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tears Mascadri passes a tissue from a box on his desk After three days on the Detox for"},"children":[]},{"name":"paywall","children":[{"name":"text","attributes":{"value":" Longevity stay I am on the way to detoxing both body and mind."},"children":[]}]}]},{"name":"paywall","children":[{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"Until this point it has not occurred to me that there is anything other than my body to detox I consider my lifestyle to be pretty healthy based on a lifelong addiction to work and an ability to thrive on “good stress” I could eat less processed food and I probably drink a little too much but I’m primarily here to try to shift slow but steady perimenopausal weight gain the method offered at this luxurious spa hotel in the Dolomites aims to increase your “vitality index” — revitalise the body free it from toxins and reactivate energy — and keep it that way all of which are detailed in your personal folder — your bible for the duration of your stay — where each appointment is meticulously recorded."}}]},{"name":"ad","children":[]},{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"A hotel in a large private park in Merano is not the first place you’d expect to find experts in traditional Chinese medicine this retreat has matched them with western medical specialists focused army of nutritionists and masseurs in white cotton and Crocs It also combines all the ingredients of a luxury hotel stay — a sumptuous music and culture — with top-flight facilities appealing to the mini-break side of me rather than the “break me” approach of many other medi-spas."}}]},{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"Merano is now even more accessible SkyAlps launched direct flights between local airport Bolzano rather than the traditional seven-day detox programmes Palace Merano has introduced shorter packages of just two nights which are a surprise 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younger clientele focused on wellness it has also installed a year-round whirlpool in an outdoor pool area and is offering cryotherapy the energy flowing through the universe has five essential on which Palace Merano’s bespoke programmes are based all effortless Italian chic and pragmatic empathy bone structure and energy composition via observational diagnostics and electronic meridians test “dynamic energy” (quick tempered) and “tendency to accumulate fat in the lateral thigh area” (needs no translation) this means a morning ritual of a bubbling aromatherapy bath hydrotherapy in the form of being power-hosed with warm water for ten minutes followed by a cold blast and then a massage to detoxify the liver Guests are allocated the same masseur every day so they can work with the changing needs of your body It’s my favourite part of the day."}}]},{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"Then there’s a relentless relay of bespoke prescribed 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lunch there are couples and groups of friends too the conservatory-like dining room lacked atmosphere but the addition of live music most nights — a pianist or the chirpiest harpist in history — puts a jaunty swing in the air Combined with the sheer artistry of the food and the accompanying silver service I mean wear something other than your robe Expensive leisurewear is the unspoken dress code of the night — a designer trainer here a cashmere jogger there."}}]},{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"You eat well as part of the Revital Method but eating intelligently is an art,” the French writer François de la Rochefoucauld once said The nutritionist Claudia Arganini quotes him weekly in her evening lectures She also says to think before you eat: “This food is going to become part of me.” It’s the most impactful takeaway from my trip vitality and enthusiasm for the Mediterranean diet they’ve grown up 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so-called school of lifestyle everything came together for me like a jigsaw helping me to understand a holistic picture of my health I leave clutching a rattling bag of supplements understand I was there not just to improve the state of my body but also my mind — and that’s the lesson I suspect will bring the greatest benefit."}},{"name":"break","children":[]},{"name":"bold","children":[{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"Claire Irvin was a guest of Palace Merano which has five nights’ all-inclusive from £1,660pp The four-day Detox for Longevity Programme costs from £2,540pp including treatments and meals ("}}]},{"name":"link","children":[{"name":"bold","children":[{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":"palace.it"}}]}],"attributes":{"href":"https://www.palace.it/it/"}},{"name":"bold","children":[{"name":"text","children":[],"attributes":{"value":") Fly to 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Times“You thought you were coming here for your body Now you realise you are here for your mind.” So says Palace Merano’s Dr Silvano Mascadri After three days on the Detox for Longevity stay I am on the way to detoxing both body and mind Hotel Palace Merano combines expertise in traditional Chinese medicine with Western practitionersMARCO SARTORHowever appealing to the mini-break side of me rather than the “break me” approach of many other medi-spas and visitors from the Middle East who come for a long weekend The hotel’s bucolic setting encourages rest recuperation and reconnecting with natureMARCO SARTORI’m here for five nights at least turning the lights on and off is straightforward Palace Merano’s indoor poolMARCO SARTORAccording to traditional Chinese medicine Then there’s a relentless relay of bespoke prescribed treatments Perhaps it’s a physical side-effect of that mind detoxification too If you think this sounds woo-woo you’re in good company The panoramic dining room overlooks the outdoor poolMARCO SARTOROn my trip You eat well as part of the Revital Method vitality and enthusiasm for the Mediterranean diet they’ve grown up with Over the 15 meals there was just one culinary misstep — a pumpkin and sweet potato soup that tasted like dishwater no matter what spices I added to it Programmes include a morning ritual of a bubbling aromatherapy bathMARCO SARTORThere’s plenty to tempt you out of the Palace Become a subscriber and Sign up for our Times Travel newsletter and follow us on Instagram and X Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience We're always trying to bring you more amazing hotels But not every hotel can immediately connect their reservation system with ours we provide real-time rates and availability via a partnership with Booking.com You'll still enjoy the full fabulous MICHELIN Guide experience when you book including our legendary service and delightful style Our 20-point scale is based on post-stay ratings from verified 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I would like to receive Newsletter from MICHELIN Guide Save lists of your favorite restaurants & hotels Kunst Meran Merano Arte presents Aerolectics the first Italian solo exhibition of Belinda Kazeem-Kamiński (Vienna Curated by Lucrezia Cippitelli and Simone Frangi the exhibition is part of the three-year program The Invention of Europe: a tricontinental narrative (2024-2027) a project that aims to dismantle the monolithic narrative of European identity through a tricontinental perspective confronts the processes of historical removal and the dynamics of European colonialism Central to her research for Aerolectics is the little-known history of religious missions in South Tyrol and their role in the construction of colonial relations between Europe and Africa The artist brings to light the stories of young Africans deported in the 19th century to European territories by European missionaries under the pretext of saving their souls an African girl brought to the Ursuline convent in Brunico on January 11 While the latter seemed to adapt to monastic life Asue* was described in the convent’s records as an irrepressible presence even by force.And it is precisely a storm that Kazeem-Kamiński evokes in the exhibition spaces of Kunst Meran Merano Arte Aerolectics unfolds as an immersive installation that weaves together Yoruba cosmology fire and air - and fragments of historical memory The audience finds itself immersed in a sensory landscape of sounds images and evocative objects that give voice to those who have been erased from official history The artist uses the metaphor of the Insubric Line the geological boundary between the African and European plates to represent the conflict between cultures The rift between the two continents translates into a contrast between systems of thought and patterns of domination challenging established narratives about Europe’s colonial past The exhibition alternates between full and empty inviting visitors to reflect on the perception of Blackness in Europe and its invisibility in official historiography strongly influenced by Black feminist thought but elaborates new modes of symbolic restitution constructing a restorative memory that does not reduce historical subjects to mere objects of study The exhibition is part of The Invention of Europe: a tricontinental narrative (2024-2027) and the rewriting of history in the European context Kunst Meran Merano Arte is organizing two in-depth events On the Redistributive Functions of Museum Institutions which will feature international scholars and curators The discussion will start from the story of the Ethiopian cloak stolen during the colonial era by General Aeneas Navarini and kept in Merano as war booty The conference aims to reflect on strategies of restitution and the responsibilities of cultural institutions in building more inclusive and dynamic narratives with an evening of music and performance in collaboration with Festival Sonora designed to offer a different perspective on the same issues and musician Melika Ngombe Kolongo aka Nkisi known for her fusion of African polyrhythms hardcore electronica and cinematic sounds inspired by 1970s Italian horror films Belinda Kazeem-Kamiński is an internationally recognized artist Her work has been exhibited in leading institutions such as Kunsthalle Wien Camera Austria Graz and Galerie für zeitgenössische Kunst Leipzig He has participated in the Liverpool Biennial Art X Lagos and Les Rencontres d’Arles including the Otto Mauer Award and the Art X Prize for the African Diaspora His works are part of museum collections such as the mumok | Museum moderner Kunst Stiftung Ludwig Wien in Vienna and the Centre National des Arts Plastiques Photos of courses from the “SETTEPIATTI 5.0”menu : ©Ristorante Sissi restaurant surroundings and Steinach Townhouse: ©Giovanni De Sandre a budding chef-patron and a Merano still completely unaware of the exponential culinary function it would take on in the 2000s Andrea Fenoglio was only 23 years old when he chose South Tyrol's second-largest town an unusual junction between spa hotspot and Alpine resort to open a restaurant named after the empress who in her time decreed its dazzling entry into the European holiday plan Thus was born “Sissi,” an insignia-outsider ready to topple the absolute formalisms of the gourmet litany to dòmino Gone are the long-winded explanations about cerebral dishes (or sold as such) and the team has only one possible mission: to provide the customer with the right portion of live entertainment because "Sissi" today is full even on weekdays with Fenoglio himself parading among the tables to season the sacred ritual of the meal with irony - only motto better to fill the environment with laughter than with mechanical gestures without a hint of spontaneity creating a mini-curcuit of interconnected realities finds easy ferment at 357 Pizza & Food a little place centered on long-rising rounds homegrown regional staples and mouthwatering desserts ad libitum - see the gelato mantecato espresso the couple's latest venture also invests hospitality to the fullest extent to baste a decidedly peculiar sojourn experience in Merano land Pretend you are staying inside a nineteenth-century mansion with wooden doors in antique squiggles where authentic pieces of vintage furniture populate every room from the lobby to the suites; breathe in deeply the fragrance of butter cookies and stuffed shortbread that invades the promenade anticipating the surprises of breakfast; listen to the talking history that inhabits the spaces-both the full and the empty-while waiting to greet newcomers with a century-old handshake (not at all faintly weakened by the weight of memories) You have just arrived at Steinach Townhouse where Katalin - responsible for the entire hospitality project - harmonizes the tone of voice with the succession of eras that chase each other within a few meters: a step up to the panoramic terrace from which to embrace the landscape with your gaze already foretasting the moment of dinner at one of the “family” insignias (which we will return to in a few lines) If it were the usual ensemble of pseudo-typical Tyrolean furnishings Steinach Townhouse has the iridescent charm of lived-in places dense with details that spur the eye to scouting: on the outside the mixed palette of chlorophyll and urban linden that makes the Steinach ward (hence the genesis of the name) a little Eden of holiday coolness; inside 11 suites completely different from each other capable of defying the usual depersonalized luxury with the allure of maturity while the common area warms the tones (and spirits) with soft lounge seating designed to quench the thirst for drinks simply by extending a hand toward the well-stocked living cellar that a time-lapse of objects flickers on the continuous tape of history (integrated into the present at the behest of the owners Roger Botti and Giulia de Andreis of Monza both designers): amarcord cameras with accompanying easel soft carpets contrasting with the original wooden floors and sometimes (as happens in the Bow Window Suite) a sinuous spiral staircase that Sissi herself would not have resisted-celebrating her infatuation with the internal “secret passages” directed to the private apartments our favorite moment: the one when the relaxation of the night gives way to the brisk gestures of awakening first peeking from the curtains at the view of the cathedral bell tower or Porta Passiria then sitting at the tables of the breakfast lounge silent witnesses to a journey that starts from afar; they were salvaged for the occasion from none other than the 1930s first-class waiting room of Trento station The revival continues with the parade of pastries baked live by Barbara Ciulla creator of a breakfast that is desuetive in its homemade matrix from cookies with chocolate drippings to fluffy ricotta cupcakes to free-range omelets with speck and local cheeses An honorable menu that follows Chef Fenoglio's lead steering clear of anonymous prepackaged shortcuts to the “mother house” from which it all began because indulging in a walk at dusk to get to “Sissi” is the natural ending to a day at Steinach Townhouse - dinner as an extension of a human link that reinforces the dish the cook-friend inclined to reveal the stirring behind the recipe And those who enter with reverential fear of the "macaron" aided by the mixture of familiarity and good-natured glances dispensed by maître Arianna Like the family-friendly routes that dot Merano the chef's itineraries are accomplished with ease articulated on a single level of enjoyment and not on a progressive escalation of difficulty There is the carte with immovable creations claimed weekly by regulars (3 main dishes “medium size” and a dessert at €105); the Cinquepiatti menu with a vegetarian option evolved but enticing even for the layman of green combos (5 “small size” creations at €115); and the complete Settepiatti tasting with seasonal short-course and lasting mnemonic impact (€125 for “extra small” portions) the intro is the oil-on-board of Pizza Liquida an ageless taste that reconciles the adult's impressions with the child's emphasis: a mozzarella cube suspended on a mini-beer mug filled ad hoc with extra virgin olive oil Drawing a slalom of overlapping textures is the Eggplant with Walnuts and Light Green Curry where to replace the animal protein comes a meaty vegetable interspersed with the satisfying crackle of dried fruit and rice wafers to garnish Ignazio Niedrist's Sauvignon “Porphyr & Kalk” 2022 lends itself to the game supporting the spiciness with a light undertone that links the vegetable notes together Read “tartare ”and you think of the usual appetizer devoid of incisive aromatic turns socializes his beaten salmon trout with two new entries of extroverted disposition such as Vermouth and coffee- the one translated into sauce for the velvety bottom the other added to the marinade as a pungent insert An unexpected trio wallowing in fresh waters between energetic currents and strategic pauses-see the garlic and green apple mayonnaise to caress the cheeks in closing Sous chef Jona lays it on the Orzotto with sweet and spicy peppers Not the absolute mainstream comedy cereal; rather The result is an amalgamation of greedy reminiscences: as you eat your mind instinctively races to chicken and romaine peppers while the silkiness of the kernel evokes butter and anchovy risotto Yet it is the pork popcorn that solves the equation between crunchy and enveloping Kalterersee Classico Superiore 'Quintessenz' from Kaltern Kaltern Winery Sissi's first-signature with amiably fishy implications “Nine months of tight rehearsals in the kitchen to find the right square." A true gastronomic birth that generates good vibes between cod liver and zucchini In the knot of pasta there's the sharp breeze of sailing the creaminess of post-boarding comfort dishes the vegetable that goes from side dish to co-star: the race is all in a forkful And in the end you're really eating seafood foie gras mashed potato and green algae speaks Japanese, an origami of umami elements designed to revive salivation after the sudden spike in fattiness of the previous course More essential is the Saddle of venison cooked at a low temperature and served in a pistachio crust along with celeriac The suspense returns a few minutes after the closing titles thanks to the triumphant entry of the Red Turnip Ice Cream Crispy Almond Horseradish and Caramel Apple Mousse: on paper a sugary injection in the mouth a lash of digestive spiciness that makes even the request for bitter unnecessary Small chats with Andrea and Jona mark the meal in the database of across-the-board successful dinners “We want the guest to come back often for pleasure not to come once on a whim.” The difference between an attempt and an achievement: this is how haute cuisine advances Haller Street, 21, 39012 Merano BZ Phone: 0473 198 0000 Website Sito web Do you want to discover the latest news and recipes of the most renowned chefs and restaurants in the world La nostra società utilizza inoltre cookie funzionali per registrare informazioni sulle scelte dell’utente e per consentire una personalizzazione del Sito; ad esempio Questi cookie possono essere installati dalla nostra società o da Terze parti In caso di disabilitazione di questi cookie la qualità e l’esperienza di navigazione potrebbe non essere soddisfacente Questi cookie sono installati da social media per consentire la condivisione dei contenuti del presente Sito Essi sono in grado di monitorare la navigazione compiuta anche in altri siti e creano un profilo dell’utente sulla base dei suoi interessi Ciò potrebbe avere un impatto sul contenuto e messaggi visualizzati sugli altri siti visitati non sarà possibile utilizzare o visualizzare questi strumenti di condivisione per l’installazione e l’uso di tali cookie occorre il consenso dell’utente Per maggiori informazioni consulta la pagna cookies policy From 7 to 9 June 2025, Cirò, home of the legendary Cirò DOC, will host one of the most prestigious events dedicated to wine and gastronomic excellence: the Merano Wine Festival Calabria - ‘’Cirò: Essence of the South‘’. For three days, the Calabrian village will become the centre of taste and the art of wine-making, celebrating not only the best wines of the area, but also Italian and international food and wine excellence. Among exclusive tastings, master classes with international experts, meetings with producers and round tables, visitors will be able to immerse themselves in the culture of wine and quality cuisine. A unique opportunity to discover the beating heart of Southern Italy, where tradition, innovation and passion come together to tell the best of Calabria and the international wine scene. Street viewInterestedFestivalsThe Spicy Night19 - 21 Sep Jul 18 - 23 Aug other dates: Jul 19, 2025, Jul 20, 2025, Aug 21, 2025, Aug 22, 2025 and Aug 23, 2025 Last update: May 5, 2025 6:01 AMContent owned by the Calabria Region | Tourism and Commerce Department issued under CC-BY License Download OFFICIAL TOURIST INFORMATION SITE © 2022 Calabria Region Tourism and Commerce Department WCIA.com Brandon Merano is a central Illinois native who started his journalism career his senior year at SIU working for WSILTV in Carterville, Illinois. He began as an associate producer, morning show photographer then reporter upon graduation from Southern Illinois University where he graduated with honors. When he was 17 years old, Brandon enlisted in the Illinois Air National Guard where he served as an in-flight refueler, otherwise known as a “boom operator” deploying more than a dozen times in the Pacific, Europe and Middle East. He is currently still serving as a Lieutenant in the Air National Guard to this day. After 6 years and a promotion to evening anchor at WSIL, Merano went on to work at KSDKTV as an anchor/reporter in St. Louis for three years,  then WBBM in Chicago as a reporter. He was nominated for multiple regional Emmy’s along the way, winning one in St. Louis. Brandon is also a huge Cardinal, Blues, Bears, and Bulls fan. He’s covered multiple Cardinal pennant chases, a Blues Stanley Cup Championship in 2019 and the PGA Championship in 2018. From Wednesday 17 July, the Bozen/Bolzano-Meran/Merano railway line will return to normal operation. The 30-day closure was planned by RFI, the infrastructure manager, in order to carry out extensive work in preparation for the installation of the European Train Control System (ETCS), which will allow trains to run in close succession and increase the safety of the entire infrastructure. Unfortunately, this will not be the last closure and in anticipation of similar work planned for summer 2025, the Provincial Mobility Department, in close cooperation with südtirolmobil, is collecting feedback from users in order to plan and implement the replacement bus service to make it more efficient and in line with the needs of travellers. Fourth edition for the exhibition Architetture recenti in Alto Adige [Recent Architecture in South Tyrol], open at Merano Arte from 27 October to 16 February: created in collaboration with the Fondazione Architettura Alto Adige and the Südtiroler Künstlerbund, the exhibition offers an overview of a territory recognised as one of the most significant centres of experimentation in this field. From the more than 240 proposals received, an international jury composed of the curator Filippo Bricolo, Annette Spiro and Elisa Valero selected a list of 56 projects that show the evolution of architecture in the South Tyrol region over the last six years, expanding a survey that in its entirety covers a time span from 2000 to today. The heart of the investigation focuses on two fundamental questions: does an architecture of South Tyrol exist? And if so, what are its distinctive characteristics? The array of projects, rather than providing a definitive answer, is intended as a starting point for critical analysis and an open debate, in part through the identification of a few key categories. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Naviga il sito di Iodonna.it, Amica.it, Oggi.it, Living.corriere.it, Viaggi.corriere.it, Abitare.it e Style.corriere.it rifiutando tutti i cookie di profilazione ad eccezione di quelli tecnici necessari. 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ItalyChevron MeranoChevron Palace Merano ticks all the boxes for those searching for a deeply restorative and transformative mid-life reset in luxurious surroundings. The pretty Belle Epoque hotel, set in a valley amidst the snow-capped Dolomites was initially constructed in 1906 to serve aristocrats that flocked here at the turn of the century with cavernous spaces filled with chandeliers marble columns and antiques that suit the presidents pop stars and Euro couples that have been coming here for decades An adjoining castle offers entirely private access to therapy rooms it's had a rehaul – and we were first in to check it out This is the original medical spa where Henri Chenot developed his famed method which combines Traditional Chinese Medicine with state-of-the-art tech and a 360 approach to deep cleansing the body and resetting the mind the entire 1200 square metre spa was given a complete overhaul but the medical philosophy remains the same – 70 per cent of clients return here once or twice a year for that continuity Palace Merano is assuredly doing what it’s done best for decades Dr Massimiliano Mayrhofer (or Dr Max as almost everyone knows him) who worked alongside Chenot for two decades preventative programme in which the mind and body must be treated in unison from daily hydrotherapy and massage to the restricted but delicious diet focus on detoxing the body from the inside out The solid and effective messaging from the whole team – many of whom have worked at the hotel for decades – is a crucial part of this especially if changes will be sustained once guests leave the very controlled environment of the hotel While the underlying philosophy may not have changed the tech has – the newest introduction is a posturology department that will digitally analyse how a client’s body moves and then devise an exercise plan around it Most people are here for the six-day signature Revital Detox for Longevity (70 per cent of whom are repeat clients) It’s an intense and holistic programme aimed at efficiently eliminating toxins while boosting the mind and body with antioxidant-packed nutrition rebalancing energic treatments (that work in a similar way to acupuncture but without needles) and a programme of daily treatments and bespoke interventions and colonic irrigation through to aesthetic treatments An entire 1500 square metre floor of the hotel houses a medical wing and a visit with the doctor is obligatory for anyone on the Revital programme They are also scanned by the DEXA body scanner (which instantly delivers detailed information on bone density body fat and muscle mass) and have extensive blood tests (giving a full breakdown of blood count tumour markers) – giving the team a complete picture of what is happening inside the body The six-day Revital programme is based around a daily hydrotherapy and massage routine beginning with a 20-minute soak in a warm aromatherapy jet bath you'll have an algae-based hot mud wrap with ice-cold mud applied from the knees down to boost circulation After an intense pummelling with hydrotherapy jets next comes the signature cupping massage – a detoxifying and highly effective hour that aims to flush out toxins The excellent Giovanna Dornelli returned tone to my neglected legs over six days of massage – and also recommended the facial version of the cupping massage to aid lymphatic drainage and promote a firmer There’s an implicit sense that the team will get to the bottom of any health concerns or issues after mentioning a heavy arm and shoulder that had been bothering me for 18 months I was booked in for two sessions with osteopath Mattia Zanni who immediately pinpointed the postural issues that were causing it While everyone here repeats the mantra that weight loss is not the aim the restricted but delicious plant-based diet (no alcohol dairy or meat is served) and a one-day fast means that most guests lose around 3kg It's worth considering if this kind of restricted diet is for you or if this likely weight loss is something you want But the real goal is to reboot the mind and body and six days is long enough to activate a fundamental mental shift to a healthier approach lectures on nutrition and straight-talking advice from Dr Max (build muscle eat more vegetables) and onsite dieticians who prepare extensive eating plans for when you leave as well as ongoing support (they are currently working on an app that will allow guests to be in touch with the hotel between their visits) The spacious rooms echo the glamorous mood of the public spaces with marble bathrooms and light-filled spacious bedrooms. Newer rooftop suites have generous terraces, too, and sun worshippers should ask for a south-facing room that overlooks the pool and gardens. The relaxed and cosseting atmosphere means that solo travellers feel perfectly at ease. The efficient waiters make lunches, and dinners feel like an event with their warmth and quickfire service. Despite the formality at dinner – with an occasional harpist – it never feels stuffy or intimidating. It’s an indulgence to come here, but it’s also an investment for future health and wellbeing – and as such, by the time you leave, the restoration and feel-good factor feel priceless. All listings featured on Condé Nast Traveler are independently selected by our editors. If you book something through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission. up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse We understand that time is the greatest luxury which is why Condé Nast Traveler mines its network of experts and influencers so that you never waste a meal or a hotel stay wherever you are in the world the Sissi Gardens in Merano reopen on 1st April.  Everything is ready to inaugurate this new season among seductive fragrances and aromatic spices A riot of colours is ready to welcome lovers of flowers and plants from all over the world in the 80 botanical environments on an area of 12 hectares laurel and rosemary await the first warm rays of spring Also for this new season the Sissi Gardens are waiting for you with many events they are one of the most popular destinations in South Tyrol The focus will be on the theme of biodiversity There will be established events such as the World Music Festival Friday evening openings in the summer months Discover opening hours, prices and how to get to the Sissi Gardens the Gardens stay open until 11 p.m.!The Touriseum closes at 9 pm.The evening guided tour starts at 7 p.m.The Café des Palmes does not accept reservations Hotel | Chalet Das Alpenschlössel is a 5-star hotel in San Martino in Passi.. The Quellenhof Luxury Resort Passeier is a 5-star hotel located in San Mart.. The 4-star Hotel Greif in the centre of Bolzano is a jewel of design The Alphotel Tyrol in Racines is perfect for a holiday in direct contact wi.. Different services at their disposal: pl.. The Granpanorama Wellness Hotel Sambergerhof is situated at a heavenly 1500.. Presulis Hideaway Apartments & Restaurant on the Alpe di Siusi is the i.. situated between Siusi and Fiè allo Sciliar,.. Immersed in an unspoiled landscape between Ortisei and Castelrotto The Sporthotel Zoll in Sterzing is not just a hotel The Consortium “Roter Hahn” offers over 1600 accommodations in South Tyrol,.. the electrification of the Vinschgau/Val Venosta railway line will enter a decisive phase The old signalling system will be gradually dismantled the new overhead lines and the European Train Control System (ETCS) which have been extensively tested and approved will be installed on existing and new trains All this will require the line to be partially closed between Laas/Lasa and Mals/Malles and then completely closed between Meran/Merano and Mals/Malles FAQs - Frequently asked questions A replacement bus service will operate during this period of train suspension Replacement bus service  Bus services 271 and 272: changes from 16 February 2025  Due to the interruption of the train service between Laas/Lasa and Mals/Malles the timetables of some bus services in Obervinschgau/Alta Val Venosta have also been adjusted From Sunday 16 February bus services 271 and 272 will both run every hour and will serve all the stops along the route The second interruption will affect the entire railway line (Meran/Merano-Mals/Malles) and will start on Sunday 26 October 2025 This is expected to last until the end of March 2026 with the Laas/Lasa-Mals/Malles line operating only in the mornings and evenings for a further two months All the information on the replacement services during the total closure from October 2025 will be constantly updated and can be found on our app or website Updates and details of the replacement bus service can be found in the timetables section Bike transport: not allowed on replacement buses Wellness travelA-listers swear by the detoxing benefits of this Italian wellness retreat – could it help me start 2024 right?After a boozy, stressful Christmas season, Madeleine Spencer was in need of some serious mind But how would she fare in the sensory deprivation tank and with all that very un-British nakedness at Palace Merano’s luxurious A-list retreat For someone who considers themselves an authority on wellness retreats and who has embedded many of their practices into daily life my December looked a bit like a month from the diary of Keith Richards Drinks in Soho until I was tipped into a taxi well past midnight A debauched birthday party where the gin and tonics segued into champagne and then schnapps seamlessly many beige foods where vegetables ought to have been the fusion of Chinese and Western medicine with proper testing to determine a course of action was what really appealed and so I handed my body over to their doctors and energy experts in the hope of returning to London renewed I start proceedings in a flotation tank – and my head is bothering me is the reason I have been sent into this world of silent darkness) but my actual head as if it might dip below the water should I truly release it I ponder if the doctor also wants me to let go in this regard and not just figuratively but then the nurse told me not to get the saltwater in my eyes I start to consider what other people do with their heads then question whether mine is perhaps heavier than the norm then decide I should probably stay alert and vigilant for the next hour – and so I begin wrestling with my mind more intensively than usual Read more on spa and wellness breaks: Doctor Silvano Mascadri didn’t arrive at the conclusion that my head was really in need of a break by accident or even by listening to my stream of thoughts when he asked how I was Palace Merano is pretty hot on diagnostics and during my very first day and postural analysis among others – all of which inform my schedule for the ensuing days The results resoundingly find that I have been handed a rather standard-issue body (thanks despite having endured a few big nights out is showing up in the form of excess cortisol racing through me with energy testing revealing tension in my head and intestine (where stress has a little party in the gut My doctor tells me that they will focus on this as well as giving my body an overall rest and reset adding that “the mind and the body are not as separate as people think really they are the same thing – but you do need a little help to be still inside yourself” floating in water that is 33 per cent salt and I decide to check my breasts while I’ve got time to do a really thorough job I think about mermaids and feel duped by the depiction of Triton’s palace in The Little Mermaid because surely it’d be all dark close to the bottom of the ocean rather than technicolour My doctor tells me that ‘the mind and the body are not as separate as people think really they are the same thing – but you do need a little help to be still inside yourself’ the pre-Raphaelite muse and artist Elizabeth Siddall modelling for Millais’s Ophelia springs to mind bath water cooling around her as time ticked on badminton consumes more than a few minutes as I decide that I need to take it up again By the time I’m thinking about Midsomer Murders and how this tank would be an excellent setting for the discovery of a body I decide the doctor is right: these racing thoughts surely can’t be serving me very well around the eighth staff member to have seen me fully nude during my various treatments and I am by this point inured to the staff seeing my unclothed form) and I pad through the magnificently appointed corridors – we are talking more than five chandeliers in virtually every view – convinced I have to find a way to quieten my mind unless it’s directly engaged in a task The doctor has suggested dancing when back in London shaking in front of the mirror to “Gettin’ Jiggy Wit It” amused by the combination of my flailing form and the majesty of those many chandeliers and the backdrop of the Dolomites peeping through my balcony door A quick word on Merano: there are lots of ways to enjoy it. You could come with others who aren’t fully engaged in the programme and experience all the medical facilities while they ski a mere 15 minutes away and join you for an evening meal or tea at the dry bar surrounded by 40,000 subtropical plants thanks to the microclimate Or you could simply spend your time at Palace Merano against a backdrop of the resplendent views encasing it as a drip makes its way into your bloodstream While the emphasis for me is on mindfulness and relaxation the treatments and diagnostics are incredibly comprehensive including everything from hydro-aromatherapy to hormonal assessments to plantar reflexology I found the blend of Chinese and Western modalities effective and holistic and the communication between the different departments very good (this isn’t the case in every medical spa I’ve visited) It’s worth mentioning that the staff are exceptional: friendly and creating a homely atmosphere (which makes sense as I am told by the manager that most members of staff have been there for 10+ years) there is some work needed on the nutrition side of things I felt there was too little education about eating habits as a whole I was given sugar-heavy tropical fruits for breakfast after advising I had PCOS (meaning my body’s relationship with sugar is complicated and eating fruit for breakfast in time be ironed out but ironed out they must be to compete with Merano’s peers on the gut-health level I’d unequivocally recommend Palace Merano if you’d like a thorough medical assessment followed by a genteel detox in sumptuous surroundings I left after four days of treatments and rest with a remarkably still mind conferring a calm that was helpful during the festivities I will be dancing now I’m back in London – and have booked a ballet class for January SkyAlps flights between London and Bolzano start from €184 (£158) each way The four-day Detox for Longevity Programme at Palace Merano is available from €2,860 per person plus €212 which covers compulsory medical examinations with the doctor Accommodation for five nights in single occupancy starts from €1,800 in a Comfort Room Read our reviews of the best hotels in Italy More aboutItaly travelHotelswellness travelDolomitesJoin our commenting forumJoin thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies {"adUnitPath":"71347885/_main_independent/gallery","autoGallery":true,"disableAds":true,"gallery":[{"data":{"title":"Hotel Indycomp Culture new .jpg","description":"Hotel Indycomp Culture new .","caption":"The Italian luxury hotel creates fully customised plans for each guest... celebrities and non-celebrities alike The Italian luxury hotel creates fully customised plans for each guest... celebrities and non-celebrities alike Madeleine Spencer was in need of some serious mind The tastemakers of Monocle aren't just satisfied with jam-packed print publications dedicated to the world's most interesting cultural destinations and musings They're also a purveyor of aesthetic speciality goods hand-picked from Northern Italy and across Europe While a quiet corner in Merano might not seem like the most obvious choice for The Monocle Shop the town's design-conscious sensibilities provide a steady stream of like-minded clientele ShareSaveCommentLifestyleTravel3 Must-Visit Classical Music Festivals In Italy For Summer 2024BySandra MacGregor Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights Sandra MacGregor is a North American writer focusing on luxury travelJun 06 09:33am EDTShareSaveCommentCityscape of Verona Searching for a one-of-a-kind experience this summer Music tourism is on the rise worldwide as travelers look for immersive cultural events to make their trip truly special music lovers in Italy can discover the country's rich musical heritage through with three unique classical music events to the charm of Verona and the magic of Tuscany these three festivals will be music to your ears The Verona Arena is a roman amphitheatre .. enjoy some of the world’s best classical opera amid the enchanting setting of the ancient Roman amphitheater a UNESCO World Heritage Site built in the 1st century AD it’s less than an hour drive from Verona and boasts enviable views of the nearby lake and mountains Andrea Bocelli's 30th Anniversary Performance in Tuscany This will be the 19th edition of the Teatro del Silenzio Andrea Bocelli's highly anticipated event in Lajatico takes place on July 17 and 19 For accommodations, discover for yourself the charm of Forte dei Marmi, Villa Roma Imperiale This opulent retreat offers guests a taste of dolce vita through a blend of glamour Just a 60-minute drive from the Teatro del Silenzio the property has 31 bedrooms with four-poster beds and easy access to the pool and a verdant gated private gardens The city's pristine beaches and calm seas provide an ideal setting for relaxation and rejuvenation The Südtirol Festival Merano gives you the opportunity to enjoy outstanding classical concerts in .. More the evocative Art Nouveau atmosphere of the Merano Kurhaus a world-class spa area spread over three floors Meet the couple who poured their heart and soul into a home in Italy The idea of the forever home is a romanticised concept when it comes to finding the perfect property But what if the perfect property wasn’t the forever home Would you really want to transform it with all your interiors passion mining the clippings collected on Pinterest and from magazines for years for inspiration Would you travel to Europe’s art fairs and flea markets to find the perfect pieces of furniture for it and employ a lighting director to get the ambience just right Looking around her palatial apartment in Merano it’s not hard to see why her family agreed to lavish all their interiors affection on it for a contractual 20 years Window on the world: the view from the kitchen in the Merano apartment Photograph: Fabrizio Cicconi and Francesca Davoli/Inside LivingKaroline – the CEO and creative director of the four-star Küglerhof Hotel established by her late father – and her husband were living in the centre of Merano with dreams of building their own house when they were introduced to the property by a friend in 2016 has adult children who will one day inherit it From the moment they set foot in the apartment the couple decided that they and their children with the extremely high ceilings it was just mind-blowing I knew we would stay for quite a while and I just want it to be beautiful around me,” says Karoline although now I don’t know how with all the stuff that’s in here.” If overhauling a rental home seems a foreign concept it is common to rent and refurbish an apartment – new kitchen the lot – as a tenant as opposed to being its owner Outside in: Karoline Dilitz on the terrace of her home in Merano Photograph: Fabrizio Cicconi and Francesca Davoli/Inside LivingIn early 2017 a six-month refurb commenced to turn the 600 sq metres she says “a lot of work to do to make it ours” They designed and managed the project themselves with the kids in tow employing only a lighting specialist to help them flood the dark space with heaps of light because there are only small windows and they’re all painted,” she says pointing to the cleverly positioned uplighters sitting atop the column plinths in the entrance and the large architectural light installations that adorn each room.“Now we can change the lightning for every occasion from being very light to [more intimate] when we have friends over for dinner.” stainless steel kitchen with quirky pieces Karoline – Karo to her friends – is the cook she’s just dropped the kids off at school and is making jam from a quince windfall in her grandmother’s garden and planning a turkey dinner for that evening because we will be a group of seven and I like to be present with our guests,” she says “I can put the turkey in the oven and he cooks on his own.” The Dilitz house lends itself naturally to entertaining Inside the entrance that doubles as the dining room is the table they had custom-designed for the space surrounded by chairs bought from the shop her mother It was on her reassurance that they painted the room a warm petrol green and Bordeaux red I realised we needed to do something with the walls because everything was white I always double check with my mum and I called her and she agreed Elsewhere, the fluorescent Flamingo light from Penelope Interiors rainbow rugs from cc-tapis (both in Milan) a vintage Murano chandelier (one of seven in the world) hanging casually from a rail and a plastic bust from Simon’s aunt’s jewellery shop bring a quirky touch you get a warm feeling when you come in here.” Breathing space: the living room is made for entertaining with its huge sofas and vintage-inspired drinks trolley Photograph: Fabrizio Cicconi and Francesca Davoli/Inside LivingThe couple’s playful approach has also materialised in a billiards room where they play tournaments with friends Their living room has an eclectic collection of art from Mario Dall to Michel Horski and a huge sofa from Maison & Objet in Paris and a vintage-inspired drinks trolley It is an inviting set-up that Karoline says is “beautiful in every season” the two big wood ovens are getting fired up “We really need them as the ceilings are so high it’s difficult to keep the whole house warm.” as turn shades of teal and burnt umber It’s here The property was originally built in 1899 by Baron Armand Freiherr von Dumreicher an Austrian nobleman who chose Merano following a lung-disease diagnosis on account of it having the cleanest air in Italy at the time it’s providing Karoline and her family with the breathing space they need “It really feels like a place where we feel warm and safe and has given us the possibility to express ourselves – both our taste and our past,” says Dilitz who makes a very good case for living in the now This is the archive of The Observer up until 21/04/2025 The Observer is now owned and operated by Tortoise Media because fortunately good products are more common than bad Purchases made after clicking on those links may help support road.cc by earning us a commission but all of our reviews are fully independent light and pretty good value compared with other similar saddles and if you like yours minimalist on movement and cushioning the Corsa could be just the ticket; if you like a bit of flex and cushioning you probably need to look elsewhere – at least until Merano expands its offerings The Corsa is billed as blending a mix of comfort and speed wanted to create a saddle that was comfortable on long rides > Buy this online here With the saddle coming in at a competitive price point of £95 and just 151g I was intrigued to see if it could live up to the claims with a carbon seatpost and 32mm tyres run at 70psi The Merano Corsa certainly looks the part and has a quality finish with carbon rails and a carbon fibre shell with a leather outer fixed to it by adhesive Under the leather is a thin layer of memory foam which springs straight back into place if you try to push your finger into it the leather showing no signs of wear after 400 miles of use and nothing coming unstuck The lugs into which the carbon rails are attached are certainly substantial more so than other carbon saddles I have used and I had no worries about any aspect of the saddle failing with repeated use I found during seated climbing I did not have enough support to push against and I was able to move forwards and backwards depending on how aero I wanted to be I found it good for getting deep in the drops and this was where I felt I got the most out of it It feels like it would be best suited for crit racing or time trialling on flatter > How to choose the right saddle + 21 of the best The Corsa is certainly very stiff – stiffer than most saddles I have tried the central area flexes by just a few millimetres The foam padding doesn't have much give to it either; I was able to push the short edge of a ruler into it by approximately 2mm If I could rate the Merano on a level of stiffness scale I would say it's a 9 out of 10 for stiffness I tried pressing the short edge of a ruler into some other common saddle surfaces I could get a Prologo Nago Evo to dent 7mm into the padding and get the saddle to "flex" or bend 4mm I could get a Fizik Antares to dent 8mm into the padding And a Planet X Superlight to dent 7mm into the padding and flex 7mm If you are looking for a very rigid saddle Merano rates the Corsa as comfortable for rides of 70 miles or so because of how hard and stiff the central area is I found my sit bones started to ache after about 25 to 30 miles and if you like hard and stiff saddles you might get on with it better than I did The Merano's £95 price, which includes free shipping to UK customers, is pretty good. The Giant Contact SLR which also comes with a carbon shell and rails and which we also rated as a stiff saddle The Syncros Tofino also costs £129.99 as well as a carbon-reinforced shell and carbon rails > Buyer’s Guide: 15 of the best high-performance saddles Merano also has a decent and fair returns policy – if you let the company know within three weeks from date of purchase that you intend to return the saddle I found the Merano Corsa too stiff for the riding I do – mainly commuting during the week with longer rides of 40-50 miles at the weekend but I think adding 4-5mm of additional padding and allowing a little more flex along the central cutout area would improve the comfort with other products in the works from Merano we will see future variants on the Corsa that can accommodate that though some may find it too stiff and not cushioned enough Tell us what the product is for and who it's aimed at How does that compare to your own feelings about it The Merano Corsa saddle is billed as blending a mix of comfort and speed "The Corsa saddle was designed with comfort and speed in mind along with super-light memory foam and fine leather skin It is amongst the best in class in terms of weight and in a league of its own for ride quality." Tell us some more about the technical aspects of the product The Merano Corsa has a carbon fibre shell with a leather cover fixed by adhesive 5.5cm of marked adjustment fore and aft on the saddle rails There is a very slight increase in height at the back and cutouts at the rear and in the central channel for additional comfort The saddle weighs in at slightly less than the advertised weight of 155g The road.cc Scales of Truth showed it to come in at 151g dead on The Merano Corsa looks very similar to the Specialized Toupe and I had comments from several people who thought it was made by "the big S" The Merano Corsa saddle feels well made; the leather shows no signs of wear after 400 miles of use and appears well fixed to the carbon shell I had no worries about any aspect of the saddle failing with repeated use The Merano is stiffer than most saddles I have tried and I was able to move around fore and aft in the saddle depending on how aero I wanted to be It is a saddle for getting deep in the drops No issues with wear and tear during the test The saddle top and carbon rails remain unmarked despite being moved a few times to get the correct fit during testing and there's nothing to suggest it won't last well Saddle comfort is subjective – what works for one person may feel completely the opposite for another I found the Merano Corsa to be overly hard and stiff with not enough padding or flex in the central area I got other riders in my cycling group to give it a go and everyone commented that it was a very stiff saddle I can't help thinking that it could appeal to a greater number of riders by adding another 4-5mm of foam padding depth and enabling the central area to flex a little more It stacks up well against the Giant Contact SLR and Syncros Tofino both £129.99; £95 for a 151g saddle is a good price Tell us how the product performed overall when used for its designed purpose Merano rates the Corsa as comfortable for rides for 70 miles or so and people who like hard and stiff saddles might get on with it better than I did The Merano seems most suited to riding on the drops and on a good road surface Tell us what you particularly liked about the product Merano has a decent and fair returns policy too – let Merano know within three weeks from date of purchase if you intend to return and it will provide a full refund Tell us what you particularly disliked about the product I found the Merano Corsa too stiff for the riding I do – mainly commuting with longer rides at the weekend I could feel each bump and pothole in the road despite running 32mm tyres and on a relaxed gravel bike With 4-5mm of additional padding and more flex along the central cutout area How does the price compare to that of similar products in the market At £95 including free shipping to UK based customers and comes in at 184g; it too features a cutout and a firm ride Would you recommend the product to a friend If they wanted a very firm saddle with little flex Use this box to explain your overall score I wanted to like the Merano Corsa – it really looks the part and is well constructed I found the lack of flex and stiffness too much for longer rides but I'm giving it a 7 overall because saddle comfort is subjective and it is a high quality model at a good price I usually ride: GT Grade  My best bike is: Boardman ASR 8.9 I've been riding for: Over 20 years  I ride: Most days  I would class myself as: Experienced I regularly do the following types of riding: commuting please consider subscribing to the site to support us directly As a subscriber you can read road.cc ad-free The revenue from adverts helps to fund our site then please consider subscribing to road.cc from as little as £1.99 Our mission is to bring you all the news that’s relevant to you as a cyclist As mcvitees73 said this is just a generic chineese saddle it's been on my winter bike for three years I'm thinking of getting another for my summer bike it must be used with a seat post designed for oval rails you pays your rmoney and takes your chance I once had a saddle with rails identical to these They cracked after a few months of normal use (65kg rider Perhaps these rails can survive seatposts with full top and bottom clamps (such as the Thomson seatposts) but beware anything with side-clamps or a rocker and two yokes This is just a generic Chinese carbon saddle I bought one on eBay for about £15 which is identical Wouldn't recommend using on a mountain bike - edges gave my thighs bruises after I had to repeatidly do re-mount jumps in a race Combination of saddle lack of padding and my ineptitude.. 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Terms and conditions of use CBS12 News is learning more details about an attempted kidnapping in Palm Beach Gardens in an apartment complex typically described as safe by residents The incident happened at the San Merano at Mirasol complex around 7 p.m The mother of the two children involved in the incident did not want to go on camera or release her name were playing outside in front of their apartment along with other neighborhood children as they always do on the weekends The mother says she and her husband were inside making dinner when she says their daughter started screaming for them to come outside she says they saw a “white male grabbing their son and spinning him around.” Her daughter was trying to stop the suspect and that’s when the mother says he “pushed her daughters head down.” I-Team: Solar company accused of deceptive sales tactics She says multiple neighbors also heard the screams and quickly came out to help That’s when she says a male neighbor knocked the suspect out and they cornered him until law enforcement came and took him into custody The mother described the male suspect as “mumbling The mother tells CBS12 the suspect lives in this complex but she’s never seen him prior to this incident The mother says both of her children are safe and unharmed following this incident She adds law enforcement officials called her daughter a “little hero” for getting her parents and neighbors attention so quickly and her heroic actions to stop the suspect and save her brother The mother says she is pressing charges against the suspect CBS12 has reached out to Palm Beach Gardens Police and Fire for more details including the name of the suspect and charges Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/BMWGroup Twitter: http://twitter.com/BMWGroup YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/BMWGroupView Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bmwgroup LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bmw-group/ Here you can see the webcast of the BMW Group Press Conference at the Auto Shanghai 2025 Every year do you promise yourself to visit at least one market but you find yourself right around Christmas and you haven't managed to organize yourself? If you have decided to leave on the occasion of the opening of the sparkling wooden houses, here are some ideas. THE Christmas markets di Merano they reflect the city that hosts them The city is nestled between the Alps where the peaks frame the urban heart and the high altitude can be reached in an instant walk through the snow-covered woods and sunbathe even in winter Since 29 6 November to January 2025 the illuminated houses overlook the promenade that runs along the Passirio river The stalls display craftsmanship made in South Tyrol but also many typical dishes with the use of organic and local products it will be illuminated by the lights of the large tree that will act as a backdrop many will be held during the weekends and Christmas holidays creative workshops for children starting from 4 years: whoever accepts the invitation will be able to make a little angel in macramé or decorations for the tree in natural materials the disturbing masked men who wreak havoc on the 6th December when Saint Nicholas comes out to distribute sweets to good children the bizarre characters who according to legend came down from the mountains to terrorize the inhabitants of the nearby villages and rob them of the supplies needed for the winter season is announced by the incessant sound of cowbells that bursts into the elegant streets On the new Merano app it will be possible to consult the program of market events and obtain all the useful information to plan your experience but also book guided tours Read more! 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Where: Meran/Merano, Bürgersaal/Sala Civica, Otto-Huber-Straße 8/Via Otto Huber 8 (Maps) After Brixen/Bressanone and Bruneck/Brunico Meran/Merano will be equipped with an intermodal and multifunctional centre for integrated mobility efficient and inclusive hub that will offer travellers a unique experience in the world of mobility facilitating orientation and bringing together interchange points between railway stations bus stops and integrated parking services for bicycles and cars The project of the new mobility centre in Meran/Merano will be presented to interested stakeholders and citizens during the Infoday where technicians from the Province and STA – Südtiroler Transportstrukturen AG/ Strutture Trasporto Alto Adige SpA will discuss the current state of development of the project It is possible to attend the Infoday without booking Photo/Example: Bruneck/Brunico mobility centre area architetti and designer harry thaler have renovated a 4-star campsite in the alpine town of merano in south tyrol as part of a fundamental structural renovation of the 15,000 sqm site the italian architects were commissioned by LIVE merano camping to create a central place for campsite facilities that’s open and at the same time clearly defined and identifiable; visible and easily reachable from every point of the campsite the central facilities are composed of a series of connected the buildings are aligned parallel to one another following the same orthogonal pattern of the adjacent town in both shape and arrangement this composition generates a variety of outdoor spaces and allows campers to permeate through the complex from any side it also helps to differentiate the different functions the program of the new campsite complex includes a reception a spa area complete with sauna and turkish bath there are also little outdoor niches to relax on sun loungers the architecture is simple and sympathetic to the surroundings its low-lying form and black exterior don’t try to compete with the incredible mountain scenery in the background are contrasted with white to create a stylish monochrome look LIVE merano camping also prioritizes environmental awareness and operates as a completely plastic-free campsite name: live merano camping architecture: area architetti associati (andrea fregoni & roberto pauro) in collaboration with harry thaler  executive design and construction management: eng year: 2020 photography: samuel holzner | @samuelholzner_fotografie AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style PAWNEE — When lifelong baseball man Tony Duenas took over as head softball coach at Pawnee High School this spring both parties — coach and players — knew some adjustment time would be needed “There were a few times when (Duenas) would use baseball lingo that was a little different,” said Pawnee senior pitcher Madison Merano There’s been stuff like that.”   Chasing history   The Indians hope to sit in on several more postgame huddles before season’s end After winning the Class 1A Pawnee Regional on Saturday Anthony (14-9) in the Moweaqua Sectional semifinals at 4:30 p.m All four teams at Moweaqua have comparable records with Ramsey (14-10) meeting Toledo Cumberland (15-10) in the first semifinal at 4:30 p.m would give Pawnee its first sectional softball crown is 12-5 in her first season as the team’s No 1 pitcher after primarily playing first base her first three seasons But Duenas notes that everyone in his young lineup (including three seniors) is batting better than .300 Merano said everyone has adapted to the new coach and new roles just in time for the postseason push “I think our offense has gotten better compared to the start of the year,” Merano said “Some people were playing positions they weren’t used to but I think we’re peaking at the right time.” who most recently served as the baseball pitching coach at Sacred Heart-Griffin said tough regular-season compeition helps a team regardless of the sport Pawnee plays in the Class 1A MSM Conference and the 2A Sangamo with the Indians going 4-2 in the Sangamo with losses to New Berlin and powerful Williamsville “Playing in the Sangamo definitely helped,” Duenas said and we’re probably not going to see another Hayley Long (Williamsville pitcher) I think it instills confidence in players.” While this has been the 47-year-old Duenas’ softball-coaching debut he was confident he could handle the task after assembling a long baseball resume He was a baseball standout at Belleville Althoff High School and Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville He then spent three years as a pitcher in the Chicago Cubs organization before an injury forced him to give up the big-league dream He coached high school ball in the Metro East area and also served as an assistant at Southern Ilinois-Edwardsville served as the girls varsity basketball coach at Pawnee this past season When he was hired as a teacher in the Pawnee district served as interim softball coach last spring after the death of longtime Pawnee coach Jim Salzeider Duenas thinks playing for Kratochvil last year helped the girls make the adjustment for this season “But sometimes I’d say something and (the players) would look at me like and I have a lot of respect for what these kids have gone through It’s been fun.”   Dave Kane can be reached at 788-1544 By subscribing, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy Building on the last of its cozy 2021 offerings, Munich-based A Kind of Guise kicks off the new year by adding to its ever-growing arsenal of footwear Cut from the finest nubuck leather with a satin finish the label introduces two classic colorways of its all-new Merano Boot silhouette Named after the beautiful Italian town that can be found nestled in the majestic mountains of South Tyrol the Merano comes equipped with a grippy Vibram sole and subtle branding on the footbed (CBS12) — A scary situation unfolded on a Sunday night in a quiet Palm Beach Gardens community A mother told CBS12 News a strange man tried to kidnap her young child while he was at the playground with his sister in the San Merano at Mirasol apartment complex Police say Gibson was trying to leave with the 4-year-old son the incident happened near Portofino Drive around 7 p.m See also: Mom speaks out following attempted kidnapping in Palm Beach Gardens apartment complex her 8-year-old daughter tried to stop Gibson from grabbing the 4-year-old “There was a man in the playground with his shirt off and no shoes Most of the residents have never seen him before So we weren't sure who he was or what he was doing here And really bottom line was he put his hands on a few kids," said resident DanielGlebenyak “You could tell something wasn't right very aggressive with the kids," said residentLee Hurley The daughter's screams caught the attention of the whole neighborhood Including neighbor Lee Hurley who was walking his dogs “The gentleman had tried to leave the park after He approached me and tried to do a little stance to attack me So I had hit him and put him down," said Hurley He punched the man and ultimately stopped him from getting away The situation was taken care of very fast,” said Hurley Court records indicate that Gibson was supposed to appear in court today but was unable to since he is in the hospital Gibson was arrested and faces charges of false imprisonment of a child He was denied bond and not allowed to have contact with the victim Gibson's first appearance will be May 24 at 10 a.m The 476-unit San Merano at Mirasol apartment complex in Palm Beach Gardens was sold last week for $69.06 million The sale of the nearly 30-acre property at 100 Portofino Circle closed on July 1 It was sold to an affiliate of Boston-based TA Realty Associates "It's a great opportunity for them and we're pleased with the outcome," said Scott Webb which sold the property through its affiliate the Grande at Mirasol Inc "We have no more multi-family pieces and strategically it made sense for Kolter to do the transaction." The Palm Beach County Property Appraiser's Office lists the 2009 total market value for the complex at $54.2 million Kolter's purchase price for the property wasn't immediately available Webb said the complex was an off-market sale built the One City Plaza and Two City Plaza condo towers in downtown West Palm Beach The San Merano at Mirasol is part of a larger community that includes the Country Club at Mirasol and Mirabella at Mirasol Webb said his company had considered converting the San Merano apartments into condominiums but decided against it as the real estate market collapsed He said he believes TA Realty Associates will keep the development as apartments "They are great operators of multi-family and will do great with the asset," Webb said TrendingDevelopmentDallasATCI scores multifamily construction loan for McKinney project216-unit project in McKinney to cost $52M; one of three multifamily projects in development via subsidiary Pillar Income Asset Management Transcontinental Realty Investors landed a construction loan for a McKinney multifamily project The publicly traded Dallas-based firm received a $25.4 million loan to build the Merano The interest rate is prime plus 0.25 percent The lender wasn’t identified in the filing The 216-unit property is expected to be completed in 2025 and will cost almost $52 million It will be located at Heritage Drive and Pearson Avenue in McKinney a booming suburb about 35 miles from downtown Dallas The Merano is one of three projects in development by the firm via subsidiary Pillar Income Asset Management TCI is also building a 240-unit building in Lake Wales The Lake Wales project is expected to cost $55 million about $229,000 per unit; the Temple project is expected to cost $50 million Both developments are expected to be delivered next year Transcontinental landed a $33 million construction loan in March 2023 The firm secured a $23.5 million loan for the Temple project in December TCI’s financing feats come amid a tough lending environment High interest rates have dried up the recently robust development pipeline. Multifamily building permits were down more than 10 percent for the year ending in November DFW is starting to reckon with the results of the multifamily building spree apartment occupancy rates decreased from 91.8 percent to 90 percent TCI has a portfolio of four office buildings and 14 multifamily properties In 2022, the firm and Australia’s Macquarie Group entered into a joint venture known as Victory Abode Apartments TCI and its subsidiary Southern Properties Capital contributed more than 50 multifamily assets to the joint venture’s portfolio; Macquarie made “a substantial equity investment.” The fortieth anniversary of that historic clash in Merano inspired the right occasion to launch the “Giornate degli Scacchi” in Italian and will be held from 22 to 27 July in Merano and Bolzano The organization of the event was the result of collaboration between Italian and Russian associations of players The strongest chess players from South Tyrol the Philippines and Russia will meet on the chessboards a team from the Moscow Chess Federation will take part in the tournament Fans of this intellectual game are looking forward to the tournaments for this reason too as the Russian chess school is rich in its history and world-class victories The inauguration of the South Tyrolean Chess Days will take place at the Kurhaus Merano on 22 July and will be scheduled to coincide with the 55th World Chess Day which since 1966 has been celebrated by chess players from all over the world on 20 July vice president of the chess club ARCI Bolzano will present the main events in the chess history of Merano with particular attention to the 1981 match between A Moscow champion in 2012 and European rapid champion in 2015) will hold a simultaneous game session with the strongest young chess players in South Tyrol The 16th international tournament “Open di Bolzano – Bozner Open” will take place from 23 to 25 July at the Palazzo del Commercio in Bolzano the Philippines and young Moscow chess players will all gather at the chessboards in the magnificent halls of the Museum of Commerce of the Bolzano Chamber of Commerce and Industry The team leaders are Grand Master Ivan Popov Moscow champion and European fast-paced champion multiple Russian junior champion in various age categories as well as Russian Internet blitz champion Moscow Chess School Anatoly Karpov will be represented at the tournament by: The South Tyrolean Chess Days will continue at the Russian Center silver medal at the World Championships among juniors and champion of Italy will hold her masterclasses on 26 and 27 July will present some of the games played by A Chess lovers can not only learn more about the history of chess in Merano but also play and / or invent complex chess games in the special atmosphere of the beautiful park of the historic Villa Borodin will challenge the strongest Meranese chess player There is no doubt that Chess Days will become a true celebration of sports We wish the participants a brilliant game and excellent moves Published with the support of the Russkiy Mir Foundation The event has the patronage and support of: Merano is an alpine town in northern Italy with its own chess history. The first pages of Merano’s chess history date back to the early fourteenth century, as evidenced by the chess symbols on the coins of the Tyrolean county “Meraner Kreuzer”, dated 1300. In 1924 and 1926 Merano hosted some of the most important international tournaments of the early twentieth century with the participation of the strongest chess players, including E. Grunfeld, A. Rubinstein, S. Tarrasch, A. Seleznev, R. Spielman, E Colle. In 1980 the finalist tournament between R. Huber and V. Korchnoi took place in Merano and in 1981 the game for the chess crown between A. Karpov and V. Korchnoi. The famous “Defense of Merano” (1.d4 d5 – 2.c4 c6 – 3.Cf3 Cf6 – 4.Cc3 e6 – 5.e3 Cbd7 – 6.Ad3 dxc4 – 7.Axc4 b5), which was successfully used by A. Rubinstein in a match against E. Grunfeld in the 1924 tournament in Merano. and although it has all the hallmarks of a grand hotel it is really more of a hole in the time and space continuum from which you reappear a week after entering a decade younger It’s a remarkable hub of committed and skilful staff wonderful facilities and tiny food portions a formally Austrian region now part of Italy nestled within a basin at the entrance to the Passeier Valley It’s flanked on three sides by mountains that are perfect for long The hotel itself is a 114-year-old grand Palladian affair looking down on the town like it had been dropped from the sky via Cannes On the first day my physical state was analysed using an electronic energising treatment based on the ancient Chinese principle of meridians the pathways through which energy flows around the body stomach and intestines were under abnormal stress After that I had the first of three electrical acupuncture treatments designed to rebalance these anomalies I was lucky enough to meet Monsieur Chenot for a private consultation and he confirmed the rather predictable analysis of my overworked biology declare that my bone structure was the densest he had ever seen Chenot has developed what he calls Biotology which is the perfectly sensible idea that physical emotional and mental health are linked and all need to be treated together though it was a little disconcerting to be told by several practitioners looking worryingly over one chart or another that I was probably depressed or just a bit sad The treatments evolve through- out the week to meet the findings of your doctor intravenous vitamin infusions and activity treatments your initial check-ups (blood and urine tests could then lead to any number of further adventures Osteopathy was added to adjust a hip problem and colon-hydro therapy was included to gym sessions with a personal trainer and power walks among the pungent orchards that blanket the lower hills of the mountains The hardcore option (the easy option is for oligarchs’ wives and softies) is the only way to get the full benefit of your hard work The detox diet leaves you with an egg cup of fruit and nuts for breakfast a soup and miniscule vegetable dish for lunch and a “three-course” meal for dinner The important thing is that you forgo carbs The reward for almost three days of fasting was to break my abstinence with a piece of grilled fish which by that point tasted like some kind of alien food from the remote Planet Flavour the charts that once showed a deficiency in some areas (zinc Vitamin D) and the alarming stresses imposed by my lifestyle (sorry liver) with the workrate and health of my organs in balance for When I walked through my front door – 4.5kg lighter radiating pure light from my skin and eyes – my wife said “Wow BUFFALO — It would be easy for Buffalo Tri-City High School softball players to lose their concentration in the field who’s averaging almost 10 strikeouts a game how often do her teammates have to come up with a key defensive play But the Tornadoes were ready when the time came on Tuesday when they committed just one error and came up with two fielding gems in the fourth inning of a 5-0 MSM Conference victory over previously unbeaten Pawnee “My team definitely picked me up today,” said Shumaker a senior right-hander who allowed four hits and posted her fifth shutout Shumaker (7-1) struck out seven and walked two as the Tornadoes climbed to 7-1 overall and 2-0 in the MSM The teams will meet again Thursday at Pawnee where the Indians are expected to go with junior right-hander Madison Merano Merano is the main pitcher this week because Pawnee’s No walked none and had a respectable performance overall Five of the Tornadoes’ nine hits were of the infield variety and Merano allowed just three earned runs as the Indians committed three errors “This was (Merano’s) third start of the season who’s served as Pawnee head coach since the death of Jim Salzeider on March 22 I give (Shumaker) credit for keeping our bats quiet most of the way.” Tri-City’s three-run second inning started with back-to-back singles by Shumaker and Hunt with Shumaker drilling one off the fence in left center A Pawnee error and a Lexie Jarrett sacrifice fly made it 1-0 Megan Spain laid down a squeeze bunt that turned into a hit to make it 2-0 The Tornadoes added a run in the third when Kyla Haukap led off with a single and later scored on Stephanie Watkins’ sacrifice fly Tri-City’s Lexie Jarett reached on a Pawnee error to lead off the fourth and later scored on Katie Price’s infield hit After right fielder Haukap robbed Shelby Thornton with a running catch of Thornton’s drive to right center to start the inning The Indians eventually had runners at second and third with two out But Tri-City shortstop Haley Daniels went to her right to collect a hard-hit grounder by Becky Rhoades and Daniels made a long throw to first to get Rhoades on a close play “We’ve been solid defensively so far,” said Tri-City coach Brad Sturdy “We got a lot of mileage out of Leah; she’s striking out a lot of people But (Pawnee) put the ball out there a little more but we need the other team to put the ball in play I’m happy with what we’ve done because we’ve got some people in positions they haven’t played for a while.” 404Page Not FoundLooks like we can't find this page