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3 Of The Best Locations For A Health And Wellness Retreat

Health and Wellness - Yoga and Meditation

The stress of modern life does tend to get to you and there is no better way of relieving this stress than a health and wellness retreat. Learn how to care for your body, try meditation and yoga, while experiencing the culture of another country. Here are some of the best locations to chill out, relax and generally get yourself and your spirit back on track.

1. Take a spiritual tour of Bhutan

Bhutan is a mystical and fascinating country nestled in the Himalayas. Among the beautiful, snow-capped mountains are green and lovely valleys and forests offering a stunning and breath-taking landscape. What makes the country unique is the fact that tourism to Bhutan was not available until 1974. To retain its traditional charm, the number of visitors to the country is restricted. This means you must carefully plan your health and wellness retreat in Bhutan.

The best way to see Bhutan is to take a trek through the forests and rice paddy fields. Along the way head up to the fascinating Buddhist monasteries, which seem almost suspended from the steep hillsides. Here you can meet with the monks to take on a spiritual journey. Also, learn about yoga and meditation and holistic health at one of the beautiful sanctuaries throughout the country.
 
Takshang monastery, Bhutan

2. Health and wellness in New Zealand

The scenery in New Zealand ranges from beautiful lakes to stark, volcanic peaks and a sub-alpine hiking holiday through this scene will let you get back to nature and relax. While exploring the wonders of the area, stop off at lodges offering soothing spa therapies, meditation and yoga and healthy eating with vegetarian whole foods.

Take part in nutrition courses and watch the art of permaculture in action, while staying in eco-friendly lodging in this gorgeous part of the world. End the day in the hot tub to soothe any sore muscles from your yoga classes or hiking in the mountains. According to the local media, one of the most popular retreats is the award-winning Aro Ha Wellness Retreat in Queenstown. 

In your spare time, explore the wonders of New Zealand, with its historic cities, beautiful beaches and scenic views.
 
Experience health and wellness in New Zealand

3. Health and wellness in Portugal

Portugal has a number of health and wellness retreats in all popular destinations. Learn yoga on the beach near the fascinating cities of Lisbon, Sintra and Cascais or the beautiful city of Porto, home of the best port in Portugal. Head to the Algarve to relax at a wellness retreat in Faro, Albufeira or Lagos. Here you can enjoy spa treatments, massages, yoga and meditation in beautifully scenic surroundings.

While not relaxing with a spa treatment or massage, or learning the art of yoga or meditation, enjoy the traditional cuisine of Portugal and the country’s excellent selection of wines and port.
 
Yoga in Portugal

Make a change this year when heading out for a holiday and come home truly relaxed and at peace with yourself and the world.

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