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4 Wellness Experiences Around the World to Try in 2025

by Kimberly Inlander

Jan 13, 2025

© Courtesy of Ananda in the Himalayas

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Family travelers of any configuration will want to try these wellness experiences around the world.

 

Ananda in the Himalayas

This holistic wellness retreat in North India offers a Sleep Enhancement Program that helps address sleep issues and improve overall sleep. A range of other signature programs target issues like stress management, longevity, menopause and more.

 

New in 2025, Ananda hosts a group retreat in Portugal at the end of February.

 

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Hotel Belmar

Go back to basics with yoga and nature at Hotel Belmar, which blends sustainability and wellness. The hotel’s holistic approach combines Monteverde’s cloud forest with forest immersions, yoga, farm-to-table culinary and more.

 

SAVIA creates the curated rainforest experiences at Hotel Belmar.

 

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Naya Traveler

Naya Traveler’s growing list of Wellness Wanders detox, refuel and rejuvenate mind and body in a unique cultural context. Travel and wellbeing are paired on either private or small group itineraries.

 

Naya Traveler works with an exceptional group of hosts and expert guides in each destination.

 

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Calabash Cove Resort and Spa

Self-care amenities abound here, where Ti Spa uses European techniques alongside Saint Lucia’s tradition of plant- and food-based curatives. Embrace what is natural here and get back to basics to cleanse the body.

 

The all-inclusive, adults-only boutique hotel offers 26 villas.

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