November 1, 2019
Guided by Giardino
Marco Castellani occasionally accompanies guests down the slopes of St. Moritz. Marco Castellani, Spa- and Ayurveda Therapist Polite, friendly and highly professional – our hotels have already received several awards for this. They are among the best – and friendliest – hotels in Switzerland. We are particularly proud of our employees. They are charming and […]
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September 9, 2019
Interview
After intensive weeks of filming and theatre performances, German actress Iris Berben is enjoying her Ayurveda treatment at Giardino Ascona – a conversation about mindfulness, time outs and espresso as a drug The sound of her voice is as unmistakable as the colours of autumn. She was a comedienne in Sketchup and played Inspector Rosa […]
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September 9, 2019
Travel Tip
Spring in Ticino is long and intense. And just as soon as it ends, it’s right around the corner once again. How lovely! One could be forgiven for calling the area “kitschy”, given its landscape dominated by the bright blue lake, white mountains and colourful flowers. A declaration of love by Elsemarie Maletzke. Gardener and […]
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September 9, 2019
Stories behind
Rolf Fliegauf is one of Switzerland’s most decorated chefs. But what does he cook with his wife, Jenifer, at home? We joined him for dinner at his flat in Locarno. The guests mill about, passing around canapés and clinking glasses. Rolf Fliegauf stands looking thoughtfully at the oven. “This must be the first time I’ve […]
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September 9, 2019
Focus Ayurveda
In a world that is becoming more and more hectic, we need spaces to restore our power, mindfulness and tranquillity. Only in this way can we maintain our personal health over the long term. Using modern cures and treatments, Ayurveda by Giardino pursues precisely this objective in Ascona, St. Moritz and Zurich. What is Ayurveda? […]
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