Aufguss: what the sauna ritual is, its benefits, and where to experience it in Italy
Someone enters with a bucket and a towel. They take their place at the center of the room. The others sit down, settle in, get ready. The Saunamaster pours water over the stones, and the steam bursts into the air with a hiss that has no equivalent in everyday vocabulary. Then they…
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WELLNESS
After the sauna, everyone into the freezing water: but is the cold plunge truly beneficial?
There is something almost hypnotic in the images that have conquered the wellness world in recent years: a person exits a sauna, approaches a tub full of ice water, takes a deep breath, and…
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The sleep paradox: why sleeping more does not necessarily mean living better
There is a deeply rooted idea in our collective imagination of well-being: if sleeping too little is a problem, then sleeping a lot must necessarily be the solution. The reasoning seems…
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Sardinia, the Luxury of Longevity: The Spa at Hotel Corte Bianca in Ogliastra
The beauty of Sardinia is a certainty. Even more so when linked to the sea, pristine beaches, and that ancient charm redolent of traditions, nature, and mystery. But the true heritage of this…
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DIGITAL MAGAZINE
TRAVEL & SPA: The First Italian Travel, Wellness and Luxury Lifestyle Magazine
Welcome to the world of TRAVEL & SPA, the leading reference for industry publishing in Italy. As a leading wellness travel magazine, we offer a refined guide to the most exclusive resorts, the world’s best spas and the most fascinating wellness destinations. Thanks to our dual soul as a web portal and a browsable digital magazine, we reach a potential readership of more than 400,000 high-spending readers each month, guaranteeing excellence in information on everything from elite tourism to beauty and quality food.
BEAUTY & SPA
Retinol is no longer just for the face: why it’s arriving in body care too
From skincare to body care, vitamin A is entering increasingly targeted formulations. But what do we really know about retinol’s efficacy, and what belongs to the language of cosmetic…
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Facial skincare routine: the 7 fundamental steps for healthy, radiant skin
In recent years, the concept of well-being has taken on an increasingly broad meaning. It is no longer just about time spent in a spa, a rejuvenating weekend, or a holiday dedicated to…
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Cryotherapy: What Really Happens to the Body When Exposed to -110°C
For some, it is the preferred ritual of Olympic athletes. For others, it is the latest frontier of longevity. For still others, it is simply a passing trend. Cryotherapy has existed for years…
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SEA
Cala Coticcio: it is in Sardinia the Tahiti of Italy
It is one of the most beautiful beaches in Sardinia—indeed, in all of Italy: Cala Coticcio is a jewel hidden among the rocks on the northeastern side of the island of Caprera, the pearl of the…
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Costa Smeralda, the most exclusive summer destination for 2026 is being renewed: here’s what’s changing
Every summer, Costa Smeralda confirms its role as an international benchmark for those seeking a balance between hospitality, design and lifestyle. In a context where luxury no longer…
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The 10 most beautiful beaches in the world to visit at least once in a lifetime
Sun, sand and crystal clear sea. What scenery more powerfully evokes the idea of vacation and escape from the everyday than an ultra-white beach slowly sinking into a turquoise sea? So here…
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GUESS Island in Zanzibar: when fashion is truly lived on a private island
There are places in the world where the boundary between fashion, travel, and lifestyle ceases to exist. GUESS Island, the American brand’s new activation on Bawe Island off the coast of…
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Discover the Resort with Spa in Capo Vaticano: Wellness and Luxury in Calabria
This is not simply a place to stay by the sea: this resort with spa is conceived as a true regenerative experience. It is an elegant retreat where time slows down and every detail contributes…
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MOUNTAIN
Belluno Dolomites in autumn: here the mountains completely change their face
When the Dolomites are tinged with the colors of autumn, the Belluno area changes its pace. The woods ignite with golden and copper shades, the valleys rediscover the flavors of the season,…
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Fall Colors, Lakes, and Cycling: The Unexpected Autumn Palette of the Dolomites
September changes everything. The trails empty out, the air loses that humid summer weight, and the woods begin to turn—first the larches, then the beeches, then everything else. In the…
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Festival Orme 2026 returns to Paganella with Giovanni Allevi and the new Dialoghi nel Bosco Bootcamp
Walking in the woods is good for the body and mind: the festival that transforms trails into a wellness experience In recent years, the way we experience the mountains has changed profoundly.…
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The Fusine Lakes: An Emerald Paradise That Looks Like Scandinavia (But Is in Italy)
Some places astonish with their beauty, while others challenge our geographical assumptions. Before the Fusine Lakes, in the heart of the Julian Alps, many visitors share the same reaction:…
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