Stress Management

The answer is a resounding yes. Our wellness holidays go far beyond the traditional fly and flop holiday. They’re transformative experiences which provide lifelong benefits, whether it’s a healthy holiday to help you manage your stress levels, lose weight, detox or learn a new skill. You’ll return home inspired and with the knowledge you need to pursue a happier and more peaceful lifestyle. Here are a few of the benefits you can expect from one of our luxury wellness holidays:

There are two kinds of travelers in the world – those who pack wisely and those who wish they had. Packing is an important element when travelling because when it is done well, it can help create a stress-free travel experience. You don't want to over pack and then suffer by having to cart around a bulky bag, but you also don't want to under pack and end up forgetting some of your essentials. Here, you can learn to beat stress on holiday, with our top ten essential packing tips!

Make 2016 the year to kick-start a healthy change in your life as we share our most transformative and life-changing healthy holidays. Whether you’re looking to embrace mindfulness, quit smoking, get fit or beat insomnia, welcome in a new beginning as you embark on a life-changing wellness journey in inspiring destinations around the world.

Offering an educational escape away from the stuff confines of classrooms, we round up our 10 best healthy learning holidays offering an education in wellness. From mastering stand-up paddle boarding upon the azure waters of Ibiza, to learning how to manage stress in the tranquillity of India’s Himalayas, these healthy escapes offer the opportunity to learn a new skill that will enhance your life long after your holiday tan has faded.

Travel the world in style on one our savvy single short-haul breaks which prove that travelling solo is a rewarding and life-enhancing experience that everyone should embark on at some point in their life. With a range of different activities to take part in, including helicopter tours in Turkey and canyoning in Portugal these single-friendly breaks are a sure-fire way to meet new people whilst exploring lush surroundings. The fantastic wellness facilities are also not to be missed. With everything from massages and facials to reflexology and shiatsu, these luxury trips are guaranteed to have something for everyone. 

Stress is a crucial process in our bodies that triggers a reaction in the event of an emergency. It’s when this bodily function works overtime that damage is done to our health. The ill effects of stress range from digestive disorders to a weakened immune system - not to mention a poor quality of life.

Unwind and recharge with our top twelve spa escapes which are perfect for Autumn and Winter 2018. Each spa boasts a long list of treatments from invigorating salt scrubs and cleansing body wraps to soothing aromatherapy massages and relaxing facials. In addition to these rejuvenating treatments, you can also participate in a range of fun-filled activities like sunrise stretching, belly dancing and aqua fit classes. Many of these resorts also offer unlimited access to the spa facilities, fitness centre, and more meaning a moment of wellness is never far away!

Take your passion for yoga across the globe with these 4 authentic yoga retreats in India. These stunning yoga breaks offer the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind from the stresses of every day life whilst being surrounded by beautiful surroundings and like-minded people. After a long day of yoga be sure to indulge in a range of spa treatments ranging from salt scrubs and massages to aromatherapy and reflexology. After a stint on one of these fantastic yoga retreats, you are sure to return home feeling happier and healthier with some new yoga moves under your belt.

Quitting smoking is not easy, and watching others succeed can make you wonder why you are struggling. We don’t live in a one size fits all world; what is good for one may not be good for all. If going cold turkey feels like walking on a tightrope and conventional methods fail you, then it might be time to go for the alternative. There exists natural and healthy ways to stop smoking which can be tailored to your personal requirements, ranging from Acupuncture to a full liver detox. Escape from the usual pressures of daily life on a de-stress holiday where you can learn to manage stress, target health issues and battle withdrawal symptoms. Return home after a relaxing wellness break having conquered your smoking addiction and learnt healthy habits which will make the lifestyle change maintainable.

Quitting smoking is not easy, and watching others succeed can make you wonder why you are struggling. We don’t live in a one size fits all world; what is good for one may not be good for all. If going cold turkey feels like walking on a tightrope and conventional methods fail you, then it might be time to go for the alternative. There exists natural and healthy ways to stop smoking which can be tailored to your personal requirements, ranging from Acupuncture to a full liver detox. Escape from the usual pressures of daily life on a de-stress holiday where you can learn to manage stress, target health issues and battle withdrawal symptoms. Return home after a relaxing wellness break having conquered your smoking addiction and learnt healthy habits which will make the lifestyle change maintainable.

Many of us battle with balancing our hectic daily schedules and home life. Between work-related issues, personal problems and struggling to find the time to catch up with yourself, it becomes increasingly easy to fall into a trap of feeling burnt-out, exhausted and stressed. In fact it is so common that in 2012, around 428,000 people suffered from work-related stress. Chronic stress is not only bad for your emotional state, but also for your physical health and well-being in general. Symptoms can include a lack of focus, irritability, migraines, and a cycle of poor nutrition and sleepless nights.

Get more out of your next solo holiday, than a fly-and-flop week on the beach. Utilise that precious ‘me time’ by learning a new skill and achieving a life goal that will benefit you long after you get home on a learning holiday to enhance your well-being. From learning the basics of yoga to cooking in Vietnam, a learning holiday is a fantastic way to meet like-minded individuals with a shared interest.

It is an unwanted but common side effect of our modern world that people suffer from a mental imbalance and feel worn out. The consequences of struggling with mental clarity have distressing effects on your everyday life. Apart from affecting your performance at work, they also cause emotional problems such as depression, anxiety and stress. Fortunately, there are ways to combat this with life coaching being one of the many options. There’s a huge demand for life coaching services today, and now, you can obtain these services at some of the most idyllic wellness retreats around the world.

These life coaching retreats, set in beautiful locations worldwide, will help reset your focus while enjoying exquisite spa treatments and personal coaching sessions that will create a new, more successful you. These luxurious hideaways will allow you to escape your stressful daily life, whilst specialist treatments and holistic classes guarantee you the relaxation and life-altering revitalization that you deserve.

In today’s fast paced and supercharged world, sometimes we all need a moment to reboot our mind and re-connect with our inner-calm. With the rising popularity of mindfulness giving us the tools to cope with the stresses and strains of daily life, our 5 best mindful retreats offer practical techniques for staying present, balanced and calm. Whether you’re more of a yoga guru or spa holiday worshipper, you’ll find everything you need to cultivate calm and channel a more balanced mind.

Reach new heights on a peaceful meditation retreat set in the most picturesque mountain destinations across the globe. Discover the best meditation retreats to suit your wellness needs, whether that be concealed in the therapeutic southern Alps in New Zealand, or immersed in the rich yogic heritage of the majestic Himalayan mountains in India.

For many brides-to-be the pressures of wedding planning can create a cauldron of stressful choices, difficult emotions and family feuds. Offering relaxing spa treatments and reviving wellness activities, escaping on a pre-wedding health retreat could be your best wedding idea yet. Famed for its joie de vivre, we share 5 reasons to visit France and restore you to vitality before you say ‘I do.’ 

Need some time out to re-energise your body and soothe your mind? These five relaxing spa holidays in the Mediterranean will do just that and more, enhancing your health and leaving you feeling rejuvenated and replenished. Taking a break away from your hectic schedule will not only refocus your mind and ambition, but will offer a different light with which to approach work situations. Whether you go to Spain or Malta or Cyprus, the end result of boosting your well-being will be achieved at all of these five relaxing spa retreats. Soak up the Mediterranean atmosphere and inhale the fresh air as you enjoy the highly nutritious and delicious cuisine.

During National Stress Awareness Day, health care professionals and experts join forces to increase public awareness about both the causes and cures of the modern day stress epidemic. But health care workers themselves, notably GPs with their busy workload, are at high risk of suffering from the effects of stress. Prospect Health, a leading health care recruitment company, recognises this and has teamed up with us to offer GPs and other medical staff an exclusive discount.

With so many retreats to choose from, it can be difficult to determine which retreats are truly authentic. Here at Health and Fitness Travel we have spent years trying, testing and researching all kinds of wellness escapes from Ayurvedic and mindfulness to yoga and digital detox to decipher which retreats are the most trustworthy. Thankfully, we can assure our clients that during any one of our healthy holidays, they will have the time to rest, focus on themselves and release any built-up stress causing mental exhaustion. Under the guidance of highly trained wellness experts, guests can feel assured that they will leave their holiday with the mental clarity and sense of purpose they’ve been searching for. So, without further ado, here are 6 authentic wellness retreats that are loved and trusted by us. 

Reset and relax at one of these calming retreats for the ultimate de-stress holiday experience. Unwind and reboot in a luxurious spa where you can enjoy treatments ranging from hot stone massages and facial scrubs to detoxifying wraps and steam baths. These beautiful destinations offer the perfect setting for you to take some time out to focus on your connection with your inner self with activities like Pilates, yoga and meditation. With all these relaxing and rejuvenating activities at your disposal, you can rest assured that a moment of Zen will never be far away.