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2024: The Year We Raus-ed Even Harder! As the year draws to a close, we’re looking back at some wild and wonderful past 12 months here at Raus. There were many bumps along the way and we had more sleepless nights than we like to admit – but with so many amazing guests, it was all so so worth it. Here's what made our year unforgettable: 🏕️ Raus guests spent over 16,000 nights in nature – where they swapped the hustle and bustle of the city for birdsong and your daily obligations for stargazing. 🛖 You stayed in over 75 cabins – each a portal to tranquility (and probably a fair amount of deer spotting). 🇦🇹 We launched in Austria – the land of Käsespätzle, Sachertorte, and everything deliciously hard to pronounce! 🍳 16,000 pajama parties & dinners thrown – because every cosy night deserves a feast (and maybe some late-night dancing). 🎂 We turned three! Raus is officially a Threenager now – moody, fabulous, and growing fast. 🏞️ Our Lodge am See expanded – now 14 cabins strong and ready for all your lakeside dreams. 🐾 Doggos welcomed: over 750. (We didn’t count how many tail wags that adds up to, but we know it’s a lot.) 🔥 3,000 sauna sessions, we’re 90% sure you’ve all sweat out your stress (and maybe some sins)... 🏖️ First seaside cabins launched! North and Baltic Sea, here we Raus! Salt air, sandy toes, and spectacular sunsets included. 🛒 Stocked Fridge extra? Yep. Groceries = handled. You = relaxed. 🍳 We delivered more than 2,000 breakfasts to your cabin doors. Granola, anyone? 🐑 We met new furry friends – more than 350 sheep, goats, alpacas, bunnies, emus (yes, emus), and more. Storks, swans, and sea eagles were the VIP guests.  🦙 300+ alpaca hikes. Who was leading who? We’re still not sure. 🌲 Our cabins got a glow-up – think elegant light brown hues that blend perfectly with the woods, vineyards, and Alpine meadows we now call home. Thank YOU, our dear partners, team members, guests, and community, for making this year one for the books (and the birds)! Here’s to more adventures, more nature, and more unforgettable memories in 2025 🚀

Dear LinkedIn friends, This is a personal message – from Christopher Eilers, Johann Ahlers, and Julian Trautwein. We started Raus over three years ago because we wanted to create opportunities to spend time more mindfully. For all the things in life that truly matter. 2024 has been a year of challenges, growth, and reflection. As founders, we've navigated sleepless nights, economic uncertainties, and the daily balancing act of running a business while being present as fathers and partners. And like many of you, we’ve felt the weight of a world that’s both heating up and growing colder – where hope and joy can feel fleeting amid the chaos and uncertainty. Yet this year has also reminded us of the difference we can make. Guests spent over 16,000 nights unwinding in nature (together with 750 dogs), and we’ve seen firsthand how meaningful time spent away from the noise can bring clarity and joy. We’ve learned that while we can’t change everything, we can all make an impact in our own way – through openness, courage, and the simple act of taking the first step. So, as we look ahead to 2025, we want you, our guests and community, to help shape the future of Raus. Whether it’s planting a tree for every booking, pancakes for breakfast, or a treehouse cabin, we’re excited to hear your ideas! ✨ What’s your wish for Raus in the coming year? ✨ No idea is too bold, small, or whimsical – we’re here to listen, learn, and grow with you. Share your wish and as a thank-you, you’ll receive 15% off your first stay in 2025.  https://lnkd.in/dEuqTYAt Here’s to a new year filled with hope, joy, and fewer gloomy headlines! With love, Christopher, Johann, and Julian

Job Alert: Guest Experience Superhero Wanted 🌳 Do you dream of a job where your biggest challenge is making already unforgettable experiences even more unforgettable? At Raus, we’re on a mission to reconnect people with nature and sprinkle some happiness into their lives. But we can’t do it alone – we need YOU. As our Guest Experience Manager (m/f/x), you’ll be the voice, smile, and go-to person for our guests. From handling bookings to coordinating with partners and solving guest inquiries faster than you can say “nature retreat”, this role is for someone who’s part hospitality wizard, part outdoor enthusiast. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/dhsr_8im Or tag someone who’s perfect for this role! In return, you’ll join a team that’s redefining travel, one cosy cabin at a time. Think happy guests, motivated colleagues, and the satisfaction of knowing you helped someone trade the daily grind for a forest view. 🌲

🎄 Not sure if you were aware, but this season is all about building Tiny Houses… At Raus, we believe that every great adventure starts with a cosy cabin – and this Christmas season, we’re challenging you to take things to the next SWEET level: with a gingerbread house that even Hansel & Gretel would envy! Welcome to the Raus Gingerbread House Challenge, where sugar, spice and your imagination take center stage! Whether crafting a candy-coated chalet, a marshmallow mansion, or a whimsical winter wonderland, now’s your chance to create a tiny house as magical as the season itself. Here’s how to join: 🍪 Whip up your most over-the-top gingerbread creation 💫 Post a photo of your creation in your Instagram Story 🏷️ Let us know by tagging @raus.life to enter! What’s in it for you? Oh, just a Raus Annual Subscription – 3 amazing stays (2 nights each) in 2025 at one of our (real-life) Raus cabins. Imagine escaping to nature, waking up to forest views, and NOT having to worry about your roof being made of cookies. The winner will be revealed on December 23rd, so grab your gumdrops, let your creativity flow, and show us your sweetest masterpiece! 

Let’s face it – Christmas shopping is chaos! Crowds, lists, and the nagging guilt of not knitting that scarf you swore you’d make. Carolers singing off-key. And the abundance of wrapping paper options becoming a science in itself. Feels like you need a break? Well, this is why we’ve come up with a solution this year: Let us take care of the part that involves the Christmas present. All you need to do? Actually take that well-deserved break! 🛖 Spend quality time in one of our cabins between November 22nd and December 27th – the peak season of everything the Grinch can’t stand. 💸 With your stay, you’ll get a €50 voucher – completely free – as the perfect gift for a loved one (or yourself, no judgment)! https://lnkd.in/dDnxhmEc 

🎉 Pinch me, Is this for real? 🎉 When we started Raus three years ago with one tiny cabin in the Brandenburg wilderness, the goal was simple: convince people to willingly drive into the middle of nowhere for some peace, quiet, driven by a dream to reconnect people with nature. Fast forward to today, we’ve just been named one of Germany’s 11 most extraordinary hotels by GQ Magazine alongside icons like the WEISSENHAUS Private Nature Luxury Resort, the Das Kranzbach, the Grand Hotel Heiligendamm - The Leading Hotels of the World & Selektion Deutscher Luxushotels or the Lanserhof Group. I mean, who knew the key to competing with luxury spas and historic landmarks was... trees and good vibes? This recognition is a testament to the power of our vision—and the trust and support of our incredible community. It’s proof that simplicity, sustainability, and the magic of nature resonate with people. A huge thank you to every guest, supporter, and our amazing team who has been part of this journey. We’re excited to keep pushing the boundaries of what it means to offer extraordinary, sustainable getaways. 🌿 🌳 🏡 And to the other hotels on there: save us a seat at the grown-ups’ table—we’ll bring the marshmallows. https://lnkd.in/eETzYZkk #RausAndProud #TimeWellSpent #WhoNeedsMinibars

This goes out to all HR heroes, entrepreneurs, and leaders: Do you have a Christmas gift idea for your team yet? 🎁 What would your company be without the dedication of your employees? They’re the daily driving force behind the success of your business – hence you want to say THANK YOU with a gift they’ll truly love! Skip the standard gifts for something that's as refreshing as it is memorable: a Raus Gift Card for a getaway in nature! Here’s what makes the Raus Gift Card the ultimate employee gift: – 🌳 Impossible to top: A cosy cabin escape is the gift they didn’t know they needed – but after a challenging business year (yep), they really do! – 🌊 Mental refresh over material stuff: Instead of gadgets that’ll end up on the office shelf, let them take a recharge surrounded by nature. Because a quiet moment by the lake beats a zip out of another branded water bottle – 📈 The nature effect: Studies show that time in nature reduces stress and boosts happiness. And happy employees are productive employees, right? (Hello, win-win!) – 💌 Easy to give: No wrapping, no assembly, no last-minute tape drama – 💯 One fits all! Whether you want to give 50€ or 400€ per person, we’ve got you covered! So, if you’re looking for a gift your team will actually remember (and maaaybe even brag about on their own LinkedIn), think outside the gift basket: https://lnkd.in/eDGpHs-A

From hospitality company to nature immersion platform: What 16 talented ESCP Business School students taught us about the future of Raus 🎓 We had the pleasure of partnering with 16 Master's students from ESCP's MSc in Sustainability Entrepreneurship and Innovation programme. As part of their ‘Strategic Design Thinking’ course, these students embarked on a mission to answer one of our essential business questions: How might Raus evolve from a hospitality company into a platform that fosters a deeper relationship with nature and promotes environmental awareness? The students, split into four groups, each tackled this from a unique perspective: couples, families, elderlies, and corporates – some potential Raus fans we hadn't put in the spotlight before! Here’s how it went down: – 🌳 Field trip: The students kicked things off with a visit to our 📍Lodge am See, soaking up the Raus vibe first-hand – 🎤 On-the-Ground Research: They conducted interviews with past and potential guests, capturing insights that we hadn’t fully considered – 💡 Pitch time: After a lightning feedback round with us, each group presented their vision for the future of Raus Each group brought fresh ideas on how Raus can expand for every age and stage. From family-driven amenities to elder-friendly nature walks, we explored multi-faceted approaches on how to turn potential audiences  – that could be you, you, and you – into new Raus superfans! It was inspiring to see these students dive so deeply into our brand – and to get a taste of how Raus could become more than just quality time in nature but a movement, connecting people with the natural world in meaningful ways. Thanks to these budding entrepreneurs, we’re even more excited about the future of nature tourism. Here’s to making the great outdoors a little greater! 🌍💚

What do a shepherd, a stork, oat and raspberries have in common? Well, they could surely be the punchline of a witty joke we didn’t come up with this time (if you do, let us know)! More than that, they’re the stars of four brand-new locations – all with above average ratings in various categories: 🐑🐑🐑🐑🐑 (5/5 sheep): At📍Schäferhöhe (1:15 from Leipzig, 2:30 h from Berlin) you’ll find yourself on a sheep farm with over 120 years of shepherding tradition. Watch fluffy sheep roaming through the grass under a sky dotted with equally fluffy clouds! 🌾🌾🌾🌾🌾 (5/5 seeds): Your cabin at📍Haferhof (00:30 h from Lübeck, 1:00 h from Hamburg) is located on the grounds of a 200-year-old organic farm where wheat, oats, spelt and beans are grown. The place to be for oatmeal connoisseurs and anyone who craves endless views! 🪶🪶🪶🪶🪶 (5/5 feathers): Our location📍Storchenhof (1:50 h from Hamburg, 1:15 h from Bremen) is a paradise for bird enthusiasts: With a bit of luck, you can spot migratory birds like swifts, storks, starlings, cranes, geese and even sea eagles! 🍓🍓🍓🍓🍓 (5/5 raspberries): From your cabin at📍Himbeerwiese (1:00 h from Bremen, 2:15 h from Hamburg), your gaze wanders over rolling grasslands and lush pastures lined with hundreds of raspberry bushes. Yum! 🌊🌊🌊🌊 (3/4 waves): To top it all off, three of these locations are just a short drive from the sea! So, pack your swimsuit and your cosiest towel for a refreshing retreat. Discover your very own favourite spot here: https://lnkd.in/dDnxhmEc

Raus is officially a “Threenager” 🎂 That’s right, Raus is turning three years old today and we’re feeling all kinds of emotions – mostly excitement, gratitude, and maaaybe a little craving for birthday cake! Since day one, our mission has been clear: to inspire and empower people to reconnect with nature – not just by bringing them close, but by immersing them fully in it. We believe that getaways are an opportunity to be mindful of what matters in life. We want our guests to be present in the here and now and to be able to consciously focus their attention on the things that are important to them, without much effort or preparation. And what an incredible journey it’s been! We’ve: 🌿 Expanded from our first cabin near Berlin to over 70 across Germany and Austria 🌳 Opened our Lodge Landsitz & Lodge am See for fellow nature lovers to experience the outdoors together 🫕 Curated delicious breakfasts, lunch, and dinner packages for that special “mmmmhhh”  🐑 Shared heartwarming moments with sheep, horses, cows, dogs, cats and even alpacas 🤝 Grown a community of adventure seekers, nature huggers, and trailblazers As we blow out the candles today, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to YOU – our amazing guests, partners, and friends. We couldn’t have done it without you and we look forward to the adventures ahead, staying committed to our mission, and helping more people discover the joy of the outdoors. To celebrate and share the joy you’ve brought us, we’ve prepared a special birthday gift! Starting today, October 18th, every 5th booking made within the next 48 hours using our non-refundable rate will get their stay for FREE! Thank you for being part of the Raus family – here’s to many more adventures together!