5 Transformative wellness experiences to try in 2024

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As travellers continue to prioritise their mental and physical health, hotels have heeded the call and are curating luxurious wellness experiences for their guests.

Options include One&Only Aesthesis, where beauty experts trained in Guerlain rituals guide guests through a distinctive healing experience; Ultima Courchevel Belvedere, which provides tailored holistic wellness guidance from world-leading professionals; Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa, offering traditional oriental facial and body treatments with Elemis products; and One&Only Le Saint Géran, where the positive energy of the Earth's vibrations is harnessed to restore balance.

1. One&Only Aesthesis, Greece
Marking the debut of the Guerlain Spa in Greece, One&Only Aesthesis's wellness offering takes inspiration from the natural environment and traditional practices to create a truly Grecian experience.

The spa comprises 10 treatment rooms, including two spacious double suites, a sauna, a hammam, an outdoor pool and a state-of-the-art fitness centre.
Known for its extraordinary combinations of traditional massages and innovative gestures, Guerlain features its signature treatments as well as unique experiences designed exclusively for the One&Only Aesthesis, in harmony with the glamorous facet of this Aegean destination.

The spa also offers a holistic combination of treatments, wellness programs and workshops for both adults and children, complemented by Guerlain products. www.oneandonlyresorts.com/aesthesis/experiences/guerlain-spa

2. Ultima Courchevel Belvédère, France
At this prestigious wellness retreat nestled in the heart of the French Alps, guests are invited to elevate their wellness journey to new heights by exploring an array of rejuvenating treatments.

Dedicated to nurturing the soul, mind and body, the wellness programs at Ultima Courchevel Belvédère include bespoke facials, cold therapy for rejuvenation, and massages designed to help the body recover after a day's skiing.

For busy minds and jet-lagged travellers, the two-day Anti-Fatigue Program helps guests reset and rebalance to feel their best within days. Guests can indulge in an Ultima head massage and foot reflexology to get the blood flowing from head to toe, after starting the day with a healthy breakfast full of nutrients and energy-boosting ingredients.

Guests can end their day with a private yoga session and guided meditation to clear their mind before bed. On day two of the programme, guests are invited to revitalise their body with an anti-fatigue booster facial followed by a deep-tissue massage to awaken the muscles. www.ultimacollection.com/en/collections/ultima-courchevel/wellness-in-courchevel

3. Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa, Maldives
This island escape offers a holistic experience that caters to the mind, body and soul. Located in the heart of the Fasmendhoo Island in Raa Atoll, one of the largest private islands in the Maldives, and surrounded by the tropical garden of the resort, the Emerald Spa, built in a Balinese style, offers a wide range of wellness rituals and traditional oriental facial and body treatments with Elemis products.

Guests have access to eight couple rooms, including an Ayurvedic treatment room, a beauty salon, and a manicure and pedicure room. In addition to these, a wet area with sauna, Turkish bath and Jacuzzi, as well as an outdoor lounge are also some options to explore.

The resort's oceanfront Yoga Pavilion, located on the beach near the Sunrise Café, is perfect for individual sessions and group classes organised by trainers four times a week at sunrise and sunset. www.emerald-maldives.com/experiences/emerald-spa

4. One&Only Le Saint Géran, Mauritius
Surrounded by breathtaking scenery, the spa at One&Only Le Saint Géran invites travellers to discover serenity through mindful classes and personalised beauty treatments.

Tailored to cater to every member of the family, the spa draws inspiration from indigenous ingredients, cultural traditions and cutting-edge science, featuring esteemed spa brands such as Biologique Recherche and ESPA for a comprehensive head-to-toe renewal.

At the heart of the wellness experience lies Club One Fitness Centre, a state-of-the-art facility designed to elevate energy levels and ignite metabolisms. Guests can immerse themselves in personalised one-on-one training or join invigorating group classes encompassing a spectrum of activities, from stretching to cardio, movement and resistance training. www.oneandonlyresorts.com/le-saint-geran/experiences/wellness

5. Waldhaus Flims Wellness Resort, Switzerland
This historical gem dating back to 1869 stands as a tranquil sanctuary steeped in rich history. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Switzerland's largest hotel park, the property invites guests to retreat amid woodlands, meadows and serene ponds.

At the heart of the Waldhaus Flims lies the award-winning 3,000sqm Waldhaus Spa featuring an indoor pool, housed in a striking glass cube; a heated outdoor pool equipped with bubble loungers and massage jets; and the Earth Sauna, a rustic grotto heated by a wood-burning stove. www.visitgraubunden.com/en-ar/hotels-partners/waldhaus-flims-wellness-resort

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