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With more than half the world in isolation, quarantine and lockdown are terms that most of us are becoming very familiar with. Being confined to a house is something a lot of us have never experienced before, and it doesn’t take long before cabin-fever kicks in, especially with little to no direct contact with others.

Looking for a much-needed luxury spa break from the pressures of your hectic lifestyle? Why not treat yourself to some well-deserved ‘me’ time, on a spa retreat where you can do nothing but relax, rebalance and refresh. Whether you crave the secluded serenity of the Himalayas or prefer the sun-soaked shores of the Algarve, relax like royalty in one of the most luxurious spa holidays in the world. 

 What led you to discover meditation and mindfulness?

I spent a lot of time in the pool as a teenager, training as a competitive swimmer. My coach would always talk about the power of the mind over the body, so I was always aware of how I was thinking and looking to maintain positive mental attitude. I got injured at 17, and had to stop swimming. That was a huge period of confusion and depression. My whole identity was wrapped up in being an athlete and performing. If I couldn’t do that, who was I?

What is REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort and who is it for?

A 5-star luxury resort in Bali REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort, this resort is for guests seeking holistic transformation in a beautiful and serene setting, bespoke programs are designed for each individual and can be based on your in-depth pre-arrival questionnaire and even genetics with optional DNA testing available.

The recent outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19) is causing a great deal of concern and uncertainty for many across the world. Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that are known to cause illness in animals and humans; COVID-19 is the latest strand of coronavirus to be discovered. 

With solo female travel rapidly on the rise, there has never been a better way to celebrate International Women’s Day than with a wellness retreat. Discover the best female-only wellness retreats worldwide for solo travel. From relaxing on the glistening shores of the Algarve with an immersive yoga experience, to increasing your fitness on an intensive bootcamp overlooking the striking Thai mountains, these exclusive health and fitness retreats are guaranteed to enlighten and empower every woman.

This Mother’s Day treat your mum to the luxury spa retreat she craves. We recommend the best Mother’s Day wellness breaks for health-conscious Mums. From a spa carved into the dramatic Troodos mountains to soothing treatments that overlook sandy Mediterranean beaches, these spa holidays have everything your mum will need to restore calm and tranquillity to her life.

Ben, a senior Executive from Melbourne took part in a Basic Optimal Fitness retreat at Kamalaya over a 7 night stay, joined by his wife and a good friend the trio all took part in different programs but enjoyed dining and relaxing together around their scheduled activities and treatments. When asked if he would book this type of trip in the future, he says, “Absolutely” 

Travel Specialist Manuel spent 48 hours at luxury wellness retreat, COMO Shambhala Estate in Bali and this is his snapshot review…

COMO Shambhala Estate is nothing short of spectacular! A world-class luxurious wellness retreat in Ubud, Bali with breath-taking views of the dense tropical jungle. The award-winning wellness retreat creates an unforgettable experience for their guests. Whether you're a wellness newbie and kick-starting your wellness journey or you wanted to achieve optimal health on a fitness holiday, your stay at COMO Shambhala Estate will help you to reach your goals and boost your overall well-being.

Angie Newson has been in the health and fitness industry for over 25 years - teaching all aspects of fitness over the years from aquatics to yoga and Pilates. Author of Get Fit for Free and The Detox Factor, she has also many years’ experience of health club management running studios and formerly as a General Manager of a private top London health spa.