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      The best detox escapes to book for an internal reset

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      by Amy Sessions
      2 hours ago

      Looking for a rejuvenating wellness escape? We’re here to help.
      Find the perfect high-end hideaway with our list of the best luxury resorts around the globe.
      Amansara Siem Reap, Cambodia

      Once a residence for guests of King Sihanouk, Amansara is a masterpiece of 1960s New Khmer architecture just ten minutes from the entrance to Cambodia’s Angkor Wat UNESCO World Heritage Site. Set in spiritual Siem Reap, Amansara’s manicured gardens, a tranquil spa, a curvilinear pool and a canopy of mature trees add to the tangible tranquillity that inspired its name – ‘heavenly peace’.
      The Experience
      Learn the art of relaxation and how to experience the present moment in all its fullness, beauty and simplicity during this four- night immersion in Khmer and Buddhist culture.
      For more information visit aman.com
      Brenners Park-Hotel & Spa, Baden-Baden, Germany

      Set in a valley in the Black Forest Mountains overlooking the tree-lined Lichtentaler Allée, Brenners Park Hotel & Spa has well over a century of experience when it comes to wellness. Think old-world charm and great service combined with the latest in cutting-edge tech throughout the in-house medical spa.
      The Experience
      Take advantage of the hotel’s medical approach to preventative health care and get a full MOT to set you on the right track to start the new year with a strategy to optimize your health.
      For more information visit oetkercollection.com
      Mandarin Oriental Marrakech, Morocco

      With the Atlas Mountains as a backdrop, Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech lies nestled in 20 hectares of olive groves and landscaped gardens. Ten minutes from the city’s famous Medina, this elegant, contemporary resort feels a world away in terms of serenity, making it the perfect backdrop to calm the mind and focus on the body.
      The Experience
      If you haven’t experienced a Hamman before, let the team overhaul your body using traditional techniques to leave you feeling refreshed, renewed and lighter.
      For more information visit mandarinoriental.com
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      Immerse yourself in nature at Al Maha’s luxurious resort in Dubai

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      by Team Emirates Man
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      IN PARTNERSHIP: If you’re looking to switch off and reconnect with nature, we know exactly the place where you need to go.
      Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city, visit Al Maha, A Luxury Collection Desert Resort for the perfect escape.
      Now the cooler weather has arrived, it’s the perfect time of year to spend more time outdoors and this luxury resort, situated in the heart of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, is the ideal place to do that.
      Encouraging everyone to shape up the mundane everyday routine, Al Maha has created 12-hour special daycation packages with every detail taken care of from start to finish.
      With pickup and drop off arranged in the resort’s 4X4 vehicles, the schedule includes a 45-minute scenic wildlife experience with gazelles and Arabian Oryx, followed by a Bedouin-inspired sport including archery, camel trekking during the golden sunset hour to embrace the picturesque views that the venue has to offer.

      Accompanied by unending vistas of the desert, guests can experience a delectable breakfast. During the day, visitors can experience a lavish three-course lunch at the resort’s signature restaurant, Al Diwaan. With the option of dining alfresco or indoors, guests can experience utmost tranquillity while enjoying the getaway with their loved ones starting at Dhs750 per person.
      For a more relaxed day excursion, guests can opt for the Spa Indulgence package priced at Dhs750 and inclusive of a selected spa treatment and lunch and pool package for Dhs575 with access to the Timeless Spa and a scrumptious meal at Al Diwaan.
      For a sunbaked sandscape, guests can opt for a full-board staycation for a 360-degree elevated experience. Starting at Dhs4,400 per person, the package includes three meals and two desert activities. To experience epicurean cuisine at its finest, guests can opt for a floating breakfast option, private dinner and dune dining at an additional cost.

      Guests can turn their staycation into a holistic journey by opting for the Spa Indulgence package priced at Dhs4,800 per person with mind, body and soul services for ultimate serenity.
      To make any occasion special, the intimate getaway package features VIP amenities, a premium sparkling beverage upon arrival, two desert activities and an exclusive romantic dinner on the private suite pool terrace with the Romance package priced at Dhs5,000 per night.

      Nestled amidst the dunes, this calming getaway should definitely be added to your must-visit list.
      For more details and to make a booking visit al-maha.com
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