Yoga and Meditation Holidays
Yoga is usually associated with movement and doing certain postures or asana. Meditation however is also a part of yoga and a way of keeping our minds healthy. In fact the idea is that we get our bodies ready to go into deeper meditation by making our body flexible and not a distraction when we are sitting still meditating. There is also the spiritual side of yoga that is very much linked to meditation and yoga holidays will allow you to explore this element more deeply. Yoga and meditation holidays are for everyone and the benefits are immense both mentally and physically. Yoga can increase flexibility and muscle strength and meditation can reduce stress and control anxiety. Whether you choose a luxury spa hotel or a small yoga retreat, chances are that you will meet like-minded people and leave feeling uplifted and stronger in your practice.
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Located among mountainous woodlands and nature, Monchique Resort & Spa is a privately-owned hotel offering an idyllic environment to kick back and relax away from the touristy part of the Algarve. The resort is focused on 4 main pillars for its guests - wellness, nature, gastronomy and sports activities. The spa has excellent facilities, in particular the Sensorial Spa Thermal Circuit that allows for a detoxifying and rejuvenating experience. Hiking trails in the area give you an opportunity to explore the surrounding hills. If you need to see the ocean, the beach is only a 20 minute drive away.
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Located in a tranquil corner of beautiful Thailand, the Scandinavian-inspired Aava Resort & Spa brings contemporary design to stunning natural surroundings. Indulge at this affordable, luxury spa resort and escape from the pace of city living with a dose of Thai Wellbeing. From the 9 km long sandy white beach directly in front of this little, family-run hotel, you can soak up impressive views of lush green landscape and limestone mountains. Aava was listed in Tatler’s ‘101 Best Hotels in the World’ guide too.
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Paradis Plage Resort was the first surf, yoga and spa resort in Morocco. It’s located right on the beach in Taghazout facing onto the Atlantic Ocean and enjoys space, peace and quiet just 20 minutes from Agadir. Participate in daily hatha, vinyasa or yin yoga classes in the beach front yoga shala, take a surfing lesson at the ‘Ripcurl’ surf school or relax with spa treatments. The great thing about this resort is that it enjoys 340 days of sunshine each year so it’s an all-year-round choice. If you’re looking for a chilled-out, beach-front holiday combined with yoga and surfing then book a stay at Paradis Plage.
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Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort is an award-winning luxury spa overlooking a beautiful private bay. It’s located in Crete and enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year. It’s home to the famous Six Senses Spa so you can expect a high level of experience and service. Spa facilities are vast and include a hydro pool, various saunas and an authentic Turkish hammam. As well as the spa, there are plenty of fitness classes and places to explore nearby. The views over the sea and distant mountain ranges are simply beautiful.
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Our ‘Wellbeing Connect’ concept gives you the flexibility of enjoying your spa programme independently whilst meeting with like-minded guests during your stay. It’s ideal for solo travellers who don’t want to be tied into a fixed retreat but want to connect with others during meal times, fitness classes and in the evenings. Wellbeing Connect is not hosted but there will be reserved tables during meal times so you to meet other Wellbeing Escapes guests while you are there. We have chosen Porto Elounda to launch our Wellbeing Connect concept as we know our guests love the great facilities at the spa alongside the beachfront location.
Wellbeing Connect at Porto Elounda - Available 2 - 22 September 2019
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Galosol was the first active hotel in Madeira offering plenty of fitness facilities ideal for those looking to keep active whilst on holiday. It’s part of Galo Resorts who also own Galomar (the adults-only hotel next door) and Alpino Atlantico (the Ayurveda retreat down the road) and all three share their facilities. But it’s not all about fitness here, you can also relax in the Ashoka Spa with the range of holistic spa treatments as well as make the most of the water front location, outdoor swimming as well as natural lido and diving centre.
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Longevity Cegonha Country Club is located in the upmarket 'golden triangle' of the Algarve, surrounded by lush greenery so has a peaceful and relaxing ambiance. It's a spacious, low-rise hotel with an easy, Portuguese charm.
The retreat is renowned for its effective detox programmes which are based on juicing and liquid diets but it's also the place to come if you are into your fitness or want to kick-start an exercise regime. Add in holistic spa treatments, yoga and sunny days for most of the year. Cegonha is a perfect short – haul destination to de-stress, detox or improve your fitness.
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Palacio Estoril Golf & Spa hotel is a five star, historic hotel full of glamour and luxury. It’s located in the upmarket beach town of Estoril, just a hop from the capital city Lisbon so offers the best of both worlds. It featured on the James Bond film ‘On her Majesty’s Service’ and has welcomed royalty over the years. The award-winning Banyan Tree Spa is a true haven with exotic treatments inspired by Asian traditions handed down through the generations. The stand-alone wellness centre offers medical and holistic treatments and has an emphasis on care of both the body and mind.
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Perched on the banks of River Savinja and surrounded by the most beautiful nature, Thermana Park Laško in Slovenia is a truly unique hotel with so much to offer. There is a Ayurvedic Cure Centre overseen by the in-house Ayurvedic doctors who trained in Kerala, India. As well as this, there’s medical focused programmes to improve your spine, thermal waters, fitness, yoga and general relaxation options for those who simply want to escape. Add in the standout water park (which has a retractable roof) and the many indoor and outdoor swimming pools, slides and thermal water, you certainly won’t be bored here. Plus the location is absolutely breath-taking with loads to explore by foot, bike or horseback if you wish!
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Framed by the white cliffs of Pissouri Bay, luxurious Columbia Beach Resort is perfect for a spa holiday in Europe. Relax on the sandy Blue flag beach and enjoy the knock-out central swimming pool and great range of fitness activities. The architecture is traditionally Cypriot with local stone and terracotta tiles and there’s a welcoming and friendly vibe.
The resort undertook a landmark renovation in 2017 (merging with its sister hotel next door) so you have plentiful dining options from casual to formal as well as rejuvenating spa treatments to enjoy. Cyprus is sunny for most of the year and the surrounding landscape has much to explore from Byzantine churches to archaeological sites.
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The Retreat Palm Dubai is a luxury hotel located on the famous ‘Palm’ which is one of Dubai’s most iconic landmarks. It’s a great ‘introduction to wellness’ rather than a hard-core retreat (as children are welcome) and it’s the first wellness focused hotel in the UAE. Sunshine is pretty much guaranteed all year round. The Rayya Spa offers a range of personalised holistic wellness programmes which aim to restore mind, body and spirit. Fitness is high on the agenda too with two state-of-the-art gyms plus a range of daily group classes. Head here for a combination of spa, fitness, relaxation and healthy food.
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If you are looking for somewhere ‘unique and special’ then Sen Wellness will certainly tick those boxes. It’s a small, stylishly designed sociable retreat offering authentic yoga, meditation, Ayurvedic treatments and vegetarian cuisine. Sen Wellness was designed to function in harmony with its surroundings and respecting the local naturel. ‘Self-care’ is the motto here. We can’t think of a more special place to invest in your personal wellbeing and reap the long-lasting benefits. Don’t get put off by 5.30am yoga class! Seeing that sunrise is well worth it, we promise.
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Océano Hotel & Health Spa is located directly overlooking the Atlantic ocean, surrounded by green mountains and lush vegetation of north Tenerife. It may look high-rise in design but it’s actually very remotely located and non-touristy, with no other hotels around. Associated with the Mayr-Centre (world experts in the field of wellness) it’s a great place to detox, relax and recharge the batteries. Through a powerful combination of authentic Thalassotherapy and expertise from the Mayr medical centre, Océano is the perfect destination for a results-driven wellness holiday. Led by a professional team of doctors and therapists, the spa treatments are aimed at aiding detox or boosting fitness, through massages, shiatsu, osteopathy and natural cosmetics.
OCEANO Hotel Health Spa
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Punta del Hidalgo, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife (Spain)
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Spend an inspiring four days with Jasmine Hemsley in November 2019 at the idyllic Broughton Hall in Yorkshire. Based on the ancient principles of Ayurveda, Jasmine has designed this retreat to help you de-stress and relax. There will be a consultation with an Ayurvedic Practitioner, sound baths by Jasmine herself, yoga, massage and meditation, and of course delicious cuisine from Jasmine’s book ‘East by West.’ Jasmine says ‘I believe small key changes in our lives can create a profound positive impact. Come and join me on this intimate UK retreat for an Ayurvedic reset and discover how to take your health into your own hands. I’ll show you how the timeless principles of Ayurveda can be used to build a simpler and healthier life from the inside out’.
East by West Jasmine Hemsley Retreat at Broughton Hall, 3 nights 7-10 November 2019
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Alpino Atlantico is a petite, adults-only hotel located on the beautiful island of Madeira with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. The focus here is on the powerful healing of Ayurveda. The Ayurveda Cure Centre offers authentic treatments based on this ancient system of medicine, aiming to balance mind and body using herbal treatments. Yoga, meditation and Qi-Gong are high on the agenda and take place in the glass-fronted yoga studio.
If you’re looking for an authentic Ayurveda getaway but don’t want to travel long-haul then this hotel is the ideal choice. You will leave feeling completely rejuvenated.
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Angsana Balaclava Mauritius is a beach-front, luxury boutique resort located in the North West of Mauritius. It’s set in a beautiful secluded cove and its privileged location means it has its own private beach. The philosophy here is that guests achieve an overall balanced sense of wellbeing with an emphasis on enriching, fulfilling and powering your body, mind and soul. There is a focus on authentic Ayurveda combined with holistic therapies. You’ll enjoy the range of facilities here including the largest sea water swimming pool on the island. Come to Angsana Balaclava for a relaxing wellbeing holiday.
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SwaSwara is a serene and secluded resort spread across 26 acres of land surrounded by gardens, green lawns and coconut groves just besides the pristine Om beach. Yoga and Ayurveda are the key therapies at SwaSwara. For both yogis and holistic enthusiasts alike SwaSwara offers a particularly special blend of wellbeing that's hard to match. Daily yoga, meditation, pranayama, Ayurvedic treatments, art classes, open kitchen and local culture at its door step will make this experience unforgettable. SwaSwara is the gateway to a more profound place that abides within you.
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Absolute Sanctuary is a leading wellness resort with expert teaching and focus on fitness, yoga, Pilates and core strength. In fact, it was the first to introduce 'core-blast' suspension workouts to Thailand. A comprehensive holistic approach to health means Absolute Sanctuary can deliver truly transformative results and long-lasting benefits. Healthy eating is very much part of the philosophy here. Delicious superfood and light detox meals are offered. Add in a team of highly qualified naturopaths, nutritionists and holistic healers and you have the perfect place to embark on a journey back to balance, rejuvenation and a healthy lifestyle.
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Svarga Loka Resort is built on a sacred piece of land by the Campuhan River has been beautifully designed to blend into the surrounding forest. Its passionate founders have created a peaceful paradise which aims to nurture, heal and guide you towards making positive lifestyle changes. Traditional Balinese and holistic spa treatments take place to the sounds of nature all around and each are personalised to fulfil your specific wellness goals. The wellness programmes range from detox to rejuvenation so if you are looking for an uplifting spa holiday with excellent yoga and fitness (there’s even a martial arts centre), then this is the place for you.
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Set on the Aegean coastline with three private beaches, Six Senses Kaplankaya is luxury personified. It opened in May 2018 and is a vision of serenity and well-being set against hills and wild olives trees. It's uber stylish and contemporary and the facilities are first-rate as you would expect from the Six Senses collection.
The spa concept embraces a ‘whole person’ and encourages everyone to see wellness as a source of self-discovery, energy and empowerment. The treatments combine the preventative principles of Eastern medicine with results-orientated Western ones. The team of experts will guide you all the way.
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Fusion Maia Da Nang is a chic yet low-key spa resort set amongst well-groomed tropical gardens and bamboo-lined stone paths. Resort boasts an atmosphere of contemporary seclusion and privacy. It won 'Vietnam's Leading Resort in the 2017 World Travel Awards. It is a home to a largest spa in Vietnam and offers daily yoga, tai chi or mindfulness classed. With daily spa treatments and villas with private pools, Fusion Maia should be on a bucket list of every wellness traveller.
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Santani means ‘in harmony with’ in Sankrit and reflects and ethos here which is to restore and re-balance you. It’s located in Werapitiya, approx. 1 hour from Kandy. The resort offers nurturing Ayurvedic treatments, hydrotherapy, yoga, fitness and healthy cuisine. You will be wowed by the architecture as it’s been designed to blur the indoors and outdoors (all 48 acres) with the use of the floor-to-ceiling windows and minimalist design. It’s the first destination spa in Sri Lanka and has already won many awards including Best Spa (Tatler) and Best New Hotel (Conde Nast Traveller).
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The Retreat is a small, boutique yoga retreat. It was created by bestselling chef and wellness author, Diana Stobo who has always dreamt of having a place where people could relax, be themselves, gently move their bodies and eat amazing food. The Retreat is located high in the tropical hills with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains allowing you to disconnect and de-stress. Enjoy nature walks, meditation and yoga classes as well as the award-winning gastronomy. This retreat is ideal if you’re a solo traveller looking to be in a group environment.
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Spend five days with Sacred Space Ibiza Retreats, where you’ll find flower filled meadows, turquoise seas, white sandy beaches, dreamy sunsets and an aromatic jasmine twilight. Located in a secluded palm tree valley, in the heart of the island, the retreat takes places in vogue enviable private villa with far reaching views, surrounded by lush green grass and siesta gardens. This will be a deep healing retreat with Carina Bo, one of Ibiza’s most respected yoga teachers and Faye Reason island famous healer. Learn your own life changing yoga home practice and self-healing secrets whilst luxuriating and pampering yourself in the magical magnetic nature of Ibiza.
The private villa is nestled in the lush green meadows and abundant campo of Santa Gertrudis, a short drive from the famous hippy beach ‘Benirras’. There are plenty of places to relax at the villa and spend lazy afternoons under the canopy of jasmine. Try the comfy lounges or swing-easy hammocks, the cool off in the master swimming pool with expansive views.
Sacred Space Retreats - Available 7-12 September & 28 September - 3 October 2019
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Atmantan is a luxury resort set in a mountain valley with views across Mulshi Lake. The expert advice on transforming your life style mind lead to a healthier and happier life. We are particularly impressed with the state-of-art spa. Fitness is high on the agenda too with an impressive range of group classes such as aqua jam or Bollywood dancing. If you’re looking for an authentic spa holiday in India which combines fitness, yoga, spa treatments and healthy spa cuisine then book a stay at this truly special retreat. It's won multiple awards already including 'India's Best Wellness Retreat 2017' (World Spa Award).
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The Six Senses Douro Valley sits within a wine estate dating back to the 19th century in the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage-listed area. You get a real sense of tradition and history as you pass working vineyards and the sweeping views across the Douro River. Hotel, which is an old manor house, has recently been fully refurbished to a very high spec and combines contemporary design with a Portuguese twist. If you want a stylish treat head to this Six Senses resort and get spoiled.
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Seven Pines is a luxurious, laid-back resort located in the north-western part of Ibiza island. It’s perched on a clifftop with beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea. The quaint towns of Cala Codolar and Cala Conta are next to the resort and perfect for exploring the boutique shops, bars and restaurants. The Pure Seven Spa is a haven of relaxation offering a range of holistic spa treatments and alternative therapies. The resort has three swimming pools and if that’s not enough for you, the sandy beach is only a few minutes’ walk away. Come here for chilled out wellbeing escape. **Please note – the resort will be open untiln the 31st October 2019**
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Ananda is situated in the beautiful Himalayan foothills, close to the city of Rishikesh, the birthplace of yoga. With views of the Ganges and the surrounding forests, the location is truly magical. From walking in the mystical Himalayas to learning about yoga and meditation, they have a variety of wellbeing experiences available at this life-changing destination. The Ananda Wellness Centre is the ultimate in commitment to rejuvenation of body and soul. The focus is on the traditional Indian practices of Ayurveda, yoga and meditation but the luxurious facilities are state-of-the-art. The Ananda has won numerous awards over the years and British Royalty and Hollywood stars have stayed here too.
Ananda in the Himalayas
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Capsis Elite Resort is made up of three hotels set on a private peninsular overlooking the Aegean Sea in the North of Crete. The Lifestyle Collection is the five-star art boutique hotel located at the centre of the resort ideal for spa and wellness guests. The Lifestyle Collection Hotel is made up of 68 suites overlooking the pool, sea or gardens. The resort has plenty of choice in terms of restaurants, bars and swimming pools so it never feels overcrowded and there's always somewhere to hide away. The spa offers rejuvenating spa treatments as well as a unique 'Wellness Capsule' which is an infra red sauna perfect for detoxifying the body.The resort has it's own private beach and another public beach within walking distance so it’s ideal if you’re looking to escape for a relaxing holiday. **Please note - the resort is open from 28th April until the end of October 2019**
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Amatara Wellness Resort is a luxurious spa destination tucked in away in a quiet part of Phuket Island overlooking Andaman Sea. It’s typically Thai in design with a private sandy beach. Each room has either a bay or sea views and the famous Thai hospitality will leave you completely spoilt. The spa offers healing holistic treatments as well as authentic Thai and Ayurvedic therapies. It's also a great choice if you are travelling with a companion who prefers to concentrate on beach life whilst you add in some wellness or detox.
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The multi award-winning Kamalaya, located on tropical island of Koh Samui, is one of the most genuine and authentic holistic wellness resorts in the world. With a truly extensive and complementary approach to wellbeing and high levels of care and comfort you will understand why 'Wellness Sanctuary' is the perfect description for Kamalaya.
Kamalaya's essence is expressed in its name, 'Lotus (kamal) Realm (alaya)', an ancient symbol for the growth and unfolding of the human spirit. Staying here can be a truly life-changing experience. The resort has a wonderfully peaceful ambiance and delivers highly valuable experiences for guests.
Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary
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Rancho La Puerta is the USA’s original and pioneering destination spa and was founded in the 1940’s - way ahead of the wellness curve. Philosophy of this family-founded and run place is that the cycles of nature govern how the earth renews itself and the spa continues this with treatments that focus on cleansing and relaxing before renewing and reactivating. If you are craving space, natural surrounding with plenty to do and the chance to just ‘breathe’ Rancho La Puerta in Baja California in Mexico is right place for you.
Please note that retreats run from Saturday to Saturday.
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