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With the Tour de France inspiring many of us to get on our bike in far flung destination, Patricia Inácio, Fitness Supervisor at Epic Sana in Portugal, shares with us the benefits of indoor cycling workouts.

Take a break from your hectic lifestyle and embark a life-changing retreat that will help you to become a better version of you. Whether you want to improve your health or become more in touch with yourself, our wide range of wellness holidays will help you get on track to make real positive changes to your life. From a safari spa break in South Africa to a detox holiday in Thailand, our collection of healthy holidays ensure that everyone can find the life changing escape they are looking for to make you a better person. Indulge in a relaxing getaway being pampered with rejuvenating spa treatments and take part in a variety of fun activities whilst working your way towards achieving your personal goals.

If you desire a bit of extra help beyond the traditional beauty spa treatments, but want to avoid the clinical environment of a doctors surgery, then a medical spa holiday could be the destination for you. Medical spas have become increasingly popular in recent years, with treatments and programmes that might aid your health further than traditional spa treatments, like facials or massages. Here, spa goers are still be able to enjoy treatments that are part of a typical luxury spa holiday, but with the added benefits of modern day technologies and expert medical staff.

The big ‘M’ word – Menopause; many women going through this ordeal have to overcome a number of the common symptoms, ranging from hot flushes and night sweats, to mood swings and insomnia, leaving you feeling not quite like yourself. It doesn’t happen overnight, but is rather a gradual process that can prove to be tedious for every woman. Take some time out to treat yourself to a wellness holiday where health specialists can help you to manage menopause symptoms in a natural and healthy way. Banish those sleepless nights and feel ready to continue tackling the menopause when you return home with heightened knowledge on how to manage the symptoms.

When it comes to improving heart health, there has been an abundance of research and development into preventive measures for cardiovascular disorders, including fitness activities and a variety of heart-friendly nutritional regimens. Great ways of lowering blood pressure and reducing strain on the heart, there has been an undeniable rise in specialist wellness holidays offering the health, fitness and nutritional guidance needed for revamping bad habits and unhealthy lifestyles in the pursuit of staying or becoming heart healthy.

Living in today’s fast-paced world, a holiday to an exotic tropical paradise where you can embrace pure relaxation on a luxury spa retreat might just be at the top of everyone’s travel wish list. From the lush forests of Costa Rica to the tropical hills of Bali, you are sure to experience your dream holiday on a spa retreat in paradise with just the right mix of leisure and adventure. These beautiful, exotic destinations offer the full package; magnificent surroundings to explore, a whole new cultural experience, delicious flavourful menus, fun activities, and luxurious spas for ultimate relaxation, making them the best spa retreats in paradise.

Ditch the lazy fly and flop holidays for an adrenaline-charged escape to one of our fabulous destinations where you can merge an unforgettable romantic holiday experience with a fitness boosting retreat alongside your significant other. A good way to improve and strengthen your relationship, couples healthy holiday do not only boost your wellness but will also release feel-good endorphins which will help you to bond over new and exciting activities. With a wide variety of couples workout retreats, ranging from a running holiday in Ibiza to a yoga and surfing holiday in Maldives, you will soon find the right active holiday for both you and your partner. Fuse your romantic getaway with a variety of exhilarating couples’ activities before being pampered with indulgent spa therapies and tucking into a romantic dinner in some of the world’s most marvellous settings.

In the midst of a rising obesity crisis, body-conscious Brits are turning to the hottest travel trend to combat weight gain. With a rise in overweight Britons searching further afield for long-term weight loss results the travel sector has seen a recent rise in Brits deciding to banish the bulge for good. From juicing cleanses in the Philippines to holistic medical treatments in Italy, our specialist weight management retreats are becoming increasingly popular for those seeking more than just a quick fix to the complex issue of obesity.

If you and your partner are beginning the process or have already started trying for a baby, then our 5 fertility wellness holidays are a great excuse to escape on a couples healthy holiday whilst maximising your chances of conceiving. Whilst falling pregnant may happen faster for some couples than others, regardless of how long it takes, being mentally strong and healthy will steer you in good stead for the future when trying to conceive. From the stunning Portuguese coast to the beauty of the Himalayas, take time to de-stress and boost your chances of success at one of these wellness retreats ideal for a conceptionmoon.

The art of mindfulness teaches your mind to let go of stress by focusing on the present and connecting with your present thoughts and emotions. Although the practice has never been deemed intrinsically male by nature, with many men battling stress on a daily basis, it is important for men to exercise mindfulness to achieve inner-balance and stability. You can learn the practice through mindfulness retreats however, there’s no limit to where you can be mindful. Give up a moment of your day, even for a few minutes and you’ll soon reap the benefits of mindfulness in no time. Take a look at our 5 reasons for men to practice mindfulness and learn to control your thoughts, so that they don’t control you.