Mindfulness is the practice of being present and fully engaged in the current moment, without judgment or distraction. Meditation, on the other hand, is the practice of calming the mind and achieving a state of deep relaxation. By incorporating these practices into your retreat experience, you can reap numerous benefits and enhance your overall well-being.In addition to self-awareness, mindfulness and meditation can also help us relax and reduce stress. By focusing on our breath and the present moment, we can quiet our minds and let go of the worries and distractions that often plague us. This can lead to a sense of calm and tranquility, allowing us to recharge and renew our energy.So how can you incorporate mindfulness and meditation into your retreat experience? Many retreats offer guided meditations or mindfulness exercises, but you can also practice on your own. Find a quiet space to sit or lie down, close your eyes, and focus on your breath. Notice the sensation of the air moving in and out of your body, and when your mind wanders (as it inevitably will), gently bring your attention back to your breath.Remember to take a deep breath and let go of all your worries. Enjoy your retreat with mindfulness and meditation!Photo by Ashley Batz on Unsplash

Whether you’ve been married for decades or just a few months, attending a couples retreat can be a great way to strengthen your relationship and have some quality time together. Couples retreats are designed to help couples get to know each other on a deeper level, work through issues, and create a lasting bond. Here are just a few of the benefits of a couples retreat: 1. Increased Communication: One of the most important components of a successful relationship is communication. During a couples retreat, you’ll learn how to better communicate with each other, including active listening and understanding each other’s needs. This will help you to better understand each other and make your relationship stronger. 2. Improved Understanding: Couples retreats provide an opportunity to look at your relationship from a different perspective. You’ll be able to work through any issues together and learn to appreciate each other’s differences. This can help to create a better understanding of each other, which is key for a successful relationship. 3. Stress Relief: Life can be hectic and stressful at times, and it’s important to take a break from it all. A couples retreat is a great way to reset and take some time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. You’ll be able to relax and enjoy each other’s company in a peaceful environment. 4. Quality Time: Spending quality time together is essential for a strong relationship. During a couples retreat, you’ll be able to focus on each other and really connect. You’ll have plenty of time to talk and reconnect without any outside distractions. Couples retreats can be a great way to strengthen your relationship and create a lasting bond. So if you’re looking for a way to reconnect and take a break from your hectic life, consider attending a couples retreat. You’ll be glad you did!

Wellness travel is the perfect way to combine vacationing with staying healthy, and it is becoming increasingly popular. Wellness travel is the future of travel because it offers a unique opportunity to de-stress, get back in tune with yourself, and also explore new places. Wellness travel provides a healthy and balanced combination of relaxation and exploration. Unlike traditional vacations, wellness travel allows you to take a break from your normal routine and focus on yourself. By focusing on your physical, mental and emotional health, you can return home feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Wellness travel also offers an opportunity to explore new places and try out new activities. From yoga classes and meditation retreats to hiking and nature walks, there are plenty of activities to choose from. You can also take part in cultural activities such as cooking classes, traditional healing practices, and tours of historic sites. The best part about wellness travel is the focus on self-care. You can take time to relax and unwind, and also incorporate healthy habits into your daily routine. You can find time for yoga, meditation, and healthy eating. You can also find time for restorative activities such as massages, facials, and spa treatments. In addition to the physical benefits, wellness travel also offers psychological and emotional benefits. By taking a break from your everyday life and focusing on yourself, you can gain a better understanding of yourself and your needs. This can lead to improved mental health and emotional wellbeing. Wellness travel is the future of travel because it allows you to take a break from your daily routine and focus on yourself. It offers a unique opportunity to explore new places and activities, while also focusing on self-care. With its physical, mental, and emotional benefits, wellness travel is the perfect way to combine vacationing with staying healthy.

4 Amazing Ways Pilates Retreats Benefits SkiersOnce you hit the slopes and experience the thrill of snowboarding or skiing down a snow-covered mountain at a high speed, you know why it’s such an attraction. An active sport like skiing gets your adrenaline pumping and is also physically demanding. It requires some level of fitness and physical training to stand up to the rigorous course. That’s why it’s not surprising that skiing injuries are common. Getting your body ready for the slopes can help you prevent injuries and falls, but it can also help improve your performance. It turns out that Pilates can be of great benefit to skiers. Pilates help to strengthen and mobilise the body, which is exactly what you need for the engaging sport of skiing. A Pilates retreat may be just what you need to excel at the sport you love and enjoy. Here are four great ways a Pilates retreat can benefit you as a skier.1.     Improve Flexibility and MobilityAmong the top benefits of Pilates are flexibility and mobility. This matters for skiers since a good range of motion in the hips, ankles, and spine is essential. Pilates focuses on the lower body’s flexibility and mobility. Equipment exercises such as feet in straps and footwork on the reformer are great examples. Mat exercises also help improve mobility and flexibility. Becoming familiar with these exercises is also helpful for skiers as they can use them to stretch out after spending the day on the slopes.  Whether you are skiing or snowboarding, you’ll do a lot of bending at the knees, hips, and ankles. But that doesn’t mean the upper body and spine are not equally important. A mobile and stable spine can handle the stress and fatigue that can come from hours of skiing. And if you do fall, having a flexible, mobile body can help protect you from injury. 2.     Proper AlignmentPilates focuses on maintaining a neutral spine and a stable pelvis during dynamic exercises. Maintaining a neutral spine during the motion of skiing is essential. Misalignment of the spine can keep the hips and pelvis from activating properly. At a Pilates retreat, you’ll experience side—lying leg exercises and standing reformer exercises that help work and strengthen these muscles. A skier must keep the lower of body aligned properly. The knees must be centrally positioned above the feet, or you will be unstable. All Pilate exercises help improve alignment and focus specifically on the relationship between the hips, ankles, and feet.   3.     Strength TrainingWhen it comes to building muscle, Pilates are excellent. For skiers, Pilates is a perfect fit for strengthening the abdominals, obliques, and those super important deep stabilising muscles. Skiers need a strong, stable trunk. While your lower limbs are navigating the slopes, your trunk needs to remain mostly still. If the trunk has unnecessary movement, it can use up more energy, and you can become fatigued before you enjoy your whole holiday. Pilate exercises help strengthen adductors which are helpful for keeping the skis directly under your body. This helps reduce stress on your knees. Since a large part of this sport involves a squat-stance, it puts a demand on the quads. Pilate exercises help strengthen the hamstrings while rebalancing the body. 4.     Injury PreventionStrengthening, stabilising, and mobilising your joints can help prevent injuries. Many joints must twist and turn while skiing, particularly the knees, shoulders, ankles, wrists, and neck are susceptible to injury. Muscle fatigue can often result in head, neck, or shoulder injuries. Many times, injuries occur after the muscles are too fatigued to work properly. A Pilates reformer retreat helps strengthen key muscle groups so your body is as prepared to hit the slopes as your mind is. When your muscles are prepared, they are not as likely to pull or tear while you are skiing.  Plan Your Pilates Retreat with RetreatMi!Are you ready to reap the benefits of Pilates on the ski slope? Pilates offer so many benefits for skiers, including improving body awareness, alignment, mobilising joints, improving overall fitness, and strengthening muscles. Schedule your Pilates retreat today!  

Wellness retreats have been growing in popularity for the last decade, or so as many people seek healthier lifestyles. You get some much-needed time away from the stresses of daily life, reset your metabolism or health goals, eat clean, or learn new strategies for living healthy. Many people use a healthy getaway to reboot or for a physical or technology detox. There are many different types of wellness retreats that help offer transformational experiences as well as upgrades to a person’s mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. The type of retreat you choose will, of course, be based on the outcomes you desire. With that being said, there are some particularly trending wellness retreat concepts to consider for 2023. Here are a few you just don’t want to miss this year!Immunity Building Wellness RetreatNow that the world is shifting and adjusting to post-pandemic mode, there is an increased awareness of immunity. People are more aware of the need to build and maintain their immune systems and their overall well-being. A body immunity retreat offers some practical and applicable solutions to help alleviate health worries. This type of retreat focuses on keeping attendees healthy both physically and mentally. Plant-Based RetreatsEating a plant-based diet is more than just a fad. Many people embrace plant-based foods, and there are plenty of wellness retreats that offer wholesome plant-based eating plans. You may also want to choose a destination that offers nutritional guidance and culinary pointers for preparing plant-based meals. As more people shift toward vegetarian and vegan eating, there is more of a demand for learning how to maintain a nutritionally rich plant-based eating plan. Many retreats cater to vegan and vegetarian lifestyles with their menus in 2023.Family-Oriented Health RetreatsFamily wellness holidays focus on exploring wellbeing, being active, and making long-lasting memories. This retreat style offers a variety of activities for families to enjoy together. While there is plenty of time for the family to spend time doing fun things together, there are also opportunities for each member to explore new hobbies or practice existing ones. These types of getaways are a good value for the money and offer lasting health effects for each member of the family.Digital Detox RetreatsIn 2022, the average adult spent approximately five hours each day engaged in online activities. Some of the increase in screen time may be due to more people working remotely than ever before. Much of the day relies on being connected to technology on one level or another. But spending one-third of your awake time staring at a screen can cause a decline in your overall health and wellbeing. The need to get away from technology more and more has significantly increased the demand for digital detox retreats on a global scale. This type of retreat offers a full digital detox so you can reset your relationship with technology. Just changing your environment can help relieve everyday stress, which has tons of healthy benefits. Active RetreatsYoga retreats have led the way for many years, but as a younger generation becomes more focused on living healthy and active lifestyles, wellness retreats have evolved. For those who love activities, there are many options, from hiking and biking retreats to surfing, kayaking, CrossFit, and martial arts; there’s something for everyone. You can choose to learn to enjoy a new hobby or activity or hang out with like-minded active individuals. Perhaps you just want to spend time doing what you love at a wellness retreat! There’s certainly nothing wrong with that. It's important to choose a wellness retreat in 2023 that is well-matched to your interests and health-related goals. But if you are not sure which type of retreat is best suited for you, try our retreat builder to help you plan the perfect healthy getaway. You are worth it.

You may have heard the saying, “Summer bodies are made in the winter.” But for right now, you’ve just finished up your Christmas and New Year holidays where everything health and fitness are on hold. The holidays are made for indulging, right? They are joyous occasions meant to be spent enjoying life and loved ones. However, we all know too well that they are often followed by a fitness slump. After indulging in all those delicacies, the body checks out on you. It’s difficult to get back in the fitness groove. But if you don’t start now – the summer body is not going to happen, right? That’s why right after the holidays is the perfect time to reset your fitness regime with a winter retreat.Trade new Year’s Resolutions for What WorksAs the new year unfolds and the last 12 months are packaged up in our memories, you may have some resolutions. Even those who don’t make traditional resolutions can enjoy the freshness of a new year. Many turn their focus to working on health goals, returning to the gym, or making healthier choices in their eating. It’s the perfect time to plan and attend a fitness retreat. Not only can you kickstart your new year’s fitness goals, but you can get a great start on shaping your summer body. Starting in the dead of winter gives you a great start and helps you achieve your goals long before summer arrives.Rest Your Lifestyle with a Winter Fitness RetreatAfter the holidays, you may feel totally bummed out but ready for a new start. When you are surrounded by old daily habits and things (or people) that don’t support a healthy lifestyle, it can be difficult to reset your life. A wellness retreat can be the perfect solution to help you kickstart your wellness journey and get you ready for the more active months ahead. There are several decisions that go into choosing a winter retreat that will help get you moving toward your goals.Choose an Inspiring LocationWinter retreats are available in a variety of beautiful locations. Whether you want a warm sunny spot in the middle of your winter, or want to enjoy snow capped mountains, choose a place that you find inspiring. It should help awaken your appreciation of the world around you. New scenery stimulates your imagination and helps you focus on learning new activities that can become part of your enhanced wellness journey.Bond with OthersYou are likely to meet plenty of like-minded people at a winter wellness retreat. This can be a very encouraging part of your fitness journey as you realise you are not alone in seeking a healthy lifestyle. It provides a great opportunity for practicing being present with those around you. Additionally, it helps you build self-awareness and confidence that can help you improve yourself both at work and at home.Get a Grasp on NutritionWhat you eat has a bearing on how effective your fitness efforts are going to be. Many times, people eat what is easiest to grab, or just whatever is in front of them. Understanding how you can leverage nutritional intake to help you reach your goals can help you get your body ready for summer and a productive lifestyle. Retreats provide great opportunities to explore new food options and help equip you to make better choices when it comes to preparing meals and eating.Try New and Exciting ActivitiesIt’s extremely easy to get stuck in a rut during the winter months, and especially over the holiday season. By signing up for a winter wellness retreat, you can break the downward spiral that often comes after the holidays. It’s a wonderful opportunity in a perfect setting to explore new activities. You will be in a safe place to get out of your comfort zone and stretch your mind, soul, and body by trying new activities. You can tone your body while learning how to incorporate yoga or Pilates into your daily regime. Kickstart your body by starting to job, spin, or take a cold-water swim. Learning new activities is a great way to get out of the winter rut and kickstart your fitness routine to help you kickstart your summer body. Ready to sign up for a winter fitness retreat? Check out the Retreat Mi Retreat Builder tool. It will help you build the perfect retreat to help you reach your goals.

Fitness and wellness holidays have grown in popularity over the last few years. It’s more than just a trend, as many people realise the need to fight obesity and chronic illness. Being wellness-focused can help prevent many conditions and improve overall wellness. Wellness retreats offer many benefits, but a reformer Pilates retreat can provide exceptional and specific results.5 Benefits of Reformer PilatesYou have a lot of choices when it comes to types of wellness retreats. Taking a reformer Pilates retreat can help you improve how you look and feel. Pilates are known to help you tone and elongate muscle groups. More importantly, they help how your muscles move. Pilates provide functional practice that helps retrain balanced movement and improve your posture. Reformer Pilates can help you improve your overall physical fitness and maintain it. Ultimately, this leads to improved strength, balance, and flexibility. The additional benefits are improved posture, movement, and mental health. Reformer Pilates are a key component for those who want to step up their fitness routine. Here are some of the top benefits of reformer Pilates.1.     Full Body Workout. When you use a reformer to perform individualised movements, you get a balanced, full-body workout. Due to the subtle spring action on a Reformer, the entire body is strengthened, rather than just targeted large muscles. If the body has uneven areas of weakness, the Reformer helps work unilaterally to correct these imbalances.2.     Tone Muscles and Build Strength. Reformer Pilates strengthens muscles while allowing you to work through their full range. The design of the Reformer works to tone muscles. While it will work the large muscle groups, it also stabilises the smaller muscle actions.3.     Low Impact but High Intensity. The Reformer’s springs and ropes are specifically designed to reduce weight bearing while working out in a horizontal plane. This provides a nice, low-impact workout allowing for repetitive movements that can help tone the body and strengthen areas that need to recover.4.     Improve Posture and Core. Many Reformer exercises target the core and work the postural muscles simultaneously. A stronger core helps improve posture.5.     Improve Mental Health. Reformer Pilates focus on increasing muscle strength, improving flexibility, toning, and improving posture. These actions have a positive impact on mental health. Additionally, mindfulness in movement and steadiness of the breath helps the body relax and reduces stress. This helps reduce stress hormones such as cortisol while increasing endorphins, which are the body’s feel-good chemicals. This gives your mood a natural boost.Purpose of a Reformer Pilates RetreatAttending a Reformer Pilates retreat gives you time to focus on your core strength and proper muscle engagement for a specified time. The reformer helps your efforts since the springs provide more resistance. The reformer is extremely versatile, and the resistance can be adjusted to meet your current fitness level. As you progress in your fitness journey, it can be adjusted.At a reformer Pilates retreat, you have access to the equipment you need to focus on your specific goals. Most Pilates retreats, while beneficial, don’t offer access to the reformer because of its size, weight, and the additional cost. At a reformer retreat, this beneficial equipment is made available, and is the focal point of the retreat. This allows you to get the most out of your stay.Can Beginners Benefit from a Reformer Pilates Retreat?Fitness and wellness retreats, in general, are designed to accommodate the wide variety of fitness levels of attendees. The reformer is easily adapted to the level of the user, giving you an extra boost to your efforts. It is beneficial for everyone from the beginner to the advanced Pilate pro. By incorporating the reformer into fitness routines, it remains challenging for each participant. Book Your Reformer Pilates Retreat Today!Are you ready to reap all the benefits of a reformer Pilates wellness retreat? Take a weekend or a few days to reenergise, rejuvenate, and realign. Your reformer Pilates sessions can be personalised to meet your fitness needs and goals, and help you reach the next level of fitness. Use the RetreatMi,  retreat builder tool to help you craft the fitness getaway that is perfect for you.

The winter months can be tough on your health. Colder months tend to make everyone slow down and stay inside, but this can be dangerous to your health. If you’re not careful, a few colder months can wipe away all the progress you made during the rest of the year. Many people slow down in the winter, don’t get outside because of weather, and are not as conscientious about making healthier choices. Mix cool weather with the holidays, and you could put your health at risk. What’s at risk? Your cardiovascular and immune systems, skin, mental health, and just about everything else.Winter wellness is essential to help you maintain your health goals. It’s the best time to pay more attention to your well-being and get more focused on keeping your mind and body healthy. It’s the perfect time for a winter restorative break. Advantages of a Winter Restorative BreakAbout one in five people suffer from winter-related depression. People are also more susceptible to colds and the flu. The body loses heat faster in colder weather, and the immune system becomes more vulnerable to infection. The changes in humidity and temperature can encourage viruses to spread more easily. This is why it’s essential to boost your immune system during the winter too. It’s advisable to arrange a winter restorative break.Some of the advantages of arranging a winter retreat include the following:·       Improving immunity·       Improving your overall health·       Rejuvenate and stabilise your body systems·       Revitalise and nourish your psyche·       Tune in to the wants and needs of your body and mind·       Achieve relaxationYou don’t have to wait until spring to plan a healthy getaway that can rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul.Planning a Winter Restorative BreakA winter wellness retreat is a getaway just for the purpose of improving your overall health and wellness. Most retreats offer a holistic integration that benefits your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being, even if it is focused on a primary activity. To determine which wellness retreat fits you best, start by asking yourself what activity you would enjoy most. What activity or activities would help you as winter approaches and tries to cover you with snow, moodiness, and cold? Here are some different types of winter retreats that can help you reset:·       Weight loss or fitness retreats·       Mindfulness retreats·       Meditation and spirituality retreats·       Health and well-being retreats·       Pilates retreat·       Yoga retreat·       Nature and hiking retreats·       Caribbean Wellness-Inclusive retreatReasons to Book Your Winter Wellness RetreatSure, a wellness retreat offers you a holiday. That, in itself, is often helpful for restoring your mental health. Wellness is trending more now than ever, and it’s a great time to improve your energy levels by resting, recovering, and reflecting. Here are some of the main reasons you need to schedule your winter restorative retreat today.Experience the Healing Power of NatureThe beauty of nature has a grounding effect that brings out the best in people. A wellness retreat can be planned so that you spend time in a natural environment. Many wellness retreats focus on providing wholesome, plant-based foods that help connect you with the earth. They include outdoor yoga waterfalls and relaxing in natural water pools, all of which improve your psychological and physiological well-being.Break Away from Your Winter RoutineA routine is not all bad, as it can help you accomplish your daily tasks, manage stress, and cultivate healthy habits. However, the downside to most winter routines is that it limits the capacity to exercise brain muscles. When you overcome a challenge or attempt a new activity, your brain starts forming new neurological pathways. A winter wellness retreat helps break the monotony of work or home so you can gain more clarity.Drawing InspirationFocusing on your well-being in serene surroundings encourages you to tap into your creative side. Many retreat centres encourage self-expression through creative means. Along with physical activities, the body starts to release endorphins or feel-good hormones. These hormones help promote a feeling of well-being. You can find your natural rhythm, gain confidence, and be yourself.Meet Like-Minded PeopleWhile a wellness retreat is not focused on socialising, they do provide a place to meet people who are like-minded. You are all there for the same or similar reasons, after all. You can connect with others who sought out a winter wellness retreat just like you. You have tons of options for a winter wellness retreat. Where would you like to go to break out of the winter blues? RetreatMi offers you an online retreat builder that is a useful tool to help you find a retreat that fits your needs perfectly. Get started on your plan today!   

It’s a given that our environments influence our stress levels negatively or positively. Our stress levels impact our bodies. In any given moment, what you see, hear, or experience can change your mood. These elements also affect how your endocrine, immune, and nervous systems work. Unpleasant environments can lead to feelings of anxiousness, sadness, or helplessness. When you experience these emotions and feelings, your heart rate and blood pressure can go up in response. Your muscles get tight, and your immune system becomes suppressed. However, a pleasant environment reverses these effects. Nature provides a pleasant environment no matter what your culture or age.Healing Benefits of a Wellness Retreat in a Natural SettingWhen you book your wellness retreat in the middle of a natural setting, you may simply want a break from digital media. Maybe you want to get away from the demands of everyday life. Planning a wellness retreat in nature can offer a variety of health benefits.Nature’s Healing InfluenceJust spending time in nature helps to reduce anger, stress, and fear. It also increases pleasant feelings. Nature benefits you emotionally while contributing to your overall wellbeing by helping reduce blood pressure, muscle tension, and heart rate. Some research studies have indicated something as simple as having a plant in your room impacts stress and anxiety levels.Restoring Power of NatureAfter many studies, is has been concluded that nature has a positive impact on your emotional state. Spending time outdoors and in nature helps alleviate depression, stress, and anxiety. You become calmer and well-balanced. Imagine practicing yoga or meditation in a natural space. It helps clear your mind and recharge your soul. Nature helps you connect to the moment and become more mindful.Mood-Boosting Power of NatureJust being outdoors is sometimes enough to make you smile. When exposed to sunlight, your body’s response is to generate vitamin D. This has been shown to boost moods and calm the nervous system. Just sitting outside in nature is thought to be restorative psychologically. Walking in nature provides more of a mental and physical boost.Does the Lack of Exposure to Nature Have a Negative Effect?There are many in the scientific community who now believe living near green spaces and nature directly improves one’s health. Naturae helps us cope better with stressors. As nature reduces chronic stress, it offers better overall health. Recent research indicates that trees have phytoncides or invisible chemicals that help lower anxiety, improve blood pressure, boost immunity, and reduce stress hormones. Vitamin D helps stabilise melatonin levels which are often offset by spending too much time in front of a screen. Spending too much time inside away from nature can produce counter effects and lead to depression, anxiety, and a host of health-related problems.Why Book a Wellness Retreat in Nature?This is a purely individual decision. But, if you are ready to unwind, disconnect from a busy lifestyle and technology over-use, improve your mental and physical health by boosting your overall well-being, connect with nature.  Find a wellness retreat that includes things you enjoy doing in nature. Perhaps your choice would be yoga sessions on the beach. For someone else, a long hike in the woods will be invigorating.Let RetreatMi Help!At RetreatMi, we want to help you learn more about a healthy lifestyle and reap the benefits of a wellness retreat in nature. We have a wide variety of healthy retreats to choose from and they all have a wide range of healthy activities, food choices, and locations. If you are not sure where you want to start, fill out our online form and let us help you choose the best wellness retreat for you!

We all need a little time now and then to relax, rejuvenate and reset. A detox retreat is the perfect way to give your body a break, but, what does a wellness detox retreat really mean for you and your health?From kick-starting weight loss to increasing energy levels and boosting your immune system, a detox retreat will help you on your journey with personalised healthy nutrition, detoxifying spa treatments, and cleansing wellness activities. In this blog, we’re giving you all the information you need to see exactly what the health benefits of a detox retreat are.Create Healthier Eating HabitsAs the saying goes, “you are what you eat”. So, during a healthy detox retreat, you’re encouraged to decrease your intake of ‘bad’ foods such as alcohol, coffee, sugar, meat, and dairy, and replace these with nutrient-rich ‘good foods’ to ensure optimum nutrition. You’ll also create healthier habits for your mind by taking a break from technology, with many retreats offering a digital detox.One of our retreats that is fantastic for creating healthier eating habits is the 7 Days Signature Detox Package on the beautiful island of Koh Samui, where you can indulge in stunning vistas, yoga, meditation, swimming, and spa treatments whilst eating a healthy vegetarian diet fortified with toxin-flushing detox juices and shots. Boost Your Immune SystemAll that nutrient-rich food does wonders for your health. Your body will spend less time processing foods that are difficult to break down and digest and more time building your immune system, increasing your ability to fight off illness and infection. Your internal organs will be cleansed and cleared of unwanted impurities, allowing them to perform in the way that they should naturally.Why not boost your immune system with a 10-Day Yoga Package in Thailand! Practice yoga every day while enjoying daily massages, healthy meals, and smoothies. Plus, get a dose of Vitamin D!Increase Your Energy LevelsOne of the best parts of a detox retreat is increasing your energy levels. Many people rely on sugar and caffeine-heavy foods and drinks to put a little pep in their steps in their everyday lives. A detox retreat gives you the chance to cut down on sugary, high-caffeine snacks and fill your body with nutrient-dense foods that provide your body with a natural high and increase in energy levels. Rest, relaxation and excellent healthy food are guaranteed at a 5 Night Rayya Wellness Retreat in Dubai. Discover 360-degree wellness solutions designed to help guests achieve personal transformation of body, mind, and soul through various treatments and retreat packages with varying levels of immersion into the wellness experience.Reduce StressDetox retreats are a great way to help you unwind and de-stress after the chaotic nature of day-to-day life. From meditation and yoga to digital detoxes and detoxifying spa treatments, letting go of stress is a great way to support the process. Are you looking to reduce your stress? We’ve got you! Check out this incredible 10-Day Anti-Stress & Burnout Package in Thailand, where you can recharge and rebalance your mind, body & spirit through a combination of relaxing & healing spa treatments, nourishing foods, and supportive emotional therapies.Improved Physical AppearanceA combination of a nutrient-rich diet, healthy activities, and stress reduction can have a massive impact on your physical appearance. By detoxing, you’ll begin to notice external changes such as a radiant complexion and healthier hair and nails. You’ll also probably see some weight loss as you create healthier eating habits and take part in exercise classes such as yoga and pilates. This 10-Day Be Fit Programme is a great detox retreat to help you get fit, lose weight, and nourish your body, mind, and soul. You’ll have access to yoga, meditation, and fitness classes, as well as the pool, sauna, and fitness room during your stay. Not to mention, nutritionally balanced superfood meals fuel your body and help you create healthy habits during your stay. If you’re thinking about a health and wellness retreat to boost your mental and physical health, why not use our retreat builder to plan a personalised travel experience that best suits your needs? You can choose your location, your property, activities, food, and transport to create affordable wellness retreats and ensure your detox retreat is perfect for you. 

Most of us lead busy lives, trying to squeeze in time for work, family commitments, errands - the list goes on! To escape the chaos, many people are beginning to turn their attention to wellness retreats and vacations. From dreamy detox locations in the hills of Koh Samui to rugged adventure trails across the Grand Canyon, there's a perfect wellness vacation property for everyone. But how do you know you're getting the best deal? Or that you've found the perfect wellness retreat for you? And with more people than ever all searching online for their dream wellness vacation rental, how do you snag that hidden gem?We're about to give you the lowdown on how to find the best wellness property online. Know your own goalsUnlike leisure holidays, most wellness retreats target specific aspects of your health and wellbeing. Would you like to lose weight? Learn a new skill? Try your hand at water sports? Fully immerse yourself in relaxation at a meditation retreat? Understanding why you're looking for a wellness retreat is a great place to start your search. You'll find it easier to pick a wellness vacation property if you keep your goal in mind when you're searching.Coincidentally, when you use our Retreatmi property finder, you can search with your end goal in mind, discovering properties that are ideally suited to your intentions. Do your researchWe can't stress how important it is to research your property thoroughly before you book your wellness vacation. Read up about your chosen property, take a look at the pictures you can find online, and check out reviews from previous guests. If you book your wellness retreat using Retreatmi, you can find all this information in one place. You'll also be safe in the knowledge that the properties on our site are vetted and approved by the Retreatmi team. Location, Location, Location!Your location plays a big part in your wellness getaway. Close your eyes and visualise where you see yourself getting the most benefit for your health and wellbeing. What pops into your mind first? Are you nestled amongst the treetops in a forest? Walking through the sands of an ocean-front beach resort? On top of a mountain? In the midst of an olive grove?Think about what you want most and narrow down the location for your trip.Did we mention that you can search by location using Retreatmi? We have thousands of wellness properties to choose from across Europe, Asia, North America, and South America.Get to grips with your budgetWellness retreats can range dramatically in price, so be aware of your budget when you start looking. The kind of accommodation you want can significantly alter the cost of your trip, so think about what your priorities are. Are you dreaming of a luxurious escape? Or would you be willing to try a no-frills eco-retreat? Do you want a room for yourself? Or would you be up for sharing in a dorm? With Retreatmi, you can search for your property based on cost, so you can build a personalised travel experience to suit your budget. Decide on a structureWhile some retreats are built for relaxation with minimal activities, others are jam-packed with things to do, or are focused on building new skills. Thinking about your activity levels and fitness goals will help you figure out which kind of retreat resonates more with you. For example, do you want a high-intensity Crossfit challenge or a calming meditation and yoga retreat?Did you know you can search for a property based on the activities they offer using Retreatmi? If this is the most important aspect of your wellness retreat, this can be a great way to start off your search!What facilities will you need?Are you looking to get back to basics with minimalist accommodation, or will you require a certain amount of facilities on your trip? Whether you're looking for gym equipment, a swimming pool, or cooking and cleaning facilities, it's essential to look for a wellness vacation home that can best accommodate your needs. At Retreatmi, we list the facilities available at every property clearly on their profile page, so you don't need to spend all your time checking to see if your favourite venue has a kettle!PersonalisationThe success of a retreat increases significantly if you can include some level of personalisation, so think about your itinerary, inclusions, and wellness offerings beforehand. For example, if you aren't a yoga master, you might want to include a few private sessions with the instructor to feel more at ease.The best news is that you can plan your personalised travel experience to the very last detail using Retreatmi's Wellness Retreat Builder. Find your property, discover your activities, choose your food, book your transportation, and then simply pay and relax. It really can be that simple to choose the best wellness property online. Whatever a wellness retreat means to you, Retreatmi can help you plan it with ease. Use our easy online booking platform to build your perfect getaway today. 

A wellness retreat is a unique getaway - likely the most rewarding holiday you could give yourself. Every time you choose to enjoy a wellness retreat, you’re giving yourself a gift, a chance to up the ante on your mental and physical wellbeing. These retreats give you the opportunity to disconnect from the distractions of modern life and find the inspiration to reach your goals - whether that’s weight loss, anti-aging, detox, stress relief, or exercise - with the guidance of health and wellbeing professionals.Finding Wellness In A Little Slice Of ParadiseKoh Samui is becoming an increasingly popular destination for health and wellness enthusiasts. With stunning beaches, crystal-clear seas, and beautiful forested hills as well as a range of fabulous health and wellness resorts, it’s not hard to see why. Located off the southeast coast, Koh Samui is the second largest of Thailand’s many islands. It has excellent access for tourists, with non-stop flights from Bangkok taking around 60 minutes and departing hourly throughout the day. The airport is also international, with direct flights to Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and China. Health-conscious travellers will find that the palm-fringed island is the perfect destination not only for the classic beach holiday, but also to indulge in a soothing wellness retreat, with great healthy food options, an abundance of activities, such as yoga and hiking to try out, and a beautiful, peaceful atmosphere. Best Koh Samui Properties In RetreatmiAbsolute SanctuaryAbsolute Sanctuary is Asia’s leading health and wellness resort, specialising in Spa, Detox, and Yoga holiday packages. The resort, set in the peaceful hillsides of Koh Samui, offers a holistic approach to health, based on the needs of their guests. With a wide range of detoxification programs, healing spa therapies, inspiring yoga, pilates reformer, gym classes, and a healthy gourmet cuisine restaurant, the Absolute Sanctuary caters to those seeking a journey back to a long-term rebalancing of their bodies and minds.Punch It GymThis Muay Thai Gym in Koh Samui offers a completely unique experience to tourists looking to ramp up their health and fitness on holiday. Punch It is not just a Muay Thai camp in Thailand. They are set apart by their training programmes which mix modern and traditional methods and are suited to your personal goals, needs and experience level. Whether you simply want to have your first Muay Thai experience, train for fitness, or if you are a professional fighter, you are welcome to join the family.Visit Natural Detox ResortNext door to Punch It Gym, you’ll find the beautiful and cozy Visit Natural Detox Resort. A popular resort for tourists from all over the world, Visit helps you focus on doing what your body does best - cleansing itself naturally with food and exercise. The resort is home to a superfood cafe, clean and comfortable bedrooms, detox treatments, as well as quality workouts and yoga classes. The team will help you balance mind, body, and spirit by ensuring your body has the healthiest food to fuel it, daily exercise to sweat toxins out, along with enough downtime for you to relax and regenerate at your own pace.Baan KileeIf there were ever a place to remain forever, it would be Baan Kilee. Located on Koh Samui’s unspoiled western coast, the 8-bedroom sanctuary sits on 1.5 acres and 30-metres of beach frontage on the white sands of Lipa Noi, one of Koh Samui’s few year-round swimming beaches. Dedicated to family and wellness, Baan Kilee is an unparalleled retreat for the entire family, no matter how young or old. The fully accessible property comes with a vast 22-metre infinity pool ideal for relaxing on its sunken pool loungers, playing water polo, or simply enjoying some laps as the sun comes up. A second pool lies to the side and you can enjoy a drink at the swim up bar or even an outdoor movie as this sunken pool comes complete with a pull-down projector. A shaded sala too is wonderful for all-day dining and lounging, while the massage deck is ideal for your mid-day spa treatment. There is a world-class gym on-site, and everything from private Muay Thai lessons to spa treatments can be organised by the Villa Manager and concierge team.The View Koh Samui The View Samui Cliffside is a magnificent piece of work and, as the name suggests, the view is nothing short of spectacular. And did we mention the property comes with an incredible infinity pool and jacuzzi? The View opens up to Taling Ngam beach, which is considered a less touristy beach in Koh Samui. Guests can enjoy snorkelling and kayaking any time of day. Or, try walking to the end of the pier and jumping off - it makes for the ultimate Instagram shot! Keep fit with a session of Yoga and Muay Thai by the yoga deck, or work up a sweat at the villa’s private gym. At the end of the day enjoy a relaxing massage at the dedicated sala, overlooking the ocean. If you’re looking to get away from the distractions of daily life to supercharge both mind and body, Retreatmi offers a wide variety of wellness properties you can choose from. Book your healthy adventure today! 

January is a time of resolutions, where we create healthy plans for the upcoming year and do our best to detox, following the overindulgence of the festive season. So, this might be the time you begin to think about booking yourself into a wellness retreat, immersing yourself in health and wellness, withdrawing from the everyday stresses and strains to completely relax and recharge. From delicious healthy meals, healing therapies, counseling, meditation, yoga, and much more, retreats offer a healthy alternative to a regular holiday break; allowing you to unplug, harmonize your body and mental wellbeing and get your natural rhythm back on track. There are so many different types of wellness retreats to choose from, each with its own unique benefits, and you may find it a little confusing to decide which one is right for you. The first step is to know your options, so you can grab the one that jumps out at you and captivates your imagination the most.Here are some of our favourite wellness retreats for 2022. Yoga RetreatYoga retreats are the perfect wellness getaways for exercising both mind and body. Yoga’s philosophy is all about achieving liberation and being one with the universe. So, if you have been feeling at odds with the world, or stuck in your life, this could be the perfect choice for you.Yoga retreats can give you the time to destress and disconnect from the fast pace of life and offer the chance to detox, meditate and deepen your yoga practice, often from some of the most beautiful locations in the world. If a yoga retreat sounds like just what you need this year, check out this incredible 5-day yoga retreat in the stunning Koh Samui, Thailand.Adventure RetreatAdventure retreats are all about fun and reconnecting with the great outdoors taking part in activities such as hiking, cycling, snorkeling, sailing, mountain climbing, abseiling, swimming,  kayaking - any fun outdoor activity you can think of! If you’ve been feeling cooped up over the past two years, an adventure retreat could be just what the doctor ordered. Plus, you’ll get to see some of the most beautiful destinations from a completely different perspective. Adventure retreats are great to exercise both mind and body, giving you a great sense of freedom, liberation, and excitement that you just can’t get with other holidays. If an adventure retreat sounds perfect for you, take a look at this once-in-a-lifetime 10-day multi-sport adventure retreat in the Galápagos Islands.Detox RetreatYou might be crying out for a detox retreat following multiple lockdowns and after the festive season. Luckily detox retreats are the perfect way to rebalance your mind and body. There are all kinds of different detoxes out there, from fasts to juice cleanses and even digital detoxes, and while it is perfectly possible to try a detox by yourself at home, nothing can quite match up to going on a detox retreatThere are so many benefits of a detox retreat including increased energy, boosted immune system, weight loss, radiant appearance, and multiple health benefits. If a detox retreat sounds just right, find out more about this 7-night detox retreat in Dubai. Fitness RetreatWhether you’re a fitness fanatic who wants to incorporate what you love into your getaway, or you’re a couch potato looking to kickstart your fitness journey, a fitness retreat could be the perfect option for you. A fitness retreat gives you the chance to get active in a new environment or deepen the practice of your favourite sport or activity. Not only will you have a chance to get in shape and reach some of your fitness goals but these kinds of retreats are also great for your mental health, giving you a real sense of positivity and the motivation to keep exercising when you get home. If you’re thinking of a fitness retreat, discover this fabulous fitness and wellness retreat in Hippocrates, Greece. Whatever kind of retreat you’re after, you can book the perfect personalised travel experience through our online retreat builder. With Retreatmi, you don’t need to trawl through hundreds of websites to find the right retreat. Choose your destination, property, activities, and food all in one place to build the most unforgettable experience of your life.

Everyone has a dream destination they want to travel to, have a getaway from the routine of daily life, and an experience to cherish. Travelling provides both immense physical and mental benefits,  such as achieving peace of mind, exploring new locations, learning about different cultures and languages, and building memories that can last for a lifetime. If you’re looking into getting on a trip that will offer you wellness and adventure at the same time, here are our top recommended locations for you to try: Portugal and Koh Samui, Thailand. Ready to know why? Read on to find out the best wellness properties and travel spots that will convince you to make these locations your next getaway destination!Introducing PortugalPortugal is a destination rich in culture and offers a wide variety of leisure activities. In addition, it also makes a great venue for wellness and retreat agendas. Nowadays, there are many wellness properties available to choose from where you could enjoy your stay at these locations to the fullest. PortugalSlowly recognized as a vacation hotspot, this country is full of sandy beaches, cultural landmarks, hiking trails, lively nightlife, pilgrimage routes, and beautiful architectural attractions. Moreover, tourists are charmed by this country since it is one of Western Europe’s affordable destinations. Best Portugal Properties In RetreatmiPorto de Mos Luxury VillaThis luxurious villa is located in the Torraltinha neighborhood which is very close to Dona Ana and Porto de Mos beaches. An ideal stay in this villa allows you to enjoy the Algarve’s amazing weather, the quiet neighborhood, and easy access to beaches and town amenities.Vale dos Homens Beach Room in Montes de Praias Guesthouse in AljezurA countryside house located 1km away from the town of Aljezur and just 10 minutes away from the beach. Montes de Praias guesthouse has communal areas with a shared pool, garden, BBQ, and parking. It is a perfect holiday location to enjoy the tranquility of the countryside. Casa da Salga e Vigia in Quinta das AlagoasA rustic guesthouse situated on the outskirts of Praia da Luz with the main beach towns just a few minutes' drive away. The Quinta das Alagoas guesthouse is a renovated traditional farmhouse that offers impressive countryside views that will let you relax and enjoy your vacation.Make Your Every Trip Count!Aside from the location, the place you’re staying at matters to ensure the complete perfect vacation experience. For more Portugal and Koh Samui wellness properties to consider booking for your next vacation, browse through Retreatmi’s website and find the property that matches your interests and budget!

Taking some time off from our usual hectic schedule and lifestyle has been proven beneficial to boost our physical, mental, and spiritual wellbeing. One common way to do this is through a relaxing getaway or vacation. But if you are looking for an enriching escape located at a safe sanctuary to allow you to experience deeper emotional and physical withdrawal from the pressure of everyday life, then wellness retreats are for you. Defining Wellness RetreatsWellness retreats offer a personalised retreat experience that combines relaxation and education. Participating in a health and wellness retreat helps you understand how to pursue a better and healthier lifestyle while slowing down from your hectic lifestyle. Moreover, it is a form of traveling with the purpose of engaging in physical, psychological, or spiritual activities. Attending a wellness retreat lets you disconnect from your normal routine and gives you a chance to shift your perspective and open opportunities for healing and change. Wellness retreats offer benefits for various areas in your life, from emotional pain and blockages to helping reach a level of mental clarity, uplifting your energy, and aiding in overcoming physical manifestations of trauma.What Is The Retreatmi Wellness Retreat Builder? The wellness retreat builder is a personalised wellness retreat tool designed to create activities addressing health concerns such as de-stressing, detox, weight loss, and balance. Unlike the normal retreat packages, you can choose your own and source a combination of activities, accommodation, and more. Additionally, it integrates revitalising spa treatments, holistic healing, and yoga bodywork — the perfect wellness escape to enable you to feel renewed, rejuvenated, and recharged. Benefits of A Wellness Retreat Builder Different kinds of retreats offer different healing benefits. The beauty of choosing your very own customised wellness Retreat is that you can choose what you really need at a specific time in your life. For instance, activities such as forest bathing help lower your stress levels, lower your blood pressure, and heart rate, help improve your sleeping habit along with providing a beneficial boost for your immune system. So why not add this to your retreat vacation? The opportunities are open for you to choose exactly what is meaningful to you.Other common activities included in retreats such as Yoga and meditation are known to contribute to one’s focus to calm your mind, realign your values, and heal from spiritual and mental blockages. You could also achieve digital detox to turn away from the online world for a while and connect with nature while adding in some cycling activities if that was your fancy! There are no limits!How To Use It? Retreatmi offers to fit your schedule and activities so you can achieve your wellness and health goals.  Our customised Wellness Retreat Builder works in 5 easy steps:  Choose your property – this can vary depending on your budget, preferred property type, and locationChoose your activities – various activities to choose from such as yoga, Muay Thai, Pilates, hiking, and other sports activitiesChoose your food – a wide variety of cuisine types such as local, vegan, lactose-free, halal, and many moreChoose your transportation – to ease out you’re traveling from place to place; you can pick the transportation that suits your needsPay and enjoy your much-deserved relaxationIf you’re ready to embark on a journey to a wellness retreat that will take you away from the stress of daily life while learning healthier practices and new skills to let you live a more balanced, connected, and mindful life, book your wellness retreat at Retreatmi now!

Yoga is among the many activities to help physical and mental state. Some made it a part of their lifestyle, while others dedicated the same amount of passion for yoga to teaching others. Yoga teaching is often viewed as 'living the dream' because people do what they love every day and get paid to do it. Others are even lucky enough to travel into different paradise locations while teaching. If you're someone who has a passion for yoga, meditation, and Pilates teaching but is lost on where and how you can get started with your yoga instructor’s dreams, then we can help you! Yoga Teaching As A Vocation  The growing interest in this career choice has continuously increased over the years. As a result, more than 15,000 people are choosing the path of becoming yoga teachers each year.  One interesting thing about this job, aside from the fact that this doesn't even feel like a job, especially when you love yoga, is its versatility. It's easy to put up a studio or do it virtually at home or even travel to places to teach yoga. Here are a few tips for finding a flexible yoga teaching job abroad to get you closer to your dreams!1. Become A Retreatmi Yoga Instructor HostIf you are looking for a dynamic way of marketing various aspects of your business to a group of individuals that shares the same passion and interest for wellness, becoming a host with Retreatmi can help you. Retreatmi is an all-in-one platform that allows you to build and list different services to generate further revenue from multiple streams.Becoming a Retreatmi host is a great avenue for qualified yoga teachers to further nurture their careers all while keeping flexibility and growth in any location around the world. You can sign up as a Retreatmi host in three simple steps and start creating your free listings. 1. Create a profile https://retreatmi.com/vendor-login 2. Complete the details about yourself and your experience 3. Send your details to our team who will create your bespoke listing You can then access all your bookings and use our online tool to manage your business.Now, looking for places to begin your wellness activities as a yoga teacher in these places may be quite challenging, and Retreatmi is here to make it easier for you! With our offers of competitive rates and 5% commission to independent businesses, becoming a host sounds like a good plan. Satisfy your wanderlust and desire to teach yoga, sign up with Retreatmi today.2. Find your nicheYoga teaching is becoming an industry that's growing more saturated every day. It could lead to encountering challenges, so finding your niche as a yoga teacher is a key to making things easier. Whether you like teaching for kids or the elderly or interacting with bilingual people, find the unique set of communities you can fit yourself in.3. Build an online presenceThe internet can be anyone's best friend since we are now living in a technologically advanced era. If you are deciding to pursue a career on your own or depend on an employer, you can take advantage of gaining an impressive online presence to help you out. You can achieve this through the help of various social media platforms as well as having a website.4. Try teaching or assisting classes for a hotel/hostel and retreats.It is common for most hotels or hostels to offer yoga classes for their guests. Doing this can help build your yoga teaching portfolio, reach a variety of audiences, and earn. You can also build a good network with retreat leaders and other yoga teachers. Best Locations to Teach YogaWhile you can do yoga teaching almost anywhere, some places stand out a little more than the rest. Here are some places where you can spend your yoga teaching career:Bali – hailed as the world's yoga capital, the Indonesian island offers a rich experience for teachers and learners. If you're looking into going straight to a community where yoga is openly practiced and accepted, you wouldn't have a hard time starting in this place. There are many properties you can rent to start your teaching journey.Australia – the land down under has many yoga enthusiasts eager to meditate, learn, and live through yoga. You can set up a place in studios or properties situated along beaches, making practicing and teaching yoga even more calming. There's nothing more peaceful than being by the beach, hearing the ocean waves, and achieving that sense of calmness through the help of yoga.Thailand – a country with an overflowing culture; Thailand offers many retreat places to build your yoga teaching career. Hotels and properties in its different islands have existing yoga retreats and yoga classes that you can participate in to develop your career path.Portugal – although the country is mostly known to surfers and wine-lovers, there has been a growing number of spiritually inclined crowds and communities where you can dedicate your time to teaching yoga. Set up your yoga studio or do classes through retreats in different areas on the Atlantic coast or further inland for a more serene environment.

Are you looking for the perfect couples retreat? Getting away this year as a couple is a long-awaited break for many of us. With lots of travel restrictions easing, we can hopefully look forward to the rest of this year being full of adventure, freedom and relaxing breaks with some much needed time with your special someone.We’ve put together 6 couples holiday ideas, - from sailing around the islands in Croatia to hiking in Peru and working on a deep spiritual transformation together, if you can’t find something to suit you on our list, be sure to take a look at our full list of retreats.Wildlife loving couples We have the perfect wildlife adventure to experience together in the breathtaking scenery of the Galapagos Islands. You can go ashore at the lesser-visited island of Isabela and spend your days with playful sea lions, giant manta rays and the Galapagos giant tortoise. This adventure offers a great balance of guided excursions and free time, with plenty of additional activities to opt for, such as hiking the Sierra Negra volcano and visiting the Charles Darwin research station. If you want to immerse yourselves in the natural habitats of some amazing wildlife, this is the trip for you. Click here to find out all about this once in a lifetime trip.Hiking obsessed couplesCombine the cultural highlights of the Sacred Valley with the challenge of one of the world’s best-known hikes. This includes a four-day Inca Trail trek, which passes through a stunning combination of the region’s ruins, mountainscapes and cloud forests. Once you catch your first glimpse of Machu Picchu in the early morning light, you’ll know it was all worthwhile. All equipment and quality food is taken care of, so you can relax and enjoy the beauty of the region. Learn about the traditional ways of life and visit local markets alongside completing this epic hike together. Click here to find out more.Renew your body, mind and soul as a coupleTake a visit to the world’s first Rayya Wellness Centre situated in The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel - it offers the most organic, yet decadent relaxation and rejuvenation experiences imaginable. It is designed to help guests achieve personal transformation of body, mind and soul, through a variety of treatments and retreat packages with varying levels of immersion into the wellness experience. To check out all the wonderful couples wellness retreat options available click hereFor couples that want to get creativeReset your life and explore your creative side with this bespoke retreat in the Lake District. This is an opportunity to use nature and art to erase past stresses and reboot your present and future. Nurture the budding artists in you, learn basic colour theory and focus on ways to access your imagination for full creative fulfilment. Artist and hypnotherapist, Melissa Alley Tecklenberg uses her experience to help you fully enjoy and connect with the stunning Lake District scenery. To look into this creative couples retreat click hereSail away as a coupleThe best way to see the stunning islands of Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast is aboard a private yacht - all aboard for a week in paradise as you set sail out of the beautiful Dubrovnik. It’s an amazing way to explore the historic towns and visit the world Heritage-listed walled city. Wander the length of car-free Lopud in the idyllic Elafiti islands, discover lush forests of Mijet - which are yet to be spoiled by mainstream tourism. Visit Odysseus Cave where, according to legend, the king of Ithaca once found refuge after surviving a shipwreck. Korculais, once ruled by the Roman, Venetian and Austro-Hungarian empires is a wonderful quiet escape to visit, full of vineyards, olive groves and tranquil coves. Cross the water from the island of Vis to Cave Bisevo’s blue grotto in a rowing boat, expect crystal clear waters and spectacular scenery. Find out more about this stunning adventure to do as a couple hereGo on a spiritual journey as a coupleEnjoy a relaxing retreat that leads to a deep transformation in the medieval town of Ubbio in central Italy. During this retreat you will practice powerful spiritual techniques such as Sound Healing, Holistic Rebirth, Angel Reiki and you will actually receive a certification in Level 1 Angel Reiki - healing by laying on of hands. Tuck into organic vegetarian dishes made from mainly locally grown ingredients, prepared by a chef that understands the importance of the energy of food. To find out more about this incredible retreat perfect for couples click here This year more than any year, we definitely need a trip away & special time together to look forward to, and a couples retreat is the perfect option. Why not explore our full list of retreats and available properties to find a break to make some wonderful memories together.

Well what a time, finally the UK decided to drop the quarantine to the Amber list for those who are double jabbed, grateful I have my second one this week! Not that I’m off anywhere COVID has left me drryyyyer than a UAE sand dune, unable to work and trying to keep a start up moving! However! For those lucky monkeys that have had the opportunity to keep working and save those COVID pennies I’m sure you are ready to go go go!  Where can I travel when I've had both vaccinations?Wondering where you're able to enter with your new found freedom? As although we can re-enter the UK freely it does not mean those countries our welcoming us with open arms. So here is some inspiration for where those double jabbers can go fairly freely, some require a COVID test before you depart** Travel Ideas for the Fully VaccinatedGREECE –  Mykonos, Greece’s answer to St. Tropez! With beautiful beaches, quaint towns and a wonder of wellness options Mykonos is a must, especially for those who like to mix a little wellness with a little socialising!Check out here some of super properties and wellness provided by out incredible hosts Sweat Vacay. ITALY –  Explore Italy’s spectacular coastline. Do some activities such as hiking for some great views of Italy’s coastline, kayaking to some secluded beaches. You also get to relax by the beach and enjoy delicious meals overlooking spectacular cliffs, colourful villages and sparkling seas. Check out awesome retreats you can join or beautiful properties for you and your tribe to create you own! SPAIN (BALERICS) – Check-in at Ibiza, Spain’s charming luxury boutique rentals that has amazing views and fabulous sunsets. While you’re there are lots of things to do, attend a yoga session, explore historic landmarks, visit small towns and what Ibiza is known for beach clubs. Here are some amazing properties to book where you can indulde in private yoga sessions with our amazing host Opale. THAILAND (PHUKET) – Offers great white beaches, lots of water activities like kayaking, surfing and diving. If water activities is not your thing, take a picnic and visit several waterfalls throughout Phuket and drop by some colourful Buddhist temples. At the end of the day take a relaxing Thai massage. Check out this private villa that has an amazing oceanfront view and your own personal chef! CROATIA – Enjoy a full and authentic experience recreating your favourite scenes from the Game of Thrones. If you are a nature person you’ll have plenty of choices visiting the national parks, lakes and waterfalls. The best way to experience Croatia’s crystal waters is by going sailing. Here our hosts incredible tours to join. GEORGIA – Georgia is all about nature and history. This is a sweet spot for those who love hiking and camping and enjoy stunning views of the Caucasus Mountain Range. Enjoy also a different spa experience as Georgia is known for its natural hot springs. CURACAO – Curaçao is a Caribbean gem. It is the perfect spot to relax, and do underwater activities. There are great spots also for kite surfing and hiking at a nature park to get incredible views. Here are some incredible stays in Curacao you can curate your own private spa getaway with these local spa providers. ICELAND – When you say Northern Lights, Iceland comes at the top of the list to see this celestial wonders. There are endless nature activities here such as whale watching, cycling the Ring Road, hiking and camping to get the best views of the valleys, forests and glaciers. Before ending your trip take a dip at one of the geothermal baths. Click here to check out Iceland Tours. CYPRUS – Looking for a place that has blue skies and perfect year round weather, Cyprus is the place to be. While you're here discover ancient history, enjoy Mediterranean cuisine, or just relax by the beach. You can also experience living like a local by trying bread making, olive picking or learning a craft from the locals. SWITZERLAND – Known for the Alps that offers simply breath-taking views all around you, including spotting six countries when you’re at the summit. There are lots of activities aside from skiing such as taking an e-bike tour, camping, rafting, paddle boarding, and at the end of the day enjoy a thermal bath with a view.  As you can see, if you're looking for fully vaccinated holiday ideas, there's lots of options out there if you are wondering where to travel after both jabs. Explore all our retreats, properties and adventures using our search facility.  Restrictions provided by SHERPA, updated 12/07/21

If you’re looking for a family holiday with a difference, where you can try new experiences together and make memories that will last a lifetime, Retreatmi has an extensive range of unique family holidays to suit everyone.Alternative Family Holiday IdeasA cultural experience for all the familyWant to give your children a cultural learning experience? Why not immerse them in the Nomadic spirit of the Imazighen heritage in outback Morocco. Leave the modern world behind as you travel to the green edges of Mt. Toubkal National Park on a four-day intrepid family retreat to Ouirgage, which will offer a sense of adventure and a taste of tradition. Take the family on hikes through the red earth hills and green-dotted valleys, visiting small villages and farms and connecting with the locals. Surround yourselves with the flavours and scents of this wild part of the country. Learn to make some iconic local dishes with a tanorte and tagine cooking demonstration, recipes you can recreate at home for family dinners. Take this all in whilst relaxing in the pool overlooking the mountains.To see more about this Moroccan Family Adventure click hereA yoga retreat with childrenFor yoga lovers, the beautiful La Casa Shambala is situated in the famous ‘garden of England’ right in the heart of Kent. What makes this place so special is the fact that you are encouraged to bring your children along whilst you certify as a Yoga teacher. Maybe you just want to immerse yourself in your personal practice, but also want to spend quality time with your children. The creators of this break understand this can be a difficult juggle. You can enjoy this experience together, working through a special schedule for young minds that provides a playful way of connecting what you learn and practice during the course. The program will deliver the majority of the theory in an interactive online course with weekly teacher/student sharing and practices prior to your onsite retreat visit. This is a beautiful experience to take for yourself, as well as sharing with your child.To take a closer look into this UK retreat, click hereA family adventure with teenagersThe North Island of New Zealand has spectacular scenery; get up close and personal with this amazing place and work through this awesome itinerary, creating those special memories with your older children. Activities include a bike ride through the Karangahake Gorge and hiking the Tongariro Crossing - one of the world’s most famous one-day hikes. Jet boats and kayaks will provide your transport along the Whanganui river to make sure you get adventure both on water and on foot.. Visit the bubbling mud pools in a geothermal area and enjoy a traditional hangi dinner, this 8 day trip is the perfect fun-filled family introduction to New Zealand.To check out this amazing New Zealand family adventure holiday click hereA celebration of nature and wildlife for the whole familyReconnect with the natural beauty of the world with a special retreat in Turkey, celebrating nature, wildlife and local cuisine. Your family will have the chance to visit a turtle rehabilitation centre and learn how the injured creatures are nursed back to health. Splash around in the crystal clear blue waters of the Med whilst you spend the day on a private boat visiting small islands. Enjoy an easy family-friendly hike through the stunning mountainous terrain between Kayakoy and Oludeniz beach, a world-famous lagoon that is often listed among the top beaches in the world. Learn some new family favourites in a traditional meze cooking class with locally foraged produce - this trip really does have something for the whole family.To check out more about this awesome family retreat in Turkey click hereWhether you are looking for an action-packed family trip or a relaxing retreat with your children, we’ve got family holidays to suit all tastes and budgets - to see more family trip ideas, click here

With dog ownership reaching an all-time high over the pandemic period, there are now lots more families searching for dog-friendly holiday ideas in the UK so their new furry family members can enjoy a break away too. But where are some great places to take your dog on holiday? We’ve got some suggestions that the whole family will enjoy.The Lake DistrictIf you’re keen to get out and about walking with your four-legged friend, you’ll be spoiled for choice in The Lake District. There are 16 stunning lakes to explore, perfect for gentle walks, challenging hikes and everything in between.Ready to relax a little? Enjoy the lakes from a different perspective with a boat tour, many of which are dog-friendly, such as those on popular Windermere and Coniston Water. At the end of the day, you’ll be welcomed into one of the many dog-friendly pubs that can be found in the charming villages of Keswick, Ambleside and beyond.CornwallA very accommodating county for dogs, aside from all the lovely country walks and beautiful beaches, there’s also lots of popular attractions that are dog-friendly.Popular tourist destinations include the fascinating Eden Project (dogs on leads allowed in the outside areas), the beautiful Trebah Gardens on the Helford and the ancient castles of Pendennis in Falmouth, and Tintagel.When it comes to the beaches, although there are some restrictions in place for dogs, depending on what time of year you visit, most beaches allow dogs either outside of the main hours, or on leads.North Wales and SnowdoniaEver wanted to trek up a mountain with your dog at your side? Mount Snowdon in the Snowdonia National Park awaits! There’s a number of different routes to reach the summit at 1085m, so you can choose one that matches the fitness and ability of your family.In the wider area, you’ll find plenty of dog-friendly places to visit, such as the Conwy Water Gardens and the huge Point of Ayr beach with plenty of space to run free.Yorkshire DalesA wonderful walking holiday in the Yorkshire Dales will definitely get tails wagging, plus there are lots of lovely dog-friendly pubs to round off a day of exploring.Visitors will also find 17 Miles without Stiles routes in the Dales, which are a collection of accessible walking routes suitable for all abilities and for wheelchair users, pushchairs and those with limited mobility. Popular routes include a walk around Malham Cove, the River Rawthey or Aysgarth Falls.Devon29 of the top attractions in Devon welcome dogs, so if you’re planning a holiday with the family you’ll have lots to choose from. Why not take a trip to the charming The Donkey Sanctuary or Miniature Pony Centre, or perhaps a visit to the Devon Railway Centre? The grounds of both Powderham Castle and Castle Drogo are dog-friendly, as is the Killerton stately home. Of course, rolling countryside and two coastlines means you’ll also find plenty of local walks wherever you’re staying too.Ready to get out there exploring with your four-legged friend? We’ve got lots of walking retreats booking now, many with just a £49 deposit to secure your place. Take a look at our retreats page to find out more.

Whether you want to soak up some rays on a gorgeous beach, or have the opportunity to capture that ultimate Instagram snap, our collection of some of the world’s most beautiful beaches for your bucket list is sure to tick all your boxes. Read on to discover some of the most incredible waterside destinations to help you plan your next beach holiday or must-stop location on your next adventure.Railay Beach, Thailand Inaccessible by road, stunning Railay Beach in Thailand can only be accessed by the water - just hop aboard a 10 minute longtail boat from nearby Ao Nang.Soft sand and crystal clear warm waters await, a great spot for snorkelling, or hire a kayak to explore the towering limestone cliffs.Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman An incredible spot for spectacular sunsets, Seven Mile Beach in the Cayman Islands is a great safe beach for visitors, including those with young children.Easy to access, this huge expanse of coral sand means that there’s plenty of space for everyone, with snorkelling with the local stingrays being a particular highlight.As the day ends, there’s plenty of restaurants and beach bars to keep everyone entertained by the water’s edge.Punalu'u Black Sand Beach, Big Island, HawaiiOne of the few places in the world where you can experience black sand between your toes! The jet-black shore of Punalu’u, which was formed from the lava from nearby Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, is striking and memorable.It is a rocky beach, so not one that’s recommended for swimming, however the unique sight of coconut palms contrasted against black sand, plus the napping Hawaiian green sea turtles, certainly makes up for it.Whitehaven Beach, Whitsunday Island, AustraliaWhitehaven Beach is the most photographed beach in Australia, and it’s easy to see why thanks to the aquamarine water and brilliant white sand.A repeat winner of clean beach awards, Whitehaven Beach is on the largest of the 74 Whitsunday Islands dotted along the Great Barrier Reef. The beach is only accessible by boat or seaplane, and as the sand is almost pure silica, it doesn’t retain heat from the sun so it’s always cool underfoot.Mogren Beach, CroatiaMogren Beach in Croatia is actually split into two parts, with the second small beach reached via a small cave tunnel, or an easy swim round. The beach is accessible by car or a short walk from the Old Town.Surrounded by limestone cliffs and lush green foliage, visitors can choose to relax on the sun loungers or get adventurous with cliff jumping, hiking or rock climbing.Cala Saladeta, IbizaHead to the west coast of Ibiza to find this gorgeous little cove. You’ll need to take the footpath from nearby Cala Salada beach to find the jade waters and soft sands of Cala Saladeta.Be sure to pack a picnic, and perhaps an umbrella as a sun shade, as there are no amenities here. Instead you’ll find peaceful snorkelling in this sheltered bay, plus the chance to enjoy a stunning sunset.Durdle Door Beach, EnglandMany people will be familiar with this popular beach on the south coast of the UK, thanks to the striking Durdle Door rock formation that extends out into the sea.It’s a 20 minute steep walk plus over 100 steps to access the beach, but once there you’ll be greeted by a pebble and shingle beach surrounded by towering cliffs and clear waters, and of course, this famous view.Has our best beaches bucket list inspired your next adventure? Why not explore the properties and retreats currently available and start ticking off these incredible destinations.

More and more people are becoming aware of their individual impact on the environment. For those of us who love to travel, we’re often faced with uncertainty about whether we can still get out there and explore, while being kind to the planet that we love.The good news is yes you can travel sustainably! All it takes is a little more planning and awareness before you go and while you’re away. There’s actually a lot you can do to be a sustainable traveller, so read on for some of our top tips for sustainable travel...How to be a sustainable traveller - Before you goCarbon offset your flightIt’s well known that flying isn’t a very eco-friendly mode of transport, but where travelling by train, road or water isn’t possible, you can choose to offset the carbon footprint of your flight.When you book your next flight you should see a carbon offset tick box - mark the box and pay a little extra and your emissions will be compensated for by the airline thanks to schemes such as tree planting and conservation projects.Don’t print your boarding pass & reservation documentsLet technology pick up the paperwork. If you’ve got a smartphone you can also have all your boarding passes and check-in documents electronically stored, either in the relevant app or on your email.Pick up some eco-friendly travel productsGet off to a good start with the right products to help you have an eco-friendly trip. A reusable water bottle is a must, and solid toiletries such as shampoo bars and soap are a great way to reduce single-use plastic on your travels.You also might like to consider packing a reusable straw, and a reusable bag for your shopping and laundry. Washing items yourself? Eco-friendly detergents will help to reduce your impact on the local environment and don’t forget there’s also some great solar powered products out there, including phone chargers and speakers.Easy ways to be a sustainable traveller while you’re thereUse public transport/walk/cycle where possibleOnce you’ve arrived, take the time to investigate the best ways to get around. We recognise that depending on where you are, some sustainable transport options aren’t practical or safe but wherever you can, choose public transport, hop on a bike or take a walk.Not only will you do your bit for the planet, you’ll also get a chance to soak up your surroundings and the local culture more than you would in the back of a taxi.Hang up your towels & turn everything off when you leave your roomSounds simple but easy things to overlook! Just as you would at home, hang up your towels once used to prevent them being bundled into the laundry unnecessarily.And when it’s time to head out and about for the day, be sure to switch off lights, the tv, air con etc.. when you leave to prevent electricity being wasted.Eat local, and think about going veggie or being vegan for your tripGreat for the environment and great for your experience! Skip the McDonalds and Starbucks and pick up some lovely local dishes when you’re exploring a new place to help reduce the miles the ingredients have to travel to your plate.While you’re away embracing new experiences, why not try going veggie or vegan if you’re not already? Research shows that reducing meat consumption is a great way to reduce our environmental impact.Have you got any great tips for sustainable travelling? We’d love to hear them. Head over to our Instagram or Facebook pages and let us know, and you could see your idea featured in a future post!

We love the simplicity of popping on your walking boots and getting outside. From a stroll around the countryside with the dog, to long days out exploring with the family, it’s easy to see why walking and hiking are some of the most popular activities for people in the UK.But have you gone much further than your local area? As lockdown restrictions are easing, now is the time to get out there and see more of the amazing sights and experiences the UK has to offer with walking breaks or a restorative hiking retreat.How can I start hiking?Everyone can start hiking. The important thing to consider is your base fitness level and experience - just having the right kit doesn’t mean you’re ready to conquer a day-long hike!If you’re new to hiking, start small and build up your fitness by walking for a longer period of time. As a guide for an adult in average health, aim to complete half a mile in 15 minutes, over fairly easy terrain.From here, work up to a three mile hike over about two weeks, which you should aim to complete in an hour. As your fitness and experience increases you’ll find your ability to go further for longer builds. You may like to use a fitness app to monitor your progress.And don’t forget to do some gentle stretching once you’ve finished your hike - your hamstrings, calves and back will thank you!What should I wear hiking?The absolute number one thing to get right is your footwear. When you begin hiking it’s important to prevent blisters and sore feet so you can continue building your fitness and experience, so do invest in proper walking boots or shoes.Your local outdoor shop will have trained staff who can offer guidance. The type of footwear you choose is based on both personal preference and the type of hiking you’re taking on. Many hikers and walkers like to protect their ankles with a sturdy walking boot, but if you’re heading to a hotter climate, you may prefer a trail shoe. Whatever you decide, be sure to allow some time before your hike to break your footwear in before wearing them for hiking.After your footwear is sorted, you’ll want to make sure you have some decent socks to cushion your feet, plus choosing the right wicking material will reduce water accumulation, to keep your feet warm and dry.When it comes to clothing, again this depends on the climate of your hiking destination, but thin layers that allow you to manage your temperature are always recommended. Again, give some consideration to the materials of your clothes - for example, most hikers prefer to avoid cotton clothing as it doesn’t keep you warm if it gets wet and it takes a long time to dry.Fully waterproof clothing is available, which includes trousers as well as jackets, so you may want to consider this option as well, even if it’s just something to pop in your backpack… which leads us on to….What do I need to put in my backpack when hiking?Even for a short hike, a backpack is an important part of your hiking kit. You don’t need to invest loads of money in a proper hiking backpack to begin with, but be sure it is comfortable and has enough space.Always carry water and your mobile phone. We also recommend you include a snack (for example an energy bar or two), and a basic first aid kit just in case.Other items you might want to consider include suncream, an extra layer of clothing or waterproofs as mentioned above, a torch in case you’re caught out, an alternative form of navigation (think a map if you’re using your phone to guide you) and maybe even a swiss army knife.Where can I go hiking in the UK?The UK is packed full of wonderful spots to go walking and hiking. There’s lots of options available for all levels of experience so we definitely recommend getting out there and making the most of the incredible walking and hiking that the UK has to offer. From wild coastal explorations, to stunning mountain landscapes or tracing the footsteps of ancient Britons and beyond, wherever you go in the UK you’ll find hiking trails in the local area.Once you’ve become comfortable with hiking for a few hours, why not think about booking a hiking holiday? A hiking retreat is a great way to explore a new area, often led by an experienced and knowledgeable guide so you can really enjoy your adventure. Many walking and hiking retreats also arrange your accommodation and take care of moving your luggage, so you don’t have to worry about any of the details.We’ve got some great hiking and walking retreats for 2021, and for a limited time only, many of these require only a £49 deposit so you can have something definite booked in to look forward to.Here are some of our top hiking and walking retreats around the uk with a low upfront deposit...4 Days: Walk the Cornish Coast3 Days: Walk the Peak District5 Days: Walk the Cairngorms in Summer6 Days: Hike the Pembrokeshire Coast5 Days: Walk the Jurassic Coast7 Days: Walk Hadrian’s Wall HighlightsWant to explore our full list of £49 deposit breaks and retreats? You’ll find the full list here.

You have come to recognize the signs. Maybe you lack energy or motivation. You have trouble thinking clearly and making decisions. Do you need a reset? Maybe a digital detox would help you reset your lifestyle. But it can be difficult to reset your life while you are surrounded by your day-to-day busy-ness, activities, people, and patterns. It’s especially hard if friends and family don’t help support a healthy lifestyle. If you are ready for a kickstart to a new lifestyle, you may want to start by choosing a wellness retreat. To create a new routine, you will have to step out of your current routine. A wellness retreat provides the perfect setting to help you reset your lifestyle. It gives you a chance to reflect on your life and focus on your health and well-being.Ways Wellness Retreats Help Reshape and Reset Your LifestyleInspiring LocationsYou can choose a wellness retreat at a beautiful location almost anywhere around the world. Retreats are often set up in natural settings to help awaken your appreciation of the world around you. New scenery captivates your attention, stimulates your imaginations, and encourages you to appreciate the beauty around you. These are skills to have at your disposal when you return to your regular life. Many wellness retreats are located in resorts or luxury hotels. When you sleep in a comfortable bed in a quiet room, your body and mind can rest so they can focus on promoting your wellbeing.Bonding With new PeopleWhen you attend a wellness vacation, you are likely to meet a lot of like-minded people. Meeting new people allows you the opportunity to be present for those around you. Bonding with new people helps you create new, real relationships. A safe environment and common goals help you establish new habits like introducing yourself to strangers, sharing your opinion, or building confidence.Learn More About NutritionFor many people, eating is on auto-pilot. We eat whatever is close and convenient without much forethought or preparation. Many diets consist of the same four or five items with no thought of changing them. Choose a wellness retreat with a nutrition expert to gain a better understanding of how your body breaks down and uses foods. You can learn what nutrients you need and make smarter decisions when grocery shopping or planning and preparing meals.Try Exciting, New ActivitiesWellness retreats offer new ways to strengthen your body. You can learn a lot about yourself while you try out various activities like yoga, jogging, spinning, or pilates. When you push yourself to get out of your comfort zone you may be surprised at what you enjoy and what you can accomplish. You may find something you enjoy that can help you engage your mind and tone your body at the same time.Raise Self-AwarenessThere are some skills you learn at wellness retreats that help you become more aware of how you treat yourself and others. Journaling, speaking honestly and openly, and goal-setting are tools designed to help you be more comfortable with self-expression. Instead of overeating or burying your feelings underneath dark silence, you learn to express them healthfully.  Wellness retreats are designed to give you a place to refocus and reset your mind and your life. You learn new tools for coping with life. Incorporating them into your daily life can help bring about the lasting changes you desire. You get to shift to a place outside your normal lifestyle so you can reset and shift to more productive positive lifestyle habits.Are you ready to book your life-changing wellness retreat? Do you know where you want to go yet? Let Retreatmi help you get the life reset you are looking for. We can help you book a healthy retreat with features you will love.Image credit: White Water Magazine 

People today spend more time than ever in front of screens, particularly smartphones. Just swiping a screen gives you access to social media, dating sites, bank transactions, and work emails. Without access to a phone, it’s easy to feel like you are disconnected from everyone around you and the rest of the world. Recent studies indicate that our relationship with technology, specifically with smartphones, is affecting the world in ways you may not realize. Here are a few of the astounding stats:·       Over 60% of people in the study felt that real lives and digital lives are unbalanced.·       Half of most couples use their smartphones to ignore one another.·       65% of participants feel like it’s okay to check their phones during mealtime.·       Almost half admit using phones in public to avoid interacting with others.·       About 60% would like to return to a time before social media.·       90% prefer one real friend over 100 online relationships.If that’s not enough to explain why you need to improve your mental health with a digital detox, studies have shown that social media increases anxiety. It can make us feel “less than” and more disconnected than connected. Are you wondering if a digital detox is right for you? Signs It Is Time for a Digital DetoxMany wellness retreats feature digital detox as part of their offerings. You can get away from computers, smartphones, tablets, and electronic devices in general. Disconnecting from your smartphone is a big choice, but there are a lot of physical and mental health benefits to be had from a digital detox retreat. Here are six signs that you need to detox.Sign 1: Blurred Vision. One of the first signs that you are addicted to your phone or other digital devices is blurred vision. This is because of the excessive squinting you do while navigating the small screen. Your eyes become drier from staring at the screen because you blink less. The blue light devices emit is also problematic. It penetrates the eyes more deeply than regular light causing blurred vision and other eyesight problems.Sign 2: You Have Panic Attacks. If you forget your smartphone at home or lose it on the run and it causes you to have a panic attack, then you need a detox. While addictions to phones are commonly turned into jokes, it’s not really a joking matter.Sign 3: You Work During Your Free Time. If you find yourself working during free time and off the clock, you may have a digital addiction. While you are scrolling social media and texting, it’s too easy to keep a watch on your work emails.Sign 4: Frequent Headaches and Memory Loss. Staring at blue screens too much can cause you to have a lot of headaches. The worse part, it is can also lead to cognitive impairment. Doctors actually have a name for short-term memory loss – digital dementia.Sign 5: Loss of Awareness. Especially if you live in the city, you must be aware of traffic, other people, buildings, and other types of obstacles. One symptom of digital addiction is the loss of being vitally aware. People often get lost in texting and forget about their surroundings. Not only can this be dangerous, but it can also be deadly. Wellness Retreats Offer Digital DetoxIf you are looking to reset your whole being including your physical and mental health, a wellness retreat may be your answer. A healthy vacation can help you detox, recharge, de-stress, break unhealthy habits, and unplug – literally. Check out the healthy retreats from RetreatMi. You’ll find many different styles of retreats to choose from. Many of them include the option of doing a digital detox. Take a look at let us know if we can help match you to your perfect wellness retreat.  

So, you’ve decided it’s time for you to unwind at a yoga retreat. You chose your favorite destination, purchased the healthy retreat package that had all the features you wanted, and are packed and ready to go. It’s natural to still feel a little bit apprehensive about going to your first-ever yoga retreat. If you’ve never been, you don’t have an idea what it’s really like, and you want to know what to expect. That’s just being realistic right? Knowing what to expect will help you prepare to get the most out of your retreat. Yoga Retreat ExpectationsA yoga retreat is a worthwhile investment of your time and money. It’s also a great way to invest in yourself. You’ll get to experience a new location, the beauty of nature, and you will likely be pushed out of your comfort zone. Your time will be spent with people you don’t know, but in some ways are similar to you and wanting to break away from their daily grind too. Go with an open mind and embrace the challenges and changes. Here are some of the things you can expect to experience at your first yoga retreat.Positive TransformationsPrograms at yoga retreats revolve around breathing techniques, meditation, and the wisdom of yoga postures. They will provide great benefits for your mind, body, and soul. The different classes will help you get past your limitations and bring about positive transformations.A Healthy LifestyleYou may or may not choose to detox while you are on your yoga retreat. Either way, you will have the perfect chance to learn more about yoga and the ancient science behind it. Ayurveda and healthy eating may be introduced to you for the first time. You will be inspired and encouraged to be more aware of your choices. As you learn about and adapt to the yogic lifestyle, it will foster mindful actions and purposeful life. You will learn what it is like to step out of your comfort zone and make exciting discoveries that can transform your health.Enjoy Scenic BeautyMost yoga retreats involve traveling to a place where natural beauty abounds. Whether you choose sandy beaches or towering mountains, you can relax your mind, body, and soul by practicing meditation surrounded by nature. You will want to connect closely with nature. Expect to feel rejuvenated, happy, and healthy.Taste New FoodsPlease do not expect bland food choices at your yoga retreat. Most quality yoga retreats offer vegetarian, vegan, and other dietary choices that are healthy for the body and taste superb. Meals are designed to nurture the body and energize the mind. Mealtime is communal at most yoga retreats where you can enjoy meeting other like-minded individuals and enjoy healthy, delicious foods.Digital DetoxYou will have the opportunity to detox digitally. This can be a relief for your mind and body as you may feel addicted to smartphones and gadgets. You won’t be bored, and you may not miss technology as much as you think since you’ll be engaging in soul-satisfying activities during your stay. Yoga retreats offer a great time to disconnect from the artificial and connect to the real world.Meet Other Wonderfully Amazing PeopleNot only will you be introduced to enlightening meditation and yoga practices, but you will also have the opportunity to form good connections with others. It’s like entering a whole new community. You’ll be surrounded by and engaged with others who are interested in exploring the practice of yoga to better their lives. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with people from around the world of various backgrounds and cultures. It’s a very enriching experience.Relax and RejuvenateMost retreat packages include different classes and activities like yoga therapy, Ayurveda, and meditation. You can reap the benefits of Ayurveda’s healing touch, wholesome yogic food, pranayama, and meditation. You will also have plenty of free time to relax or do other activities you find rejuvenating.Long-Lasting Rewarding ExperienceA yoga retreat isn’t like a traditional vacation where you come home feeling like you need to detox or getaway again. You will learn skills, gain knowledge, and develop tools to help you continue with a healthy yogic lifestyle at home. The yoga retreat is your pathway to long-term holistic health and wellness.Book Your Yoga Retreat Today!If you haven’t booked your yoga retreat yet, or you are ready for your next one, check out the many options at RetreatMi. We offer a wide variety of yoga retreats including Kundalini and meditation, Ayurveda treatments, and many others at beautiful locations around the world. Contact us today and let us help you book your next healthy adventure!

There are plenty of gift-giving opportunities throughout the year not counting the traditional holiday season. Everyone has a birthday, right? But there’s also Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, anniversaries and numerous other occasions gifts are expected. What if this year you gifted experiences instead of stuff? Experience gifts are thoughtful, personal, and are beyond comparison to traditional gifts. Here are eight great reasons you should surprise your favorite people with experience gifts this year.Reason 1: Experiences Do Not Go Out of StyleSocks, ties, shirts, and other clothing, no matter how popular they are right now, will go out of style. Even technology goes out of style. It’s advancing so rapidly that by the time you buy a new gadget or smartphone, there’s a newer version available. An unforgettable experience will never go out of style. Reason 2: Emotional Connections to Experience GiftsPsychologists study how the brain works and what makes us tick. From this field, we get the term hedonic adaptation.This idea suggests that even though a tangible gift initially makes us feel happy, over time that feeling fades as the object is integrated into our daily lives. No matter how excited you are about getting something new, happiness decreases as it becomes routine. This is why experience gifts stand out. An experience will stick in our minds longer than a present, and memories of the experience and the positive emotions they elicit improve over time.Reason 3: Memories Last When Things Don’tMaterial gifts are brief. Watches stop working, seams rip out of clothes, and toys eventually break or are outgrown. Memories do not. Experience gifts become like snapshots in time especially if they are spent with those you care about the most. This makes them much more valuable than anything that can be wrapped up in a box. Reason 4: Traditional Presents Can’t Be SharedGifting objects are not designed to be shared generally. Experience gifts, on the other hand, are supposed to be shared. Give your friend or relative a culinary retreat or take them on an adventure retreat they will remember for the rest of their lives!Reason 5: Experience Gifts are Way More FunGiving an experience will beat giving socks or ties every time. Give the nature lover 10 days to explore the Galapagosor an 8-day boating and sailing adventure they will never forget. Match your loved one’s experience gift to the things you know they love to do like cycling, hiking, kayaking, yoga, or meditation.Reason 6: No One Needs More StuffMaybe you have heard of the tidying guru Marie Kondo. She came on the scene a few years ago with “Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up” and it’s taken the world by storm. People around the globe have begun decluttering their homes one coffee cup or sweater at a time. Create more memories and less clutter by gifting experiences. They don’t get put on a shelf or forgotten in the top of a closet.Creative Ways to Wrap Experience GiftsExperience gifts are a great alternative to giving more “stuff.” But “stuff” can be tucked into a gift bag or decorative box. How are you supposed to wrap an experience gift? It should be as much fun to open as a traditional gift, right? Here are some creative ways to wrap an experience gift.·       Purchase the tickets for the experience and wrap them like a traditional gift or put them in a fancy gift bag. ·       Find a picture or a logo representing what you are gifting and print it out. ·       Buy a small item that represents the experience gift and wrap it up. Wrap a bottle of nail polish to represent a spa retreat. Or wrap a plastic toy animal for a wildlife adventure.·       Give them something they will need to use the experience gift. A new suitcase or outfit for travel for example.Need More Ideas? At Retreatmi, we have an adventure retreat to match anyone’s idea of fun. Send your loved one on a cycling tour, sailing, kayaking, or hiking adventure. We also have a number of yoga and meditation retreats designed around relaxation and recentering. You will find we have something for everyone!

You did your research and booked the biking tour of your dreams. You’ve got some time before the day you head off on your adventure. Like most things in life, you’ll get out of it only what you put into it. Now it’s time to prepare for your cycling vacation. Preparing adequately will help make your biking tour and riding experience more enjoyable and memorable. Here are seven tips to help you as you prepare for upcoming biking tours.Tip 1: Think About the Bike Tour GradingRead up on your cycling vacation far in advance and take note of the trip grading. This helps you know how to prepare for the ride. Will there be a lot of hill climbing? What will the weather be like during the time you expect to be there? Knowing the itinerary and grade helps you build training sessions so you will be prepared when you get there.Tip 2: Get Your Legs MovingYou need to get plenty of miles on your legs as you prepare for your biking tour. You will want to spend as much time on your bike as you can. While cross-training exercises like weightlifting, running, or swimming are beneficial for your body, they do not equate to time on the bike. Regular cycling activates and builds specific muscle groups. It also helps you get accustomed to sitting on the seat for long periods. However, if your bike tour includes other activities like hiking or kayaking, make sure to condition and prepare for those activities as well.Tip 3: Be Consistent With TrainingWhen your goal is to get cycling-fit, consistency and repetition are key. Try to maintain a specific amount of exercise every week in the weeks leading up to the trip. One way to help you stay consistent with workouts is to schedule them at the same time each week. Also, you want to put them where they fit best in your daily schedule. If it helps you, set reminders on your phone so you won’t forget or skip any workouts.Tip 4: Don’t Forget Hill TrainingMost people don’t like riding hills. But the more you ride them, the more prepared you’ll be. Experiment a little with your gears so you can find your optimum speed. If you use a gear that is too low, you’ll spin the pedals too fast and tire quickly. On the other hand, if you use a gear that’s too high, you’ll use up a lot of energy. The result can be a hip or knee injury. Tip 5: Ride on Different SurfacesTo prepare for bike tours, try riding on various types of surfaces. Your trip notes may give you an indication of the types of surfaces to expect. If your cycling vacation involves riding on dirt trails, rocky paths, or paved roads, be sure to practice training on the same types of surfaces. This helps you be comfortable handling your bike.Tip 6: Ride in Different Weather ConditionsYou may have a good idea of the weather in the region where you’ll do your bike tour. Training in various weather conditions helps you be ready for anything Mother Nature throws at you. If it could rain while you’re on your cycling vacation, train in the rain and test out your rain gear. You’ll learn how it may impact your riding style.Tip 7: Build Your Mileage GraduallyMost bike tours schedule rest stops every 12 to 15 miles. As long as you can comfortably cover this distance, you will be good. If you are new to cycling, start by doing short loops from your home or shorter bike trails. Once you get used to shorter distances, lengthen them gradually until you can comfortably ride 12 to 15 miles. Continue building the distance until you reach the distance planned for the biking event.  Ready to Schedule your Wellness Retreat?Are you ready to hit the roads for a biking adventure? Retreatmi has affordable healthy adventures and wellness retreats that match every interest. Book your next adventure today! 

Most people try to plan some type of getaway at least once each year. Others may take two or more yearly holidays. Getting away from daily tasks and routines affects your overall physical and mental health. When it comes to vacation types, though, there is a wide difference. The trends are leaning more and more toward healthy retreats and many of them focus on yoga, technology detox, or meditation. But lately, weekend adventure holidays have moved to the forefront. These types of getaways still offer healthy benefits but in a dramatically different way. Of course, you will return home rested and refreshed. But getting outside, moving out of your comfort zone, and engaging in positive and healthy activities can provide other long-lasting rewards both physically and mentally. Let’s take a look at the seven great benefits you can experience when you take weekend adventure holidays.Benefit 1: It Feels Good to Move!Life can be extremely busy. So busy, in fact, physical activity is the last thing we think about making time for. The effects on your health can be dramatic. Sedentary lifestyles contribute to heart disease, weight gain, insomnia, and autoimmune diseases. Just traveling can provide many physical and mental benefits. Kayaking, hiking, or strolling along a beach help get you moving toward lasting change. Continued activity will help you feel better overall. One recent study found that adventure travel can help grow the hippocampus which reduces the risk of dementia and memory loss.Benefit 2: Get a Mental BoostGetting out as well as exercising physically boosts your energy and metabolism. Weekend adventure holidays also boost your mental power. Trekking across one of the world’s great wilderness areas, discovering a long-lost cave, or taking a cycling tour of a new region affects your outlook on life. It gives you the time you need to pause and reflect. When you get a fresh and active view of the world, the everyday world feels insignificant. New ideas, cultures, and situations reboot your brain in new ways. Fresh air gives you new energy. Your brain needs that energy since it uses about 20% of the body’s oxygen. Research indicates that just spending time in nature improves your attention and focus.Benefit 3: Stronger Immune SystemBeing outdoors improves your sense of self and others, traveling improves your immune system. A study conducted in Japan discovered that taking a one-day trip to an outdoor, nature park or area boosts the body’s immune activity for a week. In a later study, researchers found that short, leisurely trips to wilderness areas gave the immune system a boost for over 30 days. Benefit 4: Improves Your MoodEven simple travel helps make you happy, and when you are happy, your body reduces your cortisol levels. This stress hormone is 23% lower in people who are happy and content. Weekend adventure holidays help you be more relaxed and help reduce stress and tension. Seeing new sights, having new experiences, and having thoughts change your perspective and boost your mood.Benefit 5: Improved Sleep QualityIt’s well known that plenty of exercise and fresh air helps you sleep better. Sleep is essential for your mental and physical health. Taking weekend adventure holidays provides plenty of activities to keep you busy and moving. Choose your activity from biking to hiking and backpacking to sailing. Moving along trails, boating, or kayaking provides plenty of activity to encourage better sleep. Book Weekend Adventure Holidays with Retreatmi!Are you ready to head out on a weekend adventure holiday? At Retreatmi, you’ll find plenty of affordable adventures and wellness retreats so you can reap the many health benefits. Contact us today to book your next health and wellness adventure!

Have you thought about a healthy getaway? A wellness retreat can be the perfect reset for your mind, body, and soul. Sometimes, it’s easy to get caught up in daily life without realizing we really need a break. Here are just the top 8 signs that it may be time for you to plan a wellness retreat.  #1 – You Feel Like You Just Need a BreakEven if you are working from home due to social restrictions in your area, you can often feel like you just need to get away from it all. You may not miss a long drive to work, but the day-to-day routine can cause burnout fast. If you are dealing with burnout, boredom, or just feel like you need to unwind, a wellness retreat can offer you the perfect break from the hustles of life. Choose a wellness retreat in a serene location close to nature.#2 – You are Addicted to Social MediaHave you found it difficult to put your phone down even for a few minutes? Are you constantly checking your email or social media? A wellness retreat can offer you a digital detox where you can refocus and center in on your health needs. Digital detox is the ultimate step toward self-care.#3 – Decision Making Processes Need ImprovementMultitasking may seem like it helps you be more productive. But multitasking and excessive digital stimulation can lead to poor decision-making. If you find you are doing several things at once like checking email, social media, or answering text messages back-to-back, the continuous multitasking can take a toll. Multitasking increases the production of cortisol, the stress hormone as well as adrenaline. Overstimulating your brain can cause mental fog. Taking a wellness retreat focused on mindfulness and meditation can help you clear the brain fog, so you can make better decisions.#4 – You Don’t Have time to ExerciseWhen you burn the proverbial candle at both ends, you run out of time for the things that help you recharge. You become tired both physically and mentally and exercising is the last thing on your mind. The lack of regular exercise can have adverse effects on your health that go beyond gaining weight and obesity-related conditions like diabetes and hypertension. Your bones and muscles can become weak, and that can impact vital organs. Wellness retreats can help you get back into the groove of exercising and make it enjoyable. It’s also a great opportunity to learn new activities that you’ll find motivating even after returning home.#5 – You Experienced Unexplained Weight GainIf you’ve been trying to lose weight by exercising and watching what you eat, it may be a sign you need to detox. A detox retreat can help you get rid of the buildup of toxins in your body. When the toxins are at a high enough level, they can prevent you from losing weight. A detox retreat helps remove impurities from the body, wiping your slate clean. Learn more about how to combine healthy eating with exercise to help lose weight and boost fitness.#6 – You Feel Tired All the TimeEveryone feels tired from time to time. However, if you feel permanently exhausted, you may be dealing with fatigue which is an entirely different problem. A wellness retreat can be rejuvenating. Just leaving all your stress behind and traveling to a new place can be energizing. If you chose a yoga retreat, you could learn yoga practices, meditations, and breathing techniques that can help you unwind and balance out your energy, so you don’t feel as tired all the time.#7 – You Just Experienced a Significant Life Event or TransitionWhen something significant happens in your life, you’ll have to re-adjust to adapt to the changes that follow. You may find that you will temporarily need more support than usual. If you need direction or inspiration, then a wellness vacation can be the perfect solution. Choose a wellness retreat that offers yoga and meditation to help you open up your mind and prepare for the changes that lie ahead of you.#8 – You Just Need to RelaxDo you find yourself being irritable and angry with people around you, even the ones closest to you? Yoga exercises and breathing techniques can help you release frustration and anger. You can return home more relaxed and able to deal kindly with yourself and with others. Are you ready to get away and find new energy? Contact us at Retreatmi and let us help you organize a wellness retreat. We provide numerous affordable healthy vacations for you to choose. Let us help you find your reset!  

2020 was a tough year for many industries.  With a difficult year fading into time’s rear view mirror, and travel resuming after the pandemic, wellness tourism is one sector expected to expand and be in greater demand. There is no doubt the pandemic has changed the way people travel. But as a sense of normalcy returns people are choosing longer health and fitness wellness retreats. There are many trends to keep an eye on as we move slowly and cautiously into 2021, but here are the top five wellness trends to watch.1.     Healthy Vacations while Working Remotely. There are lots of ongoing restrictions and a push to continue observing safe social distancing. That means a lot of people started working remotely. For those who transition to working remotely, it’s just as easy to work from a picturesque affordable wellness retreat location. While some retreat locations’ design encourages and supports a tech detox, there are also many sites that provide Wi-Fi connectivity. This makes it easy for travelers to work while on vacation. Remote work schedules are flexible and are easily facilitated around health and fitness programs. RetreatMi offers a large range of properties, some with long stay discounts ideal for remote working, hit the chat button to the bottom right to find out more!2.     Immunity Boosting Wellness RetreatsWhile the vaccine is still being rolled out, boosting immunity continues to be a primary concern. Many affordable wellness retreats are geared toward boosting immunity so the body can fight off viruses and pathogens effectively. Many health-based retreats continue to promote seclusion from others. These types of programs may address various issues to help build the body’s immunity naturally. Weight loss programs, sunny climates, specialized treatments, fitness classes, yoga, and meditation often aid the body’s natural defenses boosting its ability to fight off illnesses. 3.     Active Trips for Multi-Generational FamiliesAs lockdown continued through last year, families were forced apart. Multi-generational active trips will be one of the popular wellness trends as families are eager to reconnect with loved ones they’ve been separated from. Families that have explored healthy activities during lockdown will want to continue them and share them across the generations. Multi-generational wellness retreats centered on healthy activities like hiking, walking, running, or cycling are expected to increase in 2021. 4.     Bucket List Wellness AdventuresMany travelers are ready to get rid of the unhealthy habits acquired during the lockdown. This year, the wellness trends include those bucket list activities and once-in-a-lifetime wellness trips. Many people desire to travel across Southeastern Asia. The region’s incredible climate and breathtaking beauty have drawn travelers for decades and for many, this will be the year for their bucket list trip. Bali and Thailand provide several affordable wellness retreats complete with spas, pristine beaches, and fitness facilities.  These wellness retreats are ideal for travelers anxious to get rid of the health problems suffered during lockdown.5.     Physical Fitness and Personal Health RetreatsBeing conscious of health issues during the pandemic is pushing more travel focused on improving mental and physical health. The health concerns in 2020 have had a definite impact on well-being. Regular exercise is one of the best ways to strengthen the immune system and avoid the most severe symptoms of Covid-19 and other illnesses. With more people looking for socially distanced ways to improve their overall health, wellness retreats and healthy holidays will be in greater demand.  These are some of the top trend in wellness tourism to watch for in 2021. What about you? Are you ready to plan your get away to build your immunity, become more centered, or detox? Retreatmi provides numerous affordable wellness retreat options. Contact us and let us help you benefit from a healthy vacation.

Tired of your everyday routine and in dire need of a perfect affordable wellness getaway to take your mind off of things? We are here to help you! Retreatmi is an innovative platform where we accommodate your retreat and dream holiday plans and turn them into a reality. We’ve gathered options for amazing and exclusive deals and offers for locations, activities, and services to make it more convenient for people who are seeking that enjoyable time.  Retreatmi is your new healthy adventure hub. Founded by Stacey Elizabeth Sharp, a qualified STOTT Pilates teacher, and Nutritionist, who is passionate about making wellness travel reachable even for general travelers. Retreatmi helps you with customizing your wellness holiday down to every detail of your choice. We provide various offers to destinations around the world. Whether you’re a devoted Yogi looking for a place to meditate or you’re more on the adventurous side, we’ve got you covered! Our site includes the most user-friendly environment to make sure everyone gets to pick and choose the travel that fits them. We let you search, select and book activities or services you want in places you want to go to at an affordable cost. It is important for us that we make sure everything matches your plans, so we have available selections for budget, accommodation, food, transportation, and activities. We have diverse preferences like a 7-day New Zealand Southern Alps: Hike and Bike retreat package; Muay Thai Private Training classes in Thailand or a relaxing package trip to the beautiful island of Maldives. At Retreatmi, we believe in the importance of traveling and taking time out to recharge which is why we take into careful consideration all things that can affect your plans. Traveling has proven to heal our minds and soul and relieve us from stress and anxiety. It also allows us to learn lessons along the way. Retreatmi aims to let you experience remarkable and affordable wellness travel which you can take some of your best memories.  Relax, recharge and realign your life. Check out our wide array of affordable wellness retreats today!

  Although this year may have put a damper on festivities, there are plenty of options for those seeking an alternative plan to spend the holidays. At RetreatMi.com, your healthy adventure hub, we are serving up unique Christmas holiday packages, we have some exciting ideas for this year’s getaways.Jungle Bells: Green Christmas – Murchison Park, Uganda 16 – 20 December – Starting from AED 4,462 per person/GBP912Experience a green Christmas this year in the jungles of Uganda. From December 16th to 20th, dive headfirst into the green ambiance of the majestic Murchison Park, and immerse yourself in nature, tumbling waterfalls, and wildlife. Expect sightings of elephants, buffalos, antelope, and an atlas of birds. For those seeking a colourful Christmas, this one is for you.Inner Wisdom & Soul Transformation Retreat – Dunagiri, India17 – 27 December, starting from AED 3,907 per person/GBP799Perfect to eliminate negative energy, this retreat is complete with trekking in the wilderness, sound meditation, power yoga, and chakra rituals. The Soul Transformation retreat is set in a peaceful village nearly 400kms from Delhi, which will give attendees a chance to introspect and observe nature while working on their inner selves. End the year on a positive, self-loving note with this blissful getaway.The Big Blue: Christmas on the Lagoon – Maldives24 – 28 December – AED 2,608 per person/GBP533Dreaming of a blue Christmas? Dream no longer. Experience white sandy beaches and the bluest of lagoons this Christmas on the islands of Maldives. For five relaxing days, you can sing carols on a boat, swim with the marine life, and enjoy relaxing on the pristine beaches. If sun, sand, and the sea are your idea of bliss, Maldives will be your dream delight.Retreatmi.com is a unique online platform dedicated to health and wellness holidays, staycays, daycays, activities, and a variety of added services including massage and beauty treatments, culinary experiences, sport, fitness, and plenty more. Its goal is to be the definitive online platform and healthy adventure hub that makes planning wellness holidays and wellness retreats hassle-free and very soon it will offer the world’s first custom-made retreat builder too. RetreatMi.com has something for every budget and requirement, including family and pet-friendly options, with new health and wellness breaks and activities being listed every day. Feel happy and healthy, your way. For more information follow @Retreatmi or visit www.retreatmi.comBe sure to check out travel restrictions with our friends over at Sherpa, their fabulous new restrictions tool makes it easy to find out where you can currently travel and stay up to date.CLICK HERE TO SEE WHERE CAN YOU TRAVEL?

There are many forms of martial arts, Muay Thai, MMA, Boxing, Taekwondo, Judo, or Karate but it is widely acknowledged through all forms that there are incredible benefits mentally as well as physically.   Muay Thai “The science of eight limbs,” is a form of kickboxing sport that originated from Thailand. This intense type of contact or combat sport has been soaring in popularity in recent years because of its promising benefits not only in physical aspects but in mental acuity as well. Mixed martial arts (MMA) is a full-contact combat sport based on striking, grappling, and ground fighting, incorporating techniques from various combat sports and martial arts from around the world. Here are some physical and mindful benefits of martial arts.Physical BenefitsPeople who have spent significant time doing Muay Thai or MMA swear by the wonderful weight loss and body-sculpting effects. This comes as no surprise given the fact that both of these forms of martial arts are intense full-body workouts that involve a lot of important muscle groups.The training uses a variety of physical routines and activities, such as running, jumping rope, kickboxing and shadowboxing. Providing both aerobic and anaerobic workouts, dedicating 60 to 90 minutes of training can give you 1,000 to 1,200 calories burned in one session. This explains why this is a perfect way to get rid of stubborn fat and tone your muscles while improving flexibility and having a stronger core.Self DisciplineAttending martial arts classes and training regularly is a brilliant way to improve your self-discipline. As you learn new skills and techniques and see yourself making progress in your fitness goals, you will be inspired and motivated to stick to your training schedule and practice. Slowly but surely, you will eventually develop healthy habits and improve your self-discipline both in the gym and in your daily life.Unleash your inner warriorMartial arts training is highly commended when it comes to practical applications to real-life aggressive encounters. Aside from the fact that martial arts are an excellent way to learn self-defense, it also teaches you how to stay calm, think strategically, and take courageous steps. Armed with your new fighting techniques, Muay Thai also gives you the confidence to carry yourself in any given situation.Muay Thai and MMA can increase your stamina and improve your cardiovascular healthTruth be told, these forms of martial art are not for the faint-hearted. It will let you go through rounds of rigorous training that will absolutely test your strength and stamina. You will see Muay Thai fighters going on four to five rounds of training without looking tired, thanks to the cardiovascular training from this combat sport.Stress reliefAfter having a long day, letting all the stress out in a workout that lets you throw punches and leg kicks efficiently channels everything negative out of you and takes you on an endorphin high, otherwise known as the happy hormone, leaving you feeling refreshed after training.Check out some of our fabulous Martial Arts hosts here on Retreatmi.com in Dubai and beyond!Dubai:Private MMA Instruction DubaiRegister your interest in our UAE weekend MMA CampThailand:Muay Thai Camp Koh SamuiMuay Thai Private Training Koh Samui

There are plenty of places to explore and things to do in North Wales, but today we’re particularly looking at Snowdonia. Snowdonia is one of the most visited areas in North Wales. This place is a great catch whether you’re looking for some outdoor and wellness activities or you just want to relax and recharge. I bet its impressive mountain range, breathtaking landscapes, scenic waterfalls, and beaches are very hard to resist.Snowdonia is not known as the outdoor adventure capital of North Wales for nothing. If you are planning for some adventures, we’ve listed down some of the best things to do in Snowdonia to get that adrenaline rush pumping.Try the ultimate 36-hour non-stop adrenaline experience.Who would have thought we can squeeze the best whirlwind adrenaline tour of North Wales in just 36 hours?This is perfect for thrill-seeking couples, or a group of friends or family with 2-4 members. Guaranteed hassle-free activities, as we already planned everything for you! Need not to worry about your meals, refreshments, guides, and transport. Get ready to try epic ziplining and coasteering, as well as extreme river sports and limestone cliffs. Plus, experience a truly unique night of hiking and camping.Take an Autumn Trail Running Camp.Traveling this season and looking for some fitness and wellness activity?The Autumn Trail Running Camp is the best activity for you to maintain your fitness and improve your form. You’ll be guided by an expert coach to work on your strength, flexibility, and techniques. You’ll not only get even stronger from this camp, but you’ll also get to relax on a beautiful glamping site with fresh, delicious, and healthy meals prepared for you.Experience an epic hiking adventure.Ready to reach the highest and toughest peak in Snowdonia National Park?The 14 Peaks is perfect for active hikers, solo travellers, couples, or friends who are up for an epic hiking challenge. This adventure will be accompanied by professional, local mountaineering guides to ensure safety while experiencing the best mountain hiking and scrambling in North Wales.Plan your upcoming vacation to North Wales with Retreatmi! Create a custom wellness holiday perfect for your interests and taste. Sign up today and be the first to know the latest wellness activities and adventures that we have for you.

The Lake District is located at the heart of Cumbria, England. It is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the country, famous for its picturesque lakes, forests, and mountains.  If you want to travel and visit stunning scenery and nature in the United Kingdom, this is the perfect place for you. ‘The Lakes’ offers panoramic roads and trails for sightseeing and tranquil lakes that extend for miles. Whether you’re looking for some amazing adventures or you just want to spend more time with your family, Lake District is the perfect location to explore and enjoy. There are various activities and things to do in the Lake District which we offer under our packages. If you are planning to spend your holidays in Lake District, we’ve made it easier for you and listed down the best outdoor activities you can try on your own, with your friends, or with the whole family. Get on a bike and try Lake District cycling routes.Experience scenic views while on cycling routes and trails!  They have a wide range of country lanes, permitted cycleways, and bridleways for all ages and levels.   The Lake District is a popular choice for road cyclists and mountain bikers. They offer flat cycle paths and long-distance trails, as well as challenging mountain bike routes and off-road lakeside trails for those with more cycling experience.  They also cater to family-friendly cycling routes.  Your kids would love a little adventure while discovering fantastic views along the way.  Don’t worry about not having or bringing your own bikes, there are plenty of spots where you can rent a bike or even electronic bikes.  Want to head out on an organised cycling retreat? Check out our Lake District Cycling Retreat on Retreatmi.com Join one fully guided walking and hiking trail.You can’t visit the Lake District and not try their hiking trails.  Burn off some of the calories you got from your vacation!  The Lake District is one of Britain’s most favorite hiking destinations.  From gentle rambles to high fell summit, you can join a guided walk or hike trails.  They offer various walks and climbs perfect for every ability level.  You can also try some hiking retreats to explore valleys and scenic villages while on a walking trail.  Be prepared to be greeted by breathtaking views once you reach the summit.   Try some water sports like kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding.Discover Lake District’s beautiful rivers and stunning coastline while on a kayak, canoe, or rowboat. They have canoes and kayaks for all shapes and sizes.  You can even learn the basics of balance and paddling while on a trip. You may also pre-book a boat and go on a mini adventure with friends or family.   Explore the lake and enjoy wildlife and scenery while having fun sailing or paddleboarding!  Experience the thrill and excitement of canyoning.England is known for having huge canyons and gorges.  If you are looking for some adrenaline-fuelled activity, then canyoning is definitely for you!  Canyoning is abseiling down steep waterfalls, sliding off rocks, and jumping into deep pools.  Get ready to take some climbing and obstacles along the way. This outdoor experience involves a lot of water and a lot of fun! This is a fun-filled activity that might take you half-day to finish.  Canyoning can also be a great activity paired with rock climbing or kayaking.  Enjoy big, open skies and stargazing. Admire the heavens above while exploring the beauty of the local places in Cumbria.  If you are living in an urban area, I bet you’ll love the dazzling stars under the big, open skies of the Lake District.  This place has minimal light pollution that gives you clearer and darker skies to have the best opportunity for stargazing.  You can also enjoy some astronomical events that take place in Lake District like major constellations, magical shooting stars, and enchanting, shimmering nebulas.  Be sure to stay tuned for all the exciting activities and retreats that we have here for you.  Sign up today and plan your Lake District trip with Retreatmi! [Photo by Danny Lau on Unsplash]

We often all think we need to disappear to the mountains of Outer Mongolia in order to unplug and get away from it all, when in reality, here in the UK we have some amazing pollution-free areas, digital detox retreats, and yes, Even areas of no phone signal, right on our doorsteps!  From the Highlands of Scotland to the Wild Atlantic Coast in Ireland/ Northern Ireland or Anglesey just off the coast of Wales. We really do take for granted these world-renowned locations that are right here under our noses all with an air pollution rating under 10!! So if we want to thank the dreaded ‘C’ word for anything, it's maybe that it now gives us the beautiful opportunity to go and explore our own lands and really appreciate what we have right here at home. There are some gorgeous quaint little retreats here in the UK, and we at Retreatmi have some exciting experiences coming on board for you all to try! Our 4 day Scotland Retreat in Glencoe, with an air pollution rating of just 2! Will allow you to enjoy cycling through the beautiful Scottish countryside, hiking up a Munroe (Scottish for mountain), and even tasting some of the local delicacies! All hosted by your local guide. I even have some delightful ideas for you to patch on to the start or end of your trip whilst in Scotland.For the budget-conscious, The Red Squirrel Campsite is an all-time favourite of mine in Glencoe and just a short drive from the UK’s largest mountain Ben Nevis. It has the most beautiful surroundings being in the middle of three large Munroe’s, a natural spring that runs through the centre, where the owners have dug out an amazing pool for you to take a dip in the refreshing waters after your heavy day of hiking or cycling. Of course due to the surrounding Munroe’s you’d better make sure you have your maps downloaded for your active routes because phone signal is not likely to be available here……. That’s right sit back, listen to the sounds of the birds and the river, and enjoy!For those with children or even just for the child within us, you can visit the Glenfinnan Viaduct where the infamous Harry Potter steam train, aka The Jacobite, goes across the viaduct just like the scene in the movie. Then why not take a trip over to the beautiful Isle of Skye and go hunt for fairies in the fairy pools (as featured in our blog photo).For the active adults, visit Knoydart and UK’s most remote pub “The Old Forge”! All still entirely off-grid you can reach Knoydart through a hike over the Munroe’s or via the boat from Mallaig. Another option if you have a little more to spare is to hire a boat and head from Fort William up to Inverness along the Caledonian Canal. A completely unique experience sailing through the mountains and Loch’s of Scotland…….. Just be sure to watch out for Nessy! Make stops along the way, try the local delicacies, take awesome hikes, or even just relax and sail. Next on my list of recommendations for those who enjoy getting out on their bikes is our 4 Day Lake District Retreat,  with an air pollution rating of just 7 not only can you enjoy some beautiful views and see the inspiration behind many of the UK’s inspired poets and writers, you can take in some of the freshest air England has to offer. Again some little patch on’s…….. being the avid camper I am, which I’m sure you can tell by now I highly recommend the BaysBrown Farm campsite, again between peaks of the lake district this gorgeous campsite is right on the Langsdale estate, right next to the quaint and beautiful village of Ambleside and you can start the Scarfell Pike (England’s highest mountain) climb right from the campsite!Again for those who prefer to climb into a big luxurious bathtub and bask in front of a log fire at the end of their tough hiking day, I can’t recommend The Brimstone at Langdale enough. Their rooms are to die for! From rooms with two baths or split level mezzanine rooms, all come complete with a log burner, plush woolen blankets to relax, and on your balcony where you can sit and enjoy your super breakfast served to your room. If you’re having a treat for a special occasion, love the outdoors but want to get away from it all in luxury……. This is YOUR spot!....... again phone signal little or none…….but you will have the option of Wi-Fi, should you be a diehard Digi!Again for the child in and out, you can visit the House of Betrix Potter and see the real gardens featured in the illustrations of her books, visit the spots where Peter Rabbit and Jemima Puddleduck used to hang out and all that inspired their adventures. To burn off some steam visit and really immerse in nature go visit Treetop Trek & Nets and well…… hang out. We are excited to be featuring some amazing active experiences throughout our own lands and even across Europe! So be sure to sign up and stay informed for when our UK retreats go live soon!

At Retreatmi we pride ourselves on looking after not only our customers but our company partners. Creating the world's best wellness travel platform is not just about the sales of trips but generating a community within the wellness travel field. Our partners are chosen for their quality services and standards offering affordable wellness retreats and wellness experiences. Retreatmi wants to create not just a peer-to-peer marketplace, but also a user-friendly experience that can be enjoyed and bring maximal benefit to our customers and business partners. We work with individual boutique retreat owners, trainers and therapists, and larger resorts and providers. Working with Retreatmi as a wellness platform can benefit your business and lifestyle in a number of ways. Retreatmi can optimise your revenue streams by enabling wellness providers to list an array of different services and packages, you increase revenue by moving your business into the travel market whilst keeping your regular business moving. Being able to list your available hours, set your own packages and prices, and also organising your own retreat getaways with ease and security.  We also have some exciting partnerships coming online that will make the wellness travel journey completely end to end and include conscious travel and full-cycle experiences. We pride ourselves on putting SMEs first and helping growth by cutting out those large marketing costs that other OTA’s impose. I look forward to keeping you all updated on these exciting partnerships as we move through the blue skies ahead! Healthy regards Stacey x

We are all experiencing difficult times whether you are a trainer, catering business, transport, property, or wellness retreat owner. Our health and wellness businesses have to make our contingencies going forward, so I write this blog today as some food for thought in regard to diversifying your market and opening up your supply chain. This focus is on building a community around your business and connecting with other local businesses to give each other a helping hand. I have long been a believer in not putting all my eggs in one basket, that a little coming from a lot is better than a lot coming from a little. The Retreami builder focuses on these key aspects to linking with other local businesses within your area with ease of management and marketing. Using the retreat builder will give you a low-cost marketing tool to link you, not only with other businesses in your area but also the wellness travel trade. Adding this transient trade into your audience could be highly valuable and profitable and just adds in another revenue stream. It’s flexible and can fit around those regular clients and can be a season option to add in around your peak seasons.  It’s completely free to list any services you offer through the Retreatmi builder. You set your travel distance or service circumference, create your own packages pricing, etc. and tell our guests a little about you. They can contact you to ask any questions they might have or specific needs, which is what really makes Retreatmi the most customisable and affordable wellness option on the market not only to you the vendor but by minimising our fees to you we hope you can reflect this to the guest also.You have payment security through Retreatmi and large marketing reach all in just a few easy clicks. You can advertise any service you offer within the wellness sector including any activities, guiding services and instructing, spa services within the guest location, or if you offer a spa day within the vicinity of their accommodation, catering, and transport.  Retreatmi is not only customisable to the customer but to you the vendor also, your dashboard is fully accessible to you 24/7 to log in and add, change, update your packages and pricing as you need to. Our friendly online chat is there to help and support you. We hope to have you listing on Retreatmi soon! And start helping our guests custom build the wellness getaways of their choice.

How Tropical Retreats and Wellness Vacations Changed My Life:I’ll never forget the first time I boarded a plane by myself, I was 21 and just graduated with my Nutrition Degree at Uni in Manchester UK, so young now I look back at 21-year-olds! But what can I say the excitement of tropical retreats and mystical lands had been my dream since I was in school! I think I must have been an avid adventurer in a previous life as I feel like I’ve had this travel itch for as long as I can remember!  Typical of myself I didn’t start with a short run across to Paris, no I had big dreams! And the wild outdoors of Australia beckoned. I remember being petrified getting on such a long flight alone if only I could have spoken to future me!...... I’d have laughed! Future me would have said, “Hey you’ll be doing this trip from Dubai to San Paolo for 24 hours in two years' time!”  And so I landed in the land down under where I did the most incredible outback journey from Adelaide up to Uluru, camping out in the wild in swags, gazing up at the stars, trekking canyons, and visiting Opal mines. I of course being the young backpacker I was doing the east coast route and embarked on some of the amazing sailing trips that area has to offer! I actually spent my 22nd birthday immersed in the rainforest, absolutely no phone signal (yes there were mobiles back then), and surrounded by nature! To date one of my most memorable birthdays! I long for these digital-free zones when taking time off now……..one of my Retreatmi missions! On one Canoeing trip in Byron Bay we even accidentally came across Humpback Whales, I remember at the time being completely petrified…….I WAS IN A TINY CANOE!! But sitting watching those amazing beasts, not even 100m from me, completely vulnerable to their size was just beautiful, yes I was scared but was it exhilarating and a moment I will never forget for the rest of my life. I feel truly blessed to have gazed upon such a sight. My first trip alone was a huge learning curve, not only did it increase my self-confidence, standing on my own two feet and getting to know people from all different walks of life, I learnt how to communicate better, to start conversations with people I didn’t know, to be sensitive to different cultures. Travelling alone really was education and liberation. I learnt so much on this trip and from a Uni going child I became a young adult, able to think on my feet and quickly create a rapport which I found because of fundamental tools when moving into a work environment. Also just being able to listen and understand and not assume we all think the same on a worldly basis. If you are considering taking a solo trip I highly recommend it, yes it's scary! But bravery is only ever born from fear and I promise you! You will meet amazing people! You will have amazing experiences! And you will learn things about yourself and others that you will have with you for the rest of your life! STAY SAFE, STAY WILL & ALWAYS KEEP DREAMINGXX STACEY XX

Well here we are heading to week 5 isolation and in all honestly being the avid traveller I am I thought I would be struggling a little more, but being in the UK (that’s right, I’m still locked out of Dubai) I’m enjoying the English spring weather (from the back garden of course! #stayhome). But being bound to the house definitely doesn’t mean we can’t indulge in our own little home self retreat program! So here are some wellness retreat activity ideas provided by some of our gorgeous Retreatmi hosts. Happy Weekend! Online Cooking Classes: Why not impress with some new wellness cooking skills by taking an online class! Danny Spies with her Clean and Delicious channel on Youtube has a gorgeous recipe for an immune-boosting Honey Bomb!  Or! Why not go live and interact with a class by Jesse Lane Wellness who has low-cost Live online classes so you can be fully immersed in the atmosphere of a cooking class. It really is important to eat well and keep that immunity up during this time and one of our fabulous hosts Dr. Srikumar of Harivihar Retreat in India has given us this amazing Ayurvedic health drink to keep those nasty bugs at bay. For one litre of the drink you’ll need: 2 tbl Coriander seed1 tsp Dry Ginger½ tsp Black Pepper1 tsp Crushed Cinnamon½ tsp Turmeric Powder10 Basil/ Mint or Thyme leaves1 ½ Litres Water Online Training: Well of course we have so many selections for wellness online now, our Personal Trainers will never again let us have the excuse that we are away on business! And that’s great! Travel and wellness after all is our Business! This is why we have now introduced online training booking.Try an interactive 1:1 Pilates on the Mat or Reformer (if you have your own home equipment) with Retreatmi host Stacey Sharp or Kundalini Yoga Meditation with Hayley Cutler. Catch Hayley tonight for her online Kundalini practise and you can find them under the services section on the Retreatmi Platform.  And of course, the delightful Joe Wicks who has brought his daily PE classes to not even just the nation but the world! Free every day at 9 am UK time so be sure to tune in on his Youtube channel. If you’re watching those pennies and want some super quality classes Kosta of one of our fabulous resorts Vikasa is also offering a free yoga class. Home Beauty: Why not treat yourself to a Superfood Marine Clay Mask, 100% Vegan, detoxing, pore reducing, and deep cleansing and moisturising. Available now on Amazon. That deep relaxing bath you’ve been trying to take for the longest time! Well now is the time! And why not treat yourself to some super plush Epsom bath salts mixed with some Veriditas Immunity Boosting Essential Oils: Immune-Boosting Bath Salts2 cups Epsom salt.20-25 drops Veriditas Immunity Boost essential oil. Enjoy your time! Stay safe, Stay HappyXX The Retreatmi Team XX  

There’s more to the beach than what meets the eye, and it’s more beneficial than just enjoying the  natural beauty and fluffy, white sand. It turns out it’s a good place to retreat and good for your whole being – body, soul, and mind. If you are looking for a wellness retreat to help you reset from the inside out, choosing a beach setting might be your best choice. Here are a few reasons the beach is such a great location to spend your health and wellness retreat.Natural GroundingIn our hectic lifestyles, we’ve become more disconnected from nature. Connecting to the Earth by something as simple as a walk can help reduce fatigue, chronic pain, and countless other ailments many people deal with today. “Grounding” is the term used for connecting to the ground underneath us. If you can walk barefoot, there are many vital life-giving health benefits. The soles of your feet have more nerve endings and sweat glands per square cm than any other place on the body. Walking barefoot along the sandy beach can stimulate these nerve endings while grounding you and restoring a natural flow of energy in your body.Big Dose of Vitamin DAnother benefit of planning your health and wellness retreat near the water is that you’ll get a good dose of Vitamin D. The best way to increase your vitamin D levels is direct exposure to the sun. There are many physical benefits for your body when you get plenty of sunshine, plus it can be a great mood booster. Your good health depends on vitamin D, and those who find themselves deficient can be at a higher risk of developing osteoporosis, elevated blood pressure, asthma, heart disease, diabetes, and more. No matter what time of year you choose to be seaside or ocean side, the exposure to the sun provides essential vitamin D and boosts your mood and your health.Big Dose of Vitamin SeaA nice swim in the sea or the ocean can be life-affirming and replenishing. Not only is it beneficial for helping fight off infection, but there are also many benefits for both mind and body. If you attend a wellness retreat near the sea and enjoy a swim, seawater has lots of essential minerals such as iodine, potassium, and magnesium. It also has a therapeutic effect and helps the body detox and heal itself. Just visiting the beach and being able to immerse yourself in the ocean air can be beneficial for your health. The air fills you with negative ions which molecularly attach to lung tissue and boosts your metabolism. Swimming in the salty ocean opens the skin’s pores and detoxes while absorbing minerals. A Boost to Creativity and ProductivityWellness retreats near the ocean can be more calming as the ocean has a mildly meditative state, which means you are calm and peaceful. It leads you to a sense of happiness and satisfaction. Beside the ocean or the sea is called blue spaces. Not only does it have a grounding effect, but it also helps you clear your mind. Being able to clear your head lets you tackle the big problems. Guided meditation near the water is an effective stress reliever. Wellness retreats at the beach encourage calmness and you can tune out all the negativity and busy-ness and spend time reflecting on the things that really need your focus.Indirectly Improves RelationshipsBeing close to water or on the beach provides you with a rest restful, contemplative state. It’s very likely you’ll have a sense of awe. Who wouldn’t, right? There are stunning views, the enormity of the sky, and the vastness of the ocean that provides you with feelings of being connected beyond yourself. This transfers you to a “we” state of mind. No wonder there are so many honeymoons, marriages, and proposals that occur in coastal locations.  

The latest trends in tourism include wellness retreats. More and more people are turning to detoxing physically and mentally and using wellness vacations and retreats to help. Dubai and other locations throughout the Middle East are quickly becoming hot tourism spots and wellness retreats are a huge part of the changes occurring throughout the region. Those seeking healthy vacations can choose between a variety of health and wellness retreats that focus on specific things like tech detox, yoga, meditation, fitness, or eating well. One of the latest trends in the wellness retreat industry includes farm-to-table dining.Why Farm to Table Dining?Eating is a critical part of our health. Wellness retreats focus on whole-body health and wellness which includes putting an emphasis on what is consumed. Farm to table is a trend that puts an emphasis on how food is produced, prepared, and stored. Dining is focused on providing fresh foods sourced from local farms and gardens. Foods are prepared fresh without being preserved or frozen and taste fresher – because they are fresh. When the food supply comes directly to the kitchen without being processed in any way, it cuts out the middle man and provides healthy meal alternatives.Benefits of Farm to Table DiningUsing all-natural ingredients for food preparation is a focus at most wellness retreats because of the connection between a healthy body and a healthy mind. It can be an important part of detoxifying the body’s systems and acts as a “reset” for many. Using freshly grown foods directly from the farm to prepare meals removes the need for using preservatives. Participants enjoy meals prepared using only natural ingredients rather than those mass-produced. Being able to avoid packaged, prepared foods means consuming fewer calories and less salt, fat, and sugar. Instead, more natural ingredients and spices are used to prepare meals.Foods used in farm-to-table dining are not shipped or stored for long periods of time. When foods are shipped long distances, they are harvested long before they ripen so they will endure the journey. However, picking fresh foods long before they are ripe means they do not have the opportunity to mature fully and much of their nutritive value can be lost. Farm to table dining allows foods to fully ripen and mature before harvesting. The fully mature, nutritiously rich foods are then taken directly to the kitchen providing more wholesome and nutritious dining options.Preparing and consuming foods when they are in season can also provide a wide range of benefits. The entire meal can be locally grown in a sustainable environment. It encourages locally operated farms to adopt and maintain sustainable practices such as organic farming and raising non-GMO crops. Dining will include foods and ingredients as they are in season, so the menu may change frequently to reflect these options. Farm to Table Marries Wellness RetreatsObviously, there are health benefits related to eating farm-to-table, but what makes it such a draw at fitness and wellness retreats? The mind and body work together in a person’s journey toward health. Some wellness retreats focus on yoga and meditation and others focus on providing healthy exercises like bike riding, hiking, or other engaging and beneficial activities. Farm to table dining gives a health retreat a holistic element by providing clean, sustainable foods. Incorporating this element creates a connection between the body, mind, and soul. This connectivity can help encourage continued lifestyle changes long after the retreat has come to an end.  Check out one of our amazing farm-to-table properties here. 

It was an interesting week this week seeing our google analytics (yes I’ve become one of those AI obsessive’s) and more so seeing what it was that people searched for when they stumbled their way onto my little platform. My heart sank when I saw how many people had searched for retreats to help with heartbreak or healing retreats after a relationship breakdown. Knowing this heartbreaking feeling all too well I wanted to focus a little on the healing center that is Bali. A place there is such intense heart energy it’s sometimes a tad overwhelming for those who are in need of its power. So I wanted to touch on that beautiful heart energy in Bali on today's blog, I hope it helps all those gorgeous wellness adventurers out there who are in need of a little TLC, big loving hugs coming to all of you from the Retreatmi Team! Traveling for wellness is now a popular trend. This is putting pressure on hotels and resorts to find various ways for guests to explore and develop in health and wellness while they are on vacation. However, on the island of Bali, this has been a constant feature. The culture is one of energy and many seek out heart energy in Bali and explore the area for opportunities in healing. Bali is a center for spirituality and self-discovery. People flock there to learn more about healing, meditation, yoga, and consciousness ultimately looking for transformation. But why Bali? And what is it about the area that provides such powerful energy? Why seek Heart Energy in Bali?Those who have visited Bali are quick to speak of how special it is from the locals to stunning nature to their rich culture. In the body, there are chakras or energy centers to help keep us healthy physically, mentally, and emotionally. Animals also have chakras and so does the earth. These energy centers have electrical currents running in and out and surround the whole plant. If you could map these out, they would look somewhat like a DNA strand. The energetic lines join in two points on the planet. One is in Lake Titicaca also called the Sacral Chakra. And the other place these Ley Lines meet is in Bali. This may explain one reason behind the energy found in Bali. The island is an energy vortex with two Ley Lines intersecting. It’s also the one place where many find the earth’s Kundalini energy This vortex is thought to be a place of purification, cleansing, and rejuvenation of the soul and the body. No wonder so many seeks and receive heart energy in Bali.What is Heart Energy? Heart energy is a broadband, vibrational energy that is simple, loving, giving, welcoming, and receiving. The love element so many are seeking is tied up in it so it’s easy energy for most to grasp and understand. When you have a love-filled experience that comes from loving on any person, object, or thing you want you to feel good. Peacefulness is the final result. It’s a type of energy that brings you closer to the Universe and lets you expand your being. It allows you to become whole again and brings both fire and light inside. As it expands out from your body, it allows you to approach and touch others. Benefits of Heart EnergyWhen you can open up to the Universe, it is always beneficial. It restores and rejuvenates the feelings of joy, passion, and love inside. But it also brings healing in the body. Sometimes the healing comes in an area you didn’t know needed it. You may find yourself moving at a faster pace. When the energy of the heart opens up, you will experience peace and enlightenment. The more people who experience this loving energy, the more peace and love will come to the planet.Finding Heart Energy in BaliThe Island of Bali is often called the “Island of the Gods.” It is a tropical paradise and popular tourist destination. In Bali, you will find a wide variety of resorts that can help you find heart energy. Not only will you be on “vacation” but these wellness resorts help you relax and heal so when you return home you are healthier in your mind, body, and soul.iWakening is just one such retreat that leads participants to awaken their heart’s potential. Over the course of 10 days, you’ll learn how to work with your heart energy field using a variety of tools. Fivelements resort is another option for achieving and learning about Heart Energy in Bali. Their therapies focus on healing with meditation include chakra balancing sessions, prana energy healing, and deep bodywork to employ the five elements which are used to heal the body. These are just two examples of the many resources found in Bali for those seeking heart energy. There are many resorts, healthy vacations, spas, and retreats that guide the visitor to healing and heart energy by incorporating yoga, meditation, detoxification, and many other tools to help them achieve holistic healing. The goal goes beyond just seeking peace one time. Instead, it offers sustainable lifestyle changes the visitor can take home with them to make their lives better.

Just a decade or so ago, the concept of wellness tourism was the exception.  However, as an industry, the rise of wellness tourism has begun to escalate beyond expectations. Over the last 10 to 15 years, wellness has seeped into almost every piece of the hospitality industry. Even the definition has evolved over time as the interest in wellness has transformed the way people travel on a global level. What is wellness tourism?Wellness tourism has been defined by the Global Wellness Institute as journeys that are “made by tourists who seek to improve or maintain their well-being during or as a result of the trip.” But with increased interest in wellness vacations, the hospitality industry is scampering to find enough variety to meet the needs. It is currently growing at nearly twice the rate of the tourism industry alone and it’s expected over the next two decades to be more than a $9 billion industry. Other sectors are quickly adapting to travelers and finding new ways to incorporate wellness and healthy alternatives into current travel trends. It’s quickly changing every facet of the travel industry.Guests Tend to Spend More for Wellness OptionsIn the 1980s and 1990s, resort spas and hotels, and yoga studios were not abundant. As consumers are making a demand on the industry for more wellness options, yoga studios, halotherapy, cryotherapy, and other options are frequently found in urban hotels offering business guests access to a strategy for unwinding. Rooftop yoga is incorporated into sightseeing for vacationers. People are more willing to spend more time and money in exchange for options to benefit their wellness. On average, tourists will spend about 60% more on wellness vacations than traditional tourists. Couple that with the fact that wellness tourism alone accounts for at least 1/6 of all dollars spent in the tourism industry and you’ll see how lucrative it can be for hotels and other accommodations to include wellness programing on some level. As the travel industry transitions, it’s interesting to watch the innovative and creative ways the industry has begun to incorporate wellness and health into travel experiences around the world. Hotels have begun to collaborate with wellness professionals to create options onsite that go beyond the traditional treadmill in a “fitness” area. They may offer guests opportunities for relaxation, advanced healing treatments, and spa experiences. Other destinations offer a wider variety of options from immersive wellness programs to horseback riding and biking, to meditation. Two Types of Wellness TravelersWhen wellness tourism first emerged, it might have been a smaller, elite, and wealthy group of leisure tourists who wanted to simply visit health resorts, meditation retreats, and destination spas. But it has far outgrown this small group and encompasses a much broader and more diverse group of consumers with varied motivations, values, and interests. The two types of wellness travelers include:·       Primary Wellness Travelers: This group is traveling to a destination with wellness being their main motivation.·       Secondary Wellness Travelers: This newer group looks to maintain wellness by participating in wellness experiences while they are on a trip for business or leisure purposes. Of course, the economic benefits of the wellness tourism industry outreach the narrower set of related businesses such as spas, thermal & Mineral springs, boot camps, and wellness retreats. Today’s healthy traveler is looking for a way to sustain their healthy lifestyle while they are traveling. As an industry, this means meeting the growing demands for healthy eating, mind-body practices, exercise or fitness routines, nature experiences, and connections with the local culture and people. In addition to their wellness experience, the tourist will also need transportation, lodging, food, and entertainment which is an economic boost for the region. This not only puts a demand on the wellness tourism industry to varying their approach, but it also gives the hospitality industry as well as others the opportunity to infuse wellness into all types of services and amenities.  Ultimately, wellness tourism may help many destinations mitigate the disparity of mass tourism or even over-tourism since wellness travelers tend to spend more and favor authentic and unique experiences. 

Dubai is leading the way when it comes to wellness holidays and health retreats. It’s already a popular vacation destination and the tourism industry is seeing continued growth. But inside the tourism industry wellness tourism is the fastest-growing sector. The country led the entire Middle East wellness tourism market last year by generating $2.7 billion and averaging 1.7 million trips over the course of the year. While stress-related ailments are on the rise, the wellness tourism industry continues to gain momentum. With these kinds of numbers and growing interest in wellness retreats, Dubai has launched several initiatives to tap into the market. The initiative is designed to set Dubai up as a premier destination for medical and wellness tourism on a global level. Let’s take a look at some of the specific actions Dubai is taking to ensure they remain a top wellness vacation destination.The Health Conscious TravelerNot too long ago, wellness services were considered luxury or simple add-on services. As vacationers are becoming more health-conscious, wellness is being woven into every aspect of everyday lives which means healthy alternatives are part of work, leisure, travel, and overall healthcare. As wellness becomes a global focus, areas like Dubai are capitalizing on the increased popularity and incorporating key concepts into industries like food and beverage, real estate, and travel. The different sectors are competing when it comes to innovative ideas for wellness services to meet the needs of health-conscious travelers. Examples of this growing trend include developing advanced fitness centers in hotels and making yoga mats part of in-room services. As Dubai is being shaped into a global health and wellness destination, the opportunities for healthy and active retreats increase.Get Fit in DubaiDubai is already home to a number of fitness centers, gyms, and golf courses. But the emirate has recently added a new way, perhaps unexpected by many, to work out. One example is the new Al Qudra cycle track. The cycle loop is 86km in length and is dedicated to cycling with a few shorter options along the way. Cyclists are invited to experience the ride right through the desert with just a few city views thrown in. For those who want more stunning picturesque images, try it at sunrise or sunset.Maybe equestrian adventures are preferred by some. Dubai is presently home to some of the top-notch horse riding facilities in the whole world. If you are looking to try something completely different, give polo a shot at the Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club.Health and Wellness SpasDubai has become home to some of the best spas in the world. They are great escapes that allow for external cleanliness. The One & Only Royal Mirage has what many consider to be the premier exfoliating experience anywhere in the world. The JW Marriott Marquis’ Saray Spa has been the recipient of several awards. There are several spas sprinkled throughout the region for pampering sessions. Health Adventures in HattaOne region in Dubai that is bursting with healthy adventures is Hatta. The beautiful mountain peaks and crisp air make the perfect spot for adventurous mountain bikers, hikers, nature-lovers, and adventurers in general. For those who desire healthy activities without trying to take on the mountainous terrain, there are beautiful teal waters for kayaking and exploring the culture of the region while hiking. Hatta makes a great health retreat as it’s just a little more than an hour out of Dubai.Health and Wellness Retreat Boom in DubaiDubai is making its own moves to be part of the health and wellness retreat scene. They are currently involved in building a number of wellness resorts. For instance, the Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel is the very first wellness resort constructed in the Middle East. It houses the first Rayya Wellness center built in the world. The hotel focuses on the philosophy of wellbeing and the personal transformation of the body, mind, and spirit. The peaceful sanctuary is in a secluded area on the shores of Palm Jumeirah. Then there’s the MAG Creek Wellbeing Resort that is located in Dubai. The residences are designed and constructed to focus on wellness and enhance the well-being of the home. The residential apartments will soon become the largest wellness center in the world that offers numerous programs to the residents in its community. Dubai is poised to be the premier wellness holiday destination and has a number of initiatives to ensure it stay a leader in the industry.

Today, we have the world at our fingertips, quite literally. Our worlds are quickly being consumed with cyber realities. We use our phones for virtually everything from finding directions, ordering out, keeping up with the latest news, to checking the stock markets and making financial arrangements. While our handheld technology can be beneficial in many areas of our lives, it can also be detrimental for those who overdose. Many live with the pressure to stay connected constantly without checking out from time to time. There really is such a thing as social media addiction and too much online interaction has been linked to career burnout. It may be time to consider a digital, or tech detox. There are many health benefits for those who take a techno-break. Here are five of them.Reduce Anxiety and DepressionToo much of anything is not good for you and it’s the same for technology. Some studies have been able to show a connection between the use of technology and higher anxiety levels. When you are anxious, dopamine is released by the body. Social media notifications and text messages are stimulating and trigger a release of dopamine. This encourages validation-seeking or pleasure-seeking behaviors. This can lead to a state of mental distress. On the other hand, using technology or digital devices as a means of escape leads to additional anxiety, and often depression. A digital detox can help reduce both feelings of anxiety and depression.Increase ProductivityThere’s no denying that technology is an asset for today’s companies. However, employees may be spending far too long on electronic devices. Many office workers waste time at work each day, to the tune of about 33%. Even though computers and the Internet are beneficial, they can take away from the essential time employees are actually doing work. Taking time away from technological devices can help improve productivity.Build Healthier RelationshipsIt’s easy for a life to be spent in the cyber world. But it is also easy to focus on social connections and letting real-life relationships be pushed to the back. One estimate is that as many as 70% of families admit to using cellphones during mealtimes even when eating with friends and family. Stepping away from electronic devices can offer time to develop healthier real-life relationships and move social activity from online to offline interactions.Improved SleepThe body is pretty good about knowing when it’s time to sleep. When it is ready, the brain releases melatonin, a chemical to help the body relax. Looking at a screen, like a cell phone, right before bed tricks the brain into thinking it must stay awake. This prevents melatonin from being released at the right time. Without the optimal amount of melatonin, even if you do go to sleep, you won’t sleep soundly. It’s likely you will awaken for no apparent reason in the middle of the night. A digital detox can help you restore healthy sleep patterns.Improved Physical HealthWith your eyes glued to a screen of any size, you’ll likely be sitting or lying down. Obesity is a growing problem on a global level and it’s partly due to inactivity because of lifestyle changes that keep people staring at a screen. This can be bad for your neck and lower back as well as your waistline. Taking a break, doing a tech detox can help you get up and moving. Your circulation will improve, and you will be amazed at how much better just moving around more can make you feel.  Taking a health retreat is a great time to invest in your health and do a tech detox. Get off the grid for a little while and reboot your system! Need some inspiration for taking a digital detox vacation or health retreat? Visit (website) to learn more!  

Many areas around the globe are making good attempts at improving the air we breathe. However, air pollution continues to be a health concern. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimated the number of deaths each year due to exposure to outdoor air pollution to be about 4.2 million. Also worth noting, it that over 90% of the population around the world lives in areas where the air quality is over limits set by WHO. This is one reason air quality is a key concern for many and the reason many are seeking refuge at health and wellness retreats. They long for cleaner air with low air pollution.  Outdoor TherapyWellness retreats that focus on low air pollution are beginning to thrive. They offer a getaway from fireplaces, pets, gas appliances, and traffic all of which impact air quality. Using wellness-themed rooms and raw nature are too ways to encourage the body to detox and get rid of all these pollutants. Just being outdoors, or in an area free of the normal pollutants, provides therapy and respiratory detox. Think of it as the air filter in a vehicle. It must be changed often, or the car fails to run properly. Detoxing the lungs of air pollution helps your body run more efficiently as well.  There is now scientific evidence that suggests the healing power of nature. Whether on a lakefront or on a beach, the body and mind are encouraged to detox and let go of the busy-ness. Forest BathingForest bathing doesn’t been swimming in the forest. It’s a term that’s referring to being immersed in nature. Whether you can really get to a forest, a lake, the ocean, the mountains, or the desert,  for a wellness retreat the low air pollution is beneficial for your health. Once out in natural surroundings, your focus turns to the sights, sounds, and smells of your surroundings. This promotes more than just physical health but is also beneficial for physiological and psychological health. Reconnecting with nature, or forest bathing is linked to an ancient Japanese healing practice called shinrin-yoku. It’s been proven scientifically to help reduce stress and strengthen the immune system. When you check into a wellness retreat and leave the cell phone unplugged – you can recharge your battery. The natural surroundings help improve your energy, your inner power, and encourage you to become centered so you can re-establish your focus. It’s time to trade the buzz of the busy city for a wellness retreat with low air pollution, places that lead right up to nature’s mountains, deserts, and rivers. You cannot replicate the kind of charm or healing found in a wellness retreat.Why a wellness retreat with low air pollution?High levels of air pollution can have an adverse effect on your health. A detox retreat enhances the body’s detoxification process. Think about how hard the body is always having to work to get rid of toxins. This puts the body under a lot of stress and strain. Our cultures can easily be consumed with anxiety, stress, poor diets, and negative thought patterns that negatively impact our emotional and physical health. Poor air quality adds to the dilemma leaving the body exhausted from trying to keep all systems clear and running properly. Attending a low air pollution wellness retreat can help rejuvenate the body from the inside out. The benefit is sustained energy, clear thinking, and a stronger immune system.

Your emotions have a direct effect on your overall well-being. Even if you eat healthy, exercise, and meditate, if something is heavy on your heart, you can still feel sad or a bit off. When you are truly healthy, your mind, body, and spirit will be in perfect harmony and working together. Any kind of emotional disturbance can affect all aspects of your person. Why an Emotional Healing Retreat?When you take an emotional healing retreat, you get time to process and release any and all emotions that are holding you back. Oftentimes removing yourself from your daily routines you can get more clarity. An emotional healing retreat allows you the guidance you need and opens you up for self-discovery. You set yourself up to gain new perspectives and insights which can help you recognize emotional blocks that are standing in your way. Getting in touch with nature and unplugging from your day-to-day life can be beneficial for your emotions and your overall wellbeing. Here are some of the top signs you would benefit from an emotional healing retreat.Intense Need for ChangeIf you feel like you need change, but you are not sure what that is. You may just have a gut feeling it’s time for a change. When those feelings start dominating your thoughts or your mind feels cloudy, your emotions are telling you that you need a break. Sometimes, it’s obvious what the change should be like getting a new job, getting out of a relationship, or moving to a new place. Taking time to reset emotionally at a wellness retreat helps you gain clarity and strength to move forward with the decisions you need to make.Just Experienced a Traumatic EventThere are lots of challenges in life. Trauma can deal your emotions a huge blow and make it difficult to recover. In order to prevent long-term debilitating effects, it’s important to find ways to process and heal from the traumatic event. Please note that a traumatic event could have happened yesterday, last year, or long ago. Since we all handle stress differently, it’s important to allow yourself time to work through the healing process. At a wellness retreat, you’ll learn to include your body, mind, and spirit in the healing process. An emotional healing retreat allows you time to be gently guided back to a state of emotional peace and well-balance.Anxiety and Feeling Like You’re OverwhelmedLife tends to go on at a frantic pace whether or not your emotions have been able to keep up. It can be difficult to find a sense of stillness and even maintain a sense of balance. Sometimes, you may not even realize your emotions have become overwhelmed by life’s clutter. An emotional healing retreat allows you time to become grounded and learn to respond to life’s events from a place of truth and peace. A wellness retreat lets you reconnect with and nurture your innate self. You have time to rediscover who you are and what you need to live out a fulfilling life.  Schedule your emotional healing retreat today and take time to let your emotions heal while you get your life back on course. A wellness retreat allows your whole being time to reset. Remember that we all deal with various types of emotional baggage and virtually everyone can benefit from attending an emotional healing retreat. 

A wellness holiday offers a great opportunity to get away from the nitty-gritty of everyday routines and find solace. It’s time to get grounded, find peace, and achieve an emotional reset. No matter where you have decided to go for your wellness retreat, you’ll want to consider several things before you head out. Working through these tips will ensure you get the retreat you need and achieve the goals you desire.Consider your “why”It may seem obvious, but you do need to give lots of consideration to why you are going on your wellness retreat and what you hope to accomplish. It may simply be a way for you to unplug from your day-to-day responsibilities and recharge. A retreat can take many forms and maybe you’ll be practicing yoga, meditating, or getting a massage to help you unwind.  Perhaps you just want a tech detox. Spend some time thinking about your “why” for a wellness retreat. It is useful for helping you get all you want while you are there.Make a list of things to packMake packing an easier task by creating a packing list. The things you’ll need for the retreat will depend on the type of wellness retreat and its location. You’ll need things like flip-flops to wear after a shower. If your wellness holiday is at a luxury spa you may want a comfortable robe and your comfy slippers. Be sure to check if there is a dress code for meals and such. Bringing along an extra-large scarf is a great idea for traveling in general. A scarf is versatile and can be used to cover up on your flight, at the beach, in religious places, and can keep you warm while meditating. If your health retreat is medically based, you’ll need to be sure to bring your medical records and all your medications.Book Your Trip in AdvanceStart planning your trip as early as you can. Booking everything in advance gives you two benefits. For one, you’ll get the best prices, and secondly, you have time to prepare your mind and body. Getting it booked early guarantees you won’t miss out on flights that are within your budget. You will also have time to get your body ready. For instance, some meditation retreats prohibit stimulants. Take this time to detox from coffee or tea. Also, you’ll have time to take some yoga classes to prepare your body for sitting in the lotus position.Prepare for the UnexpectedEven though you are excited about your upcoming trip, it’s easy to suffer from pre-trip anxiety. Many people worry about all the what-ifs that could occur on the trip. You may worry about things like:·       What if something happens and I don’t get to go?·       What if I get sick while I am there?·       What will I do if I lose my passport?·       Will my family be able to reach me if there is an emergency?One way to ease your mind is to make backup copies of all your documents. Take one with you and leave one with a family or friend. Be sure to include travel insurance, flight information, passport, hotel or host information, etc. Depending on how long you will be gone, you may want to have the post office hold your mail for you.Creating a Post Health Retreat PlanFor some people, it can be difficult to return to a normal schedule after you’ve been on a wellness holiday. While away, you’ve spent time on yourself and your health. You may learn new self-care strategies, or new skincare regimens, establish new meditation practices, and maybe change for a healthier diet. One idea is to journal during the retreat, so you’ll be able to reflect on the experience once you have returned back to your daily routines. Following these tips for planning your wellness holiday will help ensure a more pleasurable trip. They will also help you prepare for when you return home to make new adjustments to your lifestyle.  

Stress is considered a negative response to circumstances and can have physical and psychological impacts on a person. It can quickly throw both the mind and body out of balance which may affect every aspect of life. The key to stress is learning how to manage it properly. Oftentimes stress causes you to lose focus, be anxious, restless, irritate, or unable to sleep. Symptoms are often masked using unhealthy means such as smoking, drinking, eating unhealthy foods, or just overeating. These impulsive behavioral responses don’t reduce stress. Instead, they reduce the ability of the body to cope. This can put you at a greater risk of developing serious health conditions. A stress management retreat can help you learn healthy and effective ways to manage stress. Negative Effect of Stress on the BodyEveryone can identify stress, but not everyone understands how to undo its ill effects. Stress quietly creeps into our lives through finances, work, family, and friends. You can’t really ignore it. It usually causes you to create unhealthy ways of coping, or it simply gets the best of you. Stress is often responsible for things like:Increased Weight. When our body thinks we are in a potentially dangerous situation, it releases stress hormones like norepinephrine and cortisol. These hormones inhibit weight loss and can be why it’s so difficult to get rid of those last few pounds. Basically, stressing about what you eat or stressing over weight loss can be counterproductive.Anxiety. These same hormones alter your mood, productivity, relationships, and quality of life. Stress responses are the way the body protects from danger, but too much causes agitation, depression, and loneliness. Headaches. Stress can cause high blood pressure which can be responsible for chronic headaches. Stress headaches can come on due to eye strain, a lack of sleep, or tension caused by anxiety. Skin Problems. Stress alters the hormonal balance in the body, wears down your immunity, and can cause acne. When the hormonal balance is off due to stress, your skin produces too much oil and can contribute to cases of adult acne.Early Death. Stress is linked to heart disease which can cause premature death. But it can also weaken your immune system and make it harder to fight off infections. With all this in mind, it’s important to note that stress is manageable, and these negative effects can be reversed. A stress management retreat offers you time to relax and get advice from professionals so you can control stress, improve your quality of life as well as your wellbeing and long-term health.Benefits of a Stress Management RetreatThe body can’t differentiate between good or bad stress so it’s important to learn to manage all stress. A stress management retreat can help you regain your sense of overall well-being as well as benefit you physically, psychologically, and emotionally. A wellness getaway can provide practical ways for you to manage stress. Wellness retreats include a variety of programs and typically run from three days to a week. This gives you time to rejuvenate emotionally as well as replenish the body. A stress management retreat restores balance and can influence positive lifestyle changes. These may include:Changes in Diet.  It is common for people to turn to food to try and relieve stress. Eating impulsively or choosing unhealthy foods can wreak havoc on the body. Eating healthy foods can make a big difference in terms of managing stress. Some foods have properties that detoxify the body and others help boost the immune system. Exercise Habits. Exercise is a common way to relieve stress. Stress management retreats often incorporate various exercise and fitness routines into the program. Exercising releases tension, toxins, and stress. Meditation. Another strategy to help reduce stress and encourage mental relaxation at a wellness retreat is meditation. Participants may learn more about mental relaxation and calmness while releasing tension. Meditation deepens your self-awareness and provides a positive way to respond to stress.Yoga Sessions. Yoga provides body rejuvenation and has numerous benefits. Poses, stretches, relaxation, and breathing techniques help calm and refocus the mind. This can bring the body and mind back into unison while also achieving a sense of inner peace. Massage Therapy. When under stress, muscles tense up. A relaxing massage or deep tissue massage helps muscles relax and relieve tension. Massages can help reduce pain and improve circulation.Who Makes a Good Candidate for a Stress Management Retreat?If you have been under chronic stress for a while, you may benefit from stress management or wellness retreat. Attending a health retreat can help prevent long-lasting effects on your health. It can also provide long-term health benefits and help you learn how to manage stress in the future. It may be time for you to get your life back into balance if you:Are chronically overwhelmed at workHave financial stressHave family problemsTend to have negative emotions or thoughtsHave difficulties keeping up with responsibilitiesFeel like you are stuck in a rutFeel overwhelmed, de-energized, and physically battered

Kids today spend an astounding amount of time in front of the screen. Research has discovered that on average, children spend less than 10 minutes outside in nature each day. On the other hand, they average seven hours in front of a screen in a day. Add this to the rigorous schedules of school, fluctuating mealtimes, parents who work unending hours and most families are fractured and fragmented at best. Quality family time is lacking in most households and it’s a global problem. As a remedy, most families take family “vacations.” But by the time they return home everyone is even more frazzled and worn out. Maybe it’s time to consider taking a family wellness holiday.  A family-friendly health retreat can help each person reset and reconnect as well as establish new healthy habits for each member of the family.Family Wellness Holiday Shifts the Focus Back to the Family UnitAs an individual, you know a wellness retreat helps you slow down and focus on yourself. When the entire family participates the focus shifts to focusing on relationships and strengthening the family bond. Activities at a family health retreat are designed so each member can participate in activities and experiences leading to personal growth. As parents, when you are willing to explore your well-being and relationship, you set an example for other family members.All-inclusive Family Wellness Retreats Reduce Travel StressWhen you take the entire family to a wellness retreat, it is all-inclusive. This means far less stress about the logistics. You’ll be less stressed and have time to devote to being with the family. You can focus on each other rather than worrying about what is up next. The healthy retreat facility handles all the details from meals and accommodations to activities. You can relax and focus on learning new health related tools to enrich family life.Practice Healthy Habits as a Family From adults to small children, a lot of time is spent behind the screen. It’s easy to get into a routine that doesn’t have room for healthy activities. How parents participate in healthy activities has a huge impact on how their children view them. At a family wellness retreat, you will all share fun experiences and learn new ways to live healthier as a family. It’s a great way to bond, participate in fun activities like biking, hiking, or kayaking. Parents are instrumental for helping push the entire family out of the comfort zone. Learning new healthy habits together can help break up the everyday routine and encourage a healthier lifestyle once you return home.Inspiring New ActivitiesSharing new experiences helps draw families closer together. Taking a family wellness holiday provides a supportive environment where it’s safe to take risks and try new things. This might include new fitness routines, goal-setting exercises, and emotional wellbeing activities. The family becomes a more intimate unit while learning new strategies for dealing with everyday life. Each person has the opportunity to learn stress management strategies like yoga or meditation from seasoned wellness experts. These are all healthy activities that can be practiced when you return back home. At a whole family wellness retreat, the members reconnect in a fun and exciting way while developing new healthy habits. These emotional and physical habits help each individual achieve become whole and healthy which strengthens the family unit’s bond as well. During the family wellness holiday, you’ll enjoy adventure and lots of new ideas to bring the family closer together. But you’ll also leave the retreat with many family memories, you’ll be rejuvenated and have a new outlook on life. https://childmind.org/article/why-kids-need-to-spend-time-in-nature/ 

The choice of wellness holidays, yoga retreats and resorts now is becoming endless. With planet fitness on the rise adventure travel is more and more in demand. Retreatmi.com is your one stop shop to help you find your dream wellness holiday. Whether it be your dream to create your own retreat or active holiday or simply search globally the huge range of options to you and catalogue them all in one place. For those budding retreat hosts out there it is our goal to create the ultimate collection of luxury homes and resorts for you to select your destination, compile an array of activities that you can tag on to your trip including speciality instructors e.g. spa services, speciality catering etc. Then provide you with the ultimate booking platform, exposing you to a worldwide market of planet fitness go getters. For the health conscious traveller we aim to provide a one stop search tool to make finding your ultimate luxury holiday simple and accessible. Also providing them with peer to peer interaction so that they may ask any questions or make any requests with ease. They can search within budget or grade of luxury, by dates, specific activity or destination. And finding your ideal adventure destination should be straightforward and to suit all members of your party whether you’re a single traveller or family. We aim to provide solutions for all.We look forward to launching with you all soon!Stacey(Retreatmi.com Founder)