TENDENCY - magazine for travel and wellbeing (English) by Ramona Hapke

MAGAZINE FOR TRAVEL & WELL-BEING ISSUE 2-2023 | 6,00 € ENGLISH

TRAVEL & CULINARY Country & People and their Cuisine Travel News & Events

VIVA MAGENTA Signals of Strength

SUMMER VIBES A journey through summer as we know it

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Summer 2023 is only a few weeks old. So there is still plenty of time to enjoy it! In this issue of Tendency, we explore the feeling of summer as we know it: balmy summer evenings, adventure, holi days, parties, music, voyages of discovery and a little time for sweet idleness. Fashion is as colourful as the summer programme. Every thing is colourful! Add a touch of holiday flair with colourful accessories! Beautiful flower arrangements are also an absolute mood-lifter indoors. Nature is in full bloom, make the most

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of it! You can pick fresh mint for refreshing drinks and vegetables for making healthy salads! You can find recipes to beautify and enjoy on our summer pages. Feel the summer! Yours,

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In this issue

8 SUMMER VIBES

A Journey through Summer

Colourful Fashion

50 VIVA MAGENTA

Kidlwischa (Recipe)

Accent Pieces

Green Smoothie (Recipe)

The Power of Vital Colours and Shapes

Jeans on

What is a Shrub?

The Beauty of Flowers Trends 2023

Old Fashioned Lemonade (Recipe)

Roots Natural Eye-Catcher

Travel News

Summertime is Travel Season

Summer Events in Liguria

Travel & Culinary

Feasting at the highest level at the Berghotel Rehlegg

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AKTIVE IN SOMMER AND WINTER A total of 140 km of marked hiking and walking trails whisk you away into a natural mountain world. Early risers practise Tibetan healing yoga (Lu Jong) with Mrs. Bergmüller on a hill, mountain panorama and clear Wagrain mountain air included. The Naturhotel is located directly on the ski slope - ideal for skiers.

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Summer is not just a season, but a feeling of freedom, fun and lightness. Summer evokes a flurry of warm memories, from sunny days spent on the beach, snacking on ripe fruits, delicious summer dishes and refreshing drinks to barbecues on balmy nights. Summer awakens our desire for travel, light summer wardrobe and colourful accessories. 8

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Life takes place outside again in the sum mer. Nature is in full juice and inspires us with its beauty and diversity to all kinds of activities. Summer hits take us mentally to the beach of our dreams. Who doesn't like to remember “Summer of 69” (Brian Adams) or Summer in den City (Joe Co graphics: @LeCoqDesign/creativemarket.com

cker)? Relaxed in the shade of a tree in the hammock, summer feeling is pure! Even the work goes a little easier when the sun blinks in our face early in the morning.

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WE TAKE YOU ON A JOURNEY THROUGH

SUMMER

AS WE KNOW IT.

Now it's here, summer, and with it that feeling of summer lightness. Finally. The days are longer, the mood is more relaxed. We deserve to indulge in the pleasures of summer. We must not hide the fact that overwhelming summer days - and nights - are overshadowed by climate cata strophes. So let's treat nature responsibly and mindfully so that future generations can also enjoy turquoise blue water under a pastel sky with white cirrus clouds drifting overhead.

Photos (top) @ pixabay/pexels.com, collage (from left to right) top @Alain Audet/pixabay.com, @dzianahasanbekava and @roberto-nickson/pexels.com, bottom @symeon-ekizoglou/pexels.com, @Adina Voicu and @Jean van der Meulen/pixabay.com

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Photos (from top left to bottom right) @alex azabache/ pexels.com, @Alain Audet/pixabay.com, @senivpetro/ freepik.com, Ramona Hapke, Thorsten Dickmann (right), Michel Denousse(bottom)

DO WHAT YOU WANT just hang out sun bathing relax with a good book venture into unknown territory get to know foreign people and cultures animal welfare

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Model: Annika Gassner Photographer: Kai Marc Pel

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Model: Annika Gassner Photographer: Kai Marc Pel

The summer sun has a positive effect on

screen with an appropriate sun protection

our mood. But the aggressive UV-A and

factor and protection for the hair, wear

B radiation damages our skin. Harmful

sunglasses and clothing, stay in the shade

consequences of sunbathing can include

on hot days, creamed on, of course. That's

sunburn, wrinkles and pigment spots, and

how you can achieve a radiantly beautiful

even skin cancer. That's why we have to

complexion!

help our skin defend itself against environ mental influences: carefully apply sun

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Male Model: Remco Broekhof Photographer: Bram Van Dal

to brighten up the mood

The weather is getting hotter and it’s time to pull out the summer staples. This summer, men are leaving their sweat pants in the wardrobe and wearing jeans with casual tops or knitted shirts instead. On hot days, men prefer to wear outdoor/ hiking-style sandals with them. Men are surfing the fashion wave with prints and large-scale patterns in bright colours. At the forefront: the Hawaiian shirt.

Tony hemp natur by Grand Step Shoes

Paracord bracelet engraved by Monsterzeug

Kit Cacti Shirt by Palava Hand illustrated using watercolour paints, Hemp Cotton Blend, Natural, biodegradable fibres, GBP £ 75

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We love statement knits in colourful shades!

Summer tone Photographer: Mystique Female Model: Jayla ReShon Model: Jayla ReShon Photographer: Mystique

Bodycon dress, a trend from the 1990s: Tight-fit ting dresses are celebra ting a revival.

straw shopping basket by CAFèNOIR

Fringes can be found on bags and garments in summer 2023.

JERICHO - Shopping Bag by PICARD, 99,95 €

Cats Eye and Diamond Rondelle Textile Fringe Bracelet Photo and Jewelry Designer: Yvette Jones, Chic Designs by Yvette

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They are omnipresent in the fashion shops right now: transparent pieces. Wear them with an airy bralette or a lace bra.

Model, Photographer, Wardrobe Stylist & Creative Director: Lolita Di Giacomo, Hair Stylist: Ben Secrets

Mini - Midi - Maxi: Especially skirts made of denim are becoming the all-rounders of the fashion summer. Wear with sneakers or sandals.

Aari Gigi sneaker by Grad Step Shoes

Stylish: Denim, velvet and satin are all the rage right now. Bright colours will shine brightly with the sun.

Louise by Palava Green Summer Meadow Stripe Dress, Fabric: Cotton-Linen Blend, floral print , GBP £ 165

PICARD Photo provided by German Shoe Institute(DSI)

SOFTCLOX Photo provided German Shoe Institute(DSI)

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Fun in Amsterdam Photographer/Retoucher: Petra Prochazkova Wardrobe Stylist/Accessory Designer: IWEARLACE @iwearlace Makeup Artist: Mua_serenaquattrone Model: Elizabeth Theodule

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Model: Annika Gassner Photographer: Kai Marc Pel

Jeans are a constant in many wardrobes

outfit fits perfectly in the beautiful location

and play a leading role in summer fashi

around the hotel in the southwest of Pal

on 2023. On hot days, shorts make you

ma. The jeans top gives her outfit a quick

feel comfortable. Model Annika Gassner

update when she strolls through Palma's

combines a pair of knitted shorts with

old town in the evening after cooling off in

a belly-free denim top. She bought the

the hotel pool. Finally, the denim top goes

It-Peces while shopping in Palma d. M.

with almost any occasion, combined with

Annika shines like the sun in them. Her

beautiful accessories.

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Model: Annika Gassner Photographer: Kai Marc Pel

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The Beauty of Flowers

Photos by J. Manegold / Detmold/ Association of German Florists

The Association of German Florists has identified four trend themes for 2023 that will be interpreted florally with the multi-talent Chrysanthemum: "Reanimated Real", "Riviera Roadtrip", "Autumn Atelier" and "Charming Carmine".

Reanimated Real The trend is soft, pastel and a little pop in the current Korean style. We see colour gradients in the ombré look, where one

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colour flows smoothly into another. In "Re

Autumn Atelier

animated Real" we have with light shades of violet and yellow in combination with

Charming mini chrysanthemum flowers

delicate orange. An anchor are circular

and a posy in bright little glass jars arran

shapes that radiate harmony and calm.

ged into an uncomplicated summer table

Occasional elements that break away

decoration on a round light wooden plate.

bring tension and dynamics into the works.

Retro, cheerful, decorative and inexpen sive!

Riviera Roadtrip

Photos by J. Manegold / Detmold/ Association of German Florists

Charming Carmine Charming mini chrysanthemum flowers

Made from natural cords, wooden beads,

and a posy in bright little glass jars arran

glass tubes and flowers, this garland looks

ged into an uncomplicated summer table

sustainable, natural and yet completely

decoration on a round light wooden plate.

trendy, decorative and festive. It is versa

Retro, cheerful, decorative and inexpen

tile, can be filled with flowers again and

sive!

again, can be changed and is unusual. [Source: FDF]

Whether you‘re wandering through meadows or gardens to take home the most beautiful flowers, it doesn’t matter! The main thing is that you enjoy composing a highlight for your home from flowers, grasses and all kinds of dry material!

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ROOTS Now in the summer all sorts of garden waste is accumulated in gardening. But be careful, why throw everything away? From roots, natural eye-catchers can be crafted for the garden or a stylish decoration for the home. They cost nothing, crafting is fun and the result carries a personal touch. How to design a beautiful eye-catcher For our proposal you will need a root, a For our proposal you will need a root, a

vessel (waterproof if necessary), a garden

scissors for cropping as well as plants,

such as herbs and flowers. Dry materials

are also suitable for decorating. We do not

use artificial small parts in our example.

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Experiment with what you like or what you find right now. There are no limits With the root parts upwards, you put

to your imagination. Drape the plants

the root in the vessel.

to your own taste. Let’s go!

And now go to the meadow or in the

We wish you a lot of joy in creative

garden to pick flowers!

design!

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Summertime is

Travel Season

Summer is the main travel time of the year. Everyone has their own ideas and wishes regarding their holiday days.

usse / hel D eno

Mic Photo by s eychelle S Tourism

The best way to recover depends on personal preferences and financial opportunities. Photo by Thor sten Dick mann/ Tourism Seychelles

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Photo by Michel Denousse/Tourism Seychelles

While some are happy with the all-inclu

overtourism at the same time. In order to

sive package, others explore non-tou

effectively counter mass tourism, more

risty regions with the backpack, plan an

offers need to be created that benefit both

educational trip, take time for things that

locals and tourists.

have long been on the wish list, combine cultures or simply let yourself be driven.

Do you already have a specific goal in mind? We would have some inspiration for you!

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relaxation with getting to know foreign

One of the trend topics travel 2023, accor ding to the data platform Statista, is the topic “Environment and climate”. Travelers are becoming more and more environmen tally conscious. Sustainable travel repre sents the opposite trend to the increasing

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TRAVEL & CULINARY

“The hotel is beautiful and the food tastes good.” Probably you have written or received such or similar news from the holiday yourself. Today, holiday greetings may be more differentiated, because travellers pay attention not only to the taste of food and drinks, but also to their quality. As you know, you can argue about taste. But we don't do that here. Rather, we look at the quality and diversity of the culinary offer.

Culinary travel means a

cuisine. And of course,

connects, food anyway.

bit of slow travel: Tra

they want to know if the

That’s why we take you

velers are curious to learn

booked offer has a good

to the Berghotel Rehlegg,

about the lifestyle of their

value for money. Doing

where guests find healthy,

destinations, so learn more

something good is also

nutritious, tasty and sus

about “country and peo

a trend when traveling

tainably produced things

ple” and thus about their

in culinary terms. Travel

in great variety.

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Photo by Marika Hildebrandt/Berghotel Rehlegg

FEASTING

at the highest level at the Berghotel Rehlegg

Before food can land on the plate, it is first

This goes under the skin and gives rise to

bought. Not somewhere, not something.

the question of why not everyone thinks

Most of the food comes from the region.

so. As so often, there are key experiences

Meat and fish are purchased from farm

in life that trigger a rethink. For holiday

farming to one hundred percent. Wild

makers, the experience of enjoyment and

supplies the Berchtesgaden Forestry. The

well-being is in Rehlegg. At Lichtmanneg

names of the suppliers run daily via the

ger, it was a seminar on pig breeding many

monitor at the reception. Transparency

years ago. “Here, stables were presen

creates trust.

ted in which the animals are fattened to 100 kg within 20 weeks.” An Aha moment,

Hotelier Johannes Lichtmannegger con

as he says, made the decision to do it

cretises with regard to his partners and

differently. And he did it differently: local

suppliers: "They share our values and our

procurement.

commitment to the environment and have the utmost respect for all living beings.

Johannes Lichtmannegger gives examples:

This is very important to us. Cheap never

The Black Alpine Pig, which had been

pays off, for no one."

extinct in Bavaria since 1907, has brought back the Hoteliers Lichtmannegger through an Italian protection organisation.

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They have been breeding it in Ramsau

taste thanks to the speuial preparation,

since 2016. “Until the slaughter at around

the osmosis yarn, their natural aroma,

one and a half years, these pigs live com

their spices. And that’s what you taste!

pletely species-appropriate [...].”

However, subtleties are also important for a healthy diet: The hotel can offer a

The hoteliers take a lot of time to get to

variety of dishes that take into account all

know their partner businesses on site. One

preferences and intolerances. This balance

is the brewery Wieninger in Teisendorf.

begins at breakfast:

The “Rehbock” is brewed exclusively for the Hotel Rehlegg from an almost forgot

homemade jam, fresh eggs, mountain

ten Urkorn, the Laufner Landwheat.

cheese, bacon from the hotel’s smoke house, biosphere bread from the village

A more of less

bakery much more.

Behind this is the concept of a balanced and healthy diet: less carbohydrates, less sugar, no gluten, no thickeners, no ad ditives. Instead, the food contains many healthy vitamins that can fully unfold their

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Do you know that? In some hotels, coffee is pre-brewed and placed on the table in jugs. There is a drink that does not deserve the name coffee. Not so in the Rehlegg: freshly ground coffee brewed with fresh water — what a difference!

A nice gesture at the end of a stay at Hotel Rehlegg: the drive home coffee. In Bavarian dialekt: Hoam-Fahr-Kaffee.

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For the snacks in the early afternoon and the evening buf fet, traditional Alpine recipes are combined with modern cuisine. Connoisseurs of fine cuisine dine à la carte in the “Almstüberl”. On the table come hearty alpine dishes or light herbal cuisine. Grandma’s secret recipes, however, does not reveal the kitchen, but this summery recipe from the Rehlegg kitchen to imitate! Thanks to the Rehlegg kitchen team!

Kidlwischa INGREDIENTS D 3cl Mondino, special bavarian organic bitter D 2cl Peach tree liqueur D 1cl Elderflower syrup D 1 bottle bitter lemon

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Photo by Charles-Diehle, Munich

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Tip of the editors

Recipe for a Green Smoothie Ingredients and preparation: •

1 handful baby spinach

•

1 handful lamb's lettuce

•

fruit (apple, pear, mango, orange or similar) Quantity as desired in terms of flavour and freed from the core.

•

1 date without stone to sweeten (alternatively some yacon syrup)

•

some lemon juice

•

some ginger

•

cold water as required (smoothie becomes more or less creamy)

•

optional 1 tsp chia seeds

Puree all ingredients with a blender.

We added kale leaves to our green smoo thie. They are particularly nutrient-rich and a healthy alternative to other greens. Normally, you don't add sugar to a green smoothie. Yacon is a very healthy alterna tive!

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What Is A Shrub? In terms of drinks, a shrub is a non-alcoholic syrup. It is made from three ingredients: fruit, vinegar and sugar. This sweet mix is traditionally enjoyed as part of a mixed drink with soda water. The word shrub is derived from the Arabic word sharab (to drink). In the American colonial period, the widely used syrups were used to prepare delicious drinks.

Photos by Nicole Müller

The vinegar brings out the intense flavours of the res pective fruits. Shrub can be used in a variety of ways: for cooking, dressings and drinks.

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Old Fashioned Lemonade with Shrub! INGREDIENTS

Recipe by Schusters Spezialitäten

D 2 cl Shrub! Rosmarin Lemon or Shrub! Ros

Pour Shrub! into a glass.

marin

Fill with water and lemon

D 200 ml mineral water

juice.

D 1 squeeze of freshly squeezed lemon juice

Add ice cubes. Garnish

D ice cobes

with lemon slice and rose

D Lemon slice

mary sprig.

D 1 rosemary sprig

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Graphics: @LeCoqDesign/creativemarket.com

TRAVEL NEWS

Schloss Mittersill Villa Seilern Hotel Marten

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SCHLOSS MITTERSILL ROMANTIC DAYS IN A ROYAL AMBIENCE Austria

Mittersill Castle, whose

The extension, which is

full of eventful moments.

history dates back to

not recognisable as such

Depending on the season,

1150, towers majestical

from the outside, nestles

hotel guests experience

ly 140 metres above the

against the castle wall and

castle tours, exhibitions,

Salzach Valley. The castle

the historical substance

readings, concerts and an

has been preserved in its

has been preserved.

atmospheric Advent.

form to this day and has

In 2009, local families

Mittersill Castle is the ideal

been home to a four-star

purchased the castle and

starting point for ventures

superior hotel and hide

carefully restored it, wi

into the Mittersill holiday

away with 53 rooms and

thout changing its external

region in Oberpinzgau,

suites since 2011.

appearance.

bordering the Kitzbühel

16th-century architectural

Alps ski area to the north In its almost 900-year

Explorations in the

and the Hohe Tauern to

history, the castle has ex

castle grounds lead over

the south.

perienced hard times and

countless stairways and

fires, but also glittering ce

corridors to seemingly

lebrations and visits from

enchanted places and

the international jet set.

chambers that carry the aura of many centuries

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VILLA SEILERN ROMANTIC HOLIDAY FOR COUPLES Austria

In the 19th Century, Em

spent together an unfor

peror Franz Joseph I and

gettable experience.

Whether a romantic stay or relaxation: In the luxury

his Sisi spent their sum mers in Bad Ischl. The flair

In the wellness paradise,

hotel, a symbiosis of

of the imperial era is still

guests enjoy soothing

culture, tradition, modern

noticeable in the classicist

massages and beauty

lifestyle, health feeling and

villa built in 1881.

treatments, slow down

well-being, the guest feels

in the sauna area and let

welcome and cared for in

Pampering, cuddling,

themselves be pampe

every way.

loving, dreaming - on the

red "with imperial taste

Romantic Days at Vil

experiences". The hotel

la Seilern, lovers get by

emphasises high-quality

without words and enjoy a

natural cuisine using regi

stylish feel-good ambience

onal ingredients and takes

that has been created with

into account the special

a great deal of empathy.

requirements of guests with intolerances, allergies

Small attentions, loving

and intolerances.

details and delightful surprises make the hours

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HOTEL MARTEN MOUNTAIN SUMMER CLOSE TO NATURE IN THE PINZGAU Austria In Saalbach-Hinterglemm

pastures, to remote lakes

the same time a place

the ski circus is raging in

and into the silence of the

of enjoyable stay is the

winter. Lush greenery, rus

forests. Some mountain

four-star Hotel Marten

hing forests and streams,

railways, such as the

at approx. 1,100 metres

lushly blossoming alpine

Zwölferkogel, also opera

above sea level.

pastures and a wide range

te in summer. The ascent

of attractions, such as a

offers breathtaking views

Instead of crowds and

high ropes course, treetop

and panoramic views.

street noise, guests at the

path, downhill trails, pa

Time and again, cyclists

Marten hear the murmur of

ragliding, wildlife feeding

also climb the gondolas

streams and feel at home

or a hike across the Golden

with their bikes to ride

in the lovingly furnished,

Gate of the Alps, attract

down from the peaks to

modernly designed hotel

recreation-seekers to the

the valley. Demanding

in the countryside. Guests

Pinzgau in the summer

or leisurely, everything is

especially appreciate the

months.

possible to find relaxation

family atmosphere and

and recreation in the Hin

the nature-oriented offers

terglemm region.

such as bread baking, gui

More than 400 kilometres

ded hikes and the healthy

of well-maintained cycling and hiking trails lead up to

The starting point for

the partly managed alpine

many activities and at

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cuisine.

Summer Events

LIGURIA Photos and information: Regional Agency In Liguria

Ligurian traditional and patron saint’s festivals

As the summer begins, Liguria proves that it is a spectacular place to spend your holiday, with many events on schedule.

In the Golfo dei Poeti, in La Spezia (4 - 7 August), the famous Palio del Golfo takes place with the 13 Gulf hamlets competing to win the Palio on boats handmade by

Art, food and wine, outdoors, music under the stars: summer in Liguria has something for everyone.

local craftsmen with special features that make them agile and fast. Scheduled over the four days are parades, events, shows, meetings that animate the entire city for

In July and August, Genoa hosts several

several days, closing late in the evening

music festivals, including the Goa Boa fes

with fireworks.

tival, where you can enjoy pop music and concerts of the most famous Italian and

Camogli (6 August) hosts the impressi

international artists on the piers overlook

ve Stella Maris festival, with thousands

ing the sea, at the Porto Antico.

of candles left floating in the bay, in an increasingly participatory and spectacular

For classical music lovers, from mid-July to

setting.

the end of August, the village of Cervo a Ponente hosts the International Chamber

In Cogorno and Lavagna, in the heart of

Music Festival.

Tigullio, on 13 and 14 August, folklore events take place dedicated to the his

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torical re-enactment of the events of the

sea queens, for the 'Vele d'Epoca di Impe-

ancient and noble Fieschi family.

ria' event.

Not to be missed is the grandiose 'Tor

From 21 to 26 September, Genoa will once

ta dei Fieschi' (Fieschi cake) distributed

again be the capital of boating with the

free of charge in the square, recalling the

International Boat Show, staged in the

wedding of Opizzo and Bianca, preceded

brand-new Waterfront district.

by the sumptuous wedding procession in medieval costume through the streets of

At the end of September, Bergeggi hosts

the town.

the Swim the Island swimming compe tition in the marine protected area of the

Porto Venere is the scene of the Madonna

West Coast Riviera.

Bianca feast (17 August): at nightfall, the

Then Liguria will start getting ready for

far East-side Riviera seaside village, dot

an autumn season characterised by art

ted with small lanterns, turns into a truly

exhibitions and Ligurian villages.

magical spectacle. In Recco, the sky lights up with the Sagra del Fuoco (7 - 8 September): Italy's best pyrotechnic craftsmen compete with fireworks and firing of Ligurian mortars known as 'mascoli'. From 7 to 10 September, vintage sailing ships will parade in Imperia, with over 30

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HOTELS we tested An all-round review on various evalua tion portals on the Internet at the end of our tests serves to compare impressions gained with common evaluations. We comment on particularly strongly di vergent assessments in our opinion piece. Tendency’s editorial team conducts hotel

Hotel ratings are comparable to reviews

tests independently and anonymously.

and include comments.

With this we react to purchased likes and followers as well as the dissemination of

We mark our assessment with a visual ra

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ting in the form of pearls. We award 1 to 4 pearls for good to very good performance.

We see ourselves as editors in journalistic

4 pearls correspond to the highest rating.

responsibility to look more closely and in clude such an issue, which is of high public

A rating without a pearl means:

interest, in our editorial plan.

Tendency could not award a pearl. We do not award a pearl for average performance.

Which criteria we use you can read in de tail n the Tendency blog under Hotelcheck at www.tendency-magazin.com.

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Why a pearl? It stands for purity, beauty and the preci ous in many cultures. We express our appreciation with the evaluation. Photos and text always refer to the period of our stay. We do not use PR photos of the hotels visited.

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Photos and text always refer to the period of our stay. Before publication, we ask ho tels to approve our photos. We do not use PR photos of the hotels visited. The editorial team publishes the opinions exclusively in the "Hotels we tested" section. To see which hotels we have already tes ted anonymously, please see the map on the Google Maps website https://goo.gl/maps/bsMjSUaJnu6YfiK89 . Note: Thematic research is always carried out by the Tendency editorial team in consultation with hotels and destinations in order to gain access to the infor mation required.

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TEST

burghotel sterr 4-star Hotel 20-23 July 2022

reached with its own vehicle, which also

3 nights, 487 Euro, incl. 3/4 pampering board, room category: comfort double room, approx. 30 m², hotel parking

allows for some mobility to interesting excursion destinations. We have processed the booking request

Viechtach, Germany (Bavarian Forest)

via the hotel website. Due to a health-rela ted prevention, we were able to postpone the arrival date culantly at no additional cost. When booking a change, we decided [Opinion]

on the cancellation fee offered by the hotel of EUR 5 per day.

The Hotel Sterr in the Bavarian Forest owes its name to the castle ruins above

The morning sun welcomes guests in the

the hotel. It is quietly located near the

rooms facing east. The holidaymakers also

small town of Viechtach on a slope with

have a wonderful view of the mountains

wide meadows and an old tree population.

of the Bayerwald on the terrace and in the

The rural character promises recreation

dining rooms.

in the middle of nature. The hotel can be

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The many leisure options are evidenced

equipment with a small bathroom, hall

by a daily program in the hotel as well

way, enough cupboards, sleeping area

as countless flyers in the entrance area,

and sitting area, backpack as well as TV

which promote nearby excursion desti

and radio meets the standard of a “typi

nations and attractions. At the reception,

cal” four-star hotel and allows for pleasant

the owners often welcome guests arriving

holidays.

personally. The hoteliers are very present

Air conditioning and insect protection are

in the hotel.

not installed. The room design is strongly

Dogs are welcome (EUR 15 per night).

reminiscent of the taste of the seventies. Cleaning is done with conventional clea

The family and cozy atmosphere contribu

ning agents.

tes significantly to the well-being already when checking in. Friendly service staff,

A chic modern touch, among other things,

recognizable by their wine-red blouses,

received the hotel lounge and the loun

are happy to help. The service in the

ge, a kind of comfortably furnished living

restaurant wears classic black and white

and games room flooded with light. The

service clothing. We could imagine that

second building created tasteful, modern

in the Bayerwald Dirndl and Lederhose

relaxation rooms and luxurious suites with

would also arrive well with the guests.

kitchen and staircase into the bedrooms. Unfortunately, we were only able to catch

We provide a clean comfort double room

a quick look in the open door.

with balcony in the main house, the size of which differs slightly from the one

The typical "Waldler look" with a lot of

indicated on the website. Its comfortable

carved wood hides at most in some details and remains discreetly in the background. The dining rooms also received an update. A mix of old and new looks here and there maybe a little “too much”. According to its own information, the hotel is looking for further renovations.

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The room layout in the breakfast area al lows a stress-free self-service in the mor ning. A rich offer, partly regionally sourced and made from organic production, should satisfy every taste. People with intolerances should announ ce their wishes. The choice of alternative foods is limited. The afternoon buffet is especially accep ted by guests who do not want to or can not take day trips. Especially returning regular guests appreciate the offer. The lovingly prepared dinner consists of Gradually, the hotel management modernised some areas, showing a panel in the elevator.

several courses and deserves our special praise in terms of quality, temperation and taste. Already at breakfast, hotel guests can choose their favourite evening meal.

In a small flyer, the hotel informs about the opening hours and asks for understanding

The all-round wellness program includes

that the bandwidth for Internet use is limi

massages, cosmetic treatments and baths.

ted due to lack of fiber connection. This is a

The hotel also welcomes daily guests. We

really unacceptable problem in many rural

were able to understand the quality of the

regions, especially in eastern Bavaria.

treatment using an example. After only 11 months of training (cosmetics and massa

For this, the hotel compensates its guests

ge), the staff still lacks some experience to

with a large, terraced garden area with

make a holistic sense of well-being.

shade-giving trees, shrubs and flowering perennials, a natural swimming pond (in

The website in German answers numerous

summer many algae, entry wobbly), nu

questions under “Knowledge Values”.

merous relaxation zones and cozy seating groups in the garden and in the house, as

Our overall assessment is based on the

well as a cardio room and several saunas.

forward-looking efforts and the presence of modern suites and chalets..

For people with limited mobility, the hotel is only suitable to a limited extent.

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Internet research in September 2022 Many guests were very satisfied with their stay at the Burghotel Sterr, especially

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holidaymakers in the chalets and modern suites. Complaints regarding service and room equipment were justified. Reviews with too much “mega great”, “super”, “employees read the wishes from the lips and fulfill all wishes” in a short text we are critical of. On some evaluation portals the re are “the usual suspects”, formulations that you read very often and which hardly reveal a very personal impression.

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Hotel MOOSHOF 4-star superior hotel, Wellness & Spa Resort

specific room type for short and weekend

16-18 November 2022

bookings.” We feel that the offer has been

2 nights, 426 Euro, incl. 3/4 gourmet board, room category: comfort room type 9, approx. 30 m², hotel parking

trimmed for sales. Therefore, despite ge

Bodenmais, Germany (Bavarian Forest)

Idyllically located on the outskirts of Bo

neral inflation, the price-performance ratio no longer seems to us in order.

denmais, the spacious area of the Mooshof with meadows and hills nestles against the nearby forest. The holiday idyll in the [Opinion]

Bavarian Forest is bounded by a road on the front and garden side. On-site parking

Direct booking at the hotel was made

is available. Garage parking is available

upon request via the website. The offer

for an extra charge.

related to a single room with a price range, which ultimately turned out to be a com

The place of well-being with a century-old

fort room for single use with surcharge.

tradition is currently run by two genera

In the offer, it reads like this: “We ask for

tions. Upon arrival, we feel the family at

understanding that we cannot promise a

mosphere and the warm hospitality of all

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employees. Present hosts and professio

dress their wishes before arrival. The hotel

nally trained employees strive for the well-

will charge any additional expenses.

being of their guests. After completion of the registration formalities, an employee

Even if not all salads are prepared them

accompanies us to the room and offers her

selves, the kitchen surprises with very nice

assistance when carrying luggage.

little things in great variety. The warm food is well tempered. The cuisine atta

Our comfort room is one of many room

ches importance to regional products. The

types with very different facilities. It is not

service in costume is extremely attentive,

one of the most modern, shows a compa

competent and friendly.

rison with the photos on the website of the hotel. The room is clean and quite spa

The Mooshof wellness world on 5 000 m²

cious with approx. 28 m² incl. living area

offers plenty of space for peace and acti

and south-facing balcony. Spruce solid

vity. Families with children can use a se

wood determines the interior. Seating,

parate indoor pool. Each of the two indoor

decoration, curtains and lights set modern

pools allows the view of nature through

accents. Only a few of the 80 rooms are

large window fronts. Lush plants in the

single rooms. Guests can book the Type 9

spa area as well as selected inventory and

Comfort Room for single use for an extra

lighting effects do not create a swimming

charge of EUR 40 per day.

pool atmosphere.

In the Mooshof, a lot has apparently been modernised and adapted to the taste of the time. In our opinion, the symbiosis of old and new succeeded quite well: Modern country style and rural classic complement each other. In the restaurant, different furnishing sty les meet. Plenty of daylight brings fine fab rics and gold-coloured elements to shine. A rich breakfast buffet, an afternoon snack (coffee and soft drinks free of charge) as well as a tasty dinner including a vegetarian variant are included in the price. Vegans will not find any meat or dairy alternatives on the buffet and should ad

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The sauna area with tea bar was comple mented by a chic complex with panora mic event sauna, ice mist tunnel, infinity whirlpool and relaxation rooms. For people with limited mobility, the hotel is rather unsuitable due to long corridors and many stairs due to the hillside location. The outdoor pool is also available in win ter. Some brave saunagoers cool down in the bathing pond even in the cold season. Soothing massages and cosmetic tre atments are carried out exclusively by specialists.

Internet research in Dezember 2022

An evening entertainment programme as

A homepage overloaded with keywords

well as a small activity programme com

is intended to attract interested parties to

plete the stay at the hotel.

the website of the Hotel Mooshof.

Dogs “up to poodle size” are welcome by

In the presentation itself only selected

prior arrangement at Hotel Mooshof and

(very positive, well-formulated) and not

are only accommodated in rooms and

always up-to-date reviews of Holiday

suites with parquet flooring. Depending on

check are recorded. We have therefore

the size, dogs will be charged 17 to EUR

looked directly at the provider: The good to

22 per day without food.

very good reviews reveal details that we can understand. Non-modernised rooms

The search engine-optimised website of

are a bit critical. Again and again the good

the hotel is clearly structured and ans

evaluation of the staff is noticeable, which

wers many open questions from potential

we like to underline. There are currently

guests even before the visit. The URL with

few critical voices with concrete and com

the path “de” indicates that a translation

prehensible justifications.

into other languages may be planned. So far, the website is available in German.

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a new vison

Image right: Pantone Color Institute

The vibrant pinkish-red color PANTONE 18-1750 Viva Magenta is officially the color of the year 2023 according to the experts of the Pantone Color Institute. Describing Viva Magenta as „a shade rooted in nature descending from the red family demonstrating a new signal of strength“, this pulsating color encouriges us to groundbreaking possibilities.

“

As virtual worlds become a more prominent part of our daily lives, we look to draw ins piration from nature and what is real. PANTONE 18-1750 Viva Magenta descends from the red family, and is inspired by the red of cochineal, one of the most precious dyes be longing to the natural dye family as well as one of the strongest and brightest the world has known. Rooted in the primordial, PANTONE 18-1750 Viva Magenta reconnects us to original matter. Invoking the forces of nature, it galvanizes our spirit, helping us to build our inner strength.

– Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute

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With its mix of warm and cold tones Viva Magenta stands for the hybrid time in which we live. It is the perfect color to symbolise uni versal harmony. Balance is the key: The right amount of Viva Magenta in the right places demonstrates a new signal of strength. Pantone mixes with a variety of hues in a series of four palettes: Between calm neutrals, it adds a fiery splash of colour; it unifies and harmonises a wide range of skin tones, adds a little drama to overly harmonious rich shades or blends seam lessly into a warm palette.

Images: Pantone Color Institute

Viva Magenta can raise your looks and gives interiors new energy. This is proven by our editorial picks on the following pages.

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ACCENT PIECES Viva Magenta is described as being both powerful and empowering as a new animated hue that revels in pure unapologetic joy, encouraging experimentation and self-expression without restraint.

Astor Grey Velvet Bed by Furniture And Choice, £349.99

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Viva Magenta’s surreal vibrance brings to mind technological innovations that improve our world while at the same time evoking the magical wonders of the galaxy. [...]Even though Viva Magenta is a powerful colour it can still be used in the bedroom. Introduce it in an innovative way with a feature wall. Ground the room with a grey velvet bed which sets the scene for more joyful accents. Highlight Viva Magenta with touches of pink or red and

– Rebecca Snowden Interior Style Advisor at Furniture And Choice

offbeat shapes such as scalloped cushions. Soften the room by layering cotton textures and velvet throws. Round off the look with glamorous contrasts such as gold or brass finishes.

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Ceiling light MIA by Westwing Collections, metal lamp frame, powder coated, matt

Shetland Herringbone Throw by Annabel James, pure New Wool herringbone throw, combines a complementary mix of pinks

TAPIS MAGENTA by TAPOS Studio, artistic handmade rug, eco-friendly materials, €10,320.00

Ruby | Red Gilded Plant Stand by Webb & Gray, hand painted and waxed, details highlighted with red dyed genuine silver leaf

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Paula Taylor, Trend Specialist at Graham & Brown comments:

Pantone’s colour of the year may seem like a brave choice for paint if you’re a more classic and reserved decorator who usually remains loyal to the steadfast nature of a neutral. This colour however reflects the need for self-expression and confidence, inviting us to be more open and show our personalities to the world. [...] This is a warming colour that can really be worked into any room, whether it is in the furniture, window dressings, or of course, the walls!

VIXEN Wandfarbe by Graham & Brown

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IBIZA Mirror by HOMMÉS Studio, € 3.400,00

Birch wood Tray & Coasters by Nina D. Handcrafted Swedish birch wood serving tray, laminated melamine based surface

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Iris Cushion by Annabel James, botanical design cushion with watercolour illustration, soft grey velvet back and piped velvet trim. Supplied with duck feather cushion pad. Dimensions: 55 cm x 55 cm Made in Britain

Bobbin Lamp Tall (left), £150 Bow Peep Pleated Cotton Block Printed Lampshade (right), £70, by Huddle Collection

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Ribbed Glass Vase by Ivyline

wallcoverings KOA106 - Koyori Collection by Omexco, 64 € per metre. 100% paperstrips on non-woven backing

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Cadiz Sofa Magenta by Annabel James, gorgeous Giraffe design, lightly cushioned to sit softly against the face, 9420 €

Beauty cushion set by von der Thannen Luxury Bedding, Viscose pillowcase, hypoallergenic, €39,00

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Smoker by Cheeky Charlie Oven Company, all-in-one charcoal BBQ, works as a pizza oven, BBQ smoker, and charcoal grill, made from all-steel construction with a professionalgrade finish, a three-year warranty included, comes in a range of vibrant colours http://din01.de/?dex [advertisement] Medallion rug from the Fading World Collection - Scarlet 8260 by Huddle Collection, from £209 (80 x 150cm)

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Shiny, matt, satin or velvety, with Viva Magenta you can keep your look subtle for the day or spice it up for the evening.

Photographer: Ora Nava

benecos Natural lipstick watermelon (left), benecos Lipgloss red plum (right) by cosmondial GmbH

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lavera Cream Glow Lipstick intense colour in a silky-glossy finish by lavera

Luxury Silk Eye Mask by Annabel James, gorgeous Giraffe design, lightly cushioned to sit softly against the face, presented in a gold foiled gift box

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THE POWER OF VITAL COLOURS AND SHAPES

The artworks of the artist Petra Heck are full of life and passion. The fireworks of colors really captivate viewers. We mean: Hardly any other interpretation of the colour Viva Magenta sends out so much strength, joy and optimism.

Petra Heck

The spirited Rhinelander was born and

that can hardly be held by the, lying on the

raised in Cologne in 1965. After gradua

floor canvases.

Images by Petra Heck

ting from high school, she initially decided to pursue a commercial apprenticeship,

Since 2007, the artist lives and works in

but soon realized that painting, which had

South Baden near the Swiss border. In the

always been part of her life, was more

former country inn Zum Adler she has set

important to her. As an active member of

up her large studio under the roof. In ad

an art club in Dormagen, she developed

dition to her work as an artist, she works

the style of painting, a kind of action

as a freelance curator and gives work

painting, to which she has remained true

shops. She has been represented with

to this day. Petra Heck creates paintings

her large-scale works at many national

full of passion. With expressive, spirited

and international exhibitions and sells her

paint application, often using a scrubber,

art worldwide, e.g. to Dubai, Florida and

pulsating, spraying, bursting colorfulness

Luxembourg.

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Petra Heck VIVA MAGENTA Mixed media on canvass

The artist challenges the viewer, through the power of vital colors and sha pes, to sensual, emotional

I want my artworks to be full of life

experience - to their own

and positive energy, just like me.

feelings. Their, captured on canvas, positive energy is transferred formally, on the one who gets involved.

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