entertained by the band playing blues or swing.

The landmark of St Stephen’s Cathedral is surrounded by nightlife options: restaurants, bars, pubs and clubs all add to the scene and in the summer months the parties can last all night long. Epitomising this ‘out until the break of dawn’ mindset is Pink Champagne, a club that opens its doors from 2 am until 6 am and is open every night throughout the summer months. Sit aside an watch the action from the VIP area or get on the dancefloor and bang your head to the beats with several resident DJs keeping your night on track.

5. Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos needs no introduction among the party crowd, but visitors to the island might not be aware of the extent to which Nammos Beach Bar goes to serve guests arriving by luxury yacht: Along with an exclusive transfer service, they will organise parties on board your superyacht and deliver food directly for those times when you’ve done too much in the day yet still want a sample of the local lifestyle.

The island itself is divided into a more sedate beach lifestyle up north while the southern shores are dedicated to all adrenaline-rushing pursuits – the perfect place to try out all the superyacht water toys. During the day, the burgeoning tourist industry pampers visitors with luxury goods, bespoke boutiques and spas and for lunch there is plenty of tapas bars, cafes and restaurants to choose from.

6. Aiya Napa, Cyprus
The rugged coastline of Cyprus has been a popular tourist destination for decades and its bar and club scene has built up around a tourist industry catering to the younger generations.

The Castle Club is considered by many to be Aiya Napa’s best venue for techno, trance, hip-hop and R&B and you and your guests can experience the VIP treatment away from the crowds up in the luxury lounge of Arena 5.

Pepper Bar Lounge is another great setting for a night on the town: their cocktails are legendary, the music is smooth and the servings of sushi are not to be missed.

Nearby Nissi Beach is known to host foam parties and an assortment of bars for a loud and lively night on the tiles. Return in the daytime and capture the picture perfect sights of one of the most stunning beaches in Cyprus… but be sure to arrive before 10 am because this attraction is no secret.

7. Cannes, France
Following the Cannes Film Festival, one party melts into the next for a season of sizzling entertainment. Exclusive bars such as Le Baoli offer a sophisticated atmosphere with a dress code to match, while charter guests looking for a more informal evening that’s just as high end will appreciate Gotha Club, which has been frequented by Paris Hilton and Leonardo di Caprio in the past.

8. Port Hercule, Monaco
The French Riviera almost seems like one non-stop party from the first day of the Cannes Film Festival until the final moments of the Monaco Grand Prix, and Monaco welcomes visitors with open arms. Days of music festivals can fill your charter holiday in this location alone, with Jazz nights, R&B and contemporary pop filling the evening air.

The heart-pounding year-round night life gains even more energy during the summer months, when Port Hercule witnesses the action of the Monaco Grand Prix. Visitors to the area will be spoiled for choice for where to spend the evening, although La Rascasse, Jimmy’z and Zelo’s Restaurant, Bar & Nightclub are local institutions well worth your time.

9. Saint Tropez, France
Another famous party spot along the French Riviera, Saint Tropez adds to the summer events through its thriving party scene. Of the most lauded is Les Caves du Roy where the intricate and vibrant interior sets the stage for a night of drinks and dancing to the beat of the best music in St Tropez.

If Saint Tropez proves too crowded at the time of your visit, nearby Ramatuelle and Pampelonne has a great selection of clubs and places to dine. Nikki Beach and Club 55 take the top spots for party-goers searching for an electric night in beautiful beach-side locations.

10. Paceville, Malta
Majestic and mystical, Malta has all the beauty of ancient times as well as a firm head in the here and now: St Julian’s district in Paceville is central in Malta’s party scene and tourists have an assortment of entertainments to fill the moonlight hours. The aptly named Twenty Two nightclub is located on the 22nd floor of the Hilton Hotel, Malta‘s tallest building. Whether you sit back with a cocktail listening to music form the 80s to the present, or take to the dance floor, you will be surrounded by finery arguably unmatched anywhere else in the region.

Match your Mediterranean party holiday with the perfect superyacht to meed your needs: Whether you are looking for a sailing yacht with a Jacuzzi or a 50m/164ft+ motor yacht with all the spa facilities for rest and recuperation from a big night out, the friendly brokers at Charterworld
can assist you. Contact CharterWorld today for more information, or peruse the Mediterranean superyachts for charter.

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Meat Puns Aside, Leeds Newest Steakhouse is set to cause a sizzle

It would be a missed steak not to have Leeds newest eatery on your radar. Chophaus, a stylish steakhouse heading to Oakwood and launching this weekend is excited to meat you. Ok, our meat puns might be bad but their offering is very exciting!

The leafy North Leeds suburb of Oakwood continues its transformation into one of the city’s most essential districts as it prepares for the arrival of Chophaus. Perched on the edge of Roundhay Park just behind the historic Oakwood Clock, the contemporary steakhouse and grill is shaping up to be a major player in the thriving Leeds food scene.

Offering an enticing mix of premium steaks, chops and seafood, Chophaus will also offer a range of signature dishes designed to keep the city’s most discerning of foodies coming back for more. Housed in the striking wooden building formerly occupied by Café Sylva, the two-floor venue has undergone an impressive facelift created by award-winning interior designers Nanu Soda that will include a lively cocktail bar and private dining area.

Innovative modern flourishes

The mixture of deep colours, sleek finishes, brushed brass accents and vine wrapped beams has resulted in a dark and seductive interior design that perfectly sets the mood. By day, the floor to ceiling windows will help create a brighter space that takes full advantage of the natural light and park views.

The talented team of chef’s tasked with bringing the Chophaus menu to life have a long-list of globe-spanning credentials including the Batu Karang Resort on the island of Nusa Lembongan, Odysseia in Pacific Palace Jakarta and Aiden Byrne’s Church Green in Cheshire.

The menu has been carefully crafted to include a diverse range of both small and large plates that blends beloved traditional dishes with Innovative modern flourishes. Standout small plates include Seared King Scallops with wild mushroom ragout and winter truffle, Mussels in Beer Broth with grilled cheese croissant and Game Terrine with beetroot ketchup and shallot rings.

And, if the prime cuts of steak cooked over a charcoal grill don’t pique your interest with their distinctively smoky flavour, the signature large plates will. Highlights on offer include the Texel Lamb Rump with shepherd’s pie, Braised Duck Leg with smoked foie gras, and Old Spot Belly Pork with tiger prawns.

Sumptuous starters

The small yet well edited selection of seafood dishes range from Whole Baked Dover Sole with celeriac, grapes and walnuts to Wild Bass with braised leaks and potato salad. Chophaus have also gone all out on their Sunday menu, with traditional beef, chicken and pork roasts complemented with a range of sumptuous starters and sides, including Rarebit Profiteroles.

The divine dessert menu is also full of temptation and includes the showstopping Black Forest Cheesecake with cherries and tuille and the palate-cleansing Citrus Tart with fennel and basil salad. The upmarket downstairs bar is also destined to become a destination in its own right, with flawlessly made cocktails spanning stone-cold classics to more unfamiliar and exotic concoctions.

The Rosemary Paloma blends Patron Silver Tequila shaken with fresh lime and grapefruit juice, and is finished with a sweet, homemade rosemary syrup. Life’s a Peach is a balanced mix of Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Briotett peach liqueur, cinnamon syrup, Angostura and peach bitters.

A trio of Chophaus Espresso Martinis will make for the perfect post-meal pick me up and include crème brulee or honeycomb syrup mixed with Belvedere vodka, Kahlua and fresh pulled espresso. A classic version will also be available for traditionalists.

A vibrant suburb

General Manager Matt Kerrywood, previously of Iberica, Rare and Malmaison, had this to say ahead of the opening:

‘’Oakwood is one of the most vibrant suburbs in the city and we couldn’t think of a better place to make Chophaus a reality. The area has really come into its own in recent years, with some of the city’s best bars and independents thriving of late. We’re confident that our restaurant will be a go-to destination for both locals and those from wider Leeds and beyond looking for exceptional steak in a lively, modern venue.’’

Chophaus will create 15 new jobs and is pencilled in for an early December launch. The 70-cover restaurant will be sourcing its steaks and other prime cuts from Ripon’s coveted R&J Meats, who have been supplying Yorkshire’s best restaurants since 1978.

www.chophaus.co.uk

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St Moritz: 7 Reasons to Ski in Switzerland’s Most Glamorous Resort

The birthplace of alpine tourism, St. Moritz is a seriously swish Swiss ski destination that conjures up images of royals and rock-stars, snow polo, mountain boutiques and Moncler jackets. But this resort has serious ski credentials, having lured European high society since 1864, hosted the Winter Olympics twice, and offers visitors miles of manicured pistes. Today, the town is a dream winter destination – its frozen lake a playground for snow polo tournaments and horse racing as well as the more eclectic, like the famous Cresta toboggan run. Here are seven reasons to visit St. Moritz this winter ski season.

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1. Stay at: The Kulm

Even among the opulence of St. Moritz, The Kulm hotel sets the standard for elegance. An alpine institution in itself, this five-star hotel boasts a members-club atmosphere befitting of its heritage as the oldest hotel in town. Overlooking Lake St. Moritz, this hotel is home to glitterati types, with an equally well-polished staff, an outdoor and indoor pool, five restaurants and luxe mountain interiors. A splurge-worthy stay at a real piece of Alpine history.

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2. Drink at: Sunny Bar

The oldest sports bar in the Alps, this infamous St. Moritz hot spot is the place where these courageous Cresta Run competitors congregate to celebrate their wins. One of the most dangerous sports in the world – this ice chute winds down the mountainside with a vertical drop of 514 feet over just three-quarters of a mile. During the season, the bar hosts a Peruvian restaurant by Claudia Canessa in its historic halls, where you can feast on street food. Vintage photos of raucous parties hosted here and trophies line the walls with its old-boys club atmosphere. Altitude sports offers the best quality of ski and snowboard gears, find out more.

3. Party at: Dracula Club

Once the sun sets in St Moritz, the glitterati truly come out to play. Perhaps the most famous apres-ski bar in St. Moritz, the Roo Bar is the place to warm up with a Hauser mulled wine. By night, anyone who’s anyone can be found at the legendary Dracula Bar. Established by infamous playboy Gunter Sachs in the 1970s, the door to this day remains notoriously impenetrable. Thankfully, for those in the mood to stray a little off-piste – the Kulm Hotel also boasts close ties with the legendary members-only club. But there are plenty of other nightlife options, whether that’s the aptly named Devil’s Place – the world’s largest whisky bar or the Kulm Country Club.

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4. Ski: Corviglia

Having played host to the Winter Olympics not once but twice, St. Moritz is a spot for any serious skier. The slopes of Corvatsch offers some vertigo-inducing blacks, but St. Moritz’s own Corviglia has expanses of easy-riding runs to make even an intermediate feel like an expert – with 218 miles of runs. For warming your bones, the mountains have a host of options, like traditional alpine chalet Alpinahütte – just the spot for a glühwein.

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5. Watch: The Cresta Run

Home to the infamous Cresta Run toboggan course, first built by British upper-class gentlemen in 1884, this daredevil sport is in the bones of St Moritz. The 1,212-meter track, which is created from scratch every year, drops 157 meters reaching up to a death-defying 85mph. Riders lie head first, and foolhardy guests can apply for a slot with prices starting from $500. Having recently rescinded a ban on women competitors, the Cresta Run is open in the mornings from just before Christmas until the end of February/early March depending on weather conditions.

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6. Watch: Snow Polo

Synonymous with the sport of Snow Polo, St. Moritz’s frozen lake plays host to the prestigious World Cup Snow Polo tournament every January – the first of its kind and the only high goal polo tournament to be played on snow. The lake also hosts the annual “White Turf” horse races in February, where more than 30,000 gather to watch a combination of horse and harness racing and skikjöring – the only race of its kind in the world where riders on skis are pulled along at speeds of up to 50km per hour.

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7. Eat at:

As you might expect from a world-renowned alpine town, good food is not hard to come by in St Moritz. From simple local specialities like nut torte at historic Swiss pastry shop Hanselmann’s which has been open since 1894, to old-world chalet-style dining on the slopes like Trutz with cosy Engadine fare, to world-class fine dining at two Michelin-starred Ecco.

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For more information on Switzerland visit www.MySwitzerland.com

Swiss International Air Lines – one way fares start from £67, visit www.swiss.com

The Swiss Travel System provides a dedicated range of travel passes and tickets offering unlimited travel on consecutive days, for more information visit www.swisstravelsystem.co.uk.

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VACATION LIKE AN A-LISTER

The vacations of the rich and famous are every person’s dream: five-star hotels to sprawling villas, yacht cruises in the islands, and 24-hour parties on the most beautiful beaches. Every summer we live vicariously through the jet-set crowd enjoying the scenery from the blogs. What if a Kate Moss worthy getaway wasn’t so far out of reach? Those lusting to color their feed with postcard images look no further than this guide!

A-list vacation here we come.

SAIL LIKE PRINCE HARRY AND TOM CRUISE IN CROATIA:

Croatia has been the sailing destination of royals for decades. The Adriatic in particular has built a reputation over the years as a place where A-listers can enjoy themselves in complete privacy among the historically charming islands. The invention of social media however began to show Croatia in a different light.Each island has a very fun side to them. Explore the Adriatic on by sea!

Airfare: Depending on where you will start your sailing vacation, between late-July and August the average flight to the main ports is ₤240. If you fly to an unpopular port like Pula or Rijeka your charter may be cheaper than if you were to leave from a popular port like Dubrovnik.

Accommodation: You don’t need a 30m yacht for you to have an amazing sailing vacation. Surrounded by the azure Adriatic Sea, a yacht charter in Croatia is the best way to enjoy a week-long vacation in the sea, with meals on board and multiple island stops! Stop dreaming and go sailing!

Activities: Your yacht charter will have an itinerary that maximizes the time you will spend both on the boat and on land. Your options are endless, vacation your way. Imagine enjoying breakfast and a quick dip in the sea while on your way to Korcula Island. End the day in Budva enjoying the sunset from Ricardo Glava Beach!

PARTY LIKE RICCARDO TISCI IN IBIZA:

It’s no secret that Ibiza has been the party destination for models and actresses, fashion icons and musicians alike. Givenchy creative director Riccardo Tisci celebrated his 40th birthday on the White Isle and among his party guests were Naomi Campbell, Kate Moss, Jared Leto and Joan Smalls just to name a few. You too can party all night from the beach to the club in Ibiza without depleting your savings account.

Airfare: On average flights from London (all airports) to Ibiza during the summer months is ₤275. Book your August holiday vacation flights between mid-June to September for the best deals. You can even snag round-trip tickets for ₤160!

Accommodations: The most expensive part of your vacation will be accommodations. The cheapest hotels are from 123€/night but the prices can quickly get to 375€/night. The best plan would be to stay on the lookout for the least-expensive weeks to visit and go from there!

Parties: The highlight of your vacation won’t put a dent in your wallet, beach parties! Since Ibiza is known for its raging beach parties, all you have to do is make it there. Entry to the most legendary clubs on the island, Amnesia and Pacha, are 30€ but it will be worth every cent once you set foot inside.

ENJOY CANNES LIKE NAOMI CAMPBELL

Supermodel and fashion icon Naomi Campbell is known for many things but what trumps all is her ability to have a great time. The model enjoys travelling and Cannes has been one of her favorite destinations so much so that she threw her star-studded 40th birthday party on the island. This four-day extravaganza included guests Maison Margiela’s John Galliano, model-bff Kate Moss and make-up artist Pat McGrath. Plan your next birthday trip or vacation with your friends to the island!

Airfare: Flights for Cannes stay around ₤200 from September to mid-April. In general, the best rule is to book flights in advance for Cannes since this destination is hectic year-round. Keep in mind the Cannes Film festival is held annually in May, so flights prices are inflated.

Accommodations: Similar to Ibiza the accommodations in Cannes are a bit pricey. This lush location is home to the some of the most upscale hotels in the French Riveria. Despite this you can book a hotel room in a 4-star hotel for 97€/night.

Activities: Spend time on one of the most revered coastlines in the world. Post an iconic beach flick in the French Riveria and see how much your ego is elevated! After getting that golden glaze, hit the town. This historical city holds so many secrets along the colorful streets. From La Chunga, restaurant- turned live music bar, to Gotha Club, there are so many nightlife options. Choose your poison and bring your stamina… you’ll dance the night away.

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#CocoCityBreak: 10 Things To Do in Malaga if you don’t do beaches

Beach, please! Whenever I’m on an trip with friends away, I’m that pale wierdo hiding under a big hat, sunnies and layers of sunlotion. Even if I was able to bronze happily and look like a greek goddess by the end of it all, I would still get too bored to patiently rotate on my sun lounger for even coverage. Let’s face it, there’s a reason I’m a travel writer; I’m too damn nosey to sit still for too long.

On a recent trip to Malaga I was with some real sun worshippers and, rather than steal their sunshine, I took myself off on some adventures…

  1. Museums ; Bet You Didn’t Know That Malaga had 37 of them?

Almost any city you go to will have a museum of some description but Malaga made a concerted effort to gather some of the most amazing museums in Europe and maybe even the world. You can see universally renowned art that hasn’t been seen before in the Picasso family’s private collection at Museo Picasso Malaga(Palacio de Buenavista), take in some contemporary art at the CAC Malaga (pictured, C/ Alemania) or visit the colourful Malagueño outpost of the Pompidou (Muelle Uno) that Antonio Banderas modelled his roof terrace on. Oh yes, Antonio is another famous son of Malaga. We won’t put trying to take a selfie with him down as one of the 10 activities but, sure, it’s your 11th activity and secret mission.

2. Amble the streets of the Soho Arts District

A couple of years ago, the area of town now known as ‘Soho’ was a bit down and out but is now thriving with life thanks to the council being up for this colourful revival. If you are a planner, head over to the MAUS site for a map of the area but for me, the joy is in wandering and discovering. Don’t forget to look up or you might miss some show stopping pieces by world famous Shephard Fairey (Obey) and D*Face. The streets are alive with pavement cafés so stop, grab a caña and watch the world go by.

3. Rooftop Bars and People Watching

Just because you don’t want to full out sunbathe doesn’t mean you can’t get a little colour, right? And a rooftop bar is the perfect way to do so. If you stay at the Barceló Malaga, as we’d recommend (more here), you will have access to a guests only roof bar which is the perfect way to relax with a book.

But if you are out and about in town, don’t worry, there are a number of great hotel rooftop bars open to the general public. We love the roof at Room Mate Valeria (Plaza Poeta Alfonso Canales) with views over the port and Muelle Uno and Terraza San Juan tucked away in the Hotel Malaga Premium (Calle San Juan, n.º 11).

4. Visit the Alcazaba

You probably know about Southern Spain’s most famous piece of Moorish architecture, Granada’s Alhambra; as beautiful as it is, tickets can be tough to come by (I visited early in the morning once when people were still in the streets from the night before). The Alcazaba is incredibly accessible and more modest in its beauty.

Our tour guide wove stories around its more recent history, when groups of gypsies were permitted by the city to build their own houses onto the existing structure. What were once defense towers in the conquests were turned into family homes which hid many of the original features of the Alcazaba until restoration began. At only 3,50e to enter, this is a historical bargain with excellent views.

5. Go for icecream

I can’t be the only one that plans exploring a new city around coffee and treat breaks, surely? When asking our local guide for an icecream spot recommendation, the response was immediate: Casa Mira (C/Andrés Pérez 16) , first inaugurated back in 1890 as the first icecream shop in Malaga – but their newest outpost on Calle Andrés Pérez. This shop has stunning design and they do a mean turrón helado. What more could you want?

6. Explore the old town streets around Calle Andrés Pérez

Now that you are at this secret Casa Mira, you can explore the narrow, winding streets around. Just next door to the icecream shop is activist space La Casa Invisible. Colourful murals and a quiet shady courtyard give way to more raucous evenings with a community feel – yes, this is a squat but a creative one full of life.

In fact, Calle Andrés Pérez was once a busy little street and, although much quieter these days there are some great little shops and cafés to check out in this historic area.

7. Enjoy a long lunch, with a view

You might expect Malaga to be full of brits abroad but, even when the groups off the cruise ships flood in, there’s blissfully not that much English to be heard. Middle of the day is the height of the crowds in the Old Town centre so do yourself a favour an book an outdoor table at La Terraza de Aduana on the roof of the Museo de Malaga (Plaza de la Aduana).

Looking every inch the millennial chic beach bar, with a view over the Alcazaba ; the menu is delicious and incredibly well priced. Get two raciónes of the truffle croquetas, you’ll eat them, believe me.

8. Head to Malaga’s newest port, Muelle Uno

The city’s newest port, Muelle Uno was opened in 2011 and it’s a great spot for shopping, staring out at that sparkling water and perhaps catching a short boat trip out to see the city from the water and spot dolphins. You’ll also find one of Malaga’s Michelin starred restaurants, Jose Carlos García’s Café de Paris under lemon coloured parasols as well as the Pompidou art gallery.

9. Co-work, look at BANKSY’s and go shopping at La Térmica

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Further south down the coast you’ll find the city’s new cultural centre, La Térmica (Av. de los Guindos, 48) boasting coworking space, exhibitions and live music. From 24 May to 19 September it is home to BANKSY’s The Art of Protest and the ‘Nocturnal Rastro’ runs frequently with live music, food and craft and record shopping.

10. Eat tapas where Antonio does

Did you already Google where Antonio Banderas lives? Well, friends it’s visible from the terrace of famous tapas and flamenco spot El Pimpi (Calle Granada 62) . El Pimpi is named after the original pimpis, popular city figures of yesteryear who would help new comers off the boats at the port and show them the town. It certainly is a great way to see the town as it is housed in the warren-like rooms of a former palace and decorated by old feria and bullfighting (let’s not go there) posters.

Our table was snuggled up to sherry barrels signed by friends and fans of the restaurant including dear Antonio. It’s said he does eat here quite often, hope you have better luck spotting him…

Heading to Malaga?

We would strongly recommend booking in at Barceló Malaga not least for Mojitos in the pink bar and the slide!

Rates at Barceló Malaga start from €123 per room per night based on two sharing a Superior room.

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How to achieve a good work-life balance 

With almost a third of UK workers feeling that they have a poor work-life balance, it’s becoming an important issue to address. Not only does it affect our relationships and home life happiness, but it can also take its toll on our mental health. Read on as we investigate the best way to manage a good work-life balance and take some tips from other countries.

The current situation

The general consensus appears to be the adults in the UK are overworked. Maintaining a healthy balance between home and work life seems to become more difficult as we get older, with statistics showing that the younger the employee, the less likely they are to identify work-life balance as an important part of their job. The task of juggling a family alongside a job is also difficult for many to manage with statistics revealing that 75% of working parents suffer stress and anxiety as a result of their work-life balance management.

Although some businesses aim to operate at maximum capacity, this can take its toll. Research found that as a person’s weekly hours increase, so do their feelings of unhappiness. Of course, this is no surprise. Even for those who don’t work long hours, there is still the issue of ‘switching off’ and disconnecting from what’s happened at the office. In fact, one third of European workers said that a bad day at work affected their personal life.

As we work more, we find that we have less time to spend with those we love, less time to focus on accomplishing goals that aren’t work-related and less time to pursue our hobbies and dreams. But, many of us feel as though there’s nothing we can do about it.

How do people manage in other countries?

In comparison to our western European counterparts, Britain has the worst work-life balance. What can we learn from our foreign neighbours?

It seems as though workers in other countries have more free time to spend outside of work. In Belgium, employees have an average of 8.6 hours of free time per day compared to their 7.4-hour work days, and Netherlands are enjoying the shortest working week at only 30.3 hours. Denmark only spend 6.6 hours at work each day with 8.8 hours each day to spend how they wish, and Austrians are encouraged to start the weekend early with 3pm finishes implemented around the country. Many Germans are able to relax on a Sunday too, as stores are regulated so that they close on Sundays. All of these extra hours add up it seems, with Britons working 325 hours more per year than workers in Germany.

Unlike UK workers who often work with only half an hour to an hour break per day, foreign employees are encouraged to take multiple breaks throughout the day. The Spanish are famous for their midday siestas which began as an effort to sleep through the hottest period of the day in warmer climates. Although new laws mean that shops have to remain open without a break for naps, some workers still follow the siesta tradition. Or, they take long coffee and lunch breaks with colleagues — something that is widely accepted by employers. Finland also take on the approach that long breaks are good for everyone, and their workers enjoy extra-long lunch breaks that are one to two hours long! If you visited Sweden on business, you’d probably be invited to join them for ‘fika’ — this is a late morning coffee that offices pause to enjoy at around 11am.

Other regulations that help maintain a healthy work-life balance include:

  • Belgians are able to take a full month off work to coincide with school breaks.
  • Spanish workers have a holiday allowance of 30 days.
  • France introduced a law in 2017 that gave workers the ‘right to disconnect’ from after-work emails.
  • Swedish workers enjoy 16 months of paid family leave

What can we do?

Although we can’t change the regulations of our workplace, there are some things that we can do to help manage our work-life balance.

Enquire with your employer about splitting up your break. Research has proven that taking regular breaks can improve your productivity, and it therefore could be something that they will support. Split your hour break up into half an hour and two 15-minute breaks to decrease the amount of time spent at your desk at one time. Get some fresh air or spend time talking to family on the phone, taking a small action like this could reduce your stress levels.

A long commute can lead to stress and depression according to one study. This is one reason to propose flexi-time at your office, where you can skip the traffic at each side of your day and do something more productive. Of course, this isn’t an option for everyone. You could make your commute feel more productive though, by listening to a podcast or audio book that can reduce the stress of rush-hour traffic. Alternatively, going to a gym class near to your work can mean that you miss the bulk of the busy traffic and allows you to fit some exercise into your day as well!

Although it can be difficult, restrict yourself on checking emails when you’ve finished work. Think of the long-term issues that mixing home and work life can have and aim to check your emails only for ten minutes on an evening instead of an hour. This is the same for working overtime, unless entirely necessary, make sure you are sticking to the number of hours that you’re contracted to. This can not only affect your mental health but can lead to employers expecting this behaviour at all times.

Make sure you’re using your annual holidays to recharge and spend time with family. We’re all guilty of using our holidays to run errands or do something that we’ve been putting off, but this isn’t always helpful for our work-life balance. Although we need to do this now and then, annual leave should be used to recuperate, relax and enjoy time away from the office so try to focus on this.

As we can see, the current situation is not great for UK workers. But, there are some small changes that you can make. From splitting up your break to making the most of your holidays, being conscious of finding a good split between the office and spare time is the first step to improving your work-life balance.

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Sources

https://www.employeebenefits.co.uk/third-workers-poor-work-life-balance/

https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/a-to-z/w/work-life-balance

https://www.cntraveller.com/gallery/countries-with-best-work-life-balance-in-europe

https://www.cityam.com/268119/eat-sleep-work-repeat-why-uk-has-worst-work-life-balance

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The Best Ski Resort For Summer? The Annapurna In Les Gets

When it comes to the French Alps, #TeamCoco are familiar with those white winter wonderlands, those hair-raising red runs and, of course, gorging on cheese fondue in a whirling snowstorm. But what on earth happens when the snow melts away? We sent Rachael Lindsay out to the brand new Annapurna in Les Gets, in the midst of summer, to find out.

I have to admit that I expected Les Gets to be a ghost town in summer. Perhaps a few closed ski shops and half-empty tartiflette restaurants. So imagine my surprise when I arrive from Geneva airport on a Sunday morning to find tens of thousands of visitors sitting on the grassy banks of the Alps cheering on some of the best mountain bikers in the world.

I have inadvertently arrived for the final competition at Crankworx Festival, one of the most famous mountain biking tournaments around. In true #TeamCoco style, I join the crowds and my heart is in my mouth while stunt bikers soar through the air from temporary wooden slopes, loop-the-loop against the backdrop of the lush green Alps and bounce back to earth with complete control.

The bars and restaurants are buzzing with bikers, families and locals, all discussing the competition, the shockingly good weather and the latest World Cup win. I quickly realise that the summer season here is every bit as lively as the ski season. And, with mountain biking and other adventurous pursuits on the agenda, I am in for an interesting few days.

But before I hit the summer slopes myself, it is time for some pampering. I check in to the brand new Annapurna residence, perfectly located in the centre of Les Gets, just behind the high street. It comprises a series of apartments with luxurious shared facilities such as a swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room and a gourmet restaurant and wine bar on the ground floor.

My apartment is excessively spacious, with three bedrooms, three bathrooms and a large kitchen cum living room, ideal for groups of friends looking for a luxurious base after a day outdoors. The design is alpine chic with chocolate-brown fur throws, pale wooden beams and exposed brick feature walls. I spend the first evening taking it all in, lounging with a glass of champers in front of the huge widescreen TV.

A relaxing evening was certainly necessary before my first morning of mountain biking down the terrifyingly steep slopes of the Alps. I have never tried mountain biking before and I think it is fair to say that it does not come naturally! You take a chair lift to the top of the mountain and, just like skiing, there are ‘green’, ‘red’ and ‘black’ runs for mountain bikers to take back down to the village, so these are verging-on-vertical drops. For all of the #TeamCoco adrenaline junkies out there, this is for you. It certainly gave me new-found respect for the Crankworx professional bikers, as we tried a few ‘bumps’ ourselves. I get through it with my nerves just about in tact.

The afternoon is more my style as we explore a newly-opened cheese farm and a local brewery. At the farm, the friendly French lady and her five daughters know every Alpine goat by name and sell their goats’ cheese at the local market. And the views from the farmhouse are stunning, with lush green meadows and wildflowers everywhere. The brewery, on the other hand, is located in the Irish Pub, and I am at first dubious as to what we are doing there. But after sampling some of the best craft beer I have ever tasted, I understand why this is the bar that everyone flocks to, to enjoy the evening sun after a day jam-packed with adventure.

As well as cheese and beer, I have to mention the fantastic food options at the Annapurna restaurant, Vina Annapurna, as well as the Wild Beets Kitchen and La R’Mize. I expected the food to be heavy on the cheese and meat, the usual apres-ski fare. And although you can enjoy those classic snow-weather meals if you so wish, I enjoy mountain-vegetable risottos, red fruit sorbets and enormous buddha bowls. I finish almost every meal with a local génépi or citrus cointreau.

Day Two and I brace myself for another adrenaline-fuelled start with a mountain climbing excursion, led by a man who was the youngest qualified mountain guide in France, and who is now in his 60s and can clamber up the side of a mountain in a matter of minutes. Thankfully I feel more at home inching my way up a rocky cliff-face than bumping down a slope on a bike, and it is exhilarating to abseil down while appreciating the breathtaking views. It makes me realise that this is what a summer Alps trip is all about – getting out of your comfort zone, trying all sorts of new things and discovering what you enjoy.

Another highlight of my stay is a yoga walk led by a local instructor. The walk leads past fields of grazing sheep and through the dappled light of forests. We pause every few hundred metres to practice tree pose and mountain pose facing the imposing snow-peaked Mont Blanc. It is a delightful way to stretch out after a morning of scrambling over rocks, with the sound of cowbells in the distance and the fresh Alpine breeze on my face.

From watching mountain bikers soar through the air to witnessing the production of home-made goats’ cheese, from sipping on Kir on the mountainside to relaxing in the Annapurna jacuzzi, this trip to Les Gets in summer truly defies every expectation I had. And I wish I can stay a few more days to try the seemingly endless list of outdoor activities here, from rafting and trail running to hiking and swimming in the lake.

And the glory of it all is that you can have a completely different adventure each morning and evening, and head to your luxurious apartment to recuperate every night. If, like us here at #TeamCoco, you are always up for trying something new, be one of the first to stay at the luxurious Annapurna and get out of your comfort zone in the Alpine Resort of Les Gets.

From: 2 bedroom apartment with further cabin, sleeps 6 people, from €215 per night on a self-catering basis including access to the spa and swimming pool.

To: 5 bedroom penthouse apartment, sleeps 12 people, from €430 per night on a self-catering basis including access to the spa and swimming pool.

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Wake Up Here: Swiss Luxury at the Grand Hotel Kronenhof

With a facade straight out of a Wes Anderson flick, The Grand Hotel Kronenhof is one of the finest five-star hotels in Switzerland. An alpine institution in its own right, this ‘Grande Dame’ of Swiss hospitality is the antithesis of mass-market hotel homogeneity – it’s beyond boutique, with a unique history that dates back to 1848. But has the fin de siècle grandeur of this historic hotel endured through the ages? We sent our girl Beth to check it out.

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Pulling up through wrought iron gates into a snow-covered courtyard, I quickly see why this hotel has earned the nickname ‘Grande Dame’. Even in the pretty swiss town of Pontresina, her enduring neo-baroque beauty stands out – an elegant exterior topped with an emerald, crown-topped dome, the gold-gilded letters ‘Kronenhof’ proudly emblazoned below the Swiss flag.

High in the Alps at 1,800m, deep in the stunning surrounds of the Engadin Valley – the scenery here is still blanketed with snow, despite it being late in the season. A stark contrast to the often lengthy bus journeys endured schlepping up to this kind of altitude – the journey to Pontresina is half the fun. While many of the hotel’s discerning guests opt for the nearby private airport, we take the pretty red mountain train from Zurich. It may take around 3 hours and 45 minutes to reach Pontresina, but the UNESCO listed Bernina Express is an experience in itself, winding its way past moody mountain lakes, meandering up into snow-covered scenery, over arched bridges and past mountain peaks. Think Hogwarts Express, Alpine Edition.

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The resemblance to the Grand Budapest Hotel doesn’t end when you enter the hotel. Swept through a grand entrance, you’ll find the picture of old-world elegance – a grand lobby with hand-painted ceilings, ornate fireplaces, velvet curtains and antique chandeliers, all overlooking a postcard-worthy picture window out over the pine-carpeted mountains and Roseg glaciers, the alps of St Moritz in the distance.

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The hotel may have seen nearly two centuries of guests pass through its doors, but even today it recalls an age of bygone glamour. From the palatial dining room, where formal dress is required and course after course arrive with the theatrical lifting of cloches by a team of impeccably smart and ever-smiling waiters.

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Even breakfast is a grand affair, served in the dining room with tables overflowing with cheese cold cuts and any pastry imaginable, as well as the free-pouring champagne, which the guests are far too posh to take any advantage of. Within the hotel’s walls, you’ll also find the award-willing Kronenstübli with its cosy wood-panelled walls and exceptional dishes from Duck a la Presse to crepe Suzette.

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The hotel’s old-world alpine pedigree speaks for itself, but if we’re measuring by modern-day standards, it has nearly 1000 five star ratings on TripAdvisor. The people-watching is a definite highlight, with a discreet, well-dressed clientele reminiscent of eclectic European high society. While St Moritz is all about the glitz, pretty Pontresina offers access to the same level of service, but a respite from the hedonistic atmosphere.

A large percentage of these guests are returning visitors, some even fourth generation. Old skis of guests presumably left here for future use decades ago still line the walls, marked carefully with the name of the owner on a luggage ticket – many of whom left to fight in the Second World War but never returned. Having survived both World Wars (thanks in part to selling wine from their cellars) you can feel the nostalgia in the Kronenhof’s creaking walls. The wooden bowling alley is one of the oldest in Switzerland, and the walls of the hotel founders original home were recently found hidden away – dating back to the early 1800s.

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With 112 rooms, the Kronenhof feels grand yet intimate. Some bedrooms echo the old-world feel, with expansive drawing rooms and views out onto the Roseg glacier beyond, while others are more to modern taste and having been recently renovated by chic French designer Pierre-Yves Rochon.

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But despite its history, the hotel has kept up to date with the modern – particularly with the addition of its enormous and elaborate glass-walled spa with a huge indoor pool which, in a fusion of old meets new, sits attached to the hotel. Cocooned within its glass walls, looking out over the snow-covered scenery, it is simply bliss. The massages pair you with an element – mine is a deep wood and citrus oil for fire – and incidentally, one of the best I’ve ever had. There’s a dedicated sauna for women only, as well as an all-gender Finnish sauna. Once a month, a night spa program sees the spa open till midnight with a bar. Outside, there’s a fabulous chalet-style bar where you can lunch overlooking the skaters on the ice rink, draped in a fur and quaffing Swiss wine in the sun.

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Just a few miles down the road from St Moritz, the hotel will happily arrange the quick 10-minute transfer for you to enjoy the world-famous slopes, before scooping you up at the end of the day, or depositing you in their comfy surrounds of the raucous Sunny Bar at its co-owned hotel the Kulm. Handily, there is also has a boot room directly opposite, where I’m fitted with a pair of brand new, self-heating fur-lined beauties instead of your usual beaten up rentals – no lugging your skis around here.

Pontresina itself is a haven from the prying eyes of see-and-be-seen St Moritz, with its chocolate-box chalets, pastel-painted walls and traditional alpine atmosphere. While you have access to the slopes, the village itself boasts a multitude of activities outside of the hotel, like cross country skiing at nearby school Schweizer Langlauf- und Bikezentrum Pontresina.

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An old-world beauty that both manages to recall a vaguely remembered idea of luxury from a bygone age, and provide all the facilities you would expect of a five-star hotel – the Kronenhof has four generations to attest to its charms. All, like me – lucky enough to be guests of this enduringly glamorous Grande Dame and the little moments of history that unfold within her walls.

Winter room rates at Grand Hotel Kronenhof start from CHF565 for two people sharing on a half-board basis; book online at www.kronenhof.com

For more information on Switzerland visit www.MySwitzerland.com

Swiss International Air Lines – one way fares start from £67, visit www.swiss.com

The Swiss Travel System provides a dedicated range of travel passes and tickets offering unlimited travel on consecutive days, for more information visit www.swisstravelsystem.co.uk.

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