Solis Cambrian Hotel: Alpine Paradise in Abelboden, Switzerland

For an inspiring taste of the Alps this autumn or winter, book the Solis Cambrian Hotel located right on the main street in charming Abelboden, Switzerland. (The name of the mountain village means "noble ground" and is the home of Alpine skiing and the FIS Ski World Cup.) As viewed from the central lobby with its open fireplace, the surrounding setting is absolutely magnificent. Tucked away in one of the world's most beautiful places, Solis Cambrian has a slew of recreational activities at its doorstep: mountain sports, outdoor adventures, and Swiss spa-ing, of course, at the luxurious Spa Solis featuring multiple treatments rooms, traditional Swedish and steam saunas, Dr. Kneipp foot treatment, and 100 percent natural products from Sodashi. (Pssst. We hear the outdoor hot tub boasts incomparable mountain views.) Every guest room in this modern design hotel has views from a balcony, and all the contemporary luxuries like plasma TVs and DVDs, wifi, plush robes, and fully stocked mini-bars. You can take advantage of a number of packages that offer good value and lots of added extras: Gourmet Hiking, priced at CHF 560,00 for 2 people, includes breakfast, 4-course dinner, and an opulent picnic basket while the Solis Wellness package, priced at CHF 1060,00 for 2 people, includes breakfast, 4-course dinner, 1 Sodashi Soul to Sole Body Treatment (90 minutes) per person, 1 Sodashi Aromatherapy Facial or Sodashi for Men (60 minutes) per person, and more.