August is National Wellness Month and many of your guests might be interested in booking an upcoming self-care getaway. Wellness enthusiasts are constantly looking for the newest and most unique experiences, and these spas, events and packages are providing just that.
We have gathered some of the most exciting retreats to serve as treatment inspiration for this exciting month in wellness.
1. Ananda in the Himalayas Goes Global to the Maldives, Switzerland and Wales
World-renowned global wellness retreat, Ananda in the Himalayas takes its traditional wisdom and expertise around the world to these three destinations. From August 17-25, 2024, Ananda Wellness Residency at The Nautilus in the Maldives offers a transformative wellness experience that combines Ananda’s expertise in Ayurvedic therapies, Yogic energy work and healthy gourmet cuisine.
From August 28 to September 1, 2024, at the Nira Alpina in St. Moritz, Switzerland, Ananda in the Himalayas offers Ananda in the Alps, a unique Hatha Yoga, meditation and Ayurvedic culinary workshop in the Swiss Alps led by Ananda’s Yoga expert and therapist, Reema Saikia and executive chef and Ayurvedic cuisine expert, Diwaker Balodi.
From September 30 to October 4, 2024, Dreams of Ananda combines the ancient Indian sciences of Ayurveda, Yoga, and Meditation from the foothills of the Himalayas to the enchanting Celtic lands of Mid Wales. Personalized well-being and facilitators at The Dreaming, a wellness retreat in Wales, work to bring harmony back to attendees as they practice yoga, meditation and more.
2. Hotel Belmar Offers New Wellness Experiences in Costa Rica
Carbon neutral Hotel Belmar, a luxury eco-lodge situated in Costa Rica’s renowned Monteverde cloud forest highlands, adds to its wellness offerings with new yoga programs and more. Arantza joined in April as a certified yoga teacher, breathwork and lightwork facilitator, gene keys student, and dedicated guide. With over five years of experience, she curates mindful experiences, blending traditional yogic practices, tantra, pranayama, and more. Arantza's sessions, grounded in self-empowerment and love, invite guests to discover their dharma, embrace transformation, and connect with the elements.
The hotel now offers a new Wellness Enhancement add-on package to elevate any stays into a thematic self-retreat. This add-on package includes daily farm-to-table breakfast, daily yoga sessions, healthy juice smoothies, a relaxing massage, a private breathwork session, and immersive nature experiences—all for $220 USD. For corporate or group travelers, Hotel Belmar also has new wellness packages available for groups of 8 - 20 people.
3. Scenset Invites Travelers on an Indonesian Island Getaway
An exclusive itinerary prepared by Carl Junior, Senior Travel Curator for luxury travel-tech company Scenset, promises wellness, adventure and luxury in the Indonesian islands. Indonesia invites travelers to rejuvenate mind, body, and spirit in a culturally rich environment that promotes relaxation, rejuvenation and holistic well-being.
Related: 6 Newly Opened Spas Delivering Rejuvenation by the Sea
4. Las Catalinas Welcomes XTERRA Costa Rica Event
From August 23-25, 2024, the town of Las Catalinas will host its first ever XTERRA Costa Rica. The event is an off-road multisport endurance competition featuring a full distance triathlon (individual and relay) with a 1600 meter open-water swim, 28 kilometer mountain bike and 9-kilometer trail run. The sprint triathlon includes an 800 meter open-water swim, a 20 kilometer mountain bike and a 5 kilometer trail run, and covers over 42 kilometers of trails, beaches and waterfront. Las Catalinas has also been the home to the Tri Las Catalinas, one of Costa Rica’s most celebrated triathlons since 2013.
The town has become a popular destination for training, wellness, healing and recovery. With trails, biking, and water sports all nearby, it’s the ideal destination to reconnect with nature and seek some rejuvenation.
5. Naya Traveler Takes Wellness Seekers to Patagonia
Offering experiential journeys to a curated selection of destinations, Naya Traveler invites travelers to Argentina’s Patagonia region where Tipiliuke Lodge puts wellness at the forefront, welcoming guests to indulge in a variety of relaxing experiences. Naya Traveler works with local hosts and expert guides to design a personalized wellness journey. Amenities like a nutritionist, wood-fired sauna, hot tub with vistas, and a yoga studio help guests reconnect with nature and themselves.
6. Calabash Cove Resort & Spa Provides Rejuvenation in Saint Lucia
Known for its commitment to sustainability and eco-minded practices, the resort’s Ti Spa offers a wide range of treatments that combine European technique with St. Lucia’s storied tradition of using plant and food-based curatives. Treatments are designed to cleanse the body with locally produced coffee or papaya scrubs. The signature Spa Sampler features holistic treatments like hot stone massage, aromatherapy and counter stretching among other techniques.
