THE MOST SPOILING WELLNESS EXPERIENCES AROUND THE WORLD
From Zodiac-Inspired Massages in the Maldives to Wildlife Yoga in Kenya, Here’s How to Reboot Mind, Body, and Spirit in Style This Season
The world is ready to relax. As summer stretches ahead and out-of-office replies pop up like daisies, this is your cue to prioritise your wellbeing and indulge in the most lavish, transformative wellness experiences from across the globe. Forget your average spa weekend—this season is about reimagining self-care with once-in-a-lifetime adventures that stimulate, soothe, and restore in equal measure.
Whether you’re meditating to the sounds of the African savannah, floating in an infinity pool high above Lake Como, or aligning your chakras according to your zodiac sign in a Maldivian overwater spa, these exceptional destinations go beyond the expected to deliver truly restorative wellness escapes.
KENYA: Yoga with Wildlife at Great Plains’ ol Donyo Lodge
Nestled between Amboseli and Tsavo National Parks and overlooking the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro, Great Plains’ ol Donyo Lodge offers a safari wellness experience that’s utterly unforgettable. Guests can stretch out on yoga mats beside private plunge pools or star bed decks, greeting the day with sun salutations to the soundtrack of birdsong and elephant calls from the nearby waterhole.
Led by Great Plains’ expert guides—or enjoyed in peaceful solitude—yoga here is about deep connection to nature and self. The views are as therapeutic as the movement: practice atop ancient kopjes or meditate atop the twin peaks of El Mau Hills, with sweeping views across the 275,000-acre Maasai-owned Mbirikani Group Ranch.
After yoga, guests can nourish themselves with freshly pressed juices, herbal teas to aid digestion and calm the mind, and superfood-rich breakfasts prepared with wellness in mind. The lodge’s therapists are on hand to provide soulful spa treatments like The Renewal, a massage designed to clear emotional blockages and set positive intentions for the future.
Nightly rates start at $1,344, and the experience includes an extraordinary array of activities—from game drives to guided bushwalks and conservation initiatives. The newly added Bell 505 helicopter now also offers scenic flights over the Chyulu Hills and beyond.
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MALDIVES: Zodiac-Themed Treatments at Gili Lankanfushi’s Meera Spa
Wellness meets astrology in the Maldives at the iconic Gili Lankanfushi, where the Rasi Pairing Journey at Meera Spa invites guests to connect their sun signs to earth’s elements. Meaning “zodiac” in Sanskrit, the Rasi treatment spans two immersive days, combining astrology, Ayurveda, and spa therapies for a personalised healing experience.
Water signs like Pisces, Cancer, and Scorpio might be drawn to singing bowl sound healing and crystal therapy, while grounded Earth signs such as Virgo and Capricorn enjoy reflexology and guided hikes. This is soulful self-care steeped in tradition, with a luxurious overwater setting complete with glass-floored treatment rooms and organic, ocean-inspired Voya products.
The Rasi Pairing Journey costs $345 for 150 minutes over two days. Nightly rates at Gili Lankanfushi begin at $1,440, including breakfast for two.
gili-lankanfushi.com
SRI LANKA: Hike, Heal and Unwind Along the Pekoe Trail at Uga Halloowella
For those seeking serenity through movement and heritage, the newly opened Uga Halloowella in Hatton offers an exclusive gateway to the Pekoe Trail—a 300km cultural and scenic trek through Sri Lanka’s famed tea country. The seventh stage of the trail runs near the property, offering an accessible and soul-soothing hike through tea plantations, religious landmarks, and shimmering lakes.
Set atop a verdant hill within a 252-acre working tea estate, Uga Halloowella features just six luxurious suites and sweeping views across the valleys. Return from your hike to relax in the infinity pool, sample fresh local cuisine, and toast to wellness amid Sri Lanka’s cool highland breezes.
Nightly all-inclusive rates start from $1,125.
ITALY: Rooftop Yoga and Floating Meditation at Hilton Lake Como
A favourite for its cinematic beauty and tranquil energy, Lake Como is now also a sanctuary for holistic wellness. At Hilton Lake Como, guests can take part in sunrise rooftop yoga sessions, gazing over the glassy lake below as the first light hits the Alps.
For those craving the healing properties of water, the hotel’s eforea Spa offers a lineup of unique aquatic therapies, including Aqua Gym in the hydrotherapy pool and a Floating Meditation Bath Experience that combines guided breathwork with supported floatation on water mattresses. More adventurous guests can try the Floating Mat Workout on the rooftop infinity pool—an Instagram-worthy challenge for balance and core strength.
Yoga sessions are €25, Floating Meditation is €55, and rates at Hilton Lake Como begin at €350 per night with breakfast.
hilton.com/lakecomo
ITALY: The Sweetest Skin Reset at Hilton Molino Stucky Venice
On Venice’s quieter Giudecca Island, Hilton Molino Stucky has transformed a historic flour mill into a five-star retreat—and its eforea Spa is offering one of summer’s most indulgent skincare rituals. The Hydrating and Regenerating Honey Treatment is a 100-minute full-body and facial experience designed to rehydrate sun-parched skin and awaken tired muscles.
Using brush and roller massage techniques, honey oil, and potent marine-based skincare from Maria Galland, the treatment enhances circulation and elasticity while delivering antioxidant protection. The spa itself is one of the largest in Venice and the ideal place to unwind after a day of exploring or gondola rides.
Rates begin at €240 per night, with the signature honey treatment priced at €170.
hilton.com/venice
FRANCE: Plan Ahead for Winter with Snowga at Purple Ski’s Chalet Inoko
If your idea of wellness involves snow-covered serenity, plan now for a winter escape to Chalet Inoko in Val d’Isère, which has just been refurbished to offer even more luxury for the 2025/26 season. This chic Alpine retreat includes a hot tub, private wellness area, and spacious living quarters for up to 15 guests.
Its unique Snowga sessions—yoga in the snow or by the chalet’s private pool—are the ultimate antidote to sore ski legs. Afterwards, unwind with massages, sauna sessions, or a soak in the hot tub overlooking the forest. A full team, including private chef and concierge, ensures every detail is perfectly handled.
Seven-night catered stays start at €48,988. purpleski.com
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