As stress levels rise, so does the appeal of wellness travel. Here’s how some resorts and destinations answer the call to disconnect and recharge.
Wellness Festival Returns to Six Senses Ibiza
The Alma Festival, a wellness and transformation event, will return to Cala Xarraca’s Six Senses Ibiza from Nov. 6-9, 2024. This year’s theme, “Rewild Your Spirit,” focuses on longevity practices, spiritual reconnection and movement.
The festival features a diverse lineup of experts, including biohacker Ben Greenfield, celebrity trainer Kim Strother and hormone specialist Dr. Jessica Shepard. Your clients can participate in longevity, nutrition, gut health and movement workshops.
Program highlights include longevity sessions with Ben Greenfield and Tim Gray, reconnection activities like Shamanic fire ceremonies and sound healing, nutrition and gut health insights from Dr. Ingrid Yang and Nicole Berri, movement classes with Kim Strother and Dutch Duo Sanctum and community gatherings with dinners and music performances.
The festival seeks to provide new health and well-being perspectives through workshops, talks and healing sessions.
For more information, visit sixsensesibiza.com.
Ananda in the Himalayas Expands Global Presence
Renowned wellness retreat Ananda in the Himalayas is extending its reach to new destinations. From Aug. 17-25, 2024, Ananda Wellness Residency at The Nautilus Maldives offers a transformative experience combining Ayurvedic therapies, Yogic practices, gourmet cuisine and luxury hospitality. Set in the Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, The Nautilus provides an idyllic Indian Ocean backdrop for this wellness retreat. From Aug. 28-Sept. 1, 2024, the brand will offer Ananda in the Alps at Nira Alpina in St. Moritz, Switzerland. This program features Hatha Yoga, meditation and Ayurvedic culinary workshops led by Ananda’s experts. Later, from Sept. 30-Oct. 4, 2024, Dreams of Ananda will bring Ayurveda, yoga and meditation to The Dreaming, a wellness retreat in Mid Wales. These expansions allow Ananda to share its traditional wisdom and expertise with a broader audience, offering unique wellness experiences in diverse settings.
For more information, visit anandaspa.com.
Scenset Curates Indonesian Island Getaway
Luxury travel-tech company Scenset has crafted an exclusive Indonesian itinerary from Sept. 1-15, 2024. The journey, designed by Senior Travel Curator Carl Junior, combines wellness, adventure and luxury across multiple islands. The trip includes experiences such as yoga in Ubud’s rainforests, spa retreats in Uluwatu’s cliffside resorts and beach activities in Sumba. The itinerary aims to provide a holistic well-being experience, featuring top-tier accommodations, wellness consultations, outdoor activities and gourmet dining. This curated journey showcases Indonesia’s diverse offerings for luxury wellness travelers.
For more information, visit scenset.com.
Las Catalinas Hosts XTERRA Costa Rica
Las Catalinas, Costa Rica, will host its inaugural XTERRA Costa Rica event from Aug. 23-25, 2024. This off-road multisport endurance competition includes full and sprint-distance triathlons. The full triathlon features a 1600-meter swim, 28-kilometer mountain bike ride, and 9-kilometer trail run. The sprint version includes an 800-meter swim, 20-kilometer bike ride, and 5-kilometer run. Las Catalinas, known for its Tri Las Catalinas event since 2013, offers an ideal training, wellness, and recovery setting with its diverse natural landscape and outdoor activity options.
For more information, visit lascatalinascr.com.
Naya Traveler Offers Wellness Retreat in Patagonia
Naya Traveler is introducing a new wellness experience at Tipiliuke Lodge on a 50,000-acre cattle ranch in Argentina’s Patagonia. The retreat focuses on personalized wellness journeys, featuring amenities such as a nutritionist, a wood-fired sauna, a hot tub and a yoga studio. Local experts provide treatments, including massage, yoga instruction, physiotherapy and osteopathy. The program seeks to help your clients reconnect with nature and themselves. Evening activities include stargazing and wine tasting, showcasing Argentina’s renowned Malbecs.
For more information, visit nayatraveler.com.
Hotel Belmar Enhances Wellness Offerings in Costa Rica
The eco-friendly Hotel Belmar in Costa Rica’s Monteverde cloud forest has expanded its wellness program. Arantza, a new yoga instructor, brings expertise in various practices, including traditional yoga, tantra, and pranayama. The hotel now offers a Wellness Enhancement package featuring daily yoga, farm-to-table breakfast, smoothies, massage, breathwork and nature experiences. Corporate groups of 8-20 can also book specialized wellness packages.
For more information, visit hotelbelmar.net.
New Spa Events in Missouri
The Elms Hotel and Spa in Excelsior Springs, Missouri, is launching a series of wellness events from September to December 2024. The property, part of the Destination by Hyatt portfolio, recently renovated its 28,000-square-foot spa facility. The spa now features a steam room, sauna, boutique, hot tubs, indoor European lap pool, and The Grotto, a modern Roman bath concept.
Upcoming events include Yoga in the Vines at Fencestile Winery on September 7, featuring yoga, sound immersion, and wine tasting. A Halloween-themed meditation session is scheduled for October 12 in the hotel’s Meditation Garden. November 2 will see a beer yoga event, combining relaxation with craft beer tasting. The series concludes with a charitable spa evening on December 12, where proceeds benefit a local organization.
For more information, visit elmshotelandspa.com.
Air, Earth, Water and Fire in Mendoza
SB Winemaker’s House & Spa Suites in Mendoza, Argentina, has introduced a new experiential package called Mendoza Through the Elements. This 5-night journey allows your clients to explore the region’s natural beauty and cultural heritage through activities inspired by air, earth, water, and fire.
The package includes aerial tours of Mendoza’s landscapes, an authentic Argentine asado experience, guided hikes or horseback rides in the Andes and a cat skiing adventure at El Azufre. Guests will stay three nights at SB Winemaker’s House & Spa Suites and two nights at El Azufre Lodge and Cat Ski.
The luxury boutique hotel, founded by winemaker Susana Balbo and her daughter Ana Lovaglio Balbo, seeks to provide an immersive experience blending wine, wellness, gastronomy and culture. After each day’s activities, your clients can enjoy aromatherapy baths and wellness treatments in their spa suites.
For more information, visit susanabalbohotels.com.
August in St. Barts
Hotel Barriere Le Carl Gustaf in St. Barts offers wellness-focused amenities for National Wellness Month in August. The hillside property provides your clients with panoramic sea views and opportunities for self-care.
The on-site Spa Diane Barriere features holistic treatments using Biologique Recherche products. Facilities include massage rooms, a fitness studio and a yoga space. Each suite is equipped with an aqua bike in a private plunge pool and electric bikes are available for island exploration.
Your clients can book private, in-suite yoga sessions with local instructors. The hotel arranges guided hikes to Colombier Cove, a protected beach and natural reserve accessible via a 20-minute walk. Water sports enthusiasts can enjoy surfing, e-foils, sea bobs, jet skiing, flyboarding, snorkeling and diving—all arranged by the on-site concierge.
For more information, visit hotelsbarriere.com.Â
