Italy

Gardens aren’t just for green fingered folk, whether you’re a flower fanatic or just looking for a place to relax and unwind, holidaying amongst idyllic gardens and spectacular groves can provide the ultimate mindfulness break. The great outdoors provides the perfect escape from everyday stress and surrounding yourself with the beauty of the natural world can be incredibly beneficial for you both mentally and emotionally. Even taking ten minutes outside in a natural environment, particularly an aesthetic one, can have lasting calming effects and has been shown to drastically improve a person’s mood and reduce stress-related depression. 

Releasing the stress of work and school is what a holiday is all about. A European spa break is a great opportunity to rest and recuperate, to regather after a stressful term or a high-pressure month of work. A relaxing wellness getaway is no longer just for couples, family spa holidays in Europe are becoming more popular. They provide the relaxation of a spa retreat with the fun of a family holiday. These breaks are an opportunity for personal betterment and for a rare feeling of freshness. At Health and Fitness Travel, the wellness travel specialists, we have compiled a list of the best luxury family spa holidays in Europe. Our guide will help you to decide on a break that’s right for your family.

With Mother’s Day fast approaching on 10th March,we’ve meticulously selected the best Mother’s Daywellness retreats for healthier Mums, so you can take full advantage, treating her whilst simultaneously caring for every aspect of Mum’s health. With a luxurious wellness stay inLithuania from £370 to an awe-inspiring adventure toAustria from £1,700, we have offerings to cater for a diverse range of budgets, ensuring there’s a healthy break for all to enjoy on this Mother’s Day. Whether it’s a serene snowy retreat in a captivating treehouse resort nestled in the Dolomites ofItaly or a lavish pampering spa experience in the sunny Algarve ofPortugal, discover the perfect luxury wellness break away this Mother’s Day.  

We’re very excited to announce 6 newwellness holidays for 2024, further adding to our extensive luxury health retreats. Offering well-being enthusiasts more choice than ever and catering to every kind of health and fitness aspiration, there’s now an even greater range of leading wellness retreats to benefit from all around the world. With a mystical 7 night wellness getaway toGreece from £640 to a visit at one of the world’s leading medical resorts inMexico from £7,000, our latest selection of heathy holidays accommodate various budgets helping as many people to live healthier and happier lives into 2024 and beyond. 

If your dream getaway involves a spa holiday, tanzanite blue pools, breath-taking scenery and delectable dishes, along with some high-end cosmetic pampering to return home an even more beautiful and healthy, then you need a luxury spa holiday with a twist. The medical clinic sector in travel is ever-growing and it ticks all the boxes of a luxury escape along with state-of-the-art facilities, the best medical experts and you get to focus on yourself with non-invasive cosmetic treatments.

Develop your body strength, enhance your flexibility, and stabilise your core muscles with our best Pilates retreats to book for 2021. Secluded in mountains, surrounded by lush greenery, overlooking turquoise water, these retreats guarantee tranquillity, calm, and beauty. Whether you are a beginner or a pro, our bespoke Pilates retreats can cater to the individual needs. Regain your energy with yoga, massage, meditation at world-class spa centres. Couple this with a variety of traditional culinary delights, a range of sports including hiking, biking, skiing, golf, and water sports to give you the optimum experience. Discover the best Pilates retreats to book ahead of 2021 that will leave you feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and with a renewed sense of vitality.

The art of acupuncture has been practiced for over two millennia, in which time it has built a substantial reputation as a leading alternative therapy. With the simple,  non-invasive application of delicate needles, all manner of uncomfortable or life-altering conditions can be eased. Many mental illnesses, like anxiety and depression, can be treated through acupuncture’s gentle stimulation of the nerve endings. The symptoms of physical conditions such as migraines can likewise be dramatically lessened, including muscular issues like hypertension, chronic pain and menstrual cramps.

Elena Taffuri, wellness manager at Ti Sana in Italy, shares with us the best ways to manage rising stress levels caused by the constant pressures of modern day, hectic lifestyles.

GAs we continue to fight against current and future viruses, our well-being and immunity is more important than ever, and a wellness retreat could give your mind and body the reboot it needs. These physical and emotional healing retreats give you expert advice from doctors, nutritionists, and personal trainers to help kickstart your post-pandemic wellness journey.

In the UK and globally wellness travel is a trend that has taken off over the last decade, with more and more people looking to gain some relief from the mental and physical demands of their capitalist lifestyles. In Europe however, the concept of wellness is not a modern phenomenon but one that has been around for centuries. 

Here at Health and Fitness Travel, we believe your age shouldn’t dictate your opportunity to reap the rewards of a healthy, fulfilling life. That’s why we’ve carefully selected our top 5 yoga retreats for seniors, allowing our wisest generation to set out on novel adventures and fortify their health, just like any other wellness enthusiast would. 

While the nation continues to fight for a sense of normality in the global pandemic, one thing has been made very clear, our personal health and well-being has never been more important. With a New Year comes new opportunities, so why not find yourself a rejuvenating singles holiday for 2021, to help revive your mind, body and soul in the wake of such chaos. Whether it’s a well-earned escape from quarantine in the serenity of the Italian Alps, a wellness singles holiday to Thailand to lose the lockdown pounds, or a quick solo retreat escape to the tranquil Yorkshire countryside to find your independence again, why not give your body the freedom and wellness that it deserves on a singles holiday.

Italy, a land of hidden treasures and cultural wonders, holds a secret realm for yoga enthusiasts seeking a transformative retreat. As we explore the captivating world of yoga in Italy, we unearth five remarkable destinations that offer an escape from the ordinary. Get ready to delve into each unique resort as we uncover the best places for a yoga retreat in Italy.