Affected by so much more than changing seasons, personal hygiene and nutrition, immunity is impacted by key factors including state of mind and body, environment, emotions, energy, spirit and community. Personalised to every individual’s unique condition and circumstances, Aman is pleased to announce new wellness programmes designed to bolster and support the body’s natural defence systems with the aim of enabling you to be at your optimum health.

Drawing on the most advanced medicine and scientific knowledge, as well as the wisdom of ancient wellness traditions, each new programme will tackle every aspect of immunity and reflect Aman’s signature integrative approach to wellbeing.

Integrated Medical Immune Support Immersion at Amanpuri, Thailand (year-round)

In February 2019, Amanpuri became the brand’s first resort to provide medical services with the launch of its revolutionary Holistic Wellness Centre and transformative multi-day Medical Wellness Immersion programmes. The new Integrated Medical Immune Support Immersion is a five-night programme designed and led by expert physicians who have selected therapies supported by medical literature to contribute to improved immune defence. Influenced by many factors including genetics, the immune system needs the support of a healthy lifestyle and all that entails to function optimally. For example, correct nutrition and sufficient sleep are crucial, while stress is a leading cause of immunosuppression.

Traditional Medicine Immune Support Retreat at Amanyara, Turks and Caicos (9 March – 15 December 2020), Amanzoe, Greece (1 April – 31 May 2020, 2 October – 30 November 2020), and Amanoi, Vietnam (year-round)

The prevention of illness has always been considered the highest form of medicine in traditional health systems. With a history of more than 2,000 years, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) looks at health from a holistic viewpoint, addressing “patterns of disharmony” – the underlying areas of imbalance that cause ill health. Aman’s new Traditional Medicine Immune-Support Retreat focuses on the immune-supporting practices to regain the equilibrium of body and mind necessary to prevent ill health. In TCM, practices that have evolved to ensure optimal health include acupuncture, moxibustion and acupressure massage. To protect against catching respiratory illnesses for example, the lungs (representing the immune system in TCM) must be strengthened through breathing exercises, cardiovascular exercise, acupuncture and herbal medicine such as the classic Yu Ping Feng San formula. Nutrition also plays a role in strengthening the digestive system and kidneys, with ginger, garlic, spring onions, fermented soy beans and chillies considered cleansing (and recognised for their antiviral and antibacterial properties from a modern medicinal perspective).

Ayurveda Immune Support Retreat at Amanbagh, India (12 March – 20 December 2020)

Beyond the clamour and energy of Jaipur, the one-time Mughal hunting lodge of Amanbagh is set in serene wilderness at the foothills of Rajasthan’s Aravalli Hills – the ideal place to escape from the tensions of the modern world and connect with the rhythms of rural life. The healing power of Ayurveda, an ancient form of medicine, has long been revered throughout India where the practices are thought to prevent disease by returning the body to its natural equilibrium. Aiming to fulfil the growing desire to achieve inner balance and lasting health, Amanbagh is now offering a new Traditional Medicine Immune Support Retreat, rooted in the principles of Ayurveda and lasting a minimum of four nights. Each day, throughout the retreat, guests will enjoy an immune-supporting shot, a selection of restorative herbal teas, a daily private movement session, a bespoke Ayurveda spa treatment, guided walks at sunrise and morning group yoga sessions.

Holistic Immune Support Retreat at Amanera, Dominican Republic / Amanemu, Japan / Amanjena, Marrakech (year-round)

Amanera, Dominican Republic- The healing power of nature, with her vast apothecary of medicinal plants and soul-cradling beauty is well documented. New this year, Amanera is embracing this wisdom with the launch of a three-night Holistic Immune Support Retreat that has been defined by the resort’s natural surroundings in every way. The retreat includes an initial wellness consultation with the resort’s Wellness Manager, four herbal medicinal remedies, immune-supporting herbal teas and juices, a nature walk, and also a Waning Moon Ritual which signifies the releasing of emotional imbalances to achieve strengthened immunity.

Amanemu, Japan- Set on the shores of Ago Bay in the heart of forested Ise Shima National Park, Amanemu is located in close proximity to the sacred Ise Jingu Grand Shrine. The resort is Aman’s first mineral-hot-spring destination and the 2,000-sq m Aman Spa includes a large central onsen and two private onsen bathing pavilions. The Holistic Immune Support Retreat at Amanemu is offered as a one-night/two-day programme and incorporates Toji Bathing, where guests remain in the warm onsen for an extended length of time to absorb the healing benefits of the mineral-rich hot springs. The retreat includes a 90-minute Sea Salt Scrub and Seaweed Body Wrap, a 90-minute acupuncture and moxibustion session and a traditional healthy Japanese lunch.

Amanjena, Marrakech- The purifying and fortifying benefits of water, steam and touch have long been revered in ancient cultures. Central to North African preventive medicine are cleansing rituals involving purification by steam and exfoliating massage in a hammam, a Turkish bathing chamber. Taking place in the serene oasis of Amanjena, a rose-hued resort located just outside the fabled Red City of Marrakech, the three-night Holistic Immune Support includes an immunity-bolstering purification ritual and argan hair treatment in the resort’s marble-clad hammam. In addition, detoxifying massages, foot reflexology and immune-supporting herbal teas are offered.

New Immune Support Spa Treatments at Aman Tokyo, Japan (year-round)

Providing a tranquil sanctuary amid the atmospheric whirl of city life, Aman Tokyo is now offering a two-hour Ginger Tea Journey that has been carefully crafted to support the fragile immune system and aid physical health. Taking place in the 2,500-sq m Aman Spa set high above the skyline, this new treatment includes a wrap made from Japanese pepper that envelops the body, allowing for warm ginger tea to be poured all over to soothe muscle tension.

All Aman Wellness experiences are designed to encourage a process of release, allowing participants to leave behind negative holding patterns and embrace a strong newness of spirit, while taking with them what they have learnt to adopt a more meaningful and reflective way of living. The new programmes aim to renew individual confidence in the body’s ability to ward off infection, providing peace of mind and a sense of calm invaluable to the maintenance of optimal wellbeing.

For more details: www.aman.com/wellness