This season’s most rejuvenating retreats span continents, combining nature, luxury, and ancient healing traditions. From meditative hikes through Sri Lankan tea country to astrology-themed therapies in the Maldives, the following destinations curated by Charlotte Rous Communications are redefining self-care with unforgettable flair.
- Kenya: Wild Wellness at ol Donyo Lodge
- Maldives: Zodiac-Themed Spa Healing at Gili Lankanfushi
- Sri Lanka: Hike the Historic Pekoe Trail at Uga Halloowella
- Italy: Rooftop Zen at Hilton Lake Como
- Venice: Honey-Infused Spa Rituals at Hilton Molino Stucky
- France: Plan Ahead for Snowga at Chalet Inoko, Val d’Isère
Kenya: Wild Wellness at ol Donyo Lodge
In the heart of Kenya’s Chyulu Hills, Great Plains’ ol Donyo Lodge offers a yoga experience unlike any other. Guests can unroll a complimentary yoga mat next to their private plunge pool or beneath the star-filled sky on a secluded rooftop deck.
Highlights include:
- Yoga with views of Mount Kilimanjaro and wildlife below
- Meditation and silent bushwalks among the Kopjies rocks and El Mau twin hills
- Healthy plant-rich superfood breakfasts and a new herbal tea menu
- “The Renewal” massage – a treatment that encourages emotional release and future mindfulness
This luxurious eco-lodge, located on the 275,000-acre Mbirikani Group Ranch, also offers game drives, horseback safaris, and scenic helicopter rides over the Kilimanjaro region.
Maldives: Zodiac-Themed Spa Healing at Gili Lankanfushi
At Gili Lankanfushi’s overwater Meera Spa, guests can immerse themselves in the 150-minute, two-day ‘Rasi Pairing Journey,’ aligning each zodiac sign with natural elements and therapies tailored to their personality traits.
Sample pairings:
- Water Signs (Pisces, Cancer, Scorpio): Crystal healing, singing bowl therapy, guided meditation
- Earth Signs (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn): Reflexology, hiking, grounding treatments
Set above the turquoise waters of the Maldives, the spa features glass-floored treatment rooms and uses organic oceanic products from Voya and Meera.
Sri Lanka: Hike the Historic Pekoe Trail at Uga Halloowella
Newly opened in January 2025, Uga Halloowella is set within a 252-acre tea estate in Hatton, Sri Lanka. Guests can explore Stage 7 of the famed Pekoe Trail, a gentle 300km cultural route through tea plantations, temples, and misty mountains.
Experience includes:
- Hiking past Singamalai Lake, Castlereagh Reservoir, and historic tea factories
- Luxurious lodging with infinity pool, local cuisine, and serene surroundings
Italy: Rooftop Zen at Hilton Lake Como
Hilton Lake Como elevates water-based wellness with its panoramic rooftop spa and fitness offerings.
Wellness options:
- 8am rooftop yoga sessions with lake views
- Weekly Aqua Gym and Floating Meditation experiences
- Floating Mat Workouts to tone muscles and improve balance
The hotel, a converted silk factory, blends historic charm with modern elegance and offers a Presidential Suite for the ultimate in luxury.
Venice: Honey-Infused Spa Rituals at Hilton Molino Stucky
Located in a restored flour mill on Giudecca island, Hilton Molino Stucky’s eforea Spa introduces a 100-minute Hydrating and Regenerating Honey Treatment.
What to expect:
- Full-body massage with honey oil and roller tools
- Deep-cleansing facial using antioxidant-rich marine ingredients
- Relief from dryness, fatigue, and summer-related skin stress
France: Plan Ahead for Snowga at Chalet Inoko, Val d’Isère
Looking to extend your wellness journey into winter? Purple Ski’s Chalet Inoko reopens for the 2025/26 ski season with a refreshed Snowga program.
Experience includes:
- Post-ski yoga with a private instructor by the indoor pool or firelit lounge
- A spacious new ski room, wellness center, and outdoor hot tub
- Panoramic views and private luxury just minutes from Val d’Isère’s ski front
