GlobalSpa
18-Jan-2025
Wellness is taking over Valentine’s Day, and here’s how you can embrace it!
In 2025, the romance narrative is taking a thoughtful turn and this year Valentine’s Day focuses on meaningful connections and lasting love, with holistic wellness and self-care at its core. From stress-relief programs to workout vacations and retreats that help couples reconnect with their roots, the emphasis is on building bonds through shared growth and rejuvenation. After all, what better way to celebrate love than by investing in its foundation?
In today’s fast-paced world, wellness travel is no longer just a luxury – it’s a priority. With the global wellness industry projected to hit USD 8.5 trillion, it’s clear that travellers are seeking more meaningful and mindful experiences that focus on both physical and mental well being. Additionally, trends for 2025 show couples accounting for 23% of travel groups and 83% of Indian travellers increasingly interested in longevity retreats, highlighting the rising demand for wellness-focused vacations. These three curated wellness journeys offer a blend of luxury, holistic healing and the opportunity to discover a more balanced way of living-together.
Energise Together: A Workout Vacation for Two
This Valentine’s season, escape to paradise at Kandima Maldives—an island that redefines love, adventure, and wellness in every way imaginable. Fuel the spark of connection and add a dash of playful competition as you race side-by-side in the Maldives' first-ever e-go-karting challenge. Trade smiles and volleys on the state-of-the-art tennis courts, or take your love to new heights with a breathtaking parasailing experience that lets you glide hand in hand above the turquoise waters. As the sun dips below the horizon, sip on Cupid’s signature cocktails or savour a mouthwatering Valentine’s Eve BBQ under a blanket of stars, serenaded by the gentle symphony of ocean waves. For quieter, more intimate moments, cosy up for a romantic movie night under the open sky. For those who crave an extraordinary experience, Kandima’s Lover’s Island Castaway Retreat offers the ultimate escape. Enjoy an exclusive, secluded private island, where the sun-drenched beach, a chilled bottle of bubbly, and a fresh fruit basket set the stage for the perfect romantic hideaway.
Connect to the Roots
Kayaam House, launched under the Reverie brand by Resplendent Ceylon, offers a sanctuary where ancient wisdom meets modern luxury, providing a holistic journey of rejuvenation, mindfulness, and wellbeing. At Kayaam House, wellness itself becomes the ultimate romance, with bespoke programmes designed to nurture both body and soul, tailored to one's needs. Programs span from three to 14 days, and include Heal & Balance, Detox & Cleanse, Renew & Revitalise etc. These treatments combine traditional Ayurvedic therapies, including Sudation treatments, Panchakarma (a cleansing ritual to eliminate toxins), herbal remedies, and Ayurvedic medicines. For those seeking private, indulgent experiences, couples can take a leisurely cycle ride through the tranquil Sri Lankan countryside, explore the vibrant flavours of Sri Lankan cuisine, or enjoy a bespoke meal plan by the resident Ayurvedic doctor. Unwind with a sunset cruise or enjoy snorkelling in the serene waters of Rekawa’s natural pools.
Couples that Glow Together, Grow Together!
In today’s world, wellness offerings are vast, but for couples looking to delve deeper into the nuances of true well-being, Chenot Palace Gabala stands out as the ideal choice. The wellness retreat in Azerbaijan is purely focused on wellness, and offers world-class facilities amidst pristine natural surroundings. It has created global benchmarks with its approach, backed decades of research and a very focused proposition of highly personalised well-being. It seamlessly integrates luxurious amenities with holistic transformative treatments for individuals. The latest technology at Chenot Palace Gabala ensures every guest receives customised advanced holistic wellness treatments through weekly programmes such the 7-night Advanced Detox, Recover & Energise and Prevention & Ageing Well programmes with comprehensive checkups, and expert dietary guidance. The retreat offers advanced medical aesthetic treatments, including a top-class metabolic laboratory, a cryo-chamber, antigravity technologies, and an altitude chamber, all tailored to optimize good health. The focus is on detoxification, refreshing both body and mind, with each treatment carefully curated to promote long-lasting vitality.
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