The Top Christmas Wellness Trips You Need To Book Now

It may still seem a long way off, but it’s not - Christmas is just around the corner. Does the thought of a traditional Christmas at home fill you with dread? Is the idea of being thrown together with family members making you stressed? Or maybe you are on your own this year but not by choice?

Whatever your reason, the extended Christmas break is a great time to devote to improving your health. We have some great places to go if you are travelling on your own, as a couple, or with a family in tow. We have places that you can go to detox, to lose weight or to ramp up your fitness, and as so many properties are choosing to exclusively contract with us, you know that you will get the very best advice and offers from us too.

ABSOLUTE SANCTUARY, THAILAND

If you are looking for a wellness and fitness reboot, then Absolute Sanctuary is your place. It takes a comprehensive holistic approach to health, delivering transformative results with long-lasting effects, and it won’t break the bank.

VANA, INDIA

If you are running on empty and in urgent need of some serious downtime, then Vana is the place for you. Discover its soulful solution to mental and physical stress. 

SEN WELLNESS SANCTUARY, SRI LANKA

Located on an unspoilt stretch of Sri Lankan coastline, Sen Wellness Sanctuary was founded by renowned Osteopath Sam Kankanamge. It offers a unique blend of self-empowering yoga practice and osteopathic healing designed to promote spiritual growth and physical health.

THE RETREAT, COSTA RICA

Founded by life coach, chef and best-selling author Diana Stobo, The Retreat is a five-star property that nestles amongst lush green quartz mountains overlooking the Pacific Ocean and offers everything from detox to fitness. 

SHA WELLNESS CLINIC, SPAIN

Give your body and soul a makeover at this cutting-edge medical spa. SHA Wellness Clinic is a  results-driven haven that excels across the board; expect knock-out diagnostics and great detox & weight loss programmes, and as it’s only a short flight from home, what’s not to like? 

VILLA STEPHANIE, GERMANY

Led by the highly-respected Dr König, Villa Stephanie is a medical spa that excels in so many areas, however it is the detox offering that really gets us excited, with many different programmes available for whatever your body is in need of. 

PARK IGLS, AUSTRIA

Circled by the Tyrolean Alps, Park Igls is a medical clinic that adheres to the Mayr principle. A stay here offers a major reboot to your system, so expect a light diet, a gentle exercise plan and a tailor-made course of treatments. 

PALAZZO FIUGGI, ITALY

Fusing the deepest holistic traditions with the most advanced traditional Western medicine, Palazzo Fiuggi's integrative approach to health and wellness elevates therapy beyond the treatment of symptoms to fully rejuvenate the mind, body and soul. 

ANANDA, INDIA

Set in the Himalayan foothills and surrounded by lush forests, Ananda In The Himalayas is a legendary wellness retreat that is world famous for its Ayurveda, Yoga and Vedanta. 

KAMALAYA, THAILAND

A stay at Kamalaya works wonders for the mind and body in equal measures - there are programmes to detox, to lose weight, to get fit and to deal with burnout, with all of them designed to help you relax, renew and revitalise. 

SHANTI MAURICE, MAURITIUS

Resting on one of the finest beaches in Mauritius, Shanti Maurice has so much to offer. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing beach holiday, a healthy fitness break or even an indulgent spa experience, there’s something for everyone. 

SANTE WELLNESS RETREAT & SPA, SOUTH AFRICA

Located in the heart of South Africa's beautiful Western Cape Winelands, Santé Wellness Retreat & Spa is the ultimate sanctuary for anyone who wants to re-energise, rejuvenate and revitalise their mind, body and soul. Enter a haven with serene spaces and uncomplicated luxury full of heart with generous hospitality and exquisite, honestly healthy cuisine.

AYURVEDA RESORT MANDIRA, AUSTRIA

Nestled in the Styrian hill country, not far from the little village of Bad Waltersdorf, Ayurveda Resort Mandira offers treatments based on solid traditional Ayurvedic foundations but which are tailored to Western lifestyles. 

LEFAY LAGO DI GARDA, ITALY

Lefay Lago Di Garda is a place to rebalance and rejuvenate, with its mixture of Chinese and traditional medicines. Throw in knock-out views over Lake Garda, a top-notch Spa and delicious food, and you have the full package. 

CHIVA SOM, THAILAND

If you're looking for the very best in wellness fixes then look no further than Chiva Som. It still remains triumphantly at the top of its game with its world leading experts, classes and treatments. The best of the best. 

OCEANO HEALTH SPA HOTEL, SPAIN

Hidden away in the mountains in a remote and unspoilt area of Tenerife, OCEANO offers brilliant, result-led programmes for weight loss, detox and the Mayr Cure. 

SANTANI, SRI LANKA

Santani is a place of relaxation, simplicity and serenity in nature, offering the latest wellness innovations together with traditional Ayurvedic healing. 

DHARANA WELLNSS AT SHILLIM

Located in a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Shillim's unique wellness philosophy combines the most advanced Western diagnostics with traditional age-old Eastern Ayurvedic practice. 

PREIDLHOF, ITALY

One of our healing heroes, a stay at the multi award-winning Preidlhof offers an opportunity for personal regeneration. This is the place to restore your total physical and emotional wellbeing, and to reconcile your senses with your spirit.

VIVAMAYR ALTAUSSEE, AUSTRIA

Situated on the shores of breath-taking Lake Altaussee, VIVAMAYR Altaussee is an impressive medical spa that offers guests the complete package when it comes to an effective wellness retreat and delivery of the Mayr cure.