Wellness continues to trend heavily, with luxury resorts and destinations creating retreats and programs and developing new ways of appealing to travelers searching for the mind/body connection. Read on for Part 2 in our two-part series of wellness-related offerings.
Wellness, Italian Style
Cape of Senses, an adult-only spa retreat overlooking Lake Garda in Italy, has announced its new Senses Retreat, scheduled for Nov. 6-10, 2024. This 5-day, 4-night program focuses on “sense hacking,” a method of adjusting perception of the five senses to improve well-being.
Developed with Counselor and Life Coach Constanze Spagnolli, the retreat looks to sharpen participants’ senses through daily activities. These include tactile nature walks, hiking, yoga, journaling, spa treatments and cultural excursions. The program combines self-reflection, cultural immersion, and interpersonal connections to teach techniques for heightened sensory awareness. Participants are expected to leave with reduced stress and tools to maintain a more intentional lifestyle.
November offers mild temperatures and fewer crowds at Lake Garda, providing an ideal setting for this retreat. Cape of Senses’ location, 600 feet above the lake, offers panoramic views that complement the program’s objectives.
Of note: Bookings made through Sep. 30, 2024, qualify for a 10 percent early bird discount.
For more information, visit capeofsenses.com.
New Launch from Chenot
Chenot Palace Weggis on Lake Lucerne has debuted a Sleep Cycles Module this month. This Recover & Energize program addition aligns your clients’ chronotypes and circadian rhythms using advanced technologies. New Sleep Rooms feature sound refraction panels and programmable nature sounds to enhance sleep quality.
Chenot offers three 7-night detox programs: Advanced Detox, Recover & Energize and Prevention & Ageing Well. These programs incorporate medical evaluations, diagnostics and personalized treatments to address various health concerns. The Chenot Diet, integral to all programs, is plant-based and created by Executive Chef Ettore Moliteo at Chenot Palace Weggis.
The Chenot Palace Weggis is the brand’s primary wellness destination, but the Chenot portfolio extends beyond Switzerland, with a second full-scale property in Azerbaijan. Additionally, the brand has established a presence in select upscale hotels and resorts across Italy, Montenegro, and Morocco through its Chenot Spas and Chenot Espaces concepts.
For more information, visit chenot.com.
Weekend in Vietnam
Fusion Hotel Group is offering wellness activities at five beachfront resorts in Vietnam for World Wellness Weekend, Sept. 20-22. The group’s new Fusionlife loyalty program provides exclusive benefits to members.
Near Hue, Alba Wellness Valley by Fusion features natural hot springs and onsen baths. The resort’s weekend program includes Hatha yoga, mindful breathing, Singing Bowl Meditation, Zumba, hiking and ziplining.
Fusion Resort Cam Ranh, overlooking Cam Ranh Bay, provides “all-spa and wellness inclusive” and “breakfast anywhere, anytime” concepts. Activities include Surya Namaskar Yoga, aromatherapy, natural healing classes and kids’ yoga.
Maia Quy Nhon and The Ocean Resort Quy Nhon offer beach runs, yoga, sound healing therapy, herbology workshops, and holistic activities. The Vela Spa provides eco-focused treatments.
Fusion Suites Vung Tau, south of Saigon, presents poolside yoga, Tai Chi, meditation and spa treatments. The hotel’s Fresh Restaurant offers a specialized healthy menu.
For more information, visit fusionhotelgroup.com.
Retreat to the Mountains
The Art of Living Retreat Center in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains has announced a series of guest-led retreats for fall and winter 2024. These events complement the center’s ongoing programs, including R&R Retreats and the Happiness Retreat.
The guest presentations cover various wellness topics, offering your clients personalized experiences with industry experts. These retreats run alongside the center’s year-round offerings, focusing on specialties from yoga to longevity.
Featured presenters include:
- Jessamyn Stanley (Oct. 18-20): The founder of The Underbelly leads a yoga retreat emphasizing accessibility and body positivity.
- Dr. Joel Fuhrman (Oct. 24-27): The bestselling author will host a longevity workshop on nutritional science and aging.
- Dr. Ramani Durvasula (Nov. 1-3): An expert on narcissistic relationships guides participants in self-discovery and healing.
- Don Miguel Ruiz, Jr. & Don Jose Ruiz (Nov. 8-10): The sons of “The Four Agreements” author lead a workshop on personal healing and unconditional love.
- Jeff Warren (Nov. 15-17): The author and meditation instructor offers a retreat focused on individualized meditation practices.
For more information, visit artoflivingretreatcenter.org.
Yoga in the Sky
SkyBridge Michigan, the world’s longest timber-towered suspension bridge, has put together a unique leaf-peeping experience at Boyne Mountain Resort in Boyne Falls, Michigan. The bridge connects McLouth and Disciples Ridge peaks and provides panoramic views of the Boyne Valley and Northern Michigan’s hills from 118 feet above ground.
Your clients can witness the changing colors from this elevated vantage point as autumn transforms the landscape. The bridge features a glass-covered section for an immersive view of the fall foliage.
From now through Oct. 6, SkyBridge Michigan is hosting Yoga in the Sky every Saturday and Sunday. This experience combines a guided hike up Boyne Mountain with a yoga session on the bridge, allowing participants to connect with nature.
The Northern Lower Peninsula’s fall colors typically peak from late September to early October.
For more information, visit boynemountain.com.
Sober Curious Wellness
Two new retreats are addressing the growing trend of sober living, catering to the increasing number of Americans seeking alcohol-free lifestyles. Recent studies indicate that over 40 percent of Americans plan to reduce alcohol consumption in 2024, with nearly 30 percent abstaining entirely in 2023.
Megan Wilcox’s Sobriety Elevated Retreat, led by Megan Wilcox, is scheduled for Oct. 24-28, 2024, at Melia Punta Cana. This event focuses on embracing sobriety through transformative experiences. Wilcox’s Sobriety Empowerment Circles aim to build self-confidence and self-worth. The program emphasizes present-moment awareness and future planning, incorporating self-forgiveness exercises to address feelings of shame or guilt.
Veronica Vail’s The Journey Back to Yourself retreat will take place from Jan. 23-26, 2025, at Palmaia, The House of Aia in Playa del Carmen. This retreat emphasizes emotional sobriety, going beyond abstinence to focus on emotional well-being. Your clients will have time, space and support to reconnect with their authentic selves.
For more information, visit wellnessmarketingltd.com.
Biohacking in Montana
Six Senses Crans-Montana, a luxury wellness and ski resort in Switzerland, has hired a new Resident Biohacker, Balazs Csanak. This addition enhances the resort’s biohacking offerings, which include a comprehensive Biohack Recovery Lounge.
Csanak tailors treatments based on guests’ biomarkers, utilizing cold plunges, floatation pods, and sound and light therapies to achieve mental and physical well-being goals. This approach is particularly beneficial for clients recovering from ski activities.
The Biohack Recovery Lounge offers various treatments, including the Ultimate Recovery Hack, Pain Management Hack and Mind Reset Hack. These treatments incorporate innovative elements such as recovery tinctures, compression boots, red-light LED face masks, binaural beats, venom back belts and PEMF therapy.
The Ultimate Recovery Hack focuses on soothing long-term pain and improving blood flow. The Pain Management Hack targets inflammation and chronic pain using heat, vibration, and cellular stimulation. The Mind Reset Hack aims to ease anxiety and promote relaxation through guided meditation and light therapy.
For more information, visit sixsenses.com.
Reconnecting in Dominica
InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa, located in Cabrits National Park, is embracing mindful wellness travel with a new Spa Experience Package. The resort offers a blend of relaxation and adventure, catering to the growing trend of wellness-focused vacations.
The package includes private yoga classes, spa treatments, and complimentary water activities. The resort’s Cabrits Spa & Wellness Center features elevated treatment rooms immersed in nature, allowing guests to experience the therapeutic effects of the surrounding environment.
Dominica, known as the “Caribbean’s Nature Island,” offers diving, snorkeling, hiking, and whale-watching activities.
The resort caters to families with a range of wellness experiences. Teens aged 16 and above can enjoy spa treatments alongside parents, while younger children can participate in supervised activities at the kids’ club. Additional options include cooking classes and off-site excursions to explore Dominica’s natural attractions.
For more information, visit ihg.com.
