National Wellness Month is the ideal time to help your clients take a break from the stress of daily life and disconnect to reconnect with their inner self. We've gathered the destinations that highlight this type of digital detoxing, and we are bringing that treatment inspiration to you.
1. VEA Newport Beach | CA
The VEA's Unplugged package offers guests two ways to escape daily noise and enjoy digitally detox. The package features two variations dependent on each individual traveler’s preferred method to unwind – The Social Escape or The Relaxation. Guests who opt for the Social Escape route will stay in the Lumina Room and get access to the resort's Coastal Running Experience, a curated running map of local trails. Guests who choose the Relaxation route can enjoy VEA's wellness-focused Sanctuary Retreat Room with nature-inspired colors and textures throughout, a soaking tub and a turn down services. Also included in the package is a 50 minute Relaxation Rhythmic Massage at SPA VEA.
2. Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows | AZ
Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows offers “The Mindful Journey,” a self-guided three-day retreat designed to nurture the mind, body and spiritual well-being. The retreat allows participants to curate their own experience, selecting from a range of wellness classes and activities. From spa treatments at Palo Verde, to outdoor fitness classes like aerial yoga and guided meditation, every guest has the chance to create a personalized itinerary.
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3. Nalu Spa at Turtle Bay Resort | HI
At Nalu Spa, guests can partake in an authentic Hawaiian wellness experience without any outside distractions. Every treatment is rooted in Aloha ʻĀina, a love of and nurturing care for the land. Nalu Spa achieves this by using locally-sourced, sustainable ingredients and showcasing the most meaningful and healing treasures the island has to offer. The Kuilima Sensorial Massage is an experience that starts with breathwork, using the essences from fresh herbs to relax the mind. Next, the full-body, customized massage relieves areas of tension using a hand-crafted massage oil. The service concludes with an offering of chilled Mamaki-infused tea, grown on Turtle Bay Resort's farm.
4. Desolation Hotel Hope Valley | CA
This hotel prioritizes wellness due to its remote location and strong emphasis on connecting with nature. They have intentionally designed their lodging to be free from WiFi, allowing guests to unplug and reconnect with themselves and their surroundings. Guests are encouraged to experience the abundance of seasonal activities around the area, such as hiking and bike trails, fly fishing, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The resort has also curated several nature-themed packages, from bird watching and self-guided nature walks, to stargazing which is paired with an almanac and telescope. Following a day of outdoor activities, guests are invited to the wood-fired sauna targeted to ease both the muscles and mind.
