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    8 global wellness retreats that redefine the art of relaxation

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    Elevate your well-being. Explore the world’s best wellness retreats to discover the ultimate in relaxation and rejuvenation.

    RAKxa Integrative Wellness, Thailand
    RAKxa Integrative Wellness is a renowned Thai wellness destination. It offers expert tips to revitalise your well-being. To achieve physical harmony, they recommend practices like Tai Chi and Pilates, alongside innovative techniques such as the NEURAC method. For emotional and mental balance, traditional therapies like Thai Salt Pot Massage, Ayurvedic Marma Healing Massage, and Acupuncture are combined with modern approaches like Pranayama and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. To complete the holistic approach, RAKxa emphasises the importance of restful sleep and a nutrientrich diet, potentially enhanced by Intravenous Antioxidant Therapy. By integrating these practices, you can restore balance, rejuvenate your body, and revitalise your mind.

    Cheval Blanc Courchevel, France
    Cheval Blanc Courchevel offers a luxurious Alpine retreat that blends elegance with adventure. Nestled in the prestigious Courchevel 1850, the Maison provides direct access to the world’s largest ski domain. After a day on the slopes, guests can rejuvenate at the Cheval Blanc Spa, where exclusive Guerlain treatments await. From multisensory experiences in the large indoor pool overlooking the snowy peaks to the warmth of a sauna or the invigorating chill of a snow bath, the spa offers a haven of well-being. The Maison’s signature massage, Rêve sous les étoiles, combines Guerlain’s art of touch with the soothing properties of rock crystals and warm spheres, providing a moment of pure serenity.

    Six Senses Ibiza, Spain
    Six Senses Ibiza offers a personalised and holistic approach to wellness that goes beyond just relaxation. Their philosophy focuses on six pillars: Sleep, Eat, Spa, Move, Mindfulness, and Grow, with dedicated programmes and experiences for each. The resort features the innovative Six Senses Immersion programme, a weekly journey combining mindfulness, bodywork, and inner care activities. They also house RoseBar, a leading club focused on longevity with personalised programmes like Young Forever with RoseBar, led by Dr. Mark Hyman. In addition to these core offerings, Six Senses Ibiza provides specialized wellness journeys for various needs. This includes programmes to improve sleep, detoxify the body, enhance fitness, and practice yoga. They also host exclusive retreats throughout the season, led by renowned wellness experts, tackling themes like hormonal changes in women, energetic reset, longevity lifestyles, and unlocking female potential.

    Ananda, India
    Ananda, the renowned Himalayan wellness retreat, has recently unveiled its luxurious new Deluxe Suites, offering a perfect blend of elegance and comfort. These suites boast breathtaking views of the Rishikesh valley or the Maharaja’s gardens. The retreat also offers a range of wellness programs to suit various needs. Intensive Wellness Programs are designed for those seeking transformative results, offering continuous consultations with experts and daily therapies like yoga, meditation, fitness, and other wellness practices. Comprehensive Wellness Programs cater to individuals with proactive health goals or moderate disorders, providing personalised consultations and daily wellness sessions. Foundation Wellness Experiences introduce guests to holistic practices, including yoga, meditation, and Vedanta, with daily group sessions and customised individual sessions. With its serene location, luxurious accommodations, and personalised wellness programs, Ananda offers a truly transformative experience.

    Amangiri, USA
    Amangiri, a serene sanctuary nestled in the Colorado Plateau, offers a unique blend of luxury and wellness. With its 34 modernist suites, Aman Spa, and mesa-embracing pool, the resort provides a tranquil escape. For those seeking adventure, Camp Sarika offers tented pavilions and a range of outdoor activities. Amangiri also offers a variety of wellness programmes, including the Desert Wellness retreat, which combines movement, mindfulness, and spa treatments. The Longevity powered by Nature Retreat, led by renowned Buddhist Monk Geshe Yong Dong, focuses on the benefits of connecting with nature and aligning with natural rhythms to promote longevity and overall well-being.

    Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne, Switzerland
    Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne, a luxurious destination nestled on the shores of Lake Lucerne in Switzerland, offers a diverse range of amenities, including two world-class spas. The Bürgenstock Alpine Spa, with its stunning views of Lake Lucerne and the Swiss Alps, features 10,000 square meters of space, including five pools, saunas, relaxation rooms, and a private spa. The Waldhotel Spa provides a more intimate setting, offering indoor and outdoor pools, Kneipp facilities, sauna landscapes, relaxation areas, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. Both spas offer a variety of treatments, including massages, facials, and body wraps. The resort also offers unique wellness experiences like the Dr. Burgener Discovery Journey, which combines cutting-edge skincare technology with traditional Swiss spa treatments, and AMRA spa experiences, which utilise precious ingredients and advanced scientific research. In addition to these spa offerings, Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne providesopportunities for outdoor activities, suchas hiking, biking, and water sports. With its stunning natural beauty, world-class amenities, and commitment to wellness, Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne is the perfect destination for a luxurious and rejuvenating getaway.

    Brenners Park Hotel & Spa, Germany
    Brenners Park Hotel & Spa, a historic gem nestled in the picturesque Black Forest of Baden-Baden, Germany, offers a haven ofluxury and wellness. The hotel seamlessly blends its rich history with modern amenities, providing guests with a tranquil escape. The spa is a focal point, offering a range of therapeutic treatments and thermal baths to promote relaxation and overall well-being. Surrounded by lush gardens, the hotel invites guests to unwind and rejuvenate. For culinary enthusiasts, the Michelin-starred restaurant offers a delightful dining experience. With its timeless elegance and commitment to guest satisfaction, Brenners Park Hotel & Spa remains a premier destination for those seeking a harmonious balance of indulgence and wellness.

    The Arctic Bath, Sweden
    The Arctic Bath in Sweden offers a unique and immersive wellness experience, situated amidst the stunning backdrop of the Arctic Circle. This floating hotel seamlessly integrates luxurious accommodations with a focus on well-being, inviting guests to connect with nature. The hotel’s spa facilities, featuring saunas, hot baths, and refreshing icy dips, provide a holistic approach to relaxation and rejuvenation. The architecture, harmoniously blending with the natural environment, enhances the sense of tranquility. The Arctic Bath invites visitors to embrace the therapeutic benefits of the Arctic region, creating a one-of-a-kind escape that nourishes both body and soul.

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      RAKxa Integrative Wellness: A holistic approach to healing in Bangkok

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      Seeking a transformative wellness experience that goes beyond a simple massage? Look no further than RAKxa Integrative Wellness, a beacon for holistic healing nestled in the heart of Bangkok. This luxurious retreat seamlessly blends cutting-edge integrative medicine with Eastern and Western healing traditions, all within a serene sanctuary designed to cultivate lasting wellbeing. From personalized meal plans to award-winning wellness experiences featuring everything from cryotherapy to Ayurveda, RAKxa offers a personalized path to true rejuvenation.
      The Stay

      RAKxa Integrative Wellness takes wellbeing to new levels. It seamlessly combines integrative medicine, holistic health, and personal transformation for life-changing results. Located amidst the lushness of Bang Krachao, a protected island dubbed the Green Lung of Bangkok, its 70 luxurious suites are carefully designed to provide a serene sanctuary for rest and relaxation. Contemporary elegance meets traditional Thai charm with ergonomic design, including hypoallergenic finishings and natural materials used throughout.
      The Dining

      Nutrition is a key component at RAKxa, where the team champions food for its healing properties. The chefs, nutritionists, doctors, and traditional medicine experts work hand in hand to curate personalised meal plans. They are not just based on general guidelines but are supported by advanced lab diagnostics to cater to individual needs.
      Served at its restaurant Unam, these menus support gut health, reduce inflammation, and restore balance. The ingredients are sourced from their organic farm and local suppliers. The team draws inspiration from Thai and Western cuisines, ensuring every dish is bursting with flavour and nutrients. Think green curry quinoa bowls, spicy papaya salads and homemade kombucha.
      The Wellness

      At the heart of RAKxa lies its award-winning wellness centre. Integrative diagnostics pinpoint underlying imbalances, laying the groundwork for your personalised treatment plan. It is crafted around four key pillars— therapy, nutrition, rest, and lifestyle. You will then embark on a journey of self-discovery and renewal that draws from Eastern and Western healing traditions.
      RAKxa’s transformative holistic approach offers signature treatments like IV Immune Meyer Infusion, Cryotherapy, and Hyperbaric Chamber Therapy, alongside Physical and Sports Therapy such as Pilates and Thai Stretching. With a comprehensive array of Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese, and Thai Medicine treatments, energy healing and therapeutic spa offerings, you will experience a strategic combination of therapies. These not only enhance healing benefits during your stay at RAKxa but also continue to positively impact your wellness journey beyond.
      The Experience

      RAKxa is known for hosting globally acclaimed figures in healing and wellbeing. Recently, Dr. Deepak Chopra led a transformative five-day Life & Soul Longevity retreat featuring enlightening talks, intention setting, and advanced spiritual meditation sessions. Keep an eye out for their upcoming events, where you might find yourself meditating next to esteemed personalities ranging from high-flying business executives to Hollywood actresses like Pom Klementieff, iconic models such as Kate Moss and Jourdan Dunn, and regional tastemakers like Hala Kazim and Mthayel Al Ali.
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      The body reset: 4 wellness destinations to reset and reconnect your body

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      by Camille Macawili
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      Wellness destinations offer a perfect blend of relaxation, rejuvenation, and often, scenic beauty.
      From Thailand to Switzerland, four wellness destinations to reset and reconnect your body.
      So, whether you’re into hiking or yoga, or just need a nap-inducing Swedish massage, book one of these wellness retreats in 2024 to rejuvenate both mind and body.
      ONE&ONLY AESTHESIS – GREECE
      One&Only Aesthesis together with Guerlain Spa recently debuted its wellness partnership: its first-ever spa in Greece. Offering a transformative Grecian wellness experience, the spa is thoughtfully designed to capture the essence of the Athenian Riviera, boasting 10 treatment rooms, including two spacious double Suites, a sauna, a hammam, an outdoor pool, and a state-of-the-art fitness centre. Guerlain features its signature treatments, as well as unique experiences designed exclusively for the One&Only Aesthesis. It includes wellness programmes aimed to achieve balance and complete revival of body, mind, and soul. Encompassing of sleep recovery, immunity boosting, and targeted detox.
      RAKXA – THAILAND

      RAKxa’s five-night Destress and Well Relaxed, and seven-night Gut Health Programs are tailored with its signature holistic experiences. They harness traditional and modern therapeutic practices to achieve your wellbeing goals. Located amidst the lushness of the protected island of Bang Krachao in Bangkok, guests stay in luxuriously appointed villas. Every detail is crafted for relaxation and rejuvenation, and enjoy a culinary experience that are nutritious, and restorative inspired by the wisdom of Thai and personalised international cuisines.
      CHENOT PALACE WEGGIS – SWITZERLAND

      Chenot Palace Weggis is a next-generation health wellness retreat that boasts suites and rooms across 5,000 square meters of estate dedicated to the pursuit of wellbeing and relaxation. Its award-winning programmes include diagnostic tests, treatments, movement, detoxification, and nutrition based on the Chenot Method. It’s designed to help guests shift the energy throughout the body and realise one’s highest potential self.
      SIX SENSES FORT BARAWARA – INDIA

      Six Senses Fort Barwara in India is a royal palace of wellbeing wherein guests are whisked to a majestic fort-turned-wellness retreat that seamlessly blends Rajasthan’s rich cultural heritage with modern comforts. It offers everything from yoga and meditation to camel safaris and village walks. All the activities are designed to enhance wellbeing and help guests connect with the local community. With stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys, the resort offers the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. It offers a spiritual journey in the sacred quarters of the Fort.
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