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Most health and wellbeing resorts are located in stunning environments in nature. A relaxing, active and health holiday in a beautiful setting. Think mountains, National Parks, lakes, beaches or the countryside. Those settings are ideal for hiking, walking and cycling. Health and wellbeing resorts who are located in nature, mostly offer rental bikes services, maps with walking trails and services for rental guides. Hiking and cycling in nature are both wonderful ways to explore the great outdoors and stay active. Cycling and hiking are low-impact exercise that can improve cardiovascular health, strengthen leg muscles, and increase balance and coordination. It allows you to cover more ground and see more of the outdoors. You relax your body during a massage, you clear your mind by being active in nature. It is an ideal way to recover both mentally and physically. Elements of hiking and cycling turn a wellbeing holiday into the ultimate relaxation break. Natural environments have a calming effect on body and mind.
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11 Reviews
Lumut, Perak, Malaysia
Pangkor Laut Resort is the only resort situated on a 300-hectare, breathtakingly beautiful private island with powder white beaches, emerald green waters and unspoilt rainforest. A little piece of heaven on earth. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
5 Reviews
S. Andrea, South-Tyrol, Italy
Experience a modern and luxurious adults-only treehouse-style hotel, set amidst the stunning Italian Dolomites, with a lavish 2500 m2 spa. Nestled in a prime skiing and hiking location, it's the perfect blend of luxury and nature. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Minimum stay 3 nights: spa credit voucher worth € 30 per room
- Minimum stay 5 nights: spa credit voucher worth € 50 per room
- Minimum stay 7 nights: spa credit voucher worth € 80 per room
- Repeat clients (who stayed in My Arbor with Puurenkuur before): all above + free one day 'cuddle nest'
6 Reviews
Pinzolo, Dolomites, Italy
Fully recharge your batteries at an all-new, dazzling Lefay with extensive top spa revolving around energy restoration. Total relaxation, star treatment and world-class service in the Dolomites of the Alps. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- 1x private acces to the salt lake 'L'Aurora Nel Nago' per person - min. stay 3 nights
- 1x herbal infusion from Lefay Spa Collection 'La Brezza e I Fiori' - min. stay 5 nights
- 1x complimentary moisturising body wrap - min. stay 5 nights
- Early check-in and late check-out upon availability - min. stay 5 nights
4 Reviews
Neustift, Austria
A 5* family hotel with an incredibly warm atmosphere and leading spa, nestled between Austria’s highest peaks. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
Depending on the length of stay:
- Free spa gift voucher worth € 50 per stay - min. stay 3 nights
- Free spa gift voucher worth € 100 per stay - min. stay 7 nights
2 Reviews
Ubud, Bali (Indonesia)
An acclaimed luxury eco-wellness resort by a river and surrounded by nature, with traditional Balinese treatments and massages that promote inner quiet and harmony. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Complimentary Spa Credit Voucher worth € 100 per person (min. stay 3 nights)
3 Reviews
Nakhon Si Thammarat, Thailand
What Aava Resort & Spa sits peacefully among the untouched natural splendour of Khanom, on the Thai mainland. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- 1x free body wrap, scrub OR Thai massage (60 minutes) - stay min. 5 nights
- 1x guided waterfall Hike (only on Sunday) - stay min. 5 nights
- 50% discount on return transfer from Krabi airport OR free return transfer from Surat Thani or Nakhon Si Thammarat airport - stay min. 5 nights
- For all single/solo travellers: Free upgrade to a stay on half board
- For twin/double bookings: Free room upgrade from Deluxe Bungalow to Superior Bungalow (subject to availability at time of booking)
243 Reviews
Vlodrop, Netherlands
Yoga, Detox and Pilates in a spacious Limburgian hotel with fantastic service and extensive wellness. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Free entrance to the Spa during the weekend worth € 17,50 per day
- For repeat guests: free upgrade to a suite
- Check-out at Noon instead of 11 AM on Sunday
38 Reviews
Monchique (Algarve), Faro, Portugal
The resort is situated in one of the most beautiful nature areas in the Algarve read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Free spa credit of € 30 per person (valid for all stays of min. 5 nights)
- Free daily access to Thermal spa circuit (worth of € 25 p.p.p.d.)
- For repeating clients: free room upgrade (subject to availability upon arrival)
498 Reviews
Domburg, Netherlands
Great hospitality and excellent service at this hotel with renovated wellness centre. Sea-side location with dunes and forests. For relaxing yoga, Pilates and mindfulness weekends. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Check-out at 12 instead of 11am
- For repeating guests: a little present in the room
8 Reviews
Bad Waltersdorf, Austria
A unique combination of Ayurveda and the healing thermal waters of Eastern Styria at a fabulous European Ayurveda Resort with Asian vibes. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Free spa credit voucher worth € 20 per stay
11 Reviews
Caniço, Funchal, Madeira (Portugal)
This fantastic adults-only holiday resort by the sea offers an impressive list of activities that challenges even the most active of holidaymakers. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Spa-giftvoucher worth € 30 per room (minimal stay of 5 nights)
- 10% discount on pre-booked spa treatments in the Ashoka SPA
13 Reviews
La Petite Pierre, France
Situated in the heart of Alsace's forest, La Clairière is among France's pioneering holistic hotels. With vegan menu options and an enchanting spa, it inspires a healthier way of life. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
5 Reviews
Bad Bocklet, Germany
Experience the harmonious blend of Ayurveda from India and the Buchinger method from Germany in Bad Bocklet, a mere 2-hour drive from Frankfurt. Kunzmann's Hotel, nestled amidst Bavarian Rhön's natural beauty, awaits you amidst this unique fusion. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Free ayurvedic spice, tea and voucher for detox drink in the bar
- Bathrobe and spa slippers in the room, free of charge for Puurenkuur guests!
10 Reviews
Banyeres de Mariola, Alicante, Spain
A small, luxury adults-only yoga and meditation resort in a stylish 19th century farmhouse in the centre of a nature park. The perfect place in which to connect with yourself and with nature. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Free return airport transfers Alicante airport - hotel (min. stay of 5 nights)
- Free massage 50 minutes (min. stay of 3 nights)
1 Review
Varignana, Bologna, Italy
Enjoy ’La Dolce Vita' at this elegant and luxurious Italian estate, surrounded by vines and olive trees. Award winning spa as 'Best Italian spa 2020'. Perfect spot for both short and long wellbeing stays. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Free spa credit voucher € 50 per room (min. stay 3 nights - credit can be used Monday to Friday) OR
- Free spa credit voucher € 75 per room (min. stay 6 nights - credit can be used Monday to Friday)
- Free return airport transfer from Bologna (or train station) (min. stay 6 nights)
- Repeat guests (booked through Puurenkuur): all of the above + free room upgrade (subject to availability at time of arrival)
6 Reviews
Dolomites, Italy
An Ayurveda holiday in a beautiful hotel right in the healing Austrian mountains plus more than 2500m2 of spa facilities, This gem in South Tyrol is the perfect place for you! read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Discounted rates for single travellers (already calculated in the price)
- Complimentary roundtrip airport transfers from Bolzano airport OR
- A complimentary Ayurvedic facial treatment 60 min. (worth € 95)
- For repeating Engel hotel clients: the above extra's + a complimentary room upgrade if available at the time of arrival
11 Reviews
Latchi, Cyprus
The view out over the beach and sea is truly unbeatable. But the other thing that makes Anassa unique, it its style: a hotel with a story. Gracious and luxurious, it lives and breathes history, ambience and culture. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- No single supplement (not valid for Junior Suites, and not valid in July and August and from 27 May - 4 June and 21 - 29 October)
- 2x free participation to group activities - min. stay 5 nights, only in combination with spa package
5 Reviews
Paro, Bhutan
Hospitality, peace and quiet, beauty, mysticism and spirituality in the magical and mysterious kingdom of Bhutan - land of happiness. The Bhutan Spirit Sanctuary is the only 5* wellness resort offering an all-inclusive wellbeing concept. read more
Pureandcure Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Reduced rates (already calculated in the shown rates)
- Complimentary room upgrade from Balcony to Terrace (subject to availability)
21 Reviews
Mystras, Greece
Greek and Chinese wisdom and medicine offer emotional, physical and spiritual health in a majestic and superbly Beautiful Holistic Destination Spa. A true ‘Wow’ destination. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- DISCOUNT on your stay until August 2023! Only applicable to wellbeing programmes with min. 7 night stay - already calculated in the shown price
- Complimentary upgrade to next room type (subject to availability on booked date, only applicable to Classic Room, Superior Deluxe Room and Excecutive Deluxe Room) (only applicable to wellbeing programmes with min. 5 night stay)
- Complimentary Spa Credit Voucher worth € 150 per person (only applicable to wellbeing programmes with min. 5 night stay)
10 Reviews
Nusa Dua, Bali (Indonesia)
Excellent service and extremely professional holistic programmes based on Balinese traditions. A beautiful and intimate retreat in green surroundings with a warm, friendly atmosphere. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Discount on room price (already included in the price)
- Room upgrade subject to availability at time of booking - not combinable with other discounts
- One free massage (30 minutes) per person per stay
11 Reviews
Altos del Monte, 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. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Welcome amenity in the room
- Complimentary pick-up service from SJO airport (worth $100)
- Complimentary room upgrade for all stay of min. 7 nights (subject to availability at time of booking)
- Participation to the tea tasting activity (worth $30 per person)
- Diana Stobo's (founder) bestseller book
- For returning guests: 15% discount on extra spa treatments (does not apply for the Abhyangam treatments) + the above extra's
77 Reviews
Malaga, Spain
The beauty and serenity of Bali yet closer to home. This is Shanti-Som. Secluded and intimate. This is where you’ll rediscover yourself. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Complimentary return airport transfer OR 1 massage
- Complimentary access to 2 extra yoga classes
- For repeaters spa credit voucher + a free room upgrade to Junior Suite
26 Reviews
Canico, Funchal, Madeira (Portugal)
Ayurveda in one of Madeira’s most beautiful seaside resorts. Alpino Atlantico combines authentic treatments with a spectacular setting. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Complimentary ayurveda hand massage (valid for all stays of min. 3 nights)
- Repeater offer: Free ayurveda package upon arrival (tongue scraper, sesam oil for daily orral and nasal care and ayurveda shampoo)
8 Reviews
Bad Bocklet, Germany
A combination of India and Germany, Ayurveda and Buchinger. In the spa town of Bad Bocklet, right next to the Bavarian Rhön nature park, about 2 hours from Frankfurt, you will find Kunzmann's Hotel in the middle of greenery. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Cozy bathrobe, bath towels and slippers in your room
- Complimentary mineral water
9 Reviews
Gianyar, Bali, Bali (Indonesia)
Next level personal attention (you will have your own personal assistant!). The COMO Shambhala Estate team is incredibly dedicated to make your stay the best it can be and give you an exclusive experience. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Discount for single travellers on the room rates
- When booking twin/double stay: Spa giftvoucher worth 100 USD per room (min. 5 nights stay)
- For repeat guests: a complimentary room upgrade to the next room type (if available at time of booking) (you booked a stay at COMO Shambhala through Puurenkuur before)
2 Reviews
Folgosinho, Portugal
New Life’s New Life Portugal is a mindfulness center for burnout recovery. Their mission is to provide support for anyone who wishes to cultivate their sustainable wellbeing. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Complimentary massage (60 minutes)
- For repeaters at New Life: 10% discount!
18 Reviews
Pune, India
Traditional eastern medicine comes paired with a state-of the art spa, ultra-modern fitness facilities and western medical knowledge at Atmantan Wellness Resort. The purpose? To truly own a deep sense of wellbeing; not just experience it. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Complimentary one way airport transfer
- Free room upgrade
- Free spa credit voucher worth 125 USD per booking
24 Reviews
Uttarakhand, India
A truly unbeatable wellness experience. One of the very best destination spas in the world, you can expect nothing but the best at Ananda in the Himalayas. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Complimentary Spa Credit Voucher worth 100 USD per person
- Complimentary excursion
- For repeating Ananda clients: discounted stays!
Baden-Baden, Germany
A luxurious hotel exuding timeless elegance and grandeur, complemented by a state-of-the-art spa boasting contemporary finesse and cutting-edge amenities. read more
Puurenkuur Benefits
Depending on your Holiday:
- Complimentary room upgrade (subject to availability at time of arrival)
- Complimentary spa gift voucher worth € 85 per person (min. 4 nights stay) OR € 150 per person (min. 7 nights stay)
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Hiking and Cycling in combination with Wellbeing
Most health and wellbeing resorts are located in stunning environments in nature. A relaxing, active and health holiday in a beautiful setting. Think mountains, National Parks, lakes, beaches or the countryside. Those settings are ideal for hiking, walking and cycling. Health and wellbeing resorts who are located in nature, mostly offer rental bikes services, maps with walking trails and services for rental guides.
Hiking and cycling in nature are both wonderful ways to explore the great outdoors and stay active. Cycling and hiking are low-impact exercise that can improve cardiovascular health, strengthen leg muscles, and increase balance and coordination. It allows you to cover more ground and see more of the outdoors.
You relax your body during a massage, you clear your mind by being active in nature. It is an ideal way to recover both mentally and physically. Elements of hiking and cycling turn a wellbeing holiday into the ultimate relaxation break.
Tips: Make sure to wear comfortable shoes with good traction, dress appropriately for the weather, and bring plenty of water and snacks. Be mindful of your surroundings and watch out for wildlife or potential hazards on the trail. Always wear a helmet when cycling and make sure your bike is in good working condition before heading out. Follow traffic laws and be aware of your surroundings, especially when cycling on roads or shared paths. Bring plenty of water and snacks, and consider packing a repair kit in case of any issues with your bike.
Overall, both hiking and cycling in nature are great ways to stay active and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. Just remember to be safe, prepared and respectful of the environment.
Why is Nature so great for stress
Natural environments have a calming effect on body and mind. Research has shown that exposure to natural environments, such as forests or parks, can have a positive effect on reducing stress and anxiety. Natural environments have been found to reduce levels of the stress hormone cortisol, lower blood pressure and slow down heart rate.
- Nature provides opportunities for physical activity: Exercise is known to be a great stress reducer. Being in nature provides opportunities for physical activities such as hiking, walking, and swimming, which can help to reduce stress and improve overall wellbeing.
- Nature provides a break from technology and everyday life: Being in nature provides an opportunity to disconnect from technology and the fast-paced demands of everyday life. This break can help to reduce stress and provide a sense of relaxation and rejuvenation.
- Exposure to nature can improve mood: Exposure to nature has been shown to increase positive emotions and reduce negative emotions. This can lead to an overall improvement in mood and wellbeing.
Nature provides a variety of benefits that can help to reduce stress and improve overall wellbeing. Whether it's through exposure to natural environments, physical activity or a break from technology and everyday life, nature can provide a much-needed respite from the stressors of daily life.
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