What else could be better than a relaxing escape to a peaceful, beautiful place surrounded by nature? Away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, wellness retreats provide a much-needed break to help nurture your mind, body, and soul with activities like yoga classes, meditation, and even spa treatments. From luxury resorts to secluded mountain cabins, here are some of the best wellness retreats you should consider for your next vacation.
1. Conrad Punta De Mita in Riviera Nayarit, Mexico
Conrad Punta De Mita is a five-star resort located on the serene Mexican seaside that will take your breath away. Their spa offers a traditional Mexican Temazcal, a local purification ritual used by curanderos, or healers, for the past 5,000 years. This meditative practice features rejuvenating herbal remedies and massage therapy.
2. Sensei Lanai in Lanai, Hawaii
This private retreat is located in the secluded natural wonders of Hawaii and offers short- and long-term stays for guests searching for a place to recharge.
When you arrive, you create a personalized wellness plan with trained facilitators at the retreat. Your plan can include activities ranging from oceanside sports to spa treatments.
3. Olea in Zakynthos, Greece
What could be more relaxing than gazing out your window with a view of serene olive trees and pristine Mediterranean waters? Throw in some high-quality spa treatments and wellness courses, of course!
At Olea, you can experience all of that and more. During your relaxing stay, you can access fitness courses and learn more about the health benefits of delicious Greek cuisine.
4. BodyHoliday in St. Lucia
Do you like the sound of a daily customized massage? Because I sure do. You’ll get the special treatment you deserve at BodyHoliday, one of the world’s most popular wellness retreat centers.
Your entire stay is personalized. From relaxing massages to restorative meals to exercise, you can customize your visit to fulfill your specific wellness goals before you leave the sandy beach and pristine waters to head home.
5. COMO Shambhala Estate in Ubud, Bali
COMO Shambhala Estate is set in a spiritual enclave of jungle, river, and sun-rich clearings just north of Ubud.
This unique retreat center offers more than 20 Asian-inspired and Western holistic treatments developed by COMO Shambhala. Expert consultants and therapists offer more than eight specializations, including Ayurveda, reflexology, yoga, Pilates, nutrition, and oriental medicine.
6. Madeline Hotel and Residences in Telluride, Colorado
Athletes can rejoice because the Madeline Hotel and Residences offer wellness programs for those who like to be active and head outdoors. They host workshops and nature-based therapies and cook delicious and nutritious meals for you during your mountainside stay.
7. Palm Heights in Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman
At Palm Heights, wellness is infused in every moment of your stay. From socializing with other participants to enjoying delectable personalized meals to exercising in their world-renown workout courses, Palm Heights offers wellness at every step so you can return home energized after a week full of relaxation.
8. THE WELL at Mayflower Inn and Spa in Washington, Connecticut
Book a stay at the Mayflower Inn and sign up for THE WELL program for an all-inclusive spa experience. They host workshops on anything from mental wellness to skincare and serve delectable meals from local farms and businesses.
9. Clinique La Prairie in Clarens, Switzerland
Clinique La Prairie offers a wide range of wellness retreat options customized to your specific needs. Before you arrive, you can complete a survey to determine precisely what relaxation experience you’re looking for during your stay.
You will meet with dieticians and personal trainers to help you develop wellness practices at the resort that you can take home when your stay ends.
10. Mango House in Seychelles
Mango House offers various outdoor activities to help you get exercise and vitamin D simultaneously. The sparkling ocean sits beside the resort, giving ample opportunities for snorkeling, kayaking, and fishing. This gorgeous retreat center also offers a unique wellness experience at their Anpe sanctuary.
11. Ojai Valley Inn in Ojai, California
Views of the Ojai Mountains sit outside your windows at the Ojai Valley Inn. Their seasoned staff will offer you access to plenty of exciting outdoor activities when you head outside. Head inside, and you can visit the spa for revitalizing treatments and massages.
12. Blackberry Mountain in Walland, Tennessee
If you’re searching for a remote escape from your daily life, Blackberry Mountain is a fantastic place to visit. During your stay, you can go on gorgeous hikes in the rural countryside, take ceramics classes, taste delicacies crafted by local chefs, and of course, visit the spa.
13. Shou Sugi Ban House in the Hamptons, New York
Featuring rooms with private fireplaces and comfortable tubs, the Shou Sugi Ban House in New York is nestled by the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. When you visit, you can take advantage of many wellness offerings, like movement classes, cooking workshops, and massage.
14. Habitas Tulum in Tulum, Mexico
If you’re searching for an exciting jungle vacation and wellness retreat in one package, you should visit this resort in Tulum. At Habitas Tulum, you can hike through the Yucatan jungle and dive into the ocean. When you want to relax, you can head to the spa for rejuvenating treatments and wellness workshops.
15. Grand Resort Bad Ragaz in Bad Ragaz, Switzerland
As one of the oldest wellness retreats in the world, Grand Resort Bad Ragaz offers tranquil thermal spas, massages, and wellness treatments that have proven to help people relax for over 150 years. Grand Resort Bad Ragaz is the place to go if you’re looking for expert treatment and guaranteed relaxation.
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