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Field Notes

Sweating, swimming and snoozing...naked Finding a sizeable town without a nice spa in Germany turns out to be more challenging than the other way round. Regardless of the season, clothes free travel can be the norm in both the sauna and the swimming pool with…

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HF Weekender

Some like it spicy… From the moment you arrive at a Spicer’s Retreat, you’ll notice the stunning natural settings and understated attention to detail.  Each individual retreat promises a unique, inspiring space. Beginning with Spicer’s Peak Lodge in the mountains of the Great Dividing Range,…

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HF Travels

Sauvage Welcome to Sauvage, ‘nature’s kitchen’ in the booming town of Canmore, Alberta. Restaurant regulars know that it’s Chef Tracy herself who is the mastermind behind each dish and each extraordinary dining experience. Others, here for the ski season, don’t take long to figure it…

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Spa Diaries

Dark and stormy Thunder, rain and lightning!  A calming for some immersive day spa experience in Milano takes place  in a custom designed spa room where with light rain, slowly turns into a downpour with booms, flashes and dark storm clouds. qctherme.com Your therapist has…

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Winter Warmers

These robust wines will keep you warm by the fireside après-ski By Natalie MacLean Vilmart et Cie Grande Réserve 1er Cru Champagne, Champagne A.C., France. (LCBO: 65110, $92.95). Vilmart et Cie Grande Réserve Premier Cru Champagne is a rich, toasty, full-bodied bubble with a vibrant,…

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