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Piccolo Hotel Portofino
Hotel Piccolo Portofino, surrounded by the typical luxuriant vegetation of the Liguria Riviera, among the crystal clear water of Portofino and the blue sky, is a piece of art of the reception, unique of its kind. A hidden jewel, that has to be searched end discovered. Obtained from a refined period villa, today it is a boutique hotel, and from its generous terraces, a breathtaking view onto this exclusive stretch of coast…
Casa Casuarina Miami
Casa Casuarina was built in 1930 by Alden Freeman. Alden Freeman’s father, Joel Freeman was Treasurer of The Standard Oil Trust (also known as Rockefeller’s Company) and left Alden a fabulous wealth when he passed away. That gave the young and wealthy Alden the opportunity to retire at the age of 27 from being an architect and travel all over the world. Alden was also a descendent of the Mayflower on his mother’s side…
Boutique Hotel Die Alpbacherin
The history of DER ALPBACHERIN began in the former Angelika house. Some time ago, in the middle of Alpbach, at house number 405, stood the small bed and breakfast “Haus Angelika”. Georg and Lisa ran them with a lot of love. The success proved you right and so the desire for a new place for more guests was born. A dream came true. Together with daughter Valentina and her boyfriend Thomas, plans, dreams and…
Relais Borgo Santo Pietro
Situated in the heart of Tuscany, Relais Borgo Santo Pietro was once a healing stopover for medieval pilgrims. Today it continues to provide a sanctuary for modern souls, merging a 5 star luxury hotel and spa concept with a ‘farm to plate’ philosophy on a 300-acre estate. A sumptuous feeling of home pervades the 800-year-old luxury farmhouse hotel, with its worn leather armchairs pulled up around open fires, fresh flower…
Mnemba Island Lodge
Steeped in culture and history, Zanzibar enticed adventurers, seafarers and traders from far and wide. Known as the spice island, from the centuries old trade of cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon, today the Zanzibar Archipelago is still bathed in the heady scents of spices and traditional dhows still drift across the horizon. A romantic hideaway, Mnemba Island is an exclusive paradise featuring twelve rustically chic beachside…
Palazzo Navona Rome
The innovative Palazzo Navona Hotel fully deserved of its role as being amongst one of the most qualified 4 star Hotels within the city “centro”, capable of fulfilling its own lifestyle qualities to satisfy even the most demanding guest. The intimate and charming ambience emits a feeling of almost magic by creating a special atmosphere which pervades this residence surrounded by its historical-art and ancient Roman…
Kudadoo Private Island
Kudadoo’s renowned eco-consciousness and sleek design extend to the Maldives island’s 15 over-water residences where your uninterrupted enjoyment of the private island charm and the splendid natural surrounds are the norm….
Bawah Reserve
A gorgeous tropical paradise surrounded by a blue ocean, Bawah Reserve sits in sheltered seclusion 160 nautical miles (300km) northeast of Singapore in the remote Anambas Archipelago, Indonesia. This pristine and previously uninhabited marine conservation area is surrounded by turquoise lagoons and coral reefs, which cater to outdoor adventurers looking to indulge as well as those looking to relax in paradise…
Royal Mansour Marrakech
The Royal Mansour can be counted amongst the few establishments in the world that defy hotel excellence. Just a few steps away from the famous Jemaa El Fna square beats the heart of the Marrakesh Palace, offering travellers the unique concept of a medina within a medina.
Each area has been designed to intuitively take guests on a sensory journey. Take a step into the secret and sumptuous history of one of the…
La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris
La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris, a 5-star hotel in the centre of Paris, offers you a unique stay in a typically Parisian atmosphere. The building was built in 1907 by the Hennessy family, during the enchanting interlude offered by the Paris of the “Belle Époque”. Reflecting this magical era, our luxury hotel in Paris embodies a certain French art de vivre. La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris enjoys an idyllic setting and immerses you in the…
Meneghetti Wine Hotel & Winery
In search for unique places, sometimes you need to get off the main roads. However, let them lead you to Bale, Istria. Then slow down and follow the road that gets narrower with every mile, as nature draws closer. Slow down even more, and then make a turn into the white road. As the iron gates of the Meneghetti estate open up in front of you, stop for just one moment – and realize that the magic actually appears off the…
Cavo Tagoo Santorini
The exclusive Cavo Tagoo Santorini, twin of Cavo Tagoo Mykonos is located within walking distance from Fira and just a few kilometers from Oia, the resort offers luxurious suites, spectacular sunsets over the sea and a personalized service exceptional. All Suites are modern and feature a hot tub or private pool on the terrace style, design details, 43-inch LCD satellite TV, patio or terrace with stunning panoramic view…
Cliveden House
Cliveden House is a privately owned 5 Red Star award-winning hotel, and sister to the world-renowned Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa in Hampshire. Our story is one of over 350 years of powerful personalities, iconic parties and scandalous affairs. Built in 1666 by the 2nd Duke of Buckingham, as a gift to his mistress, Cliveden House has remained a pinnacle of…
Laucala Island Fiji
A private island refuge in the South Pacific, Laucala unites dramatic rainforest-laced landscapes and white sandy beaches with unparalleled levels of luxury and privacy. No expense has been spared at the exclusive tropical hideaway, where 25 Fijian-styled villas are set amid coconut plantations, beside deserted beaches and atop the island’s volcanic mountains, overlooking fertile coral reefs and endless jungle. Style and…
Cocos Hotel Antigua
Perched on a lush green hillside, encircled by miles of heavenly blue sea and sandwiched between two gorgeous white sand beaches is COCOS Hotel, an all inclusive Antigua resort for couples and adults only. This rustic yet romantic and cozy boutique resort is located on the sunset side of the beautiful Caribbean Island of Antigua and comprises of a collection of 35 quaint wooden Cottages positioned on a pictoresque…
Gecko Hotel & Beach Club Formentera
In the beautiful and protected island of Formentera, Gecko Hotel & Beach Club was set out for like-minded individuals to unwind, connect with oneself and nature and above all celebrate life. Gecko brings to Formentera a new form of hospitality that unites our love for the island, the beach life and the elegance of a time in the past that continues to inspire us. Our clublike restaurant, in front of the Migjorn beach, offers a…
Il Sereno Como
Il Sereno brings a new era of luxury to the banks of Italy’s iconic Lake Como. Awarded the title of “Most Anticipated New Luxury Hotel Opening in 2016” by Luxury Travel Advisor magazine, Il Sereno’s ethos of understated elegance presents a freshness to this well-established destination. Designed by Patricia Urquiola, Wallpaper* Magazine Designer of The Year 2015, the all-suite hotel promises modern style and an authentic…
Villa Principe Leopoldo Lugano
Live in a fairy tale, surrounded by prestige and nature. Imagine contemplating Lugano’s beauty in a princely residence. The former private home of German Emperor Wilhelm’s brother in law, the Villa is located on a picturesque promontory called the Collina d’Oro (Golden Hill), whose views and location are the best kept secret in town. If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to live in a legendary home, a stay…
Villa Belvedere Taormina
Hotel Villa Belvedere is a delightful and charming boutique hotel, located at just a few minutes from Taormina’s lively town centre and from the world-famous Greek-Roman Theatre, which are both reachable by walking through the inspiring and panoramic Duca di Cesarò Botanic Gardens. The hotel benefits of wonderful views over the sea, the bay of Naxos and Mount Etna. The hotel has always been…
Château de La Chèvre d’Or
Nature is everywhere at Château de la Chèvre d’Or. There are lots of different gardens filled with sculptures, fountains, waterfalls, flowers, herbs, trees and shrubs. The area is perfumed with the scents of jasmine, bougainvillea and roses. The magnificent colors create a framework that blends into the horizon and the sea…
Juma Amazon Lodge
With its prime location in one of the most remote and preserved regions of the Amazon Rainforest, Juma Amazon Lodge is an intimate and inviting property harmoniously nestled into the forest environment which defines it. Juma Amazon Lodge features 19 intimate bungalows seamlessly nestled into the lush surroundings of the Amazon Rainforest. In order to accommodate the water levels of the wet season…
Il San Pietro Di Positano
The San Pietro di Positano is more than a hotel. It is a journey within a journey, where memories are created and never forgotten. A haven of peace, immersed in nature, this elegant home harmonises old-world traditions of hospitality with contemporary, understated luxury. Escape to this small slice of paradise suspended between the sea and sky. Carved into the cliff overlooking the mediterranean Sea, our rooms are a…
Azulik Tulum
In the heart of the Mayan jungle, a revolutionary project is about to redefine human evolution. A new vision of the future that is guided by ancestral knowledge and creates community is beginning to shape up.The VILLAS of AZULIK Tulum are built in harmony with the Mayan jungle and the Caribbean Sea. With no electric light, A/C, or television, we present nature as our main amenity, setting the perfect mood for a…
Aria Hotel Budapest
The Aria Hotel Budapest is a luxury boutique hotel with an exquisite design inspired by music. To compliment the musical concept, master designer Zoltan Varro’s vision was to simultaneously recreate the rich, lavish atmosphere of a historic Hungarian palace while also embracing visitors in the warmth and comfort of a private residence…
The author of the project and the founder of BIOLI Medical Wellness Resort, Tamaz Mchedlidze, has always had a clear goal in mind: to be a doctor. His distant ancestors, and then his grandparents before him, were engaged in medical activities.
It was from them that Tamaz found the inspiration for helping people, which he believes is the noblest profession in the world. After graduating from the Leningrad Medical Institute, Tamaz became a successful physician.
Being such an energetic, enthusiastic, and dedicated person, he decided not only to develop himself as a proficient specialist but also to develop a particular field further by creating a medical system that would work in the best interests of the patient’s health and comfort.
In September 1991, Dr. Mchedlidze opened his first clinic: today, MEDI is one of the largest medical companies in Russia, incorporating 25 clinics operating in the premium segments of St. Petersburg and Moscow.
Dr. Mchedlidze’s team consists of about four hundred professional doctors, all experts in various medical fields. In the MEDI system, he started the first private institute of postgraduate education in Russia, where more than 3,000 medical specialists are successfully trained each year.
Mr. Mchedlidze himself is a Doctor of Medical Sciences, author of many scientific articles, monographs, inventions, Professor of the Department of Health Care and Medical Management, founder of the Popular Medical Library of Dr. Mchedlidze.
His hard work brought him success and wealth, but due to the constant stress, over the years Mr. Mchedlidze’s weight reached almost 170kg. One day, standing on the scale, he realized that he had no moral right to talk to people about health when he was not healthy himself.
From that moment, he decided to radically change himself. With the help of his team of specialists, he developed a special system of philosophy and healing. In almost a year, he managed to normalize his weight and reduced it by 74 kg.
Mr. Mchedlidze not only recovered in record time, but also proved to be in exeptionally good physical shape and climbed the peak of Mt. Elbrus (5,642 m) on the same year.
Kojori
Kojori is a climate resort on the middle belt mountains surrounding Tbilisi. The resort zone benefits from clean mountain air, summers of average heat, moderate winds and humidity and the sequence of plain and semi-coniferous forests and meadows of fragrant grass.
Such a climate helps in restoring the overall health of the body and increasing resistance towards diseases. It also creates a great precondition for aerotherapy. Kojori possesses interesting historical value as well. The Agarata Fortress (also known as Kojori Fortress) erect in its proximity is dated to the XI century.
It used to be of great strategic importance for the feudal Georgia, since it crossed the only road from Armenia-Sabaratiano to Tbilisi. Kojori is also home to another notable medieval monument – the Udzo Monastery.
Throughout the centuries, Kojori has served as a summer residence for Kings and aristocrats, due to its special climate and gorgeous views. Nowadays, more and more people come here to improve their immune system and treat respiratory diseases.
Restaurant
The synthesis of an event hall and a restaurant, “Bioli Hall” sets a special model of nutrition. “Georgian Wellness” cuisine which was innovated in BIOLI has a great effect on improving quality-of-life as it represents a special combination of traditional Georgian flavor with wellness technologies of cooking.
The food is enriched with endemic phyto elements (selected individually) and provides an anti-oxidative effect on the body. Fresh, natural products, grown up at the Bioli hothouse are especially rich in vitamins and elements.
Our chef cooks the dishes with his own interpretation, the dishes, which are healthy, delicious and bring aesthetic pleasure at the same time. The menu for wellness guests is chosen individually based on medical diagnosis, by the recommendation of the Bioli nutritionist.
Entertainment Zone
After a full day of therapeutic procedures, BIOLI’s entertainment zone offers several options for relaxation. It offers guests a cozy atmosphere where they can listen to good music, play billiards, table tennis, darts, chess or backgammon.
Guests are also free to sample various types of BIOLI herbal infusions and unique pitcher-wines, exclusively bottled for BIOLI and made using unique organic grape varieties.
Phyto-resources
Since the use of medicinal herbs plays an incredibly important role in the process of human body recovery, Bioli employs specialists who utilize their professional knowledge by gathering medicinal herbs in country’s alpine zones, located on the southern slopes of Georgia’s mountainous regions.
Medicinal herbs are natural antioxidants, and at Bioli, they are used both in therapy and in our specially prepared healthful meals. The unique and proper combination of plants enhances our ability to make a targeted impact on the human body.
The Bioli Mix
Each bouquet is a collection of carefully selected ingredients. The aroma of flowers and grass charged with the Sun’s positive energy throughout the day, makes each Bioli mix special.
With the unique combination of plants we have come up with several mixes (“Detox”, “Relax”, “Antistress”, “Energy”, “Bioli Bouquet”, “Immunotea”) that have an intended impact on the human body. Besides the pleasant scent and tasteful features, they also have a therapeutic effect.
Functional nutrition
A menu enriched with endemic phyto-elements provides an anti-oxidative effect on the body, improves metabolism and boosts the immune system. Such a menu also has a detoxifying effect.
Physical therapy
Medicinal plant baths are among the safest treatments – their use helps to increase the body’s defense capability and its sustainability against the impact of adverse factors. Phyto-baths quickly provide relief from stress, calm the nervous system, rejuvenate and cleanse the skin, regulate sleep and improve metabolism.
Functional nutrition with endemic phyto resources
Fresh, all-natural products, some of which are grown on Bioli Farm, provide the human body with vital and essential elements. Functional nutrition represents a great precondition for strengthening the immune system and positively affects physical and psychological status.
In addition, a menu enriched with endemic phyto-elements, provides an anti-oxidative effect on the body, improves metabolism and boosts the immune system. Such a menu also has a detoxifying effect.
Nutritional supplements are selected individually. Dressings (sauces), which are made from mint, rocket, dandelion flower petals, oregano, pennyroyal, coriander, chicory and sea-buckthorn, are used for the enrichment of the menu, for therapeutic prescription.
Guests are also encouraged to sample several types of Bioli infusions. Each infusion is a mix of medicinal plants. Also, they stand out for their unique bouquet.
The “Detox” mix cleanses the body of harmful elements, “Immuno-tea” strengthens a weakened immune system, “Relax” and “Anti-stress” do a great job relieving tension.
Enotherapy
Our exclusive qvevri bio-wines bottled specially for BIOLI, deserve a special mention as they are wines rich in antioxidants and other important microelements.
Red wine rich in vitamins and phytoncides (150 ml per day) regulates cholesterol levels in blood and reduces the risk of thrombolytic complications, while the phyto-estrogens included in it (plant analogue of female hormones) maintains women’s youth and beauty during the critical period.
The powerful antioxidant effects of wines produced from Georgian grape varietal makes them unique in terms of their enotherapeutic features.
Physical Activity
Kinesiotherapy is an integral part of medical wellness programs. At Bioli, it implies different types of physical activities, focused on motion treatment.
Based on the concept of a medical wellness resort, all individually selected exercises at Bioli are preventative by nature, reducing the risk of developing bone and joint system diseases and avoiding the complications of existing pathological processes. Kinesiotherapy at Bioli incorporates the following physical activities:
A special walking technique with poles
A recreational, safe walking style (also known as the Nordic walking technique) using special sticks is beneficial for the prevention and therapy of musculoskeletal system diseases. Nordic walking exercises 90% of body muscles and burns 46% more calories compared to regular walking.
Decompression exercises on the crossover training equipment
Stretching exercises on the antigravity crossover training equipment holds the leading position in Kinesiotherapy. These exercises reduce load on intervertebral discs and joints, improves blood circulation and nutrition in tissues, stops spasms and strengthens the spinal muscular cortex.
Once the diagnostic research is completed, the exercise program is individually selected enabling us to prevent bone and joint diseases at an early stage. With injured joints, the exercise has a therapeutic effect and is used to prevent further complications.
Articular cartilage exercises
Articular cartilage exercises are one of the important part of the Kinesiotherapy. Complex exercises impact specific joints enabling to avoid the risk of bone and joint disease development and improve the condition of damaged joints at an early stage.
Articular cartilage exercises enhance blood circulation, improve muscle status, ease pain and tension in joints, and increase spine elasticity and flexibility.
Aqua Bike
Aqua Bike is an effective and complex method combining physical activity in the water and a hydro massage. A hydro massage improves blood circulation which has an anti-cellulite effect, particularly in the hip zones.
Water pressure reduces the load on joints. Pedaling provides cardio workout and improves the functionality of the cardio-vascular system. It must be noted that combining physical activity in the water and a hydro massage has a significantly more effective result than they do separately.
‘Fitball’ or Fitness-ball
Exercises performed with a Fitball enhance muscle tone, stimulate bone system functionality, enhance the flexibility of the spine, reduce the load placed on intervertebral discs and improve coordination.
During the exercises with a Fitball, a major strain falls on the back and abdominal muscles. In addition, it supports blood flow within internal organs and thus stimulates their function.
Breathing exercises
Breathing exercises performed in the fresh air, under the conditions of BIOLI’s unique micro-climate, promote sharp improvement of lung function.
Breathing exercises also have a positive, soothing effect on the cardiovascular system and provide one with a sense that they are in full harmony with the environment. The influence that breathing exercises has on the baroreceptors results in the activation of the blood supply and other physiological processes.
Discover Georgia
Georgia is a country famous for its incredible diversity. With its authentic beauty, it enchants even the most experienced tourists. Guests of Bioli can discover this small country-museum with a helicopter ride in just a day. The resort also offers spectacular tours individually tailored to its guests’ interests.
Bioli exclusive tour is the perfect choice for those interested in monuments and ancient architecture. It includes tours around the historical part of Tbilisi, as well as Mtskheta – the old capital of Georgia.
The program involves a hot air balloon trip along the Mukhrani Valley, and the evening is completed with a visit to a wine cellar and an introduction to the traditional Georgian cuisine.
Wine enthusiasts will experience an unforgettable adventure in the sunny Kakheti region. An experienced guide will show them around ancient monasteries.
Visiting Chateau Zegaani where the guests will taste unique qvevri wines and delicious dinner will only aggravate the impressions from the beauty of the Alazani Valley and the Caucasus mountains.
Wine Tour
Visiting the local wine estate is definitely the most impressive parts of traveling across Georgia – the cradle of wine. Chateau Zegaani, set up similar to a French chateau in the beginning of the XIX century by Lord Aleksandre Chavchavadze, is the hearth of European winemaking in the country.
The estate of great historical and architectural value is located in the Kakheti region. It is noteworthy that throughout a certain period of time, this chateau was the favorite summer residence of the Russian Emperor, Alexander III.
Today, Chateau Zegaani belongs to the Tatulashvili family, producing precious, organic Georgian wine. The wine tour at Chateau Zegaani is an unforgettable experience. Authentic environment, delicious wines and the gorgeous estate leaves no space for indifference.
An interesting program provides a fascinating angle to the Georgian winemaking culture. The wine tour lasts an entire day and other than wine tasting, includes a tour around the state, baking Shoti bread in a ‘tone’ and a traditional Georgian dinner.
