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The World’s Best Destination Spas

The World’s Best Destination Spas

 

For those looking for the ultimate luxury spa experience, destination spas are the leaders in their field. These wellness experts promote a healthy and active lifestyle, at all-inclusive resorts in stunning surroundings from Spain to Thailand. Well-being comes from within, and at these destination spas nutritious cuisine is combined with fitness activities and personalised therapies to help you to reach your wellness goals. From Ayurvedic spa treatments, to traditional Chinese medicine and expert run medical spas, find everything to satisfy your spa holiday needs at the world’s best destination spas.



Best Holistic Hideaway: Ananda in the Himalayas, India

 The Best Spa for a holistic hideaway is Ananda in the Himalayas in India


Ananda means ‘peace’, and that is exactly what you will find at this spiritual destination spa nestled at the foot of the magnificent Himalayas. A tranquil destination for a holistic spa holiday, choose from up to 80 spa treatments and Ayurvedic therapies to rejuvenate your well-being. Revitalise with healing Reiki sessions, then experience the holistic qualities of precious stones with amethyst rejuvenation or a rose quartz facial. Promoting all-round wellness, complement your destination spa retreat with a range of group classes and activities, from meditation and yoga, to cooking demonstrations and treks in the Himalayan foothills. 


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Ananda in the Himalayas

Best Yoga & Pilates Spa: Absolute Sanctuary, Thailand

 The best destination spa for yoga and pilates in Absolute Sanctuary in Thailand


Situated on the beautiful Thai island of Koh Samui, retreat to the stunning surroundings of this destination spa, ideal for a rejuvenating yoga and Pilates spa holiday. With 25 classes a week, including hot flow, Ashtanga and Hatha, yogis can enjoy a variety of styles taught by experts practitioners. Meanwhile, Pilates enthusiasts can opt for a Pilates reformer bootcamp to strengthen and tone at this tranquil destination spa. Whatever practice you pursue, end your day with a visit to the luxury spa and release further tension with a variety of healing, anti-stress and speciality massages on offer. 


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Absolute Sanctuary

Most Indulgent Spa: Six Senses Zighy Bay, Oman

The most indulgent destination spa is Six Senses Zighy Bay in Oman

Indulge and relax in the indulgent Six Senses spa with luxurious therapies specially designed for a holistic experience. The skilled therapists combine Eastern and Western techniques to rejuvenate and balance your senses, giving the well-being TLC that you have been craving. Combine your spa experience with a selection of yoga and meditation to give you the best partnership to take you on a wellness journey where you will be rejuvenated, all stress relieved and ready to explore what Oman has to offer. in this beautiful part of the Middle East.  

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Best Stress Sanctuary: Como Shambhala Estate, Bali

 The Best Destination Spa for Stress is Como Shambhala Estate in Bali


This luxury destination spa in Bali is thoughtfully situated near ‘The Source’, a natural spring that nourishes this secluded 9 acre sanctuary and which the local natives believe has healing benefits. A dream destination for a de-stress holiday, wellness consultations with health experts provide practical techniques to help you unwind, while private yoga lessons in the open-air pavilion help you to restore balance. Explore further afield on an adventurous rice trek or exhilarating white-water rafting experience, before reviving with Asian-inspired spa treatments and Ayurvedic therapies, overseen by the dedicated Ayurvedic doctor. 


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Como Shambhala Estate

Most Effective Medi-Spa: SHA Wellness Clinic, Spain

SHA Wellness Clinic is the top medical spa in Europe


A paradise of wellness, this destination spa on the sunny Spanish coast is an ideal retreat for a medical spa holiday. Combining the relaxing atmosphere of a luxury spa with the expert knowledge of a doctor’s clinic, comprehensive medical consultations are followed by personalised therapies, including the use of Chinese Medicine and anti-aging treatments. Tackling health issues from insomnia to smoking, specialist wellness programmes incorporate tailored spa treatments, from hydroenergetic healing to oxygen therapies. The world’s first macrobiotic destination spa, prescribed healthy nutritional plans leave you feeling nourished and renewed with long lasting benefits.


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SHA Wellness Clinic

Best for Effective Weight Loss: Chiva Som, Thailand

 Chiva Som in Thailand is the top destination spa for weight loss


The fitness focus at this secluded retreat on Thailand’s Hua Hin coast makes this holistic ‘haven of life’ an ideal destination for a weight loss holiday. Thorough fitness assessments are followed by personal training sessions and group classes, inluding Pilates, kinesis, TRX training. With daily massages at the luxury spa included in your stay, push your performance and fitness levels knowing you can recover with a relaxing foot massage or Oriental scalp massage. Consultations with an expert nutritionist will assess your personal health needs, while educational cooking classes teach the principles of healthy living, advocated by this luxury destination spa. 


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Chiva Som

Best Fitness Spa: The BodyHoliday, St Lucia

 The best spa resort to visit for fitness is The BodyHoliday in St Lucia


Escape to the stunning beaches of St Lucia, where this destination spa and award-winning wellness centre encourage an active lifestyle alongside luxury spa therapies. Ideal for a fitness spa holiday, challenging personal training sessions are accompanied by daily spa treatments, included in your stay at this all-inclusive retreat. Great for a singles holiday advocating overall well-being, take part in group classes, ranging from circuits and Box Fit to bike tours and hiking. Whether focusing on weight loss or body toning, spa treatments can be geared towards these goals, while holistic Ayurvedic treatments aid a more balanced lifestyle.


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The BodyHoliday

Best Healthier Lifestyle Spa: The Farm, Philippines

 The Farm at San Benito is the best destination spa for adopting a healthier lifestyle


Re-discover your well-being at this destination spa in the idyllic Philippines, a dream retreat to learn a healthier lifestyle on holiday. This tropical destination spa is built around a 250-year old mango tree which epitomises this luxury resort’s holistic philosophy. Inspired by this attitude to wellness, private cuisine classes at the award winning ALIVE! restaurant teach healthy nutrition principles. Holistic consultations combine with therapies in the healing sanctuary spa, where options such as Tibetan steam therapy, colon hydrotherapy and acupuncture sessions cleanse and repair your body. Join in with group classes from yoga to circuits, to promote an active lifestyle and improve your overall well-being. 


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The Farm

 

Best Wellness Detox: Kamalaya, Thailand

Kamalaya in Thailand is the best place to visit for a wellness detox


Boasting a range of detox plans, this destination spa on the idyllic island of Koh Samui caters for all your detox holiday needs. Expert consultations provide nutritional supplements and identify your health needs with body bio-impedance analysis, before cleansing your system with purifying spa treatments like lymphatic drainage therapy. Enhance your cleanse as you sweat out further toxins during group classes including yoga and Thai Chi, before cleansing your mind with meditation and Embracing Change consultation sessions. Offering over 70 therapies, integrating holistic medicine from East and West, Kamalaya in the ideal destination spa to detox and relax.


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Kamalaya

 

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