Travel

The goal of intentional travel is to find a getaway where contemplation is welcome, activities are encouraged and you can immerse yourself into a new lifestyle.

Marriott is known for its service, comfort and style. They also have incredible spas–here are a five of our favorites.

The Dominican Republic, home to the precious stone Amber, most visited island in the Caribbean and speckled with top Golf Courses, gives Spa a new twist. White sand beaches combed with azure waters, the Caribbean’s vacation getaway resorts give guests a serving of five-star spa.

During my wellness trip to Cuzco, I have come to experience how indigenous practices are being incorporated into the overall experience at luxury hotels

Ayurveda, it’s mystic and foreign, riddled with treatments and services the novice massage seeker may not be familiar with. With that being said, Judy Chapman, one of our contributing writers, chimes in on her experience at a Bali retreat. Learn the ins and outs of this through Judy’s experience and find out if this practice can benefit you.

These top 10 winners of the “Best for Going Solo” category of the 2016 Wellness Travel Awards all offer exceptional programs and activities for the solo traveler that will help you be your best in the year ahead.

Your votes have been tallied and the winners of the 2016 Wellness Travel Awards are official! Category Awards were given to the top properties from “Hidden Gems” to “Best for Yoga” to “Best for Families.”

Ours is a world where every kind of “wellness” imaginable is explored and promoted, whether physical, mental, spiritual, environmental or workplace. But meaningful conversations about, and approaches to improve, sexual wellbeing have been seriously left out of the equation. On the one hand we live in a sex-saturated world: bombarded with hyper-sexualized images and impossible […]

When wellness travel’s evolution is discussed, it’s often represented as a series of consecutive “waves,“ with the first wave all about Zen-like spa pampering, stress reduction and yoga, and the ascendant wave about out-in-nature and high adventure experiences. But it’s not a case of the more extreme adventure trend replacing the Zen trend: more high-adrenaline […]

From Bonnaroo to Burning Man, Carnival to Coachella, the thriving festival circuit fills every enthusiast’s calendar.

The posh Trump SoHo features New York’s only private luxury hammam experience and is just a 12-minute walk from Washington Square Park. Guests enjoy the ultimate in luxury as they dine at unique restaurants and unwind over cocktails in The Library or retreat to the seasonal Bar d’Eau with its outdoor pool deck. Inspired by the cobblestone streets and the history of the neighborhood, the intimate yet dramatic hotel reflects SoHo’s unique environment.

Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park London welcomes you with legendary service, steeped in the values of the orient. Overlooking Hyde Park and Knightsbridge, The Mandarin Oriental features elegant rooms, a Guest Services Manager on every floor to cater to guests’ needs, two outstanding restaurants and a stunning bar.

You’ll discover your personal oasis of calm at The Scarlet Huntington, San Francisco, which pays homage to the former Huntington Hotel’s illustrious legacy in Nob Hill, a San Francisco neighborhood known for historic Victorian homes and spectacular views.

A 12-minute walk from the Denver Performing Arts Complex, the premier Ritz-Carlton Denver is renowned for its plush accommodations, spectacular spa, acclaimed fine dining and impeccable service. Spacious guest rooms feature baths with soaking tubs and rainforest showerheads, and guests enjoy free access to an adjacent fitness center with an indoor pool.

A gateway between East and West Europe, Vienna’s spectacular architecture and rich cultural heritage make it a favorite among American and international travelers. There’s beauty to be found around every corner and friendly locals will point you to a great meal.

The new Meditation Villas unveiled at Australia’s Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat are right on trend.

Prepare to be stunned by the postcard vistas of Scrub Island, a remote destination in the British Virgin Islands.

At first glance, the outdoor yoga shala at the Four Seasons Resort Sayan could be a New Age cathedral or a giant turtle.

Peter Island Resort & Spa – casual enough to feel unstuffy, but also one of the most romantic and relaxing destinations you will ever discover.

Four quick to-dos in San Francisco that combine the outdoors, good eats, mindset, and more!