Top 5 Ultra Luxury Exotic Retreats
We are dreaming about some of the most beautiful and ultra luxury retreats in the most exotic places in the world. All these wonderful retreats have outstanding service levels and experts on site. Every detail regarding your wellness experience has been thought of, whether it is the mattress you are sleeping on, the presentation of the healthy food you will eat, to the transformative treatments and activities you will try.
Yes, they require a significant investment and have the price point that reflect their ultra luxury status. If these are within your budget range, take a closer look and consider a different type of luxury holiday this winter, with extensive benefits for your wellbeing on every level.

Palmaia - The House of Aia, Mexico
For a healthy & sustainable all-inclusive exotic holiday take a serious look at Palmaia. Located on Riviera Maya in Mexican Caribbean, this holistic sanctuary offers warm, crystal clear sea on one side and lush jungle from the other. Th ocean front suites have been carefully planned to be free of animal products and animal tested products, offering an option that celebrates the value of all life on earth. The food follows the theme and is mainly plant-based serving fresh, authentic and above all healthy and nutritious dishes. The resort even has it's own Personal Growth Guide that has put together a schedule of activities that will take care of your mind, body and spirit.
COMO Shambhala Estate Bali, Indonesia
Located in the jungles of Bali where you hear nothing but birdsong and the river flowing bellow you, COMO Shambhala Estate, is a destination spa which makes even the most demanding wellness traveller satisfied. The retreat provides the inspiration and encouragement to help improve your health through the various wellbeing programmes. Their unique health spa offers holistic wellness treatments, ranging from Naturopathy to Ayurveda. Also a wide range of classes and sport opportunities will make you move. The level of care and luxury is second to none, but not in an intimidating way. It's all about your own pace and comfort.
Chiva-Som Health Resort, Thailand
Chiva Som is one of the best and most well-established destination spas in the world. It’s tucked away in seven acres of lush tropical gardens in Hua Hin, Thailand which leads directly onto the beach. This is a place where you can embark on your personal wellness journey, supported and guided by a team of experts. The main aim is for every guest to transform their health, mind, body and spirit through careful care and attention.
JOALI Being, Maldives
With a core philosophy of 'joy of living', Joali Being is created with wellness in mind, every element of the hotel dedicated to enhancing your wellbeing by guiding you through a transformational journey of renewal and self-discovery leaving you feeling uplifted and inspired. Next to the crystalline lagoons, pristine white sand beaches and lush natural landscape, there are plenty of opportunities to educate yourself with herbology classes, healthy cooking demonstrations and integrative workshops. If your aim is to invest in your wellbeing with no temptations whilst being in paradise this retreat is the one for you!
Zulal Wellness Resort, Qatar
Newly opened in 2021 Zulal Wellness Resort is the Middle East's first dedicated wellness resort, operated by Chiva Som, who have been offering holistic wellness at their world famous resort in Thailand for twenty five years. It has all the expertise and facilities you would imagine to embark on your personalised wellness journey. Zulal is also the world's first centre for Traditional Arabic Integrative Medicine (TAIM).The resort is separated into two distinct structures Zulal Serenity (adults-only) and Zulala Discovery (for families) with their own facilities.
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