In an era where wellness is no longer confined to conventional spa treatments, the travel landscape is evolving to cater to the diverse needs of health-conscious individuals. The concept of “Wellness Beyond the Spa” attracts health-conscious individuals seeking rejuvenation. Beyond standard spa and gym experiences, this emerging trend invites transformative journeys into unique, avant-garde wellness encounters.
Several destinations around the world are redefining wellness for 2024. They offer off-the-grid adventures, cultural immersions, and unconventional practices promising holistic well-being.
Saba’s Nature-Immersive Getaway for a Fresh Start
Escape the ordinary with a wellness retreat on the five-square-mile Dutch Caribbean island of Saba. Nestled in the Caribbean Sea, Saba offers a desolate getaway where guests can reset and recharge amidst Mother Earth’s embrace. Explore twenty hiking trails on land or dive into the island’s thirty protected dive sites for a unique off-grid experience that disconnects you from the world.
Mayan Ceremonial Wellness at JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa
Embark on a mystical journey to the Yucatan peninsula at JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa. Influenced by Mayan culture, the resort invites guests to experience serenity at its 35,000-square-foot Mayan-inspired JW Spa. Dive into cenotes, revered by the Mayans as sacred sites, for a truly authentic and therapeutic experience blending Mexican culture with wellness.
Aruba’s Twist on Wellness: Desert Bathing at Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino introduces a fun twist to wellness with desert bathing. Set against a natural desert backdrop, this experience encourages travelers to slow down, clear their minds, and boost mood and immunity. Private transfers, yoga mats, and a picnic basket with healthy snacks enhance the journey. Extend the wellness theme with massages and locally sourced Aruba Aloe products back at the resort.
Aqua Yoga and More at Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa
Cabo’s newest luxury resort, Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa, offers wellness enthusiasts Aqua Yoga atop a paddleboard overlooking the iconic Cabo Arch. Follow it up with a visit to the on-property spa or a swim at the private beach. The ‘Cleanse Your Chakras’ package provides alignment and energetic cleansing for a complete wellness experience.
Mindful Stargazing at Hotel Rangá in Iceland
Hotel Rangá in Iceland embraces the wellness trend of star bathing. Nestled under the unobstructed night sky of Iceland’s South Coast, the boutique property offers one of the country’s most advanced stargazing observatories. An astronomy expert guides guests through ancient constellations and the formation of stars and planets. Cozy snowsuits, geothermal hot tubs, and nightly Northern Lights wake-up calls enhance the celestial experience.
Sunrise Wellness at Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort
On the eastern coast of Kauai, Sheraton Kauai Coconut Beach Resort combines natural beauty with luxurious accommodations. The Sunrise Experience Menu offers a “Morning Light” package, including a yoga mat, fresh juice, and an Acai Bowl for a peaceful start to the day. Morning beachfront yoga classes and wellness activities like biking along the coconut coast further enrich the wellness vacation.
Sip and Sway Wellness at Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve in Puerto Rico
Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico introduces the “Sip and Sway Hammock Garden” to help guests unwind by rocking in ocean-side hammocks. Scientifically proven to improve sleep and reduce stress, hammocks offer a simple yet effective wellness tool. Guests can enjoy antioxidant-rich coconuts and embrace the resort’s mantra, “Doing nothing, means everything.”
Galapagos Retreat Aboard Ecoventura’s Luxury Yachts
Ecoventura offers a unique wellness escape aboard its luxury yachts, Origin, Theory, and Evolve, sailing through the protected Galapagos archipelago. Guests can disconnect from stress while snorkeling with marine iguanas, kayaking with sea turtles, and exploring the destination’s most fascinating species. It’s an unconventional luxury wellness experience in one of the world’s most protected natural areas, aboard a floating boutique hotel.
