Top 10 Best Spas in the World

With the pace of working life growing ever faster it’s easy to forget how to de-stress, relax and unwind. So to help you achieve your wellness goals we have chosen our top 10 best spas from around the world. From unforgettable safari spa holidays to award-winning medical wellness spas, there is no better way to relive the stresses and strains of everyday life. These world class spa holidays each offer a completely unique and memorable experience with the facilities and expertise to help you realise your health and fitness needs.

St Lucia: The BodyHoliday

Surrounded by acres of unspoilt rainforest and natural waterfalls the BodyHoliday, St Lucia is perfectly situated for a relaxing healthy break. Boasting an impressive number of spa treatments, therapies and activities based on the four pillars of exercise, good diet, restorative beauty and relaxation; this luxury spa holiday accommodates your every need. Let your stresses float away while you lie in the hydrotherapy pool, de-stress and unwind with a full body massage or treat yourself to a revitalising facial. With complimentary group classes you can relax your mind and body while practicing yoga or get your heart racing with a spinning class. Perfect for a singles holiday this healthy spa getaway is guaranteed to satisfy all your wellness needs.

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Thailand: Kamalaya

Once a spiritual retreat and place of meditation for Buddhist monks, Kamalaya is the ideal destination for a relaxing spa and detox holiday. Its naturally calming energy complements the vast number of holistic healing treatments the spa has to offer. A wellness consultation when you arrive paired with a follow up consultation at the end of your stay allows you to gain the most from this healthy spa holiday. This holistic spa retreat focuses on detoxing and cleansing your body, mind and soul and promoting wellness on multiple levels. With dedicated wellness programmes each tailored to specific goals such as detox, weight loss and sleep enhancement there is something to suit everyone on this luxury spa getaway.

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Vietnam: TIA Wellness Resort

Experience all aspects of well-being at the award-winning TIA Wellness Resort in Vietnam where you can enjoy two inclusive daily spa treatments alongside an exciting daily schedule of activities, classes and excursions. TIA Wellness Resort’s idyllic beach front location provides the perfect setting for a relaxing yoga holiday in the sun. From spontaneous dips in your private pool to beachfront Tai Chi lessons with the sound of crashing waves in the background throughout the evenings, there is no shortage of relaxing and exciting activities to enjoy at this luxurious spa retreat. With complimentary group classes, a variety of relaxing spa treatments to choose from and full access to the spa facilities, you can create the perfect balance of activities and treatments to allow you to reach your personal wellness goals.  

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Bali: Como Shambhala Estate 

A winner of numerous industry awards the Como Shambhala Estate in Bali offers a holistic approach to wellness. Set in 9 acres of beautiful tropical grounds its simple, back to nature feel is accompanied by state of the art facilities and resident health experts including a yoga teacher, Ayuredic doctor and nutritionist. Water for the estate is provided by ‘The Source’, a local spring believed by natives to possess healing benefits meaning it is the ideal spa destination for a rejuvenating healing holiday. This multi award-winning spa retreat offers a variety of luxurious Asian-inspired treatments to help you unwind and balance your mind. You can choose from a range of programmes tailor-made to satisfy specific wellness needs from detox and fitness to rejuvenation and stress management.

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Spain: SHA Wellness Clinic 

This multi award-winning medical spa prides itself on offering personalised wellness programmes that are tailored to meet the needs of the individual. A consultation with one of SHA’s health experts when you arrive will set you in the right direction to a healthier and happier you on this luxury spa break. Whether your goal is to detox, de-stress or slim down on a weight loss holiday, the wellness spa provides all the necessary tools to help you achieve your goals. Combining traditional Far Eastern-inspired therapies with the latest Western advances and expert knowledge the wellness clinic aims to help you achieve a healthy body and mind long term by encouraging you to develop and maintain healthy habits.

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India: Ananda 

This spiritual wellness retreat is located in the tranquil Himalayan foothills and features a beautifully secluded spa which utilises a combination of treatments and practices to improve the overall well-being of their guests. The stunning surrounding mountains and enchanting landscapes create the perfect backdrop for a calm and relaxing healthy holiday or singles break. Extend your health and unite your mind, body and soul with uniquely tailored wellness programmes, developed for you by the hotel’s resident health experts. Indulge in any number of body and beauty treatments which combine the traditional Indian systems of Ayurveda with a more modern Westernised approach. Relax and unwind on this multi award-winning Ayurveda spa holiday which is guaranteed to leave you feeling completely rejuvenated.

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The Philippines: The Farm 

Improve your physical, mental and spiritual well-being on a spa and detox holiday at The Farm, San Benito’s unique wellness retreat. Set at the base of Mount Malarayat, the Farm is built around a 250 year old mango tree which is said to possess unique healing powers. Perfect for a revitalising anti-ageing holidayyou can soak up the natural energy of the surrounding environment and enjoy detoxifying treatments, raw nutrition and emotional guidance and support throughout your stay. The spa offers a variety of holistic therapies to suit you and treatments are carried out using natural, organic products; many of which are produced locally. Improve your emotional and physical health on this luxury spa holiday with its authentic, back to nature approach and traditional wellness treatments.

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Greece: Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort 

Reconnect with yourself, others and the world around you while taking in the stunning views of the Mirabello Bay in Crete. Awarded the title, ‘best luxury spa in Greece’ Porto Elounda Golf & Spa Resort boasts an extensive range of treatments and award-winning facilities making it the ideal choice for a revitalising spa and sport holiday. Personalised wellness programmes are designed to help you realise your wellness needs and achieve your fitness goals. De-stress and unwind in this Mediterranean paradise on a golfing holiday or by indulging in some of the holistic therapies and activities the Six Senses Spa has to offer. You will never be short of ways to relax with the complimentary group classes including yoga, water aerobics and Tai Chi.

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South Africa: Santé Wellness Retreat & Spa

Awarded the title ‘Africa’s Best Wellness Retreat’ by the World Spa Awards, Santé is the perfect spa destination for a luxury spa holiday. Feel the powerful effects of high-tech wellness solutions on this all-inclusive holiday, including theragem crystal light therapy and pulsed plasma light technology. To further unwind, take full advantage of the regular yoga, meditation, and mindfulness classes, as well as the extensive spa facilities. The hotel’s nutritious, authentic cuisine is all locally sourced and will complement your health and fitness goals, and with no schedules to contend with you can enjoy a stress-free experience that fits around your individual needs on this luxury spa holiday. Improve your health and well-being whilst taking in the magnificent scenery and encountering the stunning African wildlife for a completely unique spa getaway.

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Thailand: Chiva-Som International Wellness Resort

Nestled amongst rich, verdant gardens, Chiva-Som is the epitome of bliss and tranquillity, and is undoubtably one of the best spas in the world. Surrounded by greenery, and able to hear the waves of the sea in the background, this idyllic setting provides calming and grounding, offering the perfect backdrop for a relaxing wellness holiday. Chiva-Som adopts a holistic approach to wellness focusing on progressive health and vitality. Expert therapists provide tailor-made programmes designed to satisfy the health and fitness needs of each individual. With an extensive range of beauty treatments, therapies and guidance on nutrition and exercise this is the perfect spa destination to relax, unwind and begin your wellness journey.

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