2024 could very well be THE year of Wellness Travel! Our Wellness Retreats Guide helps you find the wellness retreats that works best for you.
Keep scrolling for a list of upcoming retreats, but first we’d like to define Wellness Retreats.
According to the Wellness Tourism Association, in today’s world, the term Wellness Retreat has two definitions:
#1 A Wellness Retreat is a guided, intention-driven, multi-day program with a set or semi-set schedule, and hosted by one or more facilitators. The program may include learning and lifestyle workshops such as meditation and healthy eating, as well as fitness activities such as yoga, nature walks and hiking.
#2 A Wellness Retreat is a smaller facility with accommodations and hospitality services, and where the primary purpose is to provide programs and experience for the Wellness Traveler. The facility may have fewer wellness activities, services and facilities than a Wellness Resort.
With this new Travel to Wellness Retreats Guide, we are embracing definition #1: “A guided, intention-driven, multi-day program with a set or semi-set schedule, and hosted by one or more facilitators.”
The following is a list of Wellness Retreats, with descriptions, dates and links to more info and/or how to book. Hoping you find the perfect fit! Here’s a list of questions and considerations to help you do just that.
WELLNESS RETREATS 2024
As of today, here are the top Wellness Retreats that have come to our attention:
ZihFit, Zihautanejo, Mexico – Scheduled retreats between August 2024 and March 2025
Nestled in the serene landscapes of Zihuatanejo, ZihFit Retreat offers a variety of multiple-day retreats. Find out about their Wellness Program plus all wellness retreats
Dominican Republic, Melia Punta Cana Beach – August 22 – 25
Connecting with Nature” by Melia Punta Cana Beach & Kira Montagu we will be hosting this August 22 to 25, 2024 at Melia Punta Cana Beach A Wellness Inclusive Resort Adults Only. More info on this wellness retreat
Cooking like a Pro with Pritikin -Scheduled retreats between August and December
Learn to create a variety of Pritikin-approved dishes in this hands-on culinary workshop series led by Pritikin’s Executive Chef. August 4-11, September 8-15, November 24-30 (Thanksgiving), December 15-22 (Holiday Meals). More on these healthy culinary workshops
Portugal, The Douro & Serra da Estrela – August 10-19 + May 3-10 & May 10th-17th, 2025
Terra and Tu offers Wellness Wine and Exploration in Portugal’
Gotta Dance at the Ranch™ – August 11-16
Looking to unleash the dancer in you. Experience doesn’t matter. Gotta Dance is one of the most popular events at Canyon Ranch Tucson. More info on the music and movement retreat.
Lakes and Dales of England – September 1 – 9
Join a small group and explore Britain’s fantastic National Parks, the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. Spend part of the trip in a fantastic British Manor House with gardens and a private chef. Enjoy hiking, a visit with the famous Herdwick sheep, experience Michelin gastro-pubs and and partake in wellness activities such as meditation, star gazing and massage. Kathryn Schutz, a Wellness Tourism Association member, will be leading this trip of 14 people. More on this wellness trip
Wellness, wine and adventure in the heart of Italy – September 7-14 and 14-21
Terra and Tu is offering this Tuscany Wellness Adventure.
Hike Week in Blue Ridge Mountains – November 3 – 10
You can refresh your relationship with the great outdoors at Skyterra’s November Hike Week, featuring unique outings for the devoted hiker. Experience nature-centered activities, unique destinations, wilderness education, and more. Spend a week in the Blue Ridge Mountains and experience the best of what Western North Carolina has to offer. More on Skyterra
Mindful running a wellness retreat in the Sonoran Desert – November 14 – 17
Check with us often as we continue to round up other wellness retreats and tours for you.
Considering other dates for your Wellness Vacations and Wellness Retreats?
Alba Wellness Valley
At Alba Wellness Valley, you can choose from our two ongoing nonstop weekly Retreats: Detox Yourself and Healing Yourself Retreat. Nestled in the foothills of the Thanh Tan Mountain Range, Vietnam, a short drive from the ancient citadel of Hue, Alba Wellness Valley by Fusion, is a haven of tranquility and an ideal destination for achieving both physical and mental wellbeing. Home to mineral rich hot springs, Japanese Onsen baths, landscaped gardens, this “sanctuary of serenity” offers luxury accommodation and an environment in which to relax and recharge. Retreat Yourself Info
Canyon Ranch Lenox, Massachusetts
Canyon Ranch Lenox has the perfect program for all your concerns may it be weightloss, personal discovery, soul reconnection or simply finding your true joy. The retreat is available whenever you are. You can book packages for 3, 5 or 7 nights all-inclusive of up to 10 curated services fit for your needs. More info on Canyon Ranch Lenox.
Canyon Ranch Tucson, Arizona
Canyon Ranch Tucson, AZ promises an overall well-being of mind, body and spirit. They know exactly how to make a lasting impact on both spiritual and physical health. They offer a range of more than 35 different daily activities. You’ll also have access to expert guidance when it comes to your fitness and nutrition. This retreat adjusts to your schedule and events too. More information on Canyon Ranch Tucson.
Canyon Ranch Woodside, California
Canyon Ranch Woodside offers a line-up of programs available on different dates suited for different types of people. Enjoy a range of activities that allow you to disconnect from stress and harness your mind and body connection all in the comfort of California’s haven. More information on Canyon Ranch Woodside
Pritikin Health Resort, Miami
With ”medically-based” one singular point of distinction, Pritikin’s one-week and longer all-inclusive programs, can be the perfect and sometimes much needed wellness retreat for those with weight related, heart disease, Diabetes 2 and high blood pressure issues- but there are also many who go for prevention and to make a lifestyle change for the better. More on Pritikin Health Resort. Here’s our first hand look at Pritikin.
Skyterra Wellness, North Carolina
With a wide variety of health-promoting and personal enrichment activities, Skyterra aims to make a difference in people’s lives by demonstrating healthy, enjoyable and sustainable lifestyle changes. Retreats are customizable to everything you like from self-care, fitness and even your own adventure. If you want to know more, visit Skyterra Wellness
The Farm San Benito, The Philippines
Medically-supervised, all-inclusive multi-day programs at The Farm San Benito in the Philippines include Immune Intelligence, Intro to Detox, Holistic Detox Cleanse, Weight Management, Yoga & Raw Food Retreats, Mental Health Retreat and a host of others. You’ll find all retreats listed here
The Ranch Malibu, California
This retreat offers Immersive, results-oriented programs based on the principles of endurance, nutrition and wellness. Enjoy a luxurious week in nature while rejuvenating your mind and body all at the same time. The Ranch Malibu has a multitude of wellness packages to choose from that can go for as long as 9 days. Plan your adventure on your preferred dates through their website.
We’ll add more options for wellness retreats as they come to our attention. Check with us any time you are looking for wellness retreats. And, if you have a particular wellness retreat you want to bring to our attention for possible inclusion just email us at editor@traveltowellness.com
