Looking to reset your body clock and adopt some serious yet result-oriented changes into your lifestyle? Signature rounds up some of the finest wellness retreats that is perfect for anyone who is in need of R&R and take their care of overall well-being
PALACE MERANO
Merano, Italy
The 5-star luxury Palace Merano represents over a century of charm, maintaining the splendor of olden times in a neo-classical architecture surrounded by lush parkland in Merano, Italy. The hotel is home to the Henri Chenot treatment centre, founded on the principles of Biontology, and the wellness centre and SPA0. Espace Henri Chenot focuses on Health, Bioenergetics, Dietetics, Hydro-Biontology, Medical Aesthetics, Fitness and overall wellness. The wellness centre and spa offers programmes for detoxification, regeneration, weight-loss and aesthetics. All programmes follow the principles of Biontology, the scientific discipline based on an understanding of the development of the body’s vital resources at different stages in life.
Reservations: +39 0473271000 or reservations@palace.it • Website: www.palace.it
ANANDA IN THE HIMALAYAS
Uttarakand, India
Tucked away in the foothills of the Himalayas in a former palace and spread over 100 acres of lush land, Ananda is inarguably the most luxurious, authentic Ayurvedic wellness destination in India. Ananda integrates traditional Ayurveda, Yoga, Meditation and Vedanta with international wellness experiences, fitness and healthy organic cuisine to restore balance and harmony. Ananda’s wellness programmes follow a holistic approach towards achieving the best results in a safe, nurturing atmosphere guided by a team of experts and are customised for each guest. The award winning programmes work to create a sustainable journey towards a healthier, enriched lifestyle.
Reservations: +91 124 451 6650 or reservations@anandaspa.com • Website: www.anandaspa.com
COMO SHAMBHALA ESTATE
Bali, Indonesia
COMO Shambhala Estate, Bali, advocates proactive holistic wellness, combining modern science with ancient healing. With more than 20 years of experience in wellness, COMO Shambhala’s Expert Consultants are trained to guide individuals through selected Wellness Programmes, creating personalised treatments and activities. Located on a jungle-covered riverbank, 20 pools and health facilities draw water from ‘The Source,’ a spring locally revered for its healing properties. The holistic, 360-degree approach wellness retreat is supported by COMO Shambhala Cuisine — a healthful, energising and flavour-rich dining experience, developed over a decade to ensure the freshest ingredients meet the specific nutritional need of personalised diet plans.
Reservations: +62 361 972 448 or res.CSestate@comohotels.com • Website: www.comohotels.com/comoshambhalaestate
CHIVA-SOM
Hua Hin, Thailand
One of the world’s pioneering wellness destinations located next to the Gulf of Thailand in the royal city of Hua Hin, Chiva-Som has been forefront of well-being for 20 years, and still remains triumphantly at the top of its game. Nestled amongst acres of lush tropical gardens in Hua Hin, a mere two hours by road from Bangkok, Chiva-Som is the perfect spa for everyone. Chiva-Som’s holistic approach to wellness incorporates the mind, body and spirit. Thirteen uniquely designed retreats provide welcome support for a range of health issues. The tailored programmes are based Chiva-Som’s 6 Wellness modalities – Spa, Fitness, Physiotherapy, Holistic Health, Nutrition and Aesthetic Beauty. Chiva-Som offers a selection of 54 exquisite rooms to choose from, including traditional Thai Pavilions to the newly-renovated Ocean Rooms and Suites.
Reservations: +66 3253 6536 or reservation@chivasom.com • Website: www.chivasom.com
AMATARA WELLNESS RESORT
Phuket, Thailand
Amatara Wellness Resort is the new benchmark for life enhancing wellness experience in a luxury resort setting. Tucked away in a quiet corner of the idyllic island, Cape Panwa overlooking a secluded bay by the turquoise Andaman Sea, Amatara’s concept is to help individuals to reach a new level of happiness through balancing body and mind through healthy activities, diet and blissful treatments and to find the pure joy in every moment.
The Amatara experience is aimed to be a personal journey to one’s most vibrant self. The resort’s holistic, professional, ‘middle way’ approach to wellness means that one can enjoy the journey while achieving the results one seek’s. As the first and only luxury destination spa in Phuket, Amatara offers all-inclusive programs; spacious, beautiful accommodation, organic, wholefood cuisine tailored to personal health goals, and bespoke wellness treatments and activities.
Reservations: +662 653 0555 or reservations.phuket@amataraphuket.com • Website: www.amataraphuket.com
