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These 25 Idyllic Destinations Are Perfect for Your Next Wellness-Inspired Getaway

It's time to book a restorative retreat in your favorite slice of paradise.

By Lauren Wicks
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While we've worked hard to transform our bathrooms into a spa-like destination, from walk-in showers with all the bells and whistles to vanities full of the most luxurious self-care products, there's nothing like getting away for a few days and enjoying a wellness retreat. While we are all about discovering the romance in our daily lives— like nurturing a vibrant garden or watching the day's last moments of natural light stream in through the window as we enjoy a cocktail—there's nothing like embarking on a vacation to the beach, mountains, jungle, or countryside, even if it's just an hour's drive away.

We've done our research to uncover the world's most luxurious, restorative retreats. From far-flung spa experiences in the Himalayan foothills to immersive road trip-able getaways, these fabulous escapes offer something for every type of rejuvenation-seeker. These incredible wellness retreats will help you recharge your batteries and get some much-deserved R&R.

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Mango House: Seychelles

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Mango House Seychilles

Mango House stretches along the Anse Aux Poules Bleues, a calm bay with crystal-clear waters. Activity-lovers can book a workout session with one of the property's dedicated personal trainers or head to the ocean for kayaking, snorkeling, fishing and more. After a day on the water, visit the wellness sanctuary, anpe, which means "at peace" in Creole. There, you can take in views of the glittering Indian ocean while you receive personalized treatments made with local plants and natural resources.

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Carillon Miami Wellness Resort: Miami, Florida

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Whether you're a snowbird who always heads south for the winter or are just looking for a domestic tropical getaway, Carillon Miami Wellness Resort is an excellent option. This five-star property boasts one of the most comprehensive wellness programs on the East Coast, a pristine stretch of white sand beach, and a 70,000-square-foot spa. The cuisine is also fantastic with four dining venues to choose from, all of which highlight the freshest local produce. A personal concierge works with each guest to ensure a trip to Carillon is everything and more.

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Conrad Punta de Mita: Riviera Nayarit, Mexico

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Looking for something a little different than a Swedish massage? Head to the spa at Conrad Punta de Mita and indulge in a Mexican temazcal, a cultural and spiritual purification practice led by a local curandero (healer) that dates back at least 5,000 years. After the 90-minute experience with hot lava rocks, herbal steam, chanting and meditation, you'll feel recharged, enlightened and invigorated.

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Ojai Valley Inn: Ojai, California

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Seated at the foothills of the Ojai Mountains just 90 minutes from L.A., wellness-seekers will discover a truly luxurious haven in this Mediterranean-inspired resort. Ojai Valley Inn's award-winning spa, wide variety of year-round outdoor activities, and artistic offerings make it the perfect destination to soothe your soul for a long weekend. You won't want to miss booking one of the Spa Penthouses with stunning Ojai Valley and mountain views from private terraces. Plus, you're located right above the spa!

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Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort: Lanai, Hawaii

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One of the most secluded wellness retreats in the United States, Sensei Lanai is an ideal place to getaway when you need it most. The resort emphasizes three main principles of restoration: move, nourish, and rest, which embody its Sensei Way philosophy. Those in need of extra downtime can enjoy a Sensei Sabbatical, where guests spend 30 days guided by the resort's highly trained staff, programming, and technology that aligns with their personal goals to emerge refreshed and ready to take on the world. Spa treatments, outdoor sports by the ocean, strolls through the art-filled gardens, and fabulous meals at Sensei by Nobu are sure to get you on your way back to health again through a balance of science and nature.

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Blackberry Mountain: Walland, Tennessee

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Walland, Tennessee, has become a global destination for those of us in need of fresh air and space to roam in the most sophisticated way. Sister properties Blackberry Farm and Blackberry Mountain have mastered the art of rustic luxury, making these Smoky Mountain resorts idyllic backdrops for your next escape. This year, the properties are offering intimate experiences through 2021 Blackberry Year, initiatives created to dive deeper into the mountain lifestyle through curated workshops, treatments, master classes, and demonstrations focused on wellness. Additionally, you can still enjoy all the morning hikes, spa treatments and health consultations, pottery classes, and culinary explorations that make this place special to ensure you leave inspired.

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Rancho La Puerta: Tecate, Mexico

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If you're in need of a digital detox, a nutritional reset, or are simply longing for a lush oasis to get pampered, Rancho La Puerta has a personalized experience for you. Just across the border in Baja California, this dreamy wellness retreat will enrich your mind, body, and soul through long walks, unique workshops, and natural healing treatment for a holistic rejuvenation process.

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Olea: Zakynthos, Greece

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Olea offers privacy, restoration, and an abundance of wellness-centric offerings at its finest—perched on an olive tree-laden hill overlooking jewel-toned waters. If that's not enough to loosen up those shoulders, the property's Royal Spa (in partnership with acclaimed German skincare brand Babor), outdoor fitness classes, beauty salon, and Mediterranean-inspired gastronomic experiences will leave you with the ultimate glow up. Opt for one of the swim-up or pool suites for an extra-special experience at Olea.

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Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa: San Diego, California

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This sunny Southern California city offers a true refuge from the hustle and bustle of life (and home) in Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa. This Spanish Colonial hacienda-inspired property spans 45 acres and boasts a strong commitment to wellness through its cuisine, customizable spa offerings, a renowned tennis program, and a variety of outdoor fitness classes each day. Rancho Valencia Wellness Collective allows guests to further explore what they need to feel their best with sustainable, transformative tools that will empower for a lifetime. From consultations with a leading medical wellness expert to supplemental lectures and spa cuisine, this program is an immersive education on how to best care for yourself.

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BodyHoliday: St. Lucia

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It won't take long to discover why BodyHoliday is one of the most sought-after places in the world for a wellness retreat. This St. Lucian resort offers everything you need to experience true rejuvenation and stimulate the senses with relaxation, exercise, restorative beauty, and diet as the leading pillars of your journey. Your stay comes with a daily customized massage, and the BodyHoliday team will help you dine, move, and dream in a way that fits your wellness aspirations—all with the Caribbean Sea and a white sand beach as your backdrop.

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Shou Sugi Ban House: The Hamptons, New York

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A relative newcomer to the wellness world, Shou Sugi Ban House offers the best elements of Eastern design, cuisine, and healing in a gorgeous compound on pristine Atlantic shores. This tranquil sanctuary offers everything guests need to restore balance and build habits to last beyond a weekend, with culinary classes, seasonal workshops, and a variety of movement classes to help you upgrade your daily regimen. This luxurious, wabi sabi-inspired property features guest studios equipped with private fireplaces, soaking tubs, and garden patios to ensure your stay is restorative at every moment.

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Como Shambhala Estate: Ubud, Bali

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If there's anywhere worth crossing the globe for to find balance and renewed vitality, it's Como Shambhala Estate in Bali. Intentionality is an imperative at this beautiful resort to help you build healthy habits for a lifetime of wellness. Como Shambhala Estate offers four unique wellness programs: Cleanse, Be Active, Ayurvedic, and Bespoke, to inspire informed life changes, or you can opt for a choose-your-own adventure, blending your favorite amenities, like massages, Ayung River rafting, and cultural tours, for a uniquely inspiring retreat.

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The Ranch Malibu: Malibu, California

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Though it's a relative newcomer to the wellness space, The Ranch Malibu has received some impressive accolades and is considered by many to be the best spa resort in the U.S. The Ranch balances a serious desire for a physical and mental transformation with fun activities, relaxation, and delicious plant-based meals. There are four wellness programs to choose from, all of which involve daily exercise, massages, naptime, and wholesome dishes in a beautiful Southern California setting. What more could you ask for?

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The Palms Turks & Caicos: Turks & Caicos

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Where better to unwind than on one of the world's most beautiful beaches? Enjoy the Palms Turks & Caicos's 25,000-square-foot spa, explore Caribbean cuisine, and discover "moonbathing," where guests can enjoy mini spa treatments and craft cocktails under the stars to the sound of the ocean. You can also work with a personal trainer to find the exercises and stretches that will help you reach your fitness goals.

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Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection: Telluride, Colorado

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The luxurious Telluride hotel is the perfect place for ski bunnies and adrenaline junkies alike to explore their personal wellness journeys. Besides the wide variety of outdoor sports and activities, Madeline Hotel & Residences offers recovery workshops to learn how to rejuvenate like an Olympian, nature-inspired therapies to heal and restore the body, and private dining options with personalized menus crafted by the hotel's chefs.

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Habitas Tulum: Tulum, Mexico

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Habitas Tulum is an immersive wellness experience in one of Mexico's hottest destinations. Guests can discover powerful methods for rejuvenation through locally inspired therapies, workshops, and ingredients that will leave them feeling refreshed. There's also plenty of adventure to be found at Habitas, with opportunities to free dive, explore the Yucatan jungle, and more. Every room has a unique view of the ocean, jungle, or pool to keep you connected with nature even while indoors.

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Palm Heights: Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman

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Grand Cayman's first boutique hotel is the perfect place for social butterflies to enjoy a week of wellness. Palm Heights views wellness as a social activity and fosters this notion with a world-class workout program; regenerative well-being for the mind, gut, and skin; and exciting recreational activities and excursions. However, personalized experiences and small, outdoor classes are currently being offered in light of social distancing.

The hotel also features chefs and artists in-residency—along with an impressive library—to help cultivate the mind as much as a healthy body. At the end of each day, Palm Heights's sumptuous suites are full of all the luxe amenities one could dream of to get the rest you need to emerge refreshed.

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Clinique La Prairie: Clarens, Switzerland

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The iconic Swiss wellness destination has offered the best in medical and holistic wellness programs for 90 years, making it a must-visit for spa aficionados. Those interested in a wellness experience at Clinique La Prairie can fill out a survey to find the best program for their needs, be it to improve sleep, boost immunity, restoring your glow, and much more. Dietitians work with every visitor to find a personalized nutritional philosophy, and personal trainers ensure custom workouts and stretches that will leave guests with an arsenal of healthy habits to bring home with them.

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THE WELL at Mayflower Inn & Spa: Washington, Connecticut

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One of our favorite getaways has just become even more idyllic. Integrative health brand THE WELL has partnered with Mayflower Inn to launch the ultimate spa retreat. Custom spa treatments, medical and health coaching services, daily fitness classes, and rotating workshops focusing on skin health and mental well-being pave the way for a life-changing retreat on this gorgeous property. Plus, you'll still get to enjoy the farm-to-table food and cocktails, charming accommodations, and natural beauty of the Connecticut countryside.

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Grand Resort Bad Ragaz: Bad Ragaz, Switzerland

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Grand Resort Bad Ragaz

This Swiss sanctuary has drawn health-seekers for more than 150 years and is considered to be the first five-star wellbeing and medical health resort of its kind. The cornerstone of Grand Resort Bad Ragaz's philosophy is "live healthy to stay healthy," leaving guests with sustainable tools they can take home to live healthier lives. Generations-old thermal spas, unique massage and other healing treatments, ultra-luxurious Spa Suites with views of the Bündner Herrschaf region, and exclusive experiences to engage the senses. It's no wonder celebrities, politicians, and socialites alike have flocked to Bad Ragaz since 1869.

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Lauren Wicks

Lauren Wicks is a Birmingham-based writer covering design trends, must-have products, travel inspiration, and entertaining. She’s obsessed with globally inspired textiles, hosting dinner parties, and French cocktails. 

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