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Despite being the most wonderful time of year, the festive season can leave some of us feeling stressed and burnt out. Between last-minute present shopping and the pressure of entertaining, there is often little time for relaxing and self-care.

As temperatures drop, many people tend to fall off the wellness track. Balanced meals are replaced with sweet Christmas treats and the daily jogs get cancelled due to the freezing weather. But winter doesn’t have to put a stop to your wellness journey. Chase the winter sun and jet off to our ultimate luxury spa retreats to enjoy a deluxe wellness experience. Sample a selection of indulgent spa treatments, from organic facials, deep tissue massages to detoxifying body scrubs before enjoying a healthy feast to satisfy your senses. Whether a fitness fanatic, a yogi or just someone who likes to pamper in the lap of luxury, each of these spa destinations offer something different to suit all goals and well-being needs.

Forecasting the next big trends in wellness travel for 2018, we round up the most significant trends set to shake up the world of wellness next year. From mindful movement holidays, to happiness retreats and architectural wellness, discover the hottest new trends that will influence the wellness world in 2018 and beyond.

The cuisine at Marbella Club focuses on nutritious, healthy meals that are perfectly light for a warm summer’s day on Spain’s south coast. This delicious ‘pasta’ dish does not contain any gluten or refined grains, thanks to the ‘courgetti’, making it suitable for those with a gluten intolerance or following a low carb diet. This completely vegan dish is bursting with nutrients, thanks to the raw courgettes, nuts, and plant-based parmesan alternative. This recipe is perfect for a fresh summer lunch and offers a great alternative to traditional pasta dishes.

Everybody needs a break from time to time and a well-deserved spa holiday offers the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind. But have you ever tried a thalassotherapy spa holiday? From the Greek work ‘thalassa’ meaning sea, thalassotherapy brings the natural healing powers of sea water to the spa. It is said to eliminate toxins from the body, increase blood and lymph circulation as well as accelerate metabolism. It also aids in weight loss, relieving muscular pain and treating various skin conditions.

‘The early bird catches the worm’, as the old adage goes. And it certainly rings true when it comes to booking holidays, with guaranteed availability and substantial savings to be made on both accommodation and flights when booking in advance. Forward planning is essential when it comes to securing the best offers and availability for your holiday. Not only will you save with early booking discount offers, but as every savvy holidaymaker knows, booking flights well in advance is a sure-fire way to save money.

Try this decadent Crispy Potato Napoleon from The Farm at San Benito, featuring crunchy, fresh vegetables and rich flavours. This healthy, nutrient-dense dish provides a combination of textures, thanks to the crispy potatoes and creamy, flavourful aubergine atop a bed of greens. All of this is topped with a fine pumpkin ginger sauce, beneficial in reducing inflammation in the body. A delicious vegan recipe, perfect for when you want to reward yourself with a warming, hearty meal full of nutrients.

We’ve all been there. Whether you’re down in the dumps or feel like your life has become some-what dull, you’ll find yourself in need of someone to put the spring back in your step. No matter how you’re feeling, it’s hard to avoid the fact that life can be overwhelming. It’s okay to ask for help when you’re struggling to reach personal life goals because sometimes things are not as easy as “try getting up a bit earlier in the morning” or “be more organised.” On one of our life coaching retreats, you can learn to become more positive and manage the stresses of daily life without the fear of being judged or criticised. For some, asking for professional help can be tough decision to make, so to ease you into it, here are the top six reasons to get away from it all and go on a life coaching retreat.

The chefs at Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso spoil you with creative, delicious meals, all intended to make you feel satisfied and healthy on the inside. This dish makes for a fantastic high-protein breakfast, and combined with good, plant-based fat sources from the avocado, it will fuel your muscles and help maintain your energy levels throughout the day.  Interestingly, avocado has a high content of the essential nutrient potassium, helping to reduce blood pressure, and lowers the risk of heart disease and kidney failure. More importantly; it tastes delicious!

The phrase ‘beauty is pain’ is one that is well known, yet inherently misleading. Beauty is relaxation, it is inner peace, it is health. Beauty is most certainly not meant to be painful, and if it is, then there’s a strong chance you're heading to the wrong places. So, to shepherd you in the right direction and save you from your beauty woes, we’ve put together a list of the best beauty spa holidays around the world. Whether you’re after traditional cosmetic treatments, chasing the latest and greatest in beauty technology, or fancy opting for something a little more holistic and spiritual to find your inner gorgeousness, we have the spa, and the destination, that’s right for you. Discover the best beauty spas in the world below: