Frances Geoghegan Named The World's Top Wellness Travel Specialist By Conde Nast Traveler 2026

Condé Nast Traveler Magazine has revealed its top travel specialists for 2026, and Frances Geoghegan, owner and founder of Europe's leading spa and wellness expert, Healing Holidays, has once again been named their number one wellness travel specialist. A recognition as rare as it is prestigious, this distinction confirms Frances as the undisputed global reference in luxury wellness travel.

The annual Condé Nast Traveler list showcases the elite agents, fixers, and connoisseurs they most highly recommend, those who pull off the impossible and spare you the logistics to ensure your wellness holiday is the very best it can be.

What the Condé Nast Traveler recognition represents

Being named on the Condé Nast Traveler Top Travel Specialists list is one of the highest accolades in the global luxury travel industry. Condé Nast Traveler is widely regarded as the ultimate authority in luxury and experiential travel, with a readership of discerning, high-net-worth travellers who accept nothing less than the exceptional.

This annual list is not a simple directory. It is a meticulously vetted selection of the world's absolute best travel designers, assessed on the basis of expertise, client results, industry knowledge, and access to exclusive experiences. Selection is based on rigorous peer review, editorial research, and real client outcomes. Only a handful of specialists worldwide are ever named, making every inclusion a mark of extraordinary distinction.

To be recognised as the Number One Wellness Travel Specialist globally means that 

Frances Geoghegan possesses:

• Unparalleled industry connections with the world's most exclusive medical spas, holistic retreats, and longevity centres.
• A profound, first-hand knowledge of the world's premier wellness destinations and their programmes.
• A proven track record of executing flawless, transformative health holidays, tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.
• A level of discretion, care, and access to exclusive wellness programmes that simply cannot be found elsewhere.

For anyone seeking a world-class wellness retreat, this distinction is the ultimate guarantee that you are in the very best hands.

A word from the world's #1 Wellness Travel Specialist

Accepting the honour, Frances Geoghegan said:

"Condé Nast Traveler has always been, and remains, the absolute go-to for anybody serious about travel, and I am delighted and humbled to once again be recognised as being their top wellness travel specialist for 2026."

This recognition is not Frances's first. Her repeated inclusion on this prestigious list year after year speaks to a consistency of excellence that sets her apart from every other wellness travel specialist in the world.

Unmatched expertise: What our clients say

The true measure of Frances Geoghegan's expertise lies in the extraordinary experiences of those she has guided. Here is what clients who have trusted Frances and the Healing Holidays team have to say:

"A truly unforgettable wellness retreat experience" – Mr Fitzpatrick

"Frances, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your exceptional efforts in organizing my recent visit to Palazzo Fiuggi Medical Resort. Your meticulous planning and attention to detail exceeded my expectations in every way. From the moment I arrived until departure, every aspect of the journey was seamlessly orchestrated, showcasing your commitment to providing a truly unforgettable wellness retreat experience. Palazzo Fiuggi Medical Resort, with its serene ambiance and world-class facilities, proved to be the perfect setting for rejuvenation and healing. The personalized wellness program crafted under your guidance, along with the resort's expert staff, contributed significantly to my overall well-being. The resort team’s dedication to ensuring my stay was not only comfortable but also transformative with thoughtful touches and attentive gestures throughout my time at Palazzo Fiuggi demonstrated their passion for curating meaningful experiences. Please convey my sincere appreciation to the entire Healing Holidays and Palazzo Fiuggi teams for their role in making my stay so memorable. I am grateful for the exceptional service and care provided by one of the top wellness specialists, and I look forward to sharing my positive experience with others. I am already contemplating my next visit and will certainly be in touch with you when the time comes."

"Always takes the time to understand my needs and goals" – Mrs Parry-Jones

"I have used Frances to book retreats on several occasions. She is a top wellness specialist and always takes the time to discuss with me in detail my needs and goals to help select the correct retreat for me to visit. The preparation is very important so you instantly are able to understand your programme when you arrive. The Healing Holidays team are always on stand by when I am away for any changes I feel or they feel are necessary. I have recommended many friends and they have all had excellent help, advice and service." 

"I highly recommend using Healing Holidays and Frances" – Mr Grant

"I had the pleasure of dealing with Frances. She was very informative, patient and extremely helpful. I had several requests for a change of date and not once was she impatient but rather very quick to take care of things for me. To top it we landed the best location and programme for me. I got a good package and I highly recommend using Healing Holidays and Frances to book your wellness package. Thank you Frances, you really are a top wellness specialist!" 

Start your wellness journey with the world's best

Ready to experience the expertise of the World's Number One Wellness Travel Specialist? Whether you are seeking deep medical rehabilitation, luxury detox, transformative mindfulness, or a personalised holistic retreat, Frances Geoghegan and the Healing Holidays team are here to craft your perfect journey, from first consultation to final farewell.