Wellness Retreats

Instead of a guilt inducing holiday spent over indulging, choose a luxury health retreat and give your body the best present it’s had in years. We all welcome the relaxation time that a holiday promises, but on a health retreat you gain the opportunity not only to relax, but the chance to take charge of your neglected well-being goals, and return home with benefits that will long outlast your tan.

With so many retreats to choose from, it can be difficult to determine which retreats are truly authentic. Here at Health and Fitness Travel we have spent years trying, testing and researching all kinds of wellness escapes from Ayurvedic and mindfulness to yoga and digital detox to decipher which retreats are the most trustworthy. Thankfully, we can assure our clients that during any one of our healthy holidays, they will have the time to rest, focus on themselves and release any built-up stress causing mental exhaustion. Under the guidance of highly trained wellness experts, guests can feel assured that they will leave their holiday with the mental clarity and sense of purpose they’ve been searching for. So, without further ado, here are 6 authentic wellness retreats that are loved and trusted by us. 

When we travel, we open the door to positive change and endless new possibilities. Travelling to our planet’s most illustrious destinations on one of our life-changing solo wellness trips will connect you to stunning nature, diverse culture and new ways of thinking, sparking a new-found creativity and energy within you.

In the 21st Century, all tourists seek unique travel experiences, tailored to their needs. But are all travel operators providing sustainable, accessible, and inclusive destinations that allow people to enjoy their holidays without hindrance? There are 13.9 million people living with a disability in the UK. That’s 20% of the population – which means 1 in 5 customers are likely to have a long-term health condition that impacts their day-to-day lives. Championing wellness for everyone, we have extensively researched and put together our accessible travel offering to helptravellers make informed decisions about where to go when it comes to booking awellness holiday that caters for their unique needs. 

With solo female travel rapidly on the rise, there has never been a better way to celebrate International Women’s Day than with a wellness retreat. Discover the best female-only wellness retreats worldwide for solo travel. From relaxing on the glistening shores of the Algarve with an immersive yoga experience, to increasing your fitness on an intensive bootcamp overlooking the striking Thai mountains, these exclusive health and fitness retreats are guaranteed to enlighten and empower every woman.

With one in three people now prioritising wellness on holiday and a five-fold increase in Google searches for ‘solo female travel’ in the last five years, it's safe to say that there's a demand for all-encompassing wellness retreats that cater to women's needs.

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.

It’s a common misconception that wellness holidays are only for the affluent and elite, but this couldn’t be farther from the truth! With our collection of incredibleaffordable healthy retreats in glamourous destinations such as Spain and Turkey, it’s more than possible to work on yourself without breaking the bank. After all, investing in wellness and self-care is investing in yourself!  

Discover the perfect harmony between personal well-being and environmental care with eco-friendly wellness retreats, where luxury meets sustainability. These 5 luxury wellness retreats are designed for conscious travellers seeking to heal mind, body and planet through holistic experiences rooted in nature. From organic cuisine and renewable energy to mindful yoga sessions and eco-spa therapies, each eco-friendly wellness retreat promotes rejuvenation while preserving the environment. Ideal for those craving balance and purpose, these sustainable wellness escapes offer a deeper kind of luxury – one that nurtures inner peace and planetary health. Explore how eco-friendly wellness holidays are redefining modern travel with mindful living and restorative harmony. 

Vietnam & Portugal: Six Senses

Six Senses in Vietnam and Portugal set the global standard for eco-friendly luxury wellness retreats, blending sustainability with holistic wellbeing. Nestled in breathtaking natural landscapes, each resort is designed to harmonise with its surroundings, using renewable energy, organic cuisine, and sustainable architecture. Guests can enjoy mindfulness activities, yoga, meditation, and spa therapies that restore balance while caring for the planet. Whether overlooking Vietnam’s pristine bays or Portugal’s serene vineyards, Six Senses offers transformative wellness experiences that rejuvenate mind and body. Perfect for conscious travellers, these luxury wellness retreats redefine sustainable living – proving that true wellbeing nurtures both you and the Earth. 

For more information and booking: Six Senses

Maldives: COMO Maalifushi

Set in the pristine Thaa Atoll, COMO Maalifushi is a world-class, eco-friendly luxury wellness retreat in the Maldives, offering a serene escape surrounded by turquoise waters and coral reefs. Designed with sustainability in mind, the resort features eco-conscious villas, organic dining, and marine conservation initiatives. Guests can enjoy yoga, meditation, holistic spa therapies, and ocean-based wellness experiences that nurture both body and soul. Ideal for travellers seeking a mindful relaxation yoga holiday COMO Maalifushi combines barefoot luxury with environmental responsibility. This exceptional wellness retreat embodies harmony, balance, and sustainable wellbeing – creating a restorative sanctuary that heals you while protecting the natural beauty of the planet. 

For more information and booking: COMO Maalifushi

Costa Rica: The Retreat

Nestled in the lush mountains of Atenas, The Retreat Costa Rica is an award-winning eco-friendly luxury wellness retreat designed to rejuvenate mind, body and spirit. Founded by wellness expert Diana Stobo, the retreat blends sustainable living with holistic healing through organic cuisine, nature immersion, yoga, and mindfulness practices. Guests enjoy panoramic views, spa therapies, and personalised wellness programmes that promote emotional balance and inner peace. As a leading wellness retreat, The Retreat Costa Rica embodies conscious luxury – using eco-friendly materials, solar energy, and farm-to-table dining.  This sustainable sanctuary offers the perfect escape for travellers seeking transformative, planet-friendly wellbeing.

For more information and booking: The Retreat

Turkey: Six Senses Kaplankaya

Discover a new era of luxury at Six Senses Kaplankaya, Turkey’s premier eco-friendly wellness retreat. Nestled on the stunning Aegean coastline, this sanctuary seamlessly blends sustainability with indulgence. Guests enjoy world-class spa therapies, organic cuisine, and mindful movement classes—all designed to rejuvenate body and mind while honouring the environment. Solar-powered villas, zero-waste initiatives, and locally sourced ingredients underscore a commitment to healing both you and the planet. At Six Senses Kaplankaya, luxury is redefined as conscious living, where every restorative experience leaves a lighter footprint and a lasting sense of well-being.

For more information and booking: Six Senses Kaplankaya

Sri Lanka: Santani Wellness resort

Experience luxury reimagined at Santani Wellness Resort, Sri Lanka’s leading eco-friendly sanctuary. Tucked away amid lush mountains and tea estates, Santani offers a harmonious blend of sustainable living and holistic wellness. Guests unwind in minimalist, open-air villas designed to immerse you in nature’s serenity, while enjoying personalized spa therapies, yoga, and nourishing farm-to-table cuisine. Every detail—from rainwater harvesting to natural ventilation—reflects a deep commitment to the environment. At Santani, luxury means mindful escapes that nurture both your well-being and the planet, creating a transformative retreat where sustainability and indulgence walk hand in hand.

For more information and booking: Santani Wellness resort

Explore our eco-friendly wellness retreats with one of our Wellness Travel Specialists by calling 0203 397 8891 or contacting ushere  to discuss tailor-making your perfect wellness holiday.

With Mother's Day just around the corner, we're sharing the best wellness breaks to gift health-conscious mums for future travel. What better a Mother’s Day gift than a post-pandemic wellness escape? With our wellness travel gift cards that can be gifted now and redeemed later, you can treat your much-loved mum to a relaxing wellness holiday to destress and revitalise the body when travel restrictions ease. All holidays are protected by our book with confidence policy for extra peace of mind. From a mountain escape in Greece to a beach retreat in Portugal, these wellness breaks offer respite for hard-working and much-loved mums. Here are the top 5 wellness breaks in the UK and Europe for the perfect Mother’s Day gift.

I have been writing for Health and Fitness Travel for almost a year now, it seemed like a fitting time to share a bit more about myself and how I ended up where I am today. 

As the year draws to a close, many are being bitten by the desire for change. The final holiday of the year can be a heavy week or two of over-eating and under-exercising. For a break with a difference, commit to creating a new you with a healthy holiday of self-improvement. Life-Coaching Retreats do more than your average holiday; they aim to change, to reset and recalibrate every part of your life. All the strands that are necessary for productive living are brought together for a comprehensive enhancement in one health focused package. Following your retreat, you’ll be readily equipped with the psychological tools to carry your progress forward. With guidance from the life-coaching experts, you’ll find your way to a fresh start and a reinvigorated you. Let’s explore our recommended life-coaching retreats for 2021:

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, 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.

Spa-induced wellness holidays don’t always have to come from far-flung destinations around the globe such as Thailand, Mauritius or Bali. Now, although those are fantastic choices, there are also options a little closer to home here in the UK. For those who perhaps are unable to travel long-distance or those that want a quick and convenient shot of wellness, these luxury spa retreats in the UK are the perfect answer. There has been a shift in the mentality of travellers after the COVID-19 pandemic that has swept across the UK and beyond. Rather than a ‘generic resort’, many are seeking authentic rejuvenation with holistic treatments and bespoke therapies having seen the importance of maintaining a strong physical and mental disposition. Explore our list of the best British Spa hotels where you don’t have to stress about travel restrictions and PCR tests! 

Yes, you can travel again! It is time to explore new horizons and put the Covid- 19 chaos behind you. We are all relishing the recent move by the UK government to allow those who have been doubly vaccinated to enjoy quarantine-free travel upon their return to the UK from amber list countries! We’ve seen a huge rise in enquiries and bookings for wellness holidays, which reflects all of our eagerness to go abroad, explore and relax while pursuing a healthier lifestyle. Whether you’re jetting off solo on a singles holiday or with the whole family, stamp your passports and make every moment a memory.

The cost-of-living crisis is putting a strain on everyone’s budgeting, with even butter costing an arm and a leg, holidays may be the last thing on your mind. However, is a wellness trip away to focus on your health and get a well-deserved break not what you need the most?! Everyone deserves a replenishing healthy holiday, hence why we have curated a list of the mostaffordable wellness retreats in Europe! Being in Europe they’re not too far to travel to, so no matter if you are looking for a long weekend with minimal time off work or a proper break, each of these are budget-friendly whilst also being easy to get to. 

Spring is traditionally a time of renewal in nature, so why not for you too? We’ve put together our top 5 wellness retreats to visit this spring to help you renew and keep your wellness goals on track. Studies by winter.com show that Spring is the perfect time to refocus on your health. Here are our top 5 picks forspring wellness retreats: 

Thinking about somewhere to travel to this year? Why not explore theUK and experience all the amazing natural beauty and great experiences that are just waiting to be discovered. Take a plunge into the wealth of activities the UK has to offer. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie, fitness fanatic or even craving a relaxingspa retreat, there’s plenty for all sorts of people, with all sorts of healthy aspirations! Here we will delve into some of the top UK wellness retreats, where they’re located and what sort-after benefits they can bring you.  

It is so often that we hear of people taking “mental health” days or breaks - but what does this actually mean? For some, this can mean a relaxing day on the couch or a simple day off! At Health and Fitness Travel, ourwellness holidays are structured and are multi-faceted. The purpose of a mental health retreat is to detoxify the mind and body of stress and tension, and each element of our retreats has a significant effect on your mental health.