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Stand up paddleboarding is one of the fastest growing water sports for so many reasons and it is becoming increasingly accessible on watersports holidays. It is a brilliant way to get in shape while having fun! It offers a full-body workout, which can burn more calories in an hour than most sports as it combines strength, balance, core and endurance. You’ll most certainly build up your tan and look even more radiant on and off the water. Being around large bodies of water can be incredibly calming, therefore paddling along while soaking up the natural surroundings is meditative.

Releasing the stress of work and school is what a holiday is all about. A European spa break is a great opportunity to rest and recuperate, to regather after a stressful term or a high-pressure month of work. A relaxing wellness getaway is no longer just for couples, family spa holidays in Europe are becoming more popular. They provide the relaxation of a spa retreat with the fun of a family holiday. These breaks are an opportunity for personal betterment and for a rare feeling of freshness. At Health and Fitness Travel, the wellness travel specialists, we have compiled a list of the best luxury family spa holidays in Europe. Our guide will help you to decide on a break that’s right for your family.

With Mother’s Day fast approaching on 10th March,we’ve meticulously selected the best Mother’s Daywellness retreats for healthier Mums, so you can take full advantage, treating her whilst simultaneously caring for every aspect of Mum’s health. With a luxurious wellness stay inLithuania from £370 to an awe-inspiring adventure toAustria from £1,700, we have offerings to cater for a diverse range of budgets, ensuring there’s a healthy break for all to enjoy on this Mother’s Day. Whether it’s a serene snowy retreat in a captivating treehouse resort nestled in the Dolomites ofItaly or a lavish pampering spa experience in the sunny Algarve ofPortugal, discover the perfect luxury wellness break away this Mother’s Day.  

We’re very excited to announce 6 newwellness holidays for 2024, further adding to our extensive luxury health retreats. Offering well-being enthusiasts more choice than ever and catering to every kind of health and fitness aspiration, there’s now an even greater range of leading wellness retreats to benefit from all around the world. With a mystical 7 night wellness getaway toGreece from £640 to a visit at one of the world’s leading medical resorts inMexico from £7,000, our latest selection of heathy holidays accommodate various budgets helping as many people to live healthier and happier lives into 2024 and beyond. 

If your dream getaway involves a spa holiday, tanzanite blue pools, breath-taking scenery and delectable dishes, along with some high-end cosmetic pampering to return home an even more beautiful and healthy, then you need a luxury spa holiday with a twist. The medical clinic sector in travel is ever-growing and it ticks all the boxes of a luxury escape along with state-of-the-art facilities, the best medical experts and you get to focus on yourself with non-invasive cosmetic treatments.

Stress is not necessarily a bad thing.  After all, it’s because of this distinctive ability to feel stress that our species have survived for billions of years. It triggers our ‘fight or flight’ response whenever we’re under attack or in the brink of danger, keeping us safe from potential threats. However, when left unchecked, stress becomes overwhelming – leading to a host of mental and physical problems that may consequently be detrimental to our health.

If you’re after a solo break away in Portugal, then escape to one of the best singles holidays in Portugal so you can focus on your well-being whilst meeting other solo travellers who are looking to enjoy the same experience. Taking some ‘me’ time is healthy once in a while, so embrace your independence and learn more about yourself. Soak up the Portuguese sun and let your eyes feast upon beautiful scenery that will satisfy your wanderlust. Whether it’s a surfing, tennis or yoga holiday, push yourself to achieve your goals on your singles holiday and have fun along the way.

The art of acupuncture has been practiced for over two millennia, in which time it has built a substantial reputation as a leading alternative therapy. With the simple,  non-invasive application of delicate needles, all manner of uncomfortable or life-altering conditions can be eased. Many mental illnesses, like anxiety and depression, can be treated through acupuncture’s gentle stimulation of the nerve endings. The symptoms of physical conditions such as migraines can likewise be dramatically lessened, including muscular issues like hypertension, chronic pain and menstrual cramps.

In a world full of distractions, it has never been more important to take time out and reconnect with yourself, and what better way to do this than on a relaxing wellness spa holiday at one of the best spa hotels in the world. Run by expert practitioners within the wellness industry, these spa destinations offer a diverse range of tailored health programmes, combining the perks of a detox holiday, as well as fitness, weight loss and sleep-enhancement solutions. With a variety of approaches, treatments and classes, these luxury spa retreats are sure to leave you feeling relaxed and invigorated. So, whether you fancy a spa break a little closer to home on the golden beaches of the Mediterranean, or prefer to venture to the deep blue waters of the Caribbean, we’ve rounded up the best spa holidays to completely relax the mind and leave your troubles at home.

The best holidays are those that give you the opportunity to explore new and exciting environments and experience new activities that you otherwise may never have had the opportunity to enjoy. Europe is home to some of the best luxury water sports holidays and resorts in the world, from the heart of the Mediterranean to the south coast of England Europe has no shortage of beautiful natural coastline just waiting to be explored by adventure hungry travellers who aren’t afraid to get their hair wet.

Let us walk you through some of the best water sports themed holidays in Europe.

If you’ve been suffering from symptoms of stress, anxiety, or depression, the world can seem like an intimidating and isolating place. But there is no need to shut yourself away, as a wellness recovery holiday could be needed after suffering from stress-induced burnouts by offering a de-stressing escape in secluded and peaceful spa destinations worldwide.

“I’m just too busy, I can’t take time off work”. The notion of being too busy, not wanting to miss out on opportunities, piling more work on to colleagues or the judgement of superiors are just some of the reasons why we are working late, skipping lunch and passing on annual leave that could be spent relaxing on holiday or embarking on longer term wellness sabbaticals. 

Juice cleanses have been the subject of much controversy in recent years, with many professing the physical and mental health benefits and observing an increase in energy levels, improvement in digestion and an overall heightened sense of well-being, whilst others express doubt and cynicism. Here are some of the pros and cons of a juice cleanse retreat.

In the wonderful world of luxury travel and tourism you come across some interesting holidays that combine seemingly disparate niches to form holidays of questionable appeal. However, the overlap between golfing and spa holidays certainly doesn’t fit into this category, combining all the benefits of a golfing retreat and a spa retreat allows a respite for you to indulge yourself and relax in between long sessions honing your skills on the course making you a more formidable golfing opponent ready to give your golfing buddies a run for their money.

If this sounds appealing to you, you’re in luck because there are some many luxury resorts in the world that fit the description perfectly, let us walk you through a few of our top spa and sports retreats picks for golfers. 

The increasing prevalence of remote work and tighter social distancing measures has created a new travel trend; instead of working from home, wellness enthusiasts are taking wellness holidays abroad where they can work remotely while pursuing healthy activities. At Health and Fitness Travel, we have seen an increase in clients wanting to leave the living room and carry on working remotely from holiday.

GAs we continue to fight against current and future viruses, our well-being and immunity is more important than ever, and a wellness retreat could give your mind and body the reboot it needs. These physical and emotional healing retreats give you expert advice from doctors, nutritionists, and personal trainers to help kickstart your post-pandemic wellness journey.

Home to charming traditional villages, stunning mountain hillsides and long stretches of golden sands, Portugal’sstriking and diverse landscape provides the perfect backdrop to rejuvenate on a luxury spa holiday. Whether you retreat to the infamous Algarve coastline or the peaceful pine forests of Portugal’s nature reserves, soak up the sunshine whilst enhancing your well-being with rejuvenating spa treatments and wellness therapies.

While the nation continues to fight for a sense of normality in the global pandemic, one thing has been made very clear, our personal health and well-being has never been more important. With a New Year comes new opportunities, so why not find yourself a rejuvenating singles holiday for 2021, to help revive your mind, body and soul in the wake of such chaos. Whether it’s a well-earned escape from quarantine in the serenity of the Italian Alps, a wellness singles holiday to Thailand to lose the lockdown pounds, or a quick solo retreat escape to the tranquil Yorkshire countryside to find your independence again, why not give your body the freedom and wellness that it deserves on a singles holiday.

Helping animal lovers get closer to nature whilst using their precious holiday time to enhance their well-being, Health and Fitness Travel, the leading experts in wellness holidays worldwide, share their inspired collection of wellness holidays for animal lovers. From a wellness spa safari in South Africa, to an active horse riding escape in Utah’s Red Mountains, holidaymakers will love combining the experience of unforgettable animal encounters with revitalising wellness activities.

In recent years solo traveling has been growing in popularity, and for good reason, solo travel gives the individual an unobstructed freedom to choose the best holiday for them individually and maximise their personal experience. Anyone who has had input in planning a holiday with friends will be able to tell you that satisfying everyone’s unique needs and interests is an uphill battle, the outcome of which is compromise. But sometimes compromise isn’t good enough and we need to focus on our own needs. Going on holiday by yourself allows you to do you – with no compromise!

Visiting a country by yourself can be the best way to experience it, let us walk you through some of the most popular destinations for single person travellers to help you kick start your solo travel journey.