The Best Places For Wellness For Christmas & New Year 2024

As our thoughts are inevitably starting to turn to Christmas, you may be filled with pure dread just at the thought of it all; the pressure to deliver the perfect day, being thrown together with family members, and the need for you to be the life and soul of the party can all take their toll. Break the habit of falling asleep overstuffed, on the sofa, watching Home Alone or arguing over Monopoly, and swap it all for a Healing Holiday that can help shape your wellbeing for the year ahead.

There is no greater present you can give yourself than the gift of good health. We all know that prevention is better than cure, so give yourself the best possible start for the year ahead.

Europe

For those amongst us who don’t want to embark on a long-haul flight, but who still need their Spa Fix, then Europe is just a hop and a skip away. Host to great Medical Spas and Clinics and brim full of innovative treatments, it’s the perfect spot for a Deep Detox, Full Medical MOT or a Weight Loss programme. You can enjoy the very best pampering treatments whilst you get your body back in check.

Euphoria Retreat, Greece

If you want to hunker down and do some deep healing close to home over the festive period, then Euphoria Retreat's unique blend of ancient Greek and Chinese wellness wisdom could be just the ticket.

SHA Wellness Clinic, Spain

Give your body and soul a makeover this festive period at this cutting-edge Medical Spa. SHA Wellness Clinic is a results-driven haven excels across the board; expect knock-out diagnostics and great detox & weight loss programmes, and as it’s only a short flight from home, what’s not to like?

Park Igls, Austria

Celebrate the New Year differently by undertaking a Mayr Detox programme at Park Igls. Over 10 nights, you will enjoy a medically supervised detox programme that will help your body to rid itself of harmful toxins that have accumulated over the festive period.

Lily Of The Valley, France

Set on the French Riviera, Lily Of The Valley's expertise in wellness lies in the fusion of holistic medicine, innovative techniques and age-old therapies, with a team of experts on hand - including naturopaths, nutritionists, yoga teachers and fitness masters - to help you achieve your health and wellness goals.   

Terme Di Saturnia Natural Golf & Spa Resort, Italy

Celebrate Christmas in the Tuscan countryside at Terme Di Saturnia Natural Golf & Spa Resort. In addition to experiencing a traditional Italian Christmas Day lunch, you’ll also enjoy a special massage and unlimited access to the resort's natural hot spring, the hydromassage tubs, the vascular paths, the hydromassage cascade and the roman bath with sauna, as well as the hot spring pools and sensorial relaxation rooms.

Lefay Lago Di Garda, Italy

Celebrate Christmas overlooking the breathtakingly beautiful Lake Garda with this special 3 night wellness package at Lefay Lago Di Garda which includes a traditional Italian Christmas Eve Dinner and Christmas Day lunch and much, much more.

Asia

Home to some of the world’s most extraordinary soul-reaching Retreats, where you can learn Yoga, practice Pilates and enjoy nurturing programmes that will heal your body, mind and soul. It’s the ultimate place to go for a deeply immersive wellness journey.

Samahita Retreat, Thailand

Do something different this festive season and join Samahita Retreat for their annual Christmas & New Year Retreat. Led by the internationally acclaimed Yogi master Dr. Paul Dallaghan and the Samahita team, you will be guided through a range of yoga and meditation practices and core strength work and cycle classes.

Zulal Wellness Resort, Qatar

Located on the gentle shores of the Arabian Gulf, Zulal Wellness Resort is a pioneering wellness destination which blends Traditional Arabic & Islamic Medicine with a holistic health and wellbeing philosophy, established by Chiva-Som, the internationally-acclaimed wellness resort in Thailand.

Chiva Som, Thailand

If you're looking for the very best in wellness fixes then look no further than Chiva-Som this festive period. It still remains triumphantly at the top of its game with its world leading experts, classes and treatments. The best of the best.

RAKxa Integrative Wellness, Thailand

Situated just a short hop from the hustle and bustle of Bangkok, RAKxa Integrative Wellness blends the latest medical science with holistic, traditional therapies such as Ayurveda and Traditional Thai and Chinese Medicine to provide a 360-degree approach to wellness.

Six Senses Vana, India

If you are running on empty and in urgent need of some serious downtime this festive period, then Six Senses Vana is the place for you. Discover its soulful solution to mental and physical stress.

Absolute Sanctuary, Thailand

If you are looking for a wellness and fitness reboot this festive season, then this is your place. It takes a comprehensive holistic approach to health, delivering transformative results with long-lasting effects, and it won’t break the bank.

The Americas

Endless balmy days, the Americas offers a unique wellness journey. Famed for its ancient ruins and tropical beaches, it’s a perfect destination for a special wellness retreat, blessed by healing nature and ancient healing.

The Retreat Costa Rica

Founded by life coach, chef and best-selling author Diana Stobo, The Retreat Costa Rica nestles amongst lush green quartz mountains overlooking the Pacific Ocean and offers everything from detox to fitness.

Palmaia, House Of Aia, Mexico

Experience the unique healing energy of Mexico's Riviera Maya at Palmaïa, The House Of AïA. Located in the southern end of Playa del Carmen, this sustainable, eco-friendly wellness sanctuary is surrounded by warm, crystal clear sea on one side and lush jungle on the other.

SHA Wellness Mexico

Located north of Riviera Maya on Mexico's breathtakingly beautiful Caribbean coast line, SHA Wellness Mexico is the brand new sister property of the multi-award winning, and Healing Holidays’ favourite, SHA Wellness Clinic in Spain.

Africa

This diverse continent has an array of Spa options, from the serious to the soporific. With little or no time difference, it offers in abundance.

Africa

Selman Marrakech, Morocco

 Situated just outside the city walls of the magical Marrakech, the Selman Marrakech is one of only 6 hotels in the world that boasts a Chenot Spa where guests can enjoy revitalising treatments based on the world-renowned Chenot Detox Method.

Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa, Mauritius

Resting on one of the finest beaches in Mauritius, Shanti Maurice Resort & Spa boasts a blissful setting and a range of brilliant Ayurveda inspired wellness programmes to reset your mind, body and spirit this festive period.

Sante Wellness Retreat & Spa, South Africa

Located in the heart of South Africa's breathtaking winelands region, Santé Wellness Retreat & Spa is the ultimate sanctuary for anyone who wants to re-energise, rejuvenate and revitalise their mind, body and soul this festive period.