No matter what time of year, you can revive and rejuvenate yourself with one of these luxury wellness holidays
By Chere Di Boscio
Have you resolved to take better care of yourself this year? Eat better? Exercise more?
There are lots of ways to do all of that. Get more rest. Eat more vegan food. Stop chowing down on takeaways and learn to cook instead. Cut out alcohol. Join a gym.
But if it all sounds a bit daunting, you can always kickstart your health-orientated goals by treating yourself to luxury wellness holidays throughout the year.
If you’ve ever had the pleasure of trying one of these luxury wellness holidays, you’ll know just how inspiring they can be. When you’re surrounded by jaw-dropping scenery, served exquisitely fresh, healthy food by master chefs and trained by enthusiastic experts, it’s pretty hard to not want to live your best life always!
Here, we’ve selected 12 truly incredible wellness getaways around the globe that will leave you feeling refreshed, revitalised and ready to take on the world.
12 Healthy Holidays For The Whole Year
January: Detox and Get Fit At The Farm, Philippines
Kickstart your New Year’s resolution at luxury wellness retreat like The Farm. This resort is famed for their approach to detox and nutrition. Here, you can boost your well-being with an all-round approach to wellness, with activities ranging from volcano tours and aqua aerobics, to yoga and reflexology.
Each day, you’ll enjoy fresh and healthy vegan meals at the award-winning Alive! restaurant, where much of the produce is sourced from The Farm’s own organic garden, for a detox holiday that will return you home radiant inside and out. Purify your mind and body as you restore balance to your well-being with a range of luxury spa treatments.
Best for: Detoxing, healthy eating
February: Diving & Swimming In The Maldives
Escape the winter blues and jet off to paradise in The Maldives for a well needed winter sun break. It’s simply one of the best luxury wellness holidays for water lovers!
You’ll discover marine turtles and manta rays amongst a diverse family of sea life inhabiting the flourishing coral reefs. Dip into this aquatic wonderland with water sports, including diving and surfing, on a healthy holiday that will leave you feeling refreshed from head to toe.
After doing loads of water sports, enhance your wellness at the luxurious spa with an Indonesian massage or stretch out at the open-air yoga pavilion with complimentary daily classes.
Best for: Water sports, sunshine and Vitamin ‘sea’
March: Relax and Stretch With Yoga In Thailand
Travel to exotic Thailand and reconnect with nature as you reach a state of optimum health and relaxation on this healthy escape. A dream destination for a luxury spa holiday, Thailand is also populated by some of the kindest, most hospitable people on Earth.
Here, you will discover well-being bliss with a traditional Thai massage or a reviving body scrub in Point Yamu’s beautiful spa. It’s easy to escape the stresses of day-to-day modern life here! Improve your wellness both physically and emotionally with rejuvenating yoga and Pilates classes overlooking the tropical seas, enhancing your posture and toning your body.
Get active on your healthy holiday with biking, diving or snorkelling and discover Thailand’s local culture as you explore the ornate temples and lively markets of Phuket Old Town.
Best for: Immersing yourself in the kindness of strangers; gentle exercise
April: Feel More Alive with Yoga and Surfing in Morocco
Can’t choose between the gentle escape of yoga, or the thrill of surfing? At Paradis Plage in Morocco, you don’t have to! Enjoy sun, sand and surf at Paradis Plage for the ultimate mix of fitness and relaxation. Whether you’re looking to hone your skills or start from scratch, surf lessons provide unbeatable fun and you’ll soon feel addicted to the thrill of a surfing holiday.
Take a break on dry land and combine surfing with 3 daily yoga classes, from sunrise to sunset, with breath-taking ocean views from the tranquil beach-side yoga studio. Ideal for a luxury yoga holiday, complement your healthy break with muscle relaxation and stress relief at the luxury spa or take five in the traditional detoxing Moroccan Hammam.
Best for: Exploring new cultures, diverse activities
May: Immerse Yourself In Nature In Costa Rica
Bask in the warming rays of a healthy holiday in Costa Rica! Staying at the Four Seasons Peninsula Papagayo isn’t just plush; it’s good for your health. The resort offers not only healthy foods, including a fresh juice bar packed with tropical fruits, but also meditation and yoga courses. Additionally, there’s a state-of-the-art gym, and a three-level spa that features a hammam, sauna, and heated pool with an incredible view.
Workouts needn’t be confined to indoors, of course! There are exhilarating zip-line tours of the jungle canopy, kayaking tours along the sandy shores, surfing classes, as well as the opportunity to hire a personal trainer to guide you through Ultimate Boot Camp, Spinning, H.I.I.T and Pure Physique workouts.
It may not be the cheapest of luxury wellness holidays, sure. But it is one of the best!
Best for: Highly personalised wellness holidays
June: Find Your Body’s Natural Peace In France
The perfect destination for luxury lovers, Terre Blanche also offers a lush wellness and weight loss break. Shape up in June at this 300-hectare retreat in the stunning South of France. This resort is one of the best places for luxury wellness holidays. Why? Because they offer a range of healthy holidays to suit your individual goals. These include specific wellness programmes tailored towards fitness, detoxing, and spa slimming.
But that’s not all! You can also enhance your well-being with a wide range of activities. These include circuit training and yoga, aqua aerobics, and total body workouts in the spa’s excellent gym.
Keeping with the resort’s core values, the spa delivers a range of truly indulgent treatments. Each is designed to leave you feeling completely revitalised. Complement your healthy holiday with weight loss enhancing treatments, such as as lymphatic drainage massage or slimming body wrap.
Best for: Luxury lovers, Francophiles, golfers
July: Learn a Healthy Lifestyle in Spain
If you’re serious about luxury wellness holidays, escape to the number one destination for a luxury wellness experience like no other.
With their nutritional consultations, medical check-ups and informal healthy lectures, SHA ensures an abundance of expert advice. And that’s advice for a healthier lifestyle you can take back home with you!
The SHA Wellness Clinic offers a multitude of specialised wellness programmes dedicated to guiding guests through:
- detox
- weight loss
- giving up smoking
- managing stress
- addressing sleep problems and more.
With its idyllic destination overlooking the Mediterranean, this fabulous luxury spa retreat is ideal for a relaxing wellness break.
Best for: Those in need of a serious wellness overhaul, with medical supervision
August: Have An Incredible Boat Experience To Formentera
Embarking on a boat trip from Ibiza to Formentera is a captivating journey! It offers numerous advantages for the body and soul. As the gentle waves carry you across the azure waters, a sense of tranquillity envelops you, melting away stress and rejuvenating your spirit.
The pristine beaches and crystal-clear turquoise sea of Formentera create a picturesque setting that calms the mind and nourishes the soul. Basking in the warm Mediterranean sun, you can soak up vitamin D, promoting overall well-being and enhancing your mood.
Exploring the island’s hidden coves and secluded bays by boat allows you to connect with nature on a profound level. The rhythmic sound of the waves, the fresh sea breeze caressing your skin, and the awe-inspiring coastal landscapes ignite a sense of wonder and serenity.
Want to get fit? Swimming in the invigorating sea waters promotes physical fitness. Alternatively, snorkelling amidst the vibrant marine life reveals a captivating underwater world, offering a meditative and awe-inspiring experience. A boat trip to Formentera is not just a journey; it is an opportunity to nurture your body and soul. You’ll also create lasting memories surrounded by the unparalleled beauty of nature.
Best for: Thrilling, relaxing, exhilarating and unforgettable moments
September: Discover Tuscany’s Hot Springs
Make the most of luxury wellness holidays! Treat yourself to a healthy Mediterranean escape in the beautiful Tuscan landscape at Adler Thermae.
It’s situated in the world heritage site, Val d’Orcia. This magical place is home to some of the most stunning natural healing thermal springs on Earth!
Immerse yourself in the Tuscan countryside and get in shape with invigorating daily bike rides or soul-soothing hikes. Follow these up with a refreshing spa treatment to rejuvenate your body.
With activities ranging from yoga and meditation to Fit Ball and Aqua Power, a trip to this luxury health retreat is your passport to wellness.
Best for: Natural beauty, water therapies
October: Find Tranquillity in the Himalayas
Vana Malsi Estate is one of the best places for luxury wellness holidays. It has set itself the ambitious target of becoming the most iconic wellness resort in the world. And it doesn’t disappoint!
Set amidst the Sal forest, the 21-acre site boasts mango and lychee orchards, it boasts stunning views of the Himalayan foothills. This is an excellent alternative destination for a single’s holiday. And the friendly staff deliver a bespoke wellness experience through expert classes, ranging from yoga to personal training.
Their extensive range of holistic spa therapies make Vana Malsi the ideal place to immerse yourself in the healing powers of Ayurveda, too.
Daily guided meditation classes, organic nutrition, beautiful rooms. Is there any doubt Vana Malsi is the ideal destination to heal yourself, inside and out?
Best for: Spiritual growth and inner peace
November: Holistic Health & Wellness in Malaysia
Set amongst the dazzling tropical jungles of Malaysia is a world class luxury wellness retreat, The Banjaran. It offers a variety of wellness programmes specially designed to help you lose weight, detox, get fit or feel rejuvenated. Renowned for its incredible spa and nutritious cuisine, the hotel’s wellness approach is incorporated into all of the daily activities.
With over 100 different holistic therapies available, you are sure to find something to suit your individual needs and help you create your own perfect holistic holiday. Enjoy a therapeutic yoga or meditation class before working up a sweat in the natural steam caves for a healthy break that will revive your body and mind.
Best for: Weight loss; stunning caves
December: Focus Your Wellness Goals in Vietnam
Looking for luxury wellness holidays in an exotic location? This is the one for you!
Famed for its sunny climate and refreshing ocean breezes, Fusion Maia is found in the tropical paradise of Vietnam. Enjoy a daily schedule of wellness activities, such as, yoga for metabolism, laughter breathing and sun salutations. All offer a real boost to your mind and body!
Activities reflect the given theme each day. These include: ‘Open Your Mind’, ‘Feel Free’ or ‘Enjoy Nature’. Each represent a wellness concept designed to help guests focus their well-being goals.
Fusion Maia is the perfect place for a yoga and culture retreat. You can re-discover yourself in the beauty of your surroundings on this healthy holiday. There are wonderful excursions and tours on this holiday, too. Why not try a Da Nang Food Tour or a Tai Chi excursion to Marble Mountain? You’ll have lots of fun for sure. This is one of the most adventurous luxury wellness holidays!
Best for: Alternative therapies for mental and physical wellness; exploring a new culture
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Great list! I’ve added some of these resorts to our 2015 travel plans!