We all know the benefits that rest can bring, but so few of us actually take the time to do it properly. And no, looking away from your laptop for five minutes to scroll through your phone does not constitute meaningful rest.
When done properly, resting can be something of an artform. And to see it done properly, all you need to do is head to a Tschuggen Group hotel and lose yourself in expertly curated relaxation experiences, including spa treatments, sleep-specific dinners and even a calming room prepared by your very own Dream Butler.
It’s all part of the Moving Mountains programme, designed to boost wellbeing through a series of ‘pillars’, all connected by the theme of nature. The REST pillar is a crucial part of the programme and allows guests to fully appreciate the regenerative qualities of good sleep and relaxation.
Ease yourself into things during the daytime by visiting Tschuggen’s collection of hidden places scattered around Ascona and Arosa. These specially selected spots are places of peace and tranquillity, where you can start switching off and simply admiring the gorgeous surroundings of the region. The locations include Monte Verità Zen garden and Japanese teahouse, a secret beach at the mouth of the River Maggia and the Altein Waterfalls.
Next up, treat yourself to nature-inspired spa treatments back at the hotel, designed to help you unwind. These include a full body massage (beginning with infused salt inhalation deep breathing, to help clear the respiratory system), an immune recovery facial featuring a rose crystal massage and a footbath that soothes and gently warms the feet.
As bedtime draws closer, a series of ‘rest rituals’ (designed by sleep specialist Dr. Heydy Lorena Gonzalez and her Hofklinik sleep centre in Lucerne) will prepare you for a blissful night’s sleep. Before melting into the premium bed linen, you’ll be served a specially designed meal in the comfort of your room, which will be as easy to digest as it is tasty, accompanied by a selection of teas.
Remember when you were being pampered in the spa earlier? During that time, your Dream Butler has prepared your room to bespoke specifications needed for the ultimate night’s rest. This includes adjusting the humidity, lighting and temperature, lighting scented candles and leaving a bedtime book that will help you drift off. You’ll also be able to select your perfect pillow from a pillow menu. Yep, it’s a thing.
Rest up like never before at each of the four Tschuggen Group hotels: Tschuggen Grand Hotel and Valsana Hotel Arosa (both in Arosa), Carlton Hotel in St. Moritz and Hotel Eden Roc in Ascona. Find out more about other Moving Mountains activities (including outdoor pursuits and journeys into nature) and get your restful recovery underway by clicking here.