Schloss Elmau, a luxury retreat and hideaway in the Bavarian Alps, provides guests with a holistic approach to wellness under the guidance of medical spa director Dr. Imke König. Her traditional Chinese medicine consultations assess clients' qi, or energy, levels through tongue diagnostics. The resort features two hotels with contemporary and family-friendly designs, including one that has hosted global leaders during the G7 Summit. Guests are encouraged to adopt wellness practices such as meditation and diet adjustments, enhancing relaxation amidst stunning Alpine scenery.
"You have a qi deficiency," reaffirmed Dr. Imke König, her kind yet firm tone bordering on maternal. A tall, soft-spoken woman who glides rather than walks - that's years of tai chi practice, under the belt.
During our traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) consultation at the Badehaus Spa, Dr. König took a look at the texture, color, and shape of my tongue, a TCM routine for diagnosing health issues.
To sleep better? I needed to meditate, or switch off my brain lying by a pool, breathing in restorative mountain air: all easy enough to accomplish at a place like this one.
Schloss Elmau consists of two separate and distinct hotels. Opened in 2015, the Retreat is a polished, contemporary take on an Alpine chalet; the 47-suite property is also so secure, it has hosted heads of state - twice - for the G7 Summit.
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