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Travelling is an exhilarating adventure that opens doors to new horizons, cultural discoveries, and unforgettable moments. For individuals with diabetes, embarking on this journey can require extra preparation and a positive mindset to ensure optimal blood sugar control and a worry-free experience.

At Health and Fitness Travel, we understand the importance of prioritising self-care and finding balance in today's fast-paced world. With stress and anxiety rising, we know Gen Z are seeking ways to prioritise their well-being and find a balance. These top 5 wellness retreats for Gen Z have been handpicked, so you can disconnect from the demands of daily life and reconnect with yourself. Get ready to kick back, recharge, and have a blast while caring for your mind, body, and soul.

Ready for a family sports holiday that will create unforgettable memories? Look no further than Europe, where rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning landscapes come together to offer an unrivalled destination for sports enthusiasts of all ages. This extraordinary continent provides endless opportunities to unleash your inner athlete, from heart-pumping water sports to adrenaline-fuelled land activities. Our Family TimeTogether™ Holiday experts have tailored a European sports adventure exclusively for you, offering a luxury sporting paradise that will leave your family with memories to last a lifetime. Prepare to embark on an exhilarating journey through the best family sports holidays in Europe and create memorable experiences with your loved ones.

Recent research by The University of Rochester Medical Centre in the USA has revealed that cancer patients who practice yoga benefit from reduced levels of inflammation which is often associated with primary and secondary cancer development. The study shows that regular yoga practice could help to stop the spread of cancer and prevent it from returning. From India to Portugal, there are a number of well-established resorts combining wellness and medical therapies alongside yoga to help those recovering from cancer to enhance their body's natural defences following often-depleting cancer treatments.

Are you yearning for a getaway that will rejuvenate your body and enhance your overall well-being? Look no further than the top health retreats in India. Nestled amidst stunning natural landscapes, combining ancient practices with modern comforts, these wellness holidays and retreats offer a holistic approach to peak relaxation, rejuvenation and well-being. Without further ado, let's explore where to go on a health retreat for a blissful and health-enhancing experience:

The cost-of-living crisis is putting a strain on everyone’s budgeting, with even butter costing an arm and a leg, holidays may be the last thing on your mind. However, is a wellness trip away to focus on your health and get a well-deserved break not what you need the most?! Everyone deserves a replenishing healthy holiday, hence why we have curated a list of the most affordable wellness retreats in Europe! Being in Europe they’re not too far to travel to, so no matter if you are looking for a long weekend with minimal time off work or a proper break, each of these are budget-friendly whilst also being easy to get to. 

With the weather in the UK still yet to give way to truly warm days, many people's thoughts are turning to booking a healthy holiday to boost their wellness. Despite the cost of living crisis, holidays and travel are driving overall non-essential spending by UK consumers as evidenced by a recent Nationwide report. With this in mind, we're sharing our top wellness holiday deals that offer you and your loved ones great value for Spring and Summer 2023, these include:

Get ready to bring out the best version of yourself with our top fitness holidays to book in 2023. You’ll be able to catalyse a bodily transformation just the way you want, as you jump into an active break located in a beautiful destination. From group fitness in Ibiza to DNA fitness in St. Lucia, we’ve got a fitness retreat to suit you.

As part of our Insider Interview series we regularly sit down with one of the team at one of the many retreats we have the privilege of working with and sending clients to. Today we speak to Cristina Rosa, Director of Sales at EPIC SANA Algarve in Albufeira, Portugal.

Spring is traditionally a time of renewal in nature, so why not for you too? We’ve put together our top 5 wellness retreats to visit this spring to help you renew and keep your wellness goals on track. Studies by winter.com show that Spring is the perfect time to refocus on your health. Here are our top 5 picks for spring wellness retreats: