{"id":126323,"date":"2017-07-13T12:15:03","date_gmt":"2017-07-13T10:15:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/magazine.theblondesalad.com\/?p=126323"},"modified":"2018-10-12T08:53:09","modified_gmt":"2018-10-12T08:53:09","slug":"48-hours-engadin-mountains-sun-spa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theblondesalad.com\/en\/city-guides\/48-hours-engadin-mountains-sun-spa\/","title":{"rendered":"48 Hours in Engadin: mountains, sun and SPA"},"content":{"rendered":"

When you think of summer,\u00a0Switzerland<\/strong> is probably not the first place to pop into your mind. We Italians, like many others, tend to think of the seaside as the ideal summer destination, but considering how horribly hot it’s been lately, we warmly (ah! Get it?) recommend considering an alternative background for your summer shenanigans<\/strong>. We recently spent 48 hours in Engadin<\/strong> and want to tell you all about it. Who knows, we might persuade you to plan your next weekend getaway in Switzerland. \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n

\"day-1\"<\/a>Our meeting point was Tirano, destination: St. Moritz<\/strong>, to be reached on the Bernina Express<\/strong>! Nothing better than this charming and classy little (and highly technological) train to comfortably take you to your destination while you enjoy the breathtaking view. On the two hours ride, you’ll see glaciers, mountain lakes, green valleys… and a handful of villages. The Bernina train goes through one or two urban centres, which only adds to its charm. This trip is all about relax and excellent food, and if you’re a party animal looking to paint the town red, you’ll have to come back in the winter: don’t say we didn’t warn you! As soon as you set foot in St. Moritz, head to Mulo’s for a light lunch<\/strong>. In this restaurant, the local cuisine meets international flavors, and there’s something for everyone. After lunch, it’s time to check into your hotel room: we recommend you go big and stay at Kulm Hotel<\/strong><\/a>. Everybody in the area knows Kulm Hotel, which has hosted international stars, athletes, local celebrities and more \u2013 no wonder why! The view is\u00a0<\/strong>incomparable<\/b>, as is the next activity on our agenda: spa time. Treat yourself to a massage \u2013 you won’t regret it \u2013 and then relax in the outdoor pool<\/strong>, whatever the weather: even if it’s cool outside, the warm jacuzzi will keep you warm. Glorious! Now, quick: you only have time for a shower before dinner time at Kulm Country Club<\/strong><\/a>, which you have to try. Period. All jokes aside, the sublime menu that wouldn’t be out of place in any international restaurant is the work of an Italian chef. The local wines and the plates that go with them will seduce you \u2013 you’ll be able to taste Engadin in every sip.<\/strong> After dinner, it’s time for a restful night before the excitement of the second day. Gute Nacht!<\/p>\n\n\t\t