Wellness

We all know the world is a beautiful place, but the real question is: where to begin? With so much on offer, we’ll never get around to seeing it all. That’s why we’re giving you the low-down on our absolute favourites and compiling this ultimate collection into a bucket list of wellness escapes. From Europe to Asia and Arabia to the Caribbean, our top picks combine the most beautiful locations with the ultimate in luxury well-being programmes. Each wellness holiday offers something from the cannon of well-being, and often specialises in yoga, fitness, spa treatments or mindfulness. So, whatever you want to experience and wherever you want to explore, we’ve got the wellness escape for you!

Start to relieve your stress one spa treatment at a time on one of the world’s top stress-relieving retreats, designed purely for absolute rejuvenation and as an exceptional escape from your busy lifestyle. Focus on some uninterrupted ‘me-time’ in a luxury spa destination, from a secluded private beach in Greece to the unspoiled tropics of Indonesia, choose the relaxation retreat you deserve.

With the brand new year just settling in, now is the ideal time to give your body a fresh reboot. But where, you ask? In this blog, we have compiled the world’s best detox spa retreats to do just that (and more!). This is the only list you’ll ever need to spark your wellness wanderlust and kick-off 2019 with a clean slate. From the vibrant archipelago of the Philippines to the beautiful Mediterranean coast, swap poor diets, fatigue and bloated bellies for the perfect balance between health and hedonism on an awe-inspiring detox and spa holiday. Make this year your best one yet as you reset your body’s natural systems on an away-from-it-all sanctuary that will leave you fully recharged and renewed.

We all know how addicting smartphones can be, and how much of our daily lives they can consume. In fact, according to astudy published by King University, people touch their phones at 2,617 times per day! It can be surprising how much time we actually spend on our phones, and we can actually get fatigued quite easily if we don’t take a break! Our eyes need a rest after spending so many hours each week looking at bright screens, and our minds need a break too! It can be stressful constantly looking at what people are doing on social media and FOMO can have an effect on us, making us feel anxious and depressed when we compare other’s seemingly picture-perfect lives to our own. That’s why it can be extremely beneficial to your health to embark on atechnology-free wellness retreat.  

Good sleep routines are amongst the most vital aspects to do for great own development. Having good quality sleep will make sure you start every day feeling thrilled and invigorated to assist you to make the most of your day-to-day activities. On the other hand, the absence of good sleep will decrease your complete capability to execute even the most indispensable tasks.

With the pace of working life growing ever faster it’s easy to forget how to de-stress, relax and unwind. So to help you realise your wellness needs we have chosen our top 10 best spas from around the world. From unforgettable safari spa holidays to award-winning medical wellness spas, there is no better way to relive the stresses and strains of everyday life. These world class spa holidays each offer a completely unique and memorable experience with the facilities and expertise to help you realise your health and fitness needs.

Wouldn't it be nice to avoid feeling as bloated as the Christmas turkey this year? Escape the Christmas chaos and jet-off to paradise for a relaxing and healthy holiday. We round-up our top 10 Christmas healthy getaways this year, so you can have a festive holiday to remember and return home feeling rejuvenated and alive.

Ditch the Easter eggs in favour of a luxury wellness break, as we round up this year’s bestEaster retreats with a healthy twist. The 2017 Easter break is a good time to venture abroad with two consecutive four day weeks; from short haul to further afield and from budget-friendly to ultra-luxurious, find an Easter break that’s perfect for you. From a wellness adventure in New Zealand to finding your inner Zen on a yoga retreat in Thailand, this egg-stensive guide has a healthy holiday to meet everyone’s wellness needs this Easter.

With same-sex marriage recently legalized in the UK, and with simultaneous victories around the world, gay couples everywhere are tying the knot, and with more weddings, come more healthy honeymoons.

Bali has long been a top destination for Australian travellers and has truly become a well-being paradise for many. So, in honour of this, we have rounded up the top 10 health retreats in Bali.

From lush jungles to pristine coastlines and majestic lava formed cliffs, it’s no surprise Bali is called the Island of the Gods. Its unique landscape combined with an enduring culture makes it an idyllic destination for healing, pampering and self-discovery.

As one of the fastest growing trends in travel, traveling solo no longer means traveling alone. From group fitness classes, to group cultural tours and singles only tables at meal times, it really has never been easier to meet fellow solo travellers on our healthy singles holidays. Here, we share our top 10 travel tips for first time solo travellers, from joining a tour to learning a little of the language.

With Summer well underway the warmer days are upon us, but we understand that not all of us prefer the heat. If this is you then perhaps a European getaway is the ideal solution. 

If you're feeling worn out from the stresses of your daily routine and need an escape, then a trip to a wellness retreat could be just what the doctor ordered. More than just a simple spa break, wellness retreats are designed to address any number of specific ailments with tailored programs focused on detox, weight loss, stress reduction and anti-ageing to mention just a few. From hi-tech European spas to luxurious island getaways and everything in between, our top ten wellness retreats in the world are sure to leave you feeling fully rejuvenated. So what are you waiting for? With hand-picked destinations from all over the globe you are sure to find something to suit your wellness needs.

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. 

If you are looking to get away this winter without the stress that comes with long haul flights and jet lag then a winter well-being break in Europe could well be the perfect alternative. With a varied range of destinations all offering first-class hotels and spas, Europe offers a convenient and better value option to travelling half way around the world in search of winter sun and exotic beaches.

For those looking to swap the Christmas bulge for a healthier start to the New Year, we share our top 10 winter wellness retreats. Offering healthy holidays around the world, from yuletide yoga, to seasonal stress relief and festive fitness escapes, make a break with tradition and embrace the gift of winter wellness.

Bored of the same old gym routine? Some people like regularity and familiarity, however for those that don't, you often need some excitement and invention when exercising! The recent trend towards hybrid workouts and fusion classes combines two or more sports or classes to create an even more powerful concept. As you would expect, weird and wonderful creations have emerged, some more successful than others, all aimed at getting you into shape. We give you our 3 top new fusion fitness trends, which are a convenient 45 minutes long, guaranteed to get your heart pumping and put a smile on your face! 

The Caribbean Islands are the perfect place to truly unwind and begin a journey of self-discovery. Home to some of the world's best wellness resorts, there are hundreds of healing treatments on offer that will nurture your mind, body and soul. A place of true, natural beauty, the Caribbean boasts a diverse tropical landscape featuring mountain ranges, valleys, volcanoes and beaches. While these will provide the perfect backdrop for self-nourishment and revitalisation on a spa and wellness holiday, they simultaneously make the islands great for exploring the outdoors and getting fit through physical pursuit. There are many activities to choose from such as trekking, snorkelling and various water sports. What's more, these destinations are well suited for families, groups or solo holidays. So why not spoil yourself by taking a holiday to one of our top five luxury healthy spa holidays that are guaranteed to let you make the most of what these diverse islands really have to offer.

Christmas is often characterised as the time of year in which your healthy habits are broken; overindulgent festive feasts and seasonal celebrations can take their toll on your well-being and leave you feeling lethargic. However, the feeling of being bloated and heavy headed will soon be forgotten as we invite you to take a break from your usual Christmas routine and revive on a luxurious spa break. Whether you would like to focus on de-stressing, healing or enhancing your general well-being, with indulgent spa treatments and wellness activities a healthy Christmas holiday is much more than a chance to seek some winter sunshine and can give you the opportunity to re-balance.

In today's chaotic world, people are constantly faced with problems of anxiety and stress, caused by, a poor diet, lack of sleep and difficult situations. Figures in 2009/10 have indicated that an estimated 435,000 people in Great Britain suffered from stress caused by their current or past work¹. Take the opportunity to escape the pressures of life and your regular working week with a de-stress holiday and appreciate the beauty of a worry free lifestyle.