This summer, Chiva-Som in Hua Hin, Thailand features different weekly programs called Summer Journeys. Designed to explore various life challenges in intimate groups of no more 15 people, each of these group retreats will cover specific topics to include areas such as women’s & men’s health, the balance of life, the mind, relationships, inspiration, creativity, culinary health, and [...]

Set in the spectacular Barahuco mountains overlooking the azure Caribbean sea, the Dominican Republic’s eco-luxe Casa Bonita Tropical Lodge is offering a groundbreaking Holistic Rebirth Package for eco-conscious travelers seeking the ultimate, rejuvenating spa-cation. Nestled in a lush jungle oasis, the boutique, 12-room, family owned property offers the ultimate in green luxury and features its own electricity producing hydro plant, [...]

With Mayan healersreviving ancient Meso-American herbalist tradition in a tranquil seaside setting, Hotel Esencia’s eco-luxe Aroma Spa, the first organic spa in the Riviera Maya, is offering a new personalized eight-day spa experience to appeal to travelers with varying types and degrees of ailments. The stunning property and former retreat of the heiress to the Ferrari fortune sits on over [...]

How many of us want to change the way we eat? How many of us want more peace and happiness in our lives? Did we know the two are connected? Are we willing to learn new ways of eating guilt-free food? Are we willing to let go of destructive negative patterns of thinking that keep us bonded in our misery? [...]

Soul Sanctuaries, a new luxury wellness travel company launches this week in Hong Kong. They offer Yoga and Meditation Retreats, Detox, Weight Loss and Fitness Holidays and Spa Breaks in stunning locations across Asia. Think Private Island Self-Healing Retreats or Buddhist Rinpoche’s in residence at Borobudur. Their ‘Give a Little Soul’ program also ensures part of every booking goes directly [...]

SpaFinder® Wellness reveals its 10th annual Trends Report, which forecasts top trends that will impact the spa and wellness industry and shape consumer experiences around the globe. The full 60+-page report, including an analysis of factors influencing each trend and examples of early trend adopters, was released on January 15, 2013. Susie Ellis, president of SpaFinder Wellness and industry expert, noted [...]

Could there be a better gift for you own self and your beloved ones than the gift of total health and wellbeing? Experience the unique combination of Eastern holistic healing systems and Western medicine at Tao Garden Health Spa & Resort in Thailand. Tao Garden is a sanctuary of many dimensions. Created by world renowned Qi Gong, Taoist Inner Alchemy Practice [...]

Ayurveda is an ancient holistic health system — not only can it keep you healthy and balanced, but also treat a huge list of ailments. Sri Lanka’s authentic Barberyn Ayurveda Resorts include Barberyn Reef, located in Beruwala and Barberyn Beach, located in Weligama. Barberyn Resorts provide all the advantages of a resort hotel with the facilities of a professional Ayurvedic health [...]

Nestled in the Dominican Republic’s pristine southwestern Bahoruco Forest, Casa Bonita Tropical Lodge’s Tanama Eco Spa is offering brand new Temazcal Taino Steam Baths to detoxify the body and clear the mind. Designed to awaken the senses in accordance with nature, the mystical treatments are ideal for spa enthusiasts seeking a relaxing escape into ancient prehispanic cultural tradition. Made of [...]

Looking for a yoga holiday with a difference? Wanting to gain inner balance? Find your centre via yoga and clay! Fivelements luxury healing resort in Bali is launching a new retreat programme, Finding Centre. Designed to help the guests find their spiritual and emotional centre, this retreat offers a unique combination of balancing yoga practice, meditation and creative potter’s wheel [...]