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As the Earth completes another successful orbit around the sun, we present our annual month-by-month guide to the most sought-after luxury wellness retreats for 2026. From rebalancing mindfulness retreats in January to fitness retreats in December, our bespoke healthy holidays encourage physical and mental wellness every month of the year. Guests are invited to enjoy health-focused escapes in luxurious global destinations, offering the perfect opportunity to refresh and cultivate their best selves.
JANUARY: Your New Year Awakening With Rebalancing Bliss at Santani Wellness Resort & Spa, Sri Lanka
Kick off 2026 with intention at Santani Wellness Resort & Spa, where spiritual and holistic wellness come together in Sri Lanka’s profound tropical landscape. Flourishing amongst verdant greenery, Santani harmoniously combines indoor comfort with outdoor serenity, creating a sanctuary of phenomenal restorative power. Rebalance mind and body with healing therapies, yoga sessions, thermal salt pools and scenic hikes designed to counter the effects of festive-season fatigue. Depart from one of our spiritual and holistic retreats refreshed, re-energised and ready to embrace 2026 with renewed clarity, focus and motivation.


For more information and booking: Santani Wellness Resort & Spa
FEBRUARY: Fuse Culture With Wellness at Discover Recover™ Vietnam
Experience the ultimate mixture of adventure and relaxation on our exclusive Discover Recover™ retreat to Vietnam this February. With your wellness goals in mind, our Wellness Specialists are here to curate a detailed itinerary of personalised excursions. Hike through national parks, visit floating markets and explore enigmatic cities by moped. After discovering Vietnam’s wonders, recover with recuperating healing massages and holistic spa activities at prestigious resorts. If this tickles your fancy, explore our array of Discover Recover™ retreats in exciting locations that perfectly fuse cultural exploration with the uplift of a luxury wellness break.

For more information and booking: Discover Recover™ Vietnam
MARCH: Cleanse from the Inside Out at Longevity Senses Cascais Boutique Hotel & Clinic, Portugal
Reset with a luxury detox retreat as you welcome springtime at Longevity Senses, embraced by the regions scenic Guincho beach and coastal town of Cascais. Reset with the Art of Detox retreat, featuring comprehensive lab diagnostics, personalised nutrient-rich meal plans and full access to spa and fitness facilities to cleanse your gastrointestinal, lymphatic, and metabolic systems. Boost your spa experience with lymphatic drainage massages, detox seaweed wraps, and revitalising IV therapies that tone your core, restore gut health and leave the body and mind with a cleansed renewal. By the end of your stay, you’ll emerge lighter, and more confident to step into the new season.

For more information and booking: Longevity Senses Cascais Hotel & Clinic
APRIL: Springtime is Blooming, and So Can You With Integrated Wellness at Preidlhof, Italy
As April blooms, embrace renewal at Preidlholf’s Integrated Wellness Retreat, a transformative experience designed to inspire a positive perspective on daily life. Perched between two national nature parks, this rural Dolomite escape provides the perfect backdrop for a meditation holiday. Each day features daily healing treatments with Master Therapists complemented by holistic classes such as Hatha Yoga and Walking Meditation. These restorative experiences help to replenish energy and dispel the sluggishness of winter, leaving you refreshed and revitalised for the warmer months ahead.

For more information and booking: Preidlhof
MAY: Personalise Your Fitness Retreat at ZEM Wellness Clinic Altea, Spain: Fusion Fitness™
Personalise your luxury wellness retreat in the heart of the Mediterranean, where time slows and spirits lift. Bathed in natural light, enjoy our signature Fusion Fitness™ retreat, a tailored experience designed for everyone. Choose from ‘Cardio’, ‘Mind & Body,’ ‘Strength & Sport’ and ‘Renewal’ elements to personalise this truly bespoke wellness holiday. Practice mindfulness, play Padel tennis and indulge in deep tissue massages, then unwind at the world-class ZEM Spa, completing a day immersed in pure luxury. If this personalised approach to fitness calls you, discover more of our top ten Fusion Fitness™ holidays in 2026.

For more information and booking: ZEM Wellness Clinic
JUNE: Redefine the Future of Wellness at Buff Medical Resort, Germany
Discover the future of self-care at BUFF Medical Resort, located in the peaceful Büdingen area of Germany, where high-tech medicine meets humancentric wellness. Explore our range of medical spa holidays, where dedicated teams of doctors, experts, trainers and therapists work seamlessly to provide guests with first-class care designed to support lasting health and well-being. This BuffMed Classic Light programme promotes longevity, digestive and metabolic health to sustainably increase your vitality. Combining Mayr’s therapeutic fasting with holistic, science-backed treatments, experience a truly transformative lifestyle change that lasts.

For more information and booking: Buff Medical Resort
JULY: Bask in Spanish Sunshine at Las Terrazas de Abama Suites
Replenish your serenity at the Inner Calm retreat, set within the luxurious resort of Las Terrazas de Abama Suites. July is the perfect time to escape to the Spanish Canary Islands, where the golden sun bathes upon thousands of wind-swaying palm trees. The pace of everyday life gently slows to an undisturbed pause, whilst you enjoy soothing massages and premium skin treatments. This luxury wellness retreat is designed to bring out radiance from within as you achieve total calm. Discover the majesty of Spanish wellness as we reveal what truly makes it an excellent wellness destination.

For more information and booking: Las Terrazas de Abama Suites
AUGUST: Experience Swiss Vitality at Chenot Palace Weggis, Switzerland
Soak up the crisp Swiss mountain air as an invigorating accompaniment to your wellness journey at Chenot Palace Weggis, a world-class medical spa dedicated to total homeostasis. The Prevention & Ageing Well programme is thoughtfully designed with clinically proven treatments to enhance vitality and prevent ill-health. Guests can participate in Cryotherapy and energy-balancing massages to optimise performance, complemented by a detoxifying diet that restores inner glow, making this luxury wellness retreat the perfect way to unwind as summer draws to a close. Make healthy ageing your forte with one of our luxury spa holidays this year.

For more information and booking: Chenot Palace Weggis
SEPTEMBER: De-stress & Re-charge at L’Albereta Relais & Châteaux, Italy
Prolong your summer glow at L’Albereta Relais & Châteaux as you stroll through the majesty of Franciacorta’s vineyards and its rolling hills. Situated in a 19th-century villa, the Chenot Espace Spa combines traditional Chinese practices with Western medicine to support the body’s natural healing mechanisms. Unwind with the De-stress & Recharge experience, where guests can expect a wellness plan of energy-enhancing therapies from Hydro-Aromatherapy treatments to Biofeedback Training. Learn from Maureen Cromey about the power of Chinese medicine in combating stress and burnout, and draw on this wisdom as you reawaken your senses in this Italian home of wellbeing.

For more information and booking: L’Albereta Relais & Châteaux
OCTOBER: Trade Autumn Showers for Warm Skies With Yoga and Mindfulness at Euphoria Retreat, Greece
Skip the rain this October and escape to Greece, where the temperatures remain pleasantly warm, without the intense summer heat. Overlooking Mount Taygetos and within a private pine forest, Euphoria Retreat exudes tranquillity and natural charm, making it a perfect backdrop for a luxury yoga holiday. Unwind with the Yoga and Mindfulness experience, combining private yoga sessions in maintained gardens with Euphoria Relaxing Aroma massages to reconnect your body and mind. This wellness hideaway provides the perfect balance of movement, breathwork and mindful replenishment. You’ll leave with a heightened spiritual lift, excited to incorporate newfound wellness techniques in daily life.

For more information and booking: Euphoria Retreat
NOVEMBER: Ayurvedic Rejuvenation Awaits at Shanti Maurice, Mauritius
Before the festive period gets hectic, take a step back with the Ayurveda Rejuvenation retreat at Shanti Maurice. This programme harnesses the power of nature through Ayurvedic treatments, holistic classes and personal health and fitness consultations to restore the body from head to toe! Indulge in innovative beachside dining, from private fish shack gastronomy to cocktails in the iconic Rum Shed. Your Mauritian escape promises to satisfy all the senses with an oasis devoted entirely to your well-being and pleasure. Learn more about the principles of Ayurveda and its benefits, to make 2026 a year of total wellness.

For more information and booking: Shanti Maurice
DECEMBER: Fitness, Adventure, and Renewal at The Retreat, Costa Rica
Put the spring back in your step at The Retreat Costa Rica, a private estate perched hillside of a quartz mountain. This award-winning wellness facility offers transformative programmes tailored to your goals. The results-driven Fitness Reboot & Fat Burning retreat speaks for itself; guests are paired with globally recognised personal trainers creating customised plans for fat loss and muscle building. Beyond the gym, enjoy guided hikes, boat trips and zip-lining adventures, completing an energising holiday. As the year comes to a close, take time to plan your next wellness adventure by exploring our weight loss holidays to unveil your best self.

For more information and booking: The Retreat Costa Rica
As you look ahead to 2026, ensure you carve out worthwhile time to focus on yourself, embrace self-care techniques and remain active.
Consider combining these on one of our bespoke luxury wellness retreats and speak to one of our Wellness Travel Specialists today on 0203 397 8891 or contact us here to discuss tailor-making your perfect wellness holiday.
Whether you are experiencing stress from work, an injury or just feeling the pressures of life, these luxury stress management wellness breaks are designed to take the weight off. Stress leads to falling into bad habits such as unhealthy diet and agitated sleep patterns, so it is vital to take time for yourself when you feel overwhelmed. These luxury de-stress holidays offer life-changing treatments and mindfulness techniques, leaving you with expert knowledge on how to manage stress. Whether you desire a medical spa or inner wellness, this luxury guide will lead you to a new life where stress is easily handled.
In today's fast-paced world, burnout has become an increasingly common wellness concern, affecting both mind and body. This state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion develops when chronic stress goes unmanaged, leading to decreased productivity, emotional detachment, and health challenges. Burnout can impact your mental performance, your physical well-being and overall happiness levels. Understanding its signs is the first step toward reclaiming your well-being. Wellness holidays for burnout recovery target the issue from the root, ensuring a complete well-being turnaround. Our luxury wellness retreats can help improve your energy levels and improve your performance within the workplace.
As we begin paying more attention to our well-being, more individuals are discovering the profound impact of luxury wellness retreats for mental health and addiction. With 1 in 4 adults in the UK experiencing mental health problems, it is important for us to notice what your body and mind really need. Embarking on a tailored wellness retreat can assist you in processing symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma and addiction. We've carefully curated transformative spa and wellness retreats that combine luxury therapies with specialised life coaching treatments. These emotional healing holidays provide recovery via thoughtful selections of activities and coaching sessions. Allow yourself the space to heal with world-class wellness experts, all whilst surrounded by nature's restorative power.
Read more: Best Luxury Spa and Wellness Retreats for Mental Health and Addiction
In the pursuit of wellness, picking the right luxury wellness retreat is an important yet tricky decision. Two of the most popular routes people choose to go down when looking to make a big change in their lives are weight loss holidays and detox retreats. Both offer distinct paths to health, each with unique benefits tailored to specific wellness goals. While both aim to improve overall well-being, they differ in their approaches to optimal health.
Read more: Choosing Between a Weight Management and a Detox Retreat
With so many options for a luxury wellness holiday, it can be hard to understand which one is the perfect fit for your goals. From nutrition-focused retreats that revolutionise your relationship with food to luxurious spa breaks that prioritise deep relaxation, how do you choose? Each luxury wellness retreat type offers unique benefits tailored to specific wellness goals. Understanding these distinctions isn't just about making a booking decision; it's about aligning your wellness holiday with the transformation you truly seek.
Read more: Understanding the Different Types of Wellness Retreats
In today's fast-paced world, the pursuit of wellness and uninterrupted relaxation has become more precious than ever. Our collection of the world's best luxurious adult-only wellness spa retreats offers the perfect destinations for busy adults to rest. From the foothills of the Himalayas to the shores of Thailand, these adults-only retreats provide first-class wellness and medical treatments. Each luxury destination promises an environment free from distractions, where solo travellers and couples can focus entirely on their wellness. Tailor-made for adults who crave reconnection and luxury in total peace, embark on a healthy break to one of our top luxury adult-only wellness hotels.
Read more: The Best Adult-Only Luxury Wellness Spa Hotels in the World
Our Insider Interview series sees us speak to one of the team at one of the many wellness retreats we send our clients to. Ben Karoonkornsakul is the Founder of Absolute Sanctuary in Thailand, specialising in integrative wellness and holistic transformations. With several years of spa and wellness experience, Ben is passionate about promoting a healthy, balanced and fit lifestyle. She has an impressive background, having worked in finance and pivoting her career to suit her true passions in wellness. Enthusiastic about fitness and healing, Ben actively contributes to transforming the minds and bodies of guests at this luxury wellness retreat in Koh Samui.
Read more: Insider Interview with Ms Benjaporn Karoonkornsakul, Founder of Absolute Sanctuary
Our furry companions have been proven to significantly reduce stress levels and promote cardiovascular health through their calming presence. Why not bring your four-legged friend with you on your luxury spa holiday for the ultimate relaxing experience? Our selection of luxury dog-friendly spa retreats allows you to experience wellness treatments and holistic therapies while keeping your beloved pet close. From state-of-the-art fitness facilities to tranquil poolside relaxation, these luxury well-being resorts ensure both you and your canine companion receive VIP treatment. Our luxury wellness spa retreats maintain specific policies regarding four-legged guests, including exclusive pet-friendly suites and tailored services that may require advance arrangements or additional security deposits.
Read more: The Best Luxury Dog-Friendly Spa Hotels in the World
Our Insider Interview series sees us speak to one of the team at one of the many luxury wellness retreats we offer and send clients to. Jamilya Sahin is the Wellness Director at Six Senses Kaplankaya in Turkey, specialising in luxury spa management. With 15 years of spa and wellness experience, Jamilya is passionate about promoting a sustainable healthy living approach. She has an impressive background, having worked with a variety of prestigious brands in Dubai, Kazakhstan and Turkey. Passionate about improving guest experiences, Jamilya actively contributes to enriching the holistic wellness experience at this luxury wellness retreat.
Read more: Insider Interview with Jamilya Sahin, Wellness Director at Six Senses Kaplankaya
Our Insider Interview series sees us speak to one of the team at one of the many retreats we have the privilege of working with and sending clients to. Josué Rosa is the Fitness Supervisor at Pine Cliffs in Portugal, overseeing a wide range of activities from high-intensity interval training to yoga & pilates. With 20 years of fitness experience, Josué is passionate about ensuring each guest achieves their goals whilst providing a fun and motivating experience. He has an impressive background, from being a military fitness instructor to holding training sessions at multiple resorts across Portugal.
Read more: Insider Interview with Josué Rosa, Fitness Supervisor at Pine Cliffs Resort
Wellness Experts
Interviews from leading health and fitness professionals from around the world to explore a wealth of knowledge in their areas of expertise.