ESCAPE TO ONE OF THESE LUXURY RETREATS, GUARANTEED TO PROVIDE YOU WITH A WELL-NEEDED DETOX AND START THE YEAR AS YOU MEAN TO GO ON.
ONE & ONLY PALMILLA
This ultra-luxury resort is situated on the edge of the stunning Baja Peninsula is north west Mexico. For 2019 the resort has partnered with Wanderwell, a curator of transformational wellness journeys, for a series of exclusive retreats encompassing yoga, meditation, clean eating and holistic wellbeing. The New Year, New You packages invite visitors to reconnect with themselves, leading to rejuvenation and transformation. The programme features movement, meditation, workshops, nutritious meals and treatments for the mind, body and soul. The resort is designed to blend the vibrancy, culture and spiritual traditions of Mexico with the art of mindful living. Take yourself away from it all with the 3-day retreat that will reduce your stress levels and teach you much about the local culture. If you have time, dine at a Michelin star restaurant or visit the luxury spa then explore the local area being chauffeured all-terrain or on horseback or going whale-watching on a private cruise – you’re guaranteed to come home feeling completely rejuvenated.
AL BALEED RESORT SALALAH BY ANANTARA
A little closer to home you’ll find the Al Baleed Resort Salalah by Anantara. Situated in the colourful Omani destination this luxury private pool villa resort offers a unique wellness programme. Balance Wellness by Anantara is designed to offer a transformative travel experience. The three-tiered programme allows you to choose how active you want to be ranging from very active classes and activities to relaxing treatments and de-stressing sessions. Choose from three, five and seven-day programmes that are combined with an a la carte meal programme to help you get in shape and feel great from the outside in. The resort also specialises in Shirodhara; an Ayurvedic therapy that focuses on the head yet harmonises your entire being. A soothing and invigorating Indian head massage nurtures holistic harmony. Heated herbal oils are poured onto the forehead. The continuous warm stream creates an altered state of consciousness bringing a deep and welcoming sense of relaxation. Other treatments offered include Abhyanga; a healing massage that restores balance; Tibetan Ku Nye Massage; a treatment that’s highly effective in alleviating pressure. Or try the Kundalini massage that provides a soothing and restorative experience to awaken the mind and bring a state of awareness.
SHA WELLNESS CLINIC
Probably one of the most famous detox clinics in the world, SHA Wellness Clinic has seen dozens of VIPs and celebrities pass through its doors. Situated in southern Spain SHA Wellness Clinic has a 360 medical approach to wellbeing and health. There is a focus on both the body and mind using a combination of ancient oriental techniques and the latest technology and advances in medicine. The mission is to produce a positive, nourishing and long-lasting change in wellbeing. The SHA method is unlike any other in the world with results being established through an incredibly wide variety of treatments, consultancy and medicines whereby programs are meticulously prepared aligned to the needs of each individual. The resort features state-of-the-art treatment facilities, luxury rooms, modern treatment cabins and an all-round relaxing atmosphere and welcoming environment – the perfect place to switch off and focus on you.
COMO SHAMBHALA ESTATE
Located in the lush jungles of Bali, The Como Shambhala Estate focuses on natural detoxification with a personalised programme amongst an incredible setting. On arrival to the estate you will meet with expert wellness consultants who will prescribe a programme of holistic wellness that combines modern science with ancient healing. The estate offers spa therapies, yoga centres, classes, and nutritious cuisine designed to give you a 360 experience. The healthy living philosophy that is promoted at the clinic takes inspiration from mythological roots and the word “Shambhala” refers to a sacred place of bliss – sounds heavenly! Como Shambhala is designed in such a way to help you reach absolute tranquillity by empowering one’s body, mind and spirit. The estate embraces lifelong learning and development encouraging you to continue many aspects of your experience long after you leave the retreat. The experience is not only designed to be pampering but to make you feel empowered, positive, revitalised and nurtured – just what you need after a busy festive period!
SIANJI BODRUM WELL-BEING RESORT
Located on the picturesque coast of Bodrum, the Sianji Bodrum Well-Being Resort offers tranquillity just a stone’s throw away from the hustle and bustle of the town centre. The resort focuses on a combination of pleasure and wellbeing through juice fasting, a raw food diet or a 80/20 Alkaline diet that removes acidic foods from your digestive system. This retreat is for the more determined detox-ers and can be quite hardcore, but the welcoming location helps you relax and it’s very easy to forget about the detox and enjoy the scenic views. It’s not all hard work, the resort has seven swimming pools and beautiful hanging gardens with a selection of uniquely decorated rooms, villas and suites. The resort features massage rooms, a Turkish Bath (you are in Turkey after all), a Finnish bath, Roman bath, sauna, VIP treatment rooms, and much more.
Guests are encourage to tailor-make their experiences to suit their goals. The centre offers various trendy applications such as Ozone therapy, Hydro colon therapy (“Angel of Water” cleansing), Corpo, Colemma, Skin care and Thalasso treatments.
ATLANTIS BY GIARDINO
Atlantis by Giardino in Zurich is offering travellers an Ayurvedic experience with its latest packages. Designed for those looking for a holistic experience to rejuvenate the mind, body and senses. The hotel’s therapeutic and non-medical health programme focuses on total well-being that can be achieved through experience and nutrition. The specialist team has developed courses that cater to a diverse range of body types, physical levels, age, lifestyle and more, so you can choose a package that suits your individual needs. Ayurvedic programmes on offer include; Basic – a programme that uses your medical history and pulse diagnosis to gain information about disharmonies and created a personal consultation. This customised plan includes nutrition guidance, daily yoga, breathing exercises (known as pranayama and meditation. There are also more specialised programmes such as the Ayurveda Detox, Ayurveda for the Musculoskeletal System, and Ayurveda Restart. All programmes include access to the pool, sauna and fitness area.
SAMUJANA
Samujana is the perfect destination for a combination of luxury, spa and well-being. The resort, which is located in Thailand’s resort of Koh Samui, comprises of 24 private villas set up to offer peace of mind. Those looking to improve their overall well-being can created a personal programme with their villa manager. Choose from a range of bespoke services including spa treatments, yoga classes, meditation, one-on-one personal training sessions and a detox menu that can be enjoyed in the comfort of your own villa. You can even try your hand at Thai Kickboxing or Muay Thai – a combat sport. The programmes here are flexible and can be as intense or relaxed as you wish. If your idea of a detox is just to get away from it all Samujana is for you, or if you are looking for something more intense they can accommodate that too. You can also experience a wellness approach based on traditional Thai herbs backed by western expertise, nutritional science and organic living awareness. The programmes on offer feature refreshing and delicious shakes made with medicinal Thai herbs and plants that cleanse and protect your body, whilst providing plenty of nourishment. This methodology is designed to nourish the body and mind during detox, protect your body from oxidative damage from released toxins and promote toxins release in the body. The result is a deep cleansing effect on a cellular level with a gentle, relaxed, harmonious experience. The programmes come with hands-on support from certified naturopaths which include post-program herbal blends and personal online support on wellness and diet.
