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Destination Spa

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A Destination spa is a type of spa that offers a comprehensive wellbeing experience focused on improving health, relaxation and rejuvenation. Unlike day spas, which typically offer individual treatments such as massages or facials, a Destination spa provides guests with a range of services, including healthy meals, fitness classes and holistic therapies, all designed to promote physical, mental and emotional well-being. Destination spas are typically located in scenic, natural environments, such as mountains, nature, beach, sea or lakes. They often require a minimum stay of several days to a week or more, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the experience and achieve long-term health and wellness benefits. The focus is on promoting a healthy lifestyle and guests are often provided with education and guidance on nutrition, exercise, and stress management to help them maintain their wellness after leaving the spa. These types of spas are popular among people who are looking to manage stress or simply relax and rejuvenate.
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Ayurvie Sigiriya
4
Ayurvie Sigiriya, Sri Lanka
Experience traditional Ayurveda programs amidst nature reserves in the cultural heart of Sri Lanka, near Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Dambulla Cave Temple, and Ritigala Monastery.
3 Reviews
Nikki's Nest
3.5
Nikki's Nest, India
A charming Ayurveda resort that provides a cozy escape for yoga and meditation, passionately operated by eco-conscious enthusiasts, nestled in a tropical paradise beside the Indian Ocean.
5 Reviews
Siddhalepa Ayurveda Health Resort
4
Siddhalepa Ayurveda Resort, Sri Lanka
Siddhalepa Ayurveda Health Resort is one of the first Ayurveda hotels in Sri Lanka and has over 75 years of specialist experience. Rest assured, you are in expert hands here, embarking on an authentic journey of Ayurvedic panchakarma therapy.
2 Reviews
The Retreat Costa Rica
4
The Retreat, Costa Rica
The Retreat Costa Rica is one of the best luxury wellness boutique resort and spa, where organic gardens, lush landscapes, chirping birds, and technicolor sunsets are the setting for healing journeys.
11 Reviews
yoga dome MasQi - The Energy House
4
MasQi Retreat, Spain
A small, luxurious adults-only yoga and meditation resort located in a stylish 19th-century farmhouse at the center of a nature park. The ideal place to reconnect with yourself and with nature.
21 Reviews
surroundings Euphoria Retreat
5
Euphoria Retreat, Greece
This is Greece's first holistic retreat, designed around the five elements of Chinese medicine to promote physical and mental balance. It's a stunningly designed retreat and a truly impressive destination at an hour's drive from Kalamata..
29 Reviews
Heritance Ayurveda Maha Gedara
4
Heritance Maha Gedara, Sri Lanka
Heritance Ayurveda Maha Gedara offers a peaceful retreat, providing an opportunity for guests to immerse themselves in the attentive care of Ayurveda therapists.
19 Reviews
Manaltheeram Ayurveda Beach Resort
4
Manaltheeram Ayurveda Village, India
Soma Manaltheeram Ayurveda Beach Village truly lives up to its name. Picture authentic Ayurveda, a sandy beach with palm trees and cosy cottages.
30 Reviews
Somatheeram Ayurveda Beach Resort
4
Somatheeram Ayurveda Village, India
With over 30 years of experience and the distinction of being one of the pioneer Ayurveda resorts globally, Somatheeram Ayurveda Resort stands out as a haven for those seeking authentic and traditional Ayurvedic experiences.
8 Reviews
Ayurvie Weligama overview
4
Ayurvie Weligama, Sri Lanka
Traditional Ayurveda in a modern setting on the tropical coast of Sri Lanka, that's Ayurvie Weligama! This means one-on-one consultations, daily treatments, yoga, vegetarian meals, and a pleasant communal atmosphere.
3 Reviews
Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary | Official Sales Office Benelux
5
Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary, Bhutan
Hospitality, peace, beauty, mysticism, and spirituality converge in the magical and mysterious kingdom of Bhutan, the land of happiness. Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary stands as the sole 5-star wellness resort, presenting an all-inclusive wellbeing concept.
4 Reviews
pool Absolute Sanctuary
4
Absolute Sanctuary, Thailand
This stunning boutique wellness hotel, with its Mediterranean-inspired architecture, is a true paradise for yoga, detox, fitness, and Pilates enthusiasts. It is located on the tropical island of Koh Samui in Thailand.
19 Reviews
Ayursoma Ayurveda Royal Retreat
5
Ayursoma Retreat, India
Celebrate the essence of Ayurveda in a luxurious five-star beachfront resort, inspired by the opulence of ancient Indian palaces.
6 Reviews
Sen Wellness Sanctuary
0
Sen Wellness Sanctuary, Sri Lanka
Immerse yourself in a tailored Ayurvedic retreat surrounded by the calm of nature, situated in a warm and intimate retreat with just 8 rooms.
2 Reviews
pool Phuket Cleanse
3.5
Phuket Cleanse, Thailand
An intimate retreat in Phuket, where the pillars of vegetarian food, a plethora of daily sports and yoga classes, meditation, workshops, and a commitment to a healthy lifestyle converge. A warm and friendly environment is an integral part of the package!
3 Reviews
Mandira Styria
4
Ayurveda Mandira, Austria
Experience a one-of-a-kind blend of Ayurveda and the therapeutic thermal waters of Eastern Styria at a magnificent Ayurveda Resort infused with Asian influences.
12 Reviews
Begnas Lake Resort | Official Sales Office Benelux
4
Begnas Lake Resort, Nepal
Experience rejuvenating Ayurveda treatments at the foot of the imposing Himalaya Mountains. Embrace true tranquility as you live in harmony with untouched nature and immerse yourself in the exploration of Nepal's distinctive culture.
6 Reviews
Selman Marrakech
5
Selman Marrakech, Morocco
At the foot of the Atlas Mountains, about a 15-minute drive from Marrakech, stands this elegant Arabian palace: a chic boutique hotel offering Chenot detox and weight loss programs.
3 Reviews
pool Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary
5
Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary, Thailand
An experience. Life changing. Unforgettable. Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary is all of this…and more. But words alone cannot describe Kamalaya. Kamalaya needs to be experienced.
149 Reviews
pool OCEANO Health Spa Hotel
4
OCEANO Health Spa Hotel, Canary Islands
You are in excellent hands for a F. X. Mayr, Ayurveda or thalasso programme at the authentic family hotel, OCÉANO Health Spa Hotel
36 Reviews
garden Alpino Atlantico - Galo Resort
4
Alpino Atlantico, Madeira
Ayurveda at one of Madeira's most picturesque seaside resorts. Boutique-style Alpino Atlantico offers a blend of genuine treatments within a stunning environment.
27 Reviews
Lotus Villa
3.5
Lotus Villa, Sri Lanka
Lotus Villa is a small-scale Ayurveda resort, where making connections with other retreat guests is very easy. This makes it a perfect place for solo travellers.
10 Reviews
hotel Shanti-Som
4
Shanti-Som, Spain
Capturing the beauty and serenity of Bali, right here at home. Welcome to Shanti-Som, where seclusion and intimacy invite self-discovery.
86 Reviews
Residence, Rooms, Suites & Villas COMO Shambhala Estate Bali
5
COMO Shambhala Estate, Bali (Indonesia)
Ranked among the top 5 best wellness resorts in Asia, COMO Shambhala Estate offers next-level personal attention, where holistic programs and nourishing cuisine rejuvenate both body and mind.
9 Reviews
Ananda in the Himalayas
5
Ananda in the Himalayas, India
Ananda in the Himalayas is ranked among the top 10 Wellness Retreats globally, at 30 mins from Rishikesh, and offering transformative experiences through Ayurveda, Yoga, Meditation, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and Physiotherapy.
24 Reviews
pool Chiva-Som Health Resort
5
Chiva-Som Health Resort, Thailand
One of the earliest destination spas globally, this 'Haven of Life' is truly remarkable and ranks among the most exquisite holistic resorts in Asia. It is a breathtaking retreat renowned for its exceptional quality.
8 Reviews
Longevity Medical & Health Hotel
5
Longevity Medical Hotel, Portugal
Longevity Health & Medical Hotel is an adults-only Destination Spa with a state-of-the-art wellness centre for preventative, medical and holistic wellbeing programmes in the heart of the Algarve.
16 Reviews
Atmantan Wellness Resort
5
Atmantan, India
At Atmantan Wellness Resort, traditional Eastern medicine with a state-of the art spa,ultra-modern fitness facilities, and Western medical knowledge. The overarching goal is not just to experience a sense of well-being but to genuinely own it.
18 Reviews
Park Igls
4
Park Igls, Austria
Park Igls is a private medical spa located in the heart of Tyrol, Austria. One of the leading award-winning medical spas in Europe, with a focus on the Mayr approach for a healthier lifestyle.
17 Reviews
Palazzo Fiuggi
5
Palazzo Fiuggi, Italy
Palazzo Fiuggi is an ultra-luxurious medical spa offering tailor-made programs, thalassotherapy, and natural springs near Rome, along with a unique nutritional plan based on epigenetic science.
6 Reviews
MAYRLIFE
5
MAYRLIFE, Austria
MAYRLIFE Medical Health Resort combines modern medical expertise and technologies with the traditional Dr. F.X. Mayr method in a sporty location in the beautiful Austrian Alps.
4 Reviews
JOALI BEING
5
JOALI BEING, Maldives
Do you want to invest in your health without temptations, while in paradise? This is your destination! The brand new JOALI BEING the wellbeing and sustainability retreat of the Maldives.
6 Reviews
pool SHA Wellness Clinic
5
SHA Wellness Clinic, Spain
SHA Wellness Clinic seamlessly blends Eastern philosophies with Western perspectives on health and well-being within its luxurious and modern setting.
36 Reviews
SHA Wellness Clinic Mexico
5
SHA Mexico, Mexico
Brand new award-winning medical spa with an integrated approach - sister to the SHA Wellness Clinic in Spain - nestled in the tropical nature on the Caribbean coast of Mexico.
Chenot Palace Weggis
5
Chenot Palace Weggis, Switzerland
Chenot Palace Weggis is the brand new Chenot flagship in Switzerland. The Chenot Method is known worldwide for its medical detox programs where Western science and Eastern philosophy come together.
7 Reviews
Brenners Park-Hotel & Spa
5
Brenners Park, Germany
A luxurious hotel exuding timeless elegance and grandeur, complemented by a state-of-the-art spa boasting contemporary finesse and cutting-edge amenities.
6 Reviews
garden RAKxa Integrative Wellness
5
RAKxa, Thailand
The RAKxa Integrative Wellness is the first sustainable, comprehensive Medical & Holistic retreat in Thailand. Amidst a lush green oasis, you work on your health under the guidance of experts at all levels. Rakxa's expertise: weight loss programs.
6 Reviews
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What is a Destination Spa

A Destination spa is a type of spa that offers a comprehensive wellbeing experience focused on promoting health, relaxation, and rejuvenation. Unlike day spas, which typically offer individual treatments such as massages or facials, a Destination spa provides guests with a range of services, including healthy meals, fitness classes, wellbeing programs and holistic therapies, all designed to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Destination spas are typically located in scenic, natural environments, such as mountains, deserts, or near bodies of water. They often require a minimum stay of several days to a week or more, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the experience and achieve long-term health and wellness benefits. The focus of a destination spa is on promoting a healthy lifestyle, and guests are often provided with education and guidance on nutrition, exercise, and stress management to help them maintain their wellness after leaving the spa. These types of spas are popular among people who are looking to improve their health, manage stress, or simply relax and rejuvenate. 

What to expect in a Destination Spa

Destination spas aim to help you in achieving a healthier lifestyle. At a destination spa, guests can expect a broad variety of health and wellbeing programs such as fitness, detox yoga, weight loss, emotional healing, stress management, meditation, nutritional counseling and even medical services like acupuncture or aesthetic treatments. Each program offers various treatments such as holistic or medical assessments, body and facial treatments, complementary therapies, healthy (dietary) food, exercise and (holistic) activities. These programs will be tailored to your individual needs and will always include several treatments. A destination spa serves tasty healthy food and little or no alcohol. They organize various (holistic and sports) activities during the week such as yoga, meditation, pranayama or fitness classes. They may also offer workshops on personal development or mental coaching. Some may choose to only offer hotel rooms without TV's, to ensure you can fully relax and focus on your well-being. 

What type of guests are staying at destination spa’s

Destination spas attract solo travelers from all over the world. They are wonderful places if you crave some alone time but are also great destinations to meet and connect with likeminded people. You might see couples, but you won’t find families with children. Those hotels are known for their quietness, peace and calm environment so you can fully relax. You can find destination spas in all sorts of great locations: in nature, mountains, country side or at the beach. 

Holistic or medical approach

Please be aware that Destination spas either have a holistic or a medical approach to health. Or they offer a combination of those two. Depending which type of Destination spa you choose, your first consultation will be either with a Western doctor, a Naturopath, a Traditional Chinese Medicine or an Ayurveda doctor.