Six Senses, Ninh Van Bay, Vietnam
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What if nature, could be nurture?
A love of nature has become increasingly popular as a design concept, emerging as a way of connecting architecture with nature and creating a feeling of relaxation and comfort, says the IGH group of their biophilic stays to commune with nature. If you’ve ever pondered nature vs. nurture, we’re here to say, ‘what if nature could be nurturing?’ IHG Hotels & Resorts has rounded up a list of top destinations where nature can nurture your soul.
Six Senses, Ninh Van Bay, Vietnam
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Six Senses, Ninh Van Bay, Vietnam
Ninh Van Bay, one of Vietnam’s most scenic coastal areas, has an abundance of natural beauty. Six Senses Ninh Van Bay celebrates all that natural beauty, making it an essential part of the stay experience. The hotel has a resident terrestrial biologist, offering travelers a hands-on opportunity to embrace their surroundings. Guests can take guided hiking trips that educate about forest life or local conservation efforts for the endangered langur monkey species, and of course, there are the soaring vistas and a verdant forest to take in before stopping for a picnic breakfast at the property’s private beach.
Six Senses, Ninh Van Bay, Vietnam
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Arrival dock at Mr & Mrs Smith Joali Being, Maldives
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Mr & Mrs Smith Joali Being, Maldives
In the Maldives, this hotel was envisioned with a biophilic design. Unsurprisingly, the ocean is the star of this design concept, alongside conservation awareness of the turtle sanctuaries on the island. Hosting a coral nursery and helping to rebuild the lagoon’s reef, Joali Being is genuinely committed to nurturing nature. Leave the clock behind, as time is measured by the rhythm of the ocean and the number of salty-skin sundowners you’ve consumed. Of course, travelers will feel at one with the water and surroundings, immersed in the hotel’s island-inspired aesthetic, but it goes further. Choose from a menu of tailored programs that encourage deep connections to yourself, your partner and your environment – or take advantage of the island’s sunrise yoga sessions, evening Pilates and general zen.
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Kimpton Blythwood Square, Glasgow, Scotland – La Chambre Verte
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Be surrounded by plants as you sleep
Travelers looking for a dreamy, biophilic stay are in for a treat at the Kimpton Blythwood Square in Glasgow, Scotland. La Chambre Verte is an immersive luxury hotel room experience combining biophilic design’s psychological and physical benefits. Echoing the ancient Japanese practice of forest bathing, La Chambre Verte encourages guests to unwind in the green space of their hotel room while observing nature’s beauty to reduce stress, increase happiness and gain a better night’s sleep.
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Hotel Indigo Hakone Gora in Hakone, Japan
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Hotel Indigo Hakone Gora in Hakone, Japan
The healing power of water is at the heart of Hotel Indigo Hakone Gora in Hakone, Japan. Its serenity inspires residents and visitors alike, and the waters of this region can be seen everywhere, from the Mountains of Gora to the décor in the hotel’s rooms and suites. All rooms feature a modern Japanese-style tub filled with natural onsen water – mineral-rich and sourced directly from local hot springs. Riverside or hillside views complete this bath experience that caters to all your senses. No attention to detail is spared, as even the carpets reflect the surrounding nature, with design elements inspired by the Haya River and the boulders of the Mountains of Gora.
Hotel Indigo Vienna
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Hotel Indigo Vienna, Austria
If you’re looking to take a break from the city while still staying close, the garden oasis at Hotel Indigo Vienna – Naschmarkt is an option. A short walk from the city’s historic center, in the “Margareten” district, flora and fauna are abundant. Vienna, known as the “City of Music,” has widened its credentials recently – with a lively modern gastronomy and design scene. Around the district, visitors will notice a laidback and calming vibe, filled with secret gardens that bring a touch of botanic vibrancy – all reflected in the hotel’s design aesthetic.
Hotel Indigo Vienna
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These hotels are but a tiny reminder to seek nature and be nurtured by it. From Scandinavia to New Zealand, Canada to Argentina, the world has so many beautiful places to be immersed in nature.
