Are you in need of some TLC? Reinvigorate your mind and pamper your body with a holiday in one of these five destinations that will leave you feeling on top of the world.
Bali, Indonesia
Experience natural beauty at its best in Bali, Indonesia’s most-visited island in recent years. From the central volcanoes, the landscape stretches out into tranquil terraced rice paddies and down to picture-perfect tropical beaches backed by swaying palm trees.
Unwind your mind with outdoor activities, whether you prefer gentle bike rides along planation pathways or challenging climbs to sensational viewpoints. Rest in a private villa in a secluded setting, a surprisingly affordable luxury here.
Sunsets are special in all areas but are best enjoyed on the beach with a refreshing coconut or on a hilltop with a great vantage point over the ocean.
Goa, India
India’s southwestern coastal state is renowned for having the country’s best beaches, making it the ideal final stop on a wider country tour. You can look into luxury holidays to Goa with stays at high-end spa resorts or soak in the laidback atmosphere at beachside hotels where barefoot living is actively encouraged.
Head to South Goa if you’re seeking peace: the beaches here are cleaner and quieter, interspersed with charming fishing villages with centuries-old churches and cathedrals left behind by the Portuguese. Rise early to beat the heat and soothe the mind with a sunrise yoga practice or morning meditation session.
Sedona, Arizona
How better to refresh your mind and body than with healing activities in the dramatic desert town of Sedona, in the sun-soaked US state of Arizona?
Towering red rocks carve a path along the horizon and can be explored on numerous trailheads traversing pine forests and snaking along the canyon walls. The Verde River runs along the valley floor where you can paddle and celebrate with a wine tasting. In town, you can stroll art galleries, eat mouthwatering meals at fine-dining restaurants and enjoy your hotel pool in stunning surroundings.
The Maldives
Beach lovers: look no further than the Maldives as your rejuvenation destination. This nation comprises over 1,000 coral islands scattered over 500 miles, peaceful and private getaways where you feel a world away from the demands of daily life and you’re never more than a few steps from the ocean.
Find total tranquillity in a sheltered suite set on the sand or an iconic glass-floored water villa hovering directly over the sea. These beautiful refuges are the perfect places to recover after the many exhilarating water sports on offer. Choose between dhoni sailing, dolphin watching, snorkelling, scuba diving, jet-skiing, surfing and more!
Luxury knows no limitations in many Maldives resorts. When you want to switch off, languish in bubbling outdoor Jacuzzis, escape to spectacular destination dining spots for delicious meals, watch films under the stars and indulge in leading wellness treatments from wraps and scrubs to facials and massages.
Santorini, Greece
Spark self-love and creativity with a stint on the Greek island of Santorini. The bright-white buildings, sensational sunsets and black-sand beaches will reawaken the senses, and yet these pale in comparison with the spectacular sea views from hotel rooms, restaurant terraces and the top of the clambering cliffs.There are many things to do in Santorini during your trip to recharge energy levels. Nourish your body with Mediterranean cuisine which is thought to be some of the healthiest in the world, complemented by sampling a variety of vintages from the local grape-growing vineyards. Spend days doing gentle walks along the cliffs and the striking beaches, and sailing to secluded coves or nearby islands.