For big boys who prioritise themselves
We’re confident that your significant other has likely invested a considerable amount in those spa getaways with her friends, especially after a demanding workweek. But what about you? Are you content just lounging on the couch with your beer, chicken, and buddies, indulging in a TV binge? Not that we’re complaining, but there are healthier ways to unwind. Here’s a thought: you and your buddies can also kick back and relax, just like the ladies, engaging in activities you love, and emerge not only more relaxed but also in better shape. Here are some of the world’s top wellness retreats to plan a rejuvenating trip with your crew.
Bali Time Chamber
The Bali Time Chamber offers a transformative haven for driven men seeking to break free from the constraints of their current environment. Positioned in a secret location amid the lush landscapes of Bali, this unique recovery centre provides a sanctuary for self-improvement. Drawing inspiration from the concept of the time chamber in Dragon Ball Z, where characters underwent intense training, the Bali Time Chamber is a secluded mountaintop retreat accessible only by a narrow footpath. With a fully equipped gym, spa with contrast therapy, and a restaurant serving high-quality meals, it’s a place to focus on physical, mental, and professional growth. Connecting with like-minded individuals, you’ll experience a collective energy that fuels personal and professional development, creating lasting bonds for years to come.
Lanserhof Tegernsee in Bavaria, Germany, is a renowned luxury health resort and medical spa set against the picturesque backdrop of the Bavarian Alps and Lake Tegernsee. Focused on medical wellness, it combines cutting-edge medical technology with integrative and holistic approaches. Guests undergo comprehensive health assessments, personalized programs, and detoxification regimes. The resort’s natural setting enhances the sense of tranquillity, while its fitness programs, spa treatments, and nutritious cuisine contribute to a holistic well-being experience.
Sha Wellness Clinic, Spain
SHA Wellness Retreat emerged from a profound personal journey. Alfredo Bataller Parietti, having battled health challenges for over three decades, witnessed a transformative revival through a balanced diet and natural therapies, complemented by advancements in Western medicine. This life-altering experience inspired not only his recovery but became the catalyst for SHA, extending its influence to countless others. Motivated by the profound impact of integrative medicine, particularly the role of nutrition in holistic well-being, Alfredo, with familial support, envisioned a distinctive initiative. SHA is a testament to this vision, seamlessly blending scientific and natural therapies to empower individuals to lead longer, healthier lives.
Six Senses Vana
Six Senses Vana in India provides a holistic retreat experience with full-board accommodation, personalized nutrition, and a wellness screening. Each stay includes a daily health retreat program featuring private treatments, access to group activities, and specially provided attire. Guests are encouraged to arrive with an intention, a guiding seed for life decisions, reflecting the diversity of cultures, perspectives, genders, and ages among Vanavasis. The retreat’s duration and depth vary, with longer stays like the Ayurveda Panchakarma offering profound transformation. Consultations and screenings inform additional treatments from Ayurveda, Yoga, Tibetan Medicine, and Natural Healing Therapies practitioners. Intention-based programs like Sleep, Detox, Weight Management, Ayurveda, and Yoga require minimum durations for optimal results. Each program focuses on specific goals, from enhancing sleep to rebalancing energy and emotions.
Santini Wellness Kandy
Santani Wellness Kandy emerges as a haven for wellness enthusiasts in the heart of Sri Lanka, marking the country’s first purpose-built luxury escape resort. Over two years of meticulous search led to a 116-acre former tea plantation nestled in a pristine forest, where intelligent, sustainable design meets nature. Embracing eco-standards, Santani champions air-conditioning free rooms for natural ventilation, prioritizing both guest health and environmental conservation. This retreat at 2,800 feet above sea level offers a personalized, science-backed wellness experience, encouraging rejuvenation amidst tropical jungle and rice fields. Santani, a sanctuary for those seeking balance, inspires a unique luxury escape for the discerning traveller.