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Save yourself the hassle of travelling overseas with a wellness, fitness and spa break in the comfort and safety of the UK. With the popularity of staycations increasing, more wellness, fitness and spa retreats are opening right on your doorstep and overseas travel is no longer a necessity to always need a well-earned break from home.
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.
Read more: Top 10 Wellness Retreats to Boost Immunity After Pandemic
Looking for a pamper-filled romantic getaway? Search no more as we give you the best couples’ spa retreats for the most relaxing wellness vay-cay for two. Indulge in each other’s company in idyllic surroundings, from a remote corner in the island of Tenerife to the tranquil hot springs of Malaysia.
Booking and planning a girl’s wellness holiday is a mission but once you have found a date everyone can do for your girl’s break away, finding a health and fitness retreat can be a logistical nightmare if everyone has a different budget.
Read more: Best Girls’ Getaway Ideas for a Relaxing Wellness Break
Whether you and your partner are an adventure-driven couple, fitness fanatics, or if you prefer to unwind on a healthy getaway, we have you covered with our best spa holidays and wellness retreats for couples. Each destination boasts its own range of exciting wellness programmes specifically tailored to suit every need. If you are a couple who can work out from dawn till dusk, or if fitness is the furthest from your idea of fun, these wellness programmes have it all. Set in some of the most beautiful locations in the world, from the serenity of the tropical Thai jungle, to the unspoilt island paradise of St Lucia, these couples spa holidays are guaranteed to rekindle your romance. Unwind in perfect harmony as you reconnect together on one of the best spa holidays and wellness retreats for couples.
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In a world full of distractions, it has never been more important to take time out and reconnect with yourself, and what better way to do this than on a relaxing wellness spa holiday at one of the best spa hotels in the world. Run by expert practitioners within the wellness industry, these spa destinations offer a diverse range of tailored health programmes, combining the perks of a detox holiday, as well as fitness, weight loss and sleep-enhancement solutions. With a variety of approaches, treatments and classes, these luxury spa retreats are sure to leave you feeling relaxed and invigorated. So, whether you fancy a spa break a little closer to home on the golden beaches of the Mediterranean, or prefer to venture to the deep blue waters of the Caribbean, we’ve rounded up the best spa holidays to completely relax the mind and leave your troubles at home.
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.
Read more: Wellness Holiday Trip Ideas for Solo Travelers in 2021
Take a well-deserved break from the madness of mundane life with a wellness holiday tailored to give you a safe and socially distanced experience. There is no doubt that the current global pandemic has shocked the world, both physically and mentally, and whilst we recover as a country, a bit of TLC and self-love has never been more important. So why not escape to a private villa in Oman, relax in a Spanish wellness retreat, or de-stress on the Mauritius south coast, reassured that wherever you go your health and safety is the number one priority.
Read more: The Best Luxury Wellness Holidays for Social Distancing
We discover the world’s most luxurious and breathtaking yoga retreats to book around the world. From the local shores of Portugal, to the distant islands of the Maldives, grab your mat and you can practice anywhere you please, whether you are a beginner or an expert yogi. You’ll be able to gain a solid foundation and develop your personal practice on these hand-picked yoga holidays and retreats across the globe, and combine this with a variety of holistic sessions, relaxing spa facilities and beautiful backdrops, what more could you ask for in a yoga holiday?
Each yoga retreat welcomes yogis of all levels and under the guidance of expert tuition so you can choose to start learning yoga on holiday, or focus on strengthening and developing your existing practice. Whichever path you choose, you will return home re-balanced, rested, and restored.
Find your Balance in Bali – Divine Body Retreat at Bliss Body Retreat, Bali
Take yourself off on a luxury yoga retreat that immerses you in meditation and recuperation whilst surrounded by the infamous rice terraces and vast Balinese Jungle. Wash yourself of the strain and anxiety of everyday life with a healing holiday and you can immerse yourself in a world of meditation, rejuvenation and therapy. The organic approach of the Bliss Body Retreat offers a variety of yoga classes, nutritional seminars, and wellness treatments to boost your overall well-being and rediscover your inner balance among a calming Balinese backdrop.
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Poolside Peacefulness in Costa Rica – Yoga at The Retreat, Costa Rica
Find your serenity in the magnificent mountains of the Atenas province with an Ayurveda retreat. Not just an escape from the boredom of mundane life, this yoga holiday provides you with culinary opportunities, healing massages and nature hikes, all to help you relieve stress and find direction. The organic treatments and methods of a detox retreat can help you rid your body and mind of toxic thoughts and feelings, opening you up to the calming world of meditation and the incredible abilities of the mind, body, and soul.
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Flow with the Mediterranean – Discover Yoga at Six Senses Kaplankaya, Turkey
Embark on a yoga holiday and allow yourself to find your inner balance through the guided meditations, luxury spa and spectacular landscapes. Wake up to the coastline views, ocean breeze and the sparkling sea, spend your day doing personalised pranayama, and finish off the evening with a traditional Turkish treatment, to revitalise your body, mind, and soul. This yoga retreat is tailored to your personal needs, and combine it with cooking classes, water sports, exercise classes and sport to combine a fitness holiday that provides you with a journey of a lifetime, both spiritually and physically.
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Meditation in the mountains – Yoga at Ananda in the Himalayas, India
Escape to India on a luxury yoga retreat and rebalance with yoga amongst the calming landscape of this exotic yoga holiday. An ideal choice for a singles holiday, enhance your well-being when you combine personalised yoga sessions and group classes, with discovering a taste of local culture through traditional Indian music classes and dance performances. For a true sense of wellness, make the most of complimentary Pranayama and meditation classes, before relaxing on a luxury spa holiday combined with aromatherapy massages and reflexology.
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Beach yoga – Yoga & Spa Premium at Paradis Plage, Morocco
Practice daily beach yoga, from sunrise to sunset on Portugal’s Atlantic coastline, for one of the best exotic yoga holidays at Paradis Plage. Keep active on your healthy adventure as you combine Manipura and aerial yoga with discovering the island through a selection of water sports, mountain biking and treks. One of the best destinations for beach yoga from our range of yoga & spa holidays, enhance your well-being after an active day in the traditional Moroccan Hammam and relax with therapeutic spa treatments.
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Island yoga – Discover at COMO Maalifushi, Maldives
Find tranquility on a yoga retreat on the private island of Thaa Atoll, where work and worries are a world away. The crystal-clear waters and white sand beaches are a perfect escape, blended with group Pilates sessions, beach yoga classes, and exquisite culinary options, there is nothing to disturb your wellness practice while you are here. Find your Zen and unwind with a mindfulness retreat that also caters with optional activities to fill your day, and with this yoga holiday offering windsurfing, kayaking and mountain biking, it’s certain you’ll never want to leave.
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Calm on the cliffs – Yoga at Pine Cliffs Resort, Portugal
Kickstart your morning an Ayurveda massage in the Serenity Spa, spend the afternoon in a guided meditation and finish off the evening watching the sun set over the cliffs, this yoga holiday allows your mind, body and soul to reset and relax. The range of sporting opportunities, wellness facilities, and breathtaking landscapes means this yoga retreat is the ideal choice for someone in need of a de-stress holiday. Not only will you watch the sun set over the water, but over your anxieties and worries too.
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Sunrise yoga – Yoga Synergy at Kamalaya, Thailand
Give your body and mind the break it needs with a luxury spa holiday and jet off to align your chakras and find your balance of mind, body, and soul with this yoga retreat. On the South coast of Koh Samui this wellness holiday offers you the tropical jungle foliage and lily ponds for the perfect ambience to supplement indulgent spa treatments, calming meditations and exhilarating water sports. Whilst you succumb to your wellness wanderlust on this yoga holiday, the holistic methods and natural healing on this will prove to you how meditation and mindfulness can improve your life significantly.
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With a global pandemic showcasing the need to prioritise our mental and physical health, there has never been a better time to start planning a post-lockdown wellness holiday and active trip for late 2020 and 2021. Lockdown has shown the importance of daily healthy routines, like regular exercise, a healthy balanced diet and frequent downtime and relaxation, to maintain good mental health.
Read more: 10 Amazing Wellness Holidays and Trips for Late 2020/2021
The toxins and pollutants in the world around us slowly harm our bodies, making us feel lethargic and sometimes leaving us with a compromised immune system. We have all the information you need to get you started on clean and healthy living with our list of luxury spa holidays that aid in weight management and detox. Not only does the latter rid the body of harmful toxins that accumulate daily, but it also ultimately helps with your weight loss and fitness goals. In this worldwide collection, detox and weight loss are achieved through varied and tailor-made approaches. From proper nutrition and boosting your fitness to specialised spa treatments, make the most of your weight loss holiday or detox retreat whilst on a luxurious spa destination.
Rid yourself of harmful toxins and turn your lifestyle around with our best spa retreats for weight loss and detox:
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