Elite Traveler Spring 2020

ALPINE ADVENTURE GSTAAD, SWITZERLAND

One of the most popular resort towns in the Swiss Alps, Gstaad is a veritable snowy playground for the world’s elite. Le Grand Bellevue is a fairytale-esque hotel set in private parkland in the middle of the resort town. While the hotel boasts a number of excellent amenities, including the region’s biggest spa, it’s the high-octane, totally customizable activities that really go off piste (sorry). Spend a day heli-skiing on the peaks, then fly back to the hotel for a dreamy dinner under the stars or a private dinner in the Krug Chalet — the cozy wooden chalet sits in the hotel’s garden and has exceptional views across the surrounding mountains (be sure to order the famous truffle fondue, naturally paired with Krug champagne). In summer, go paragliding and enjoy sensational views of the Alps, hike or e-bike nearby peaks, or take a dip in a crystal-clear lake. From $10,750 per person depending on activities. Contact Fabian Nusser, hotel manager, info@bellevue-gstaad.ch, +41 337 480 000, bellevue-gstaad.ch

Photos Mattias Nutt Photography