WELLNESS TRAVEL
Escapes that restore balance, calm the mind, and nourish the body.
Rejuvenating Destinations
FINLAND
Why it’s wellness-forward
In Finland, wellness is not a weekend indulgence. It is part of everyday life.
Locals move at nature’s pace, pausing for forest walks, lakeside swims, and sauna rituals that cleanse both body and mind.
Highlights
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Spend an afternoon in a traditional smoke sauna where alternating heat and cold-water plunges help clear your thoughts and reset your body.
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Explore Finland’s “Everyman’s Right” trails and wander through endless forest paths, picking wild berries and mushrooms along the way.
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Stay in a glass igloo beneath the Northern Lights and fall asleep under a sky filled with color and stillness.
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Join a guided meditation in Lapland surrounded by pine forests and soft, falling snow.
On the menu
Finnish cuisine celebrates purity and simplicity.
Expect wild-caught salmon, rye bread, root vegetables roasted over open flames, and fresh forest berries.
Meals often finish with warm berry soup or herbal tea made from wildflowers.
Every bite connects you to the land around you.
CROATIA
Why it’s wellness-forward
With its turquoise coastline, island breezes, and natural hot springs, Croatia offers balance for both the body and soul.
The easy pace of life encourages you to rest, move, and breathe deeply.
Highlights
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Begin your day with yoga at sunrise overlooking the Adriatic Sea.
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Visit the mineral-rich spa caves of Istarske Toplice and soak in healing waters surrounded by hills.
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Wander through olive groves and vineyards in Istria and taste oils and wines made by hand for centuries.
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Sail between islands, swim in quiet coves, and enjoy long, sun-filled afternoons on deck.
On the menu
Meals are fresh and full of flavor.
Grilled fish caught that morning, crisp vegetables drizzled with olive oil, and bread baked in stone ovens fill the table.
Herbal teas made from mountain sage and lavender are soothing after sunset, and many meals end with figs, citrus, or a drizzle of honey.
SRI LANKA
Why it’s wellness-forward
Sri Lanka feels like a place created for renewal.
The country’s natural beauty, rhythmic waves, and ancient healing traditions invite rest and reflection.
Ayurveda is not a luxury here, it is a lifestyle.
Highlights
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Stay at an Ayurvedic retreat with herbal baths, yoga sessions, and treatments designed to restore balance.
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Walk through the misty tea hills of Ella or Nuwara Eliya and listen to the gentle rhythm of the pickers in the distance.
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Visit a spice garden and learn how cinnamon, turmeric, and cardamom have been used for generations to promote healing.
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Watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean while sipping fresh king coconut water straight from the shell.
On the menu
Meals are colorful and restorative.
Lentil dhal, coconut sambal, red rice, and lightly spiced vegetables fill the plate.
Fresh tropical fruit, such as papaya and pineapple, begins the day, and herbal teas made with lemongrass or gotukola soothe the evening.
Every dish nourishes both body and spirit.
ICELAND
Why it's wellness-forward
In Iceland, wellness comes from the elements. Steam, ice, and silence all play a role in slowing you down and helping you reconnect with nature. The clean air and geothermal energy create an atmosphere of renewal.
Highlights
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Soak in the Blue Lagoon’s warm mineral waters and let the steam clear your mind.
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Hike through Þingvellir National Park at sunrise where fresh air and still water inspire calm.
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Wander across moss-covered lava fields and practice mindfulness in nature’s quiet.
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Stay at a geothermal lodge near the Golden Circle and relax in a private hot tub under the stars or the Northern Lights.
On the menu
Dining in Iceland is pure and simple.
Expect fresh fish such as Arctic char or cod, dark rye bread baked with geothermal heat, and vegetables grown in greenhouses warmed by the earth.
Skyr, a creamy local yogurt, and glacial water complete the experience. Each meal tastes as clean as the air itself.
JAPAN
Why it’s wellness-forward
In Japan, wellness is both an art and a way of life.
Every ritual, from pouring tea to soaking in an onsen, is designed to bring peace and focus.
The culture values mindfulness, balance, and beauty in simplicity.
Highlights
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Soak in a steaming onsen surrounded by mountain mist in Hakone or Beppu.
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Experience shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, in the cedar forests of Nikko where every breath feels restorative.
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Stay in a ryokan and begin your morning with a quiet tea ceremony and a traditional breakfast overlooking a garden.
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Meditate at a Kyoto temple at dawn as the sound of bells and the scent of incense fill the air.
On the menu
Japanese meals are delicate and balanced.
Miso soup, steamed rice, grilled fish, and pickled vegetables are served in small, intentional portions.
Green tea is a daily ritual, and matcha desserts offer a gentle energy lift.
Meals are eaten slowly, with gratitude, and leave you feeling calm and refreshed.
BHUTAN
Why it’s wellness-forward
Bhutan measures success in happiness rather than wealth.
Wellness here is not just physical, it is spiritual.
Surrounded by Himalayan peaks and guided by Buddhist tradition, travelers find peace in stillness and meaning in simplicity.
Highlights
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Hike to the Tiger’s Nest Monastery and breathe in crisp mountain air while prayer flags ripple in the wind.
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Experience a menchu hot stone bath, where river rocks are heated and infused with herbs to release stress.
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Meditate alongside monks in Punakha or join evening chants that calm the mind.
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Stay at a wellness lodge that offers sound therapy, forest yoga, and herbal treatments drawn from centuries of practice.
On the menu
Bhutanese cuisine is warm and grounding.
Red rice, buckwheat noodles, and mild chili stews are served with local vegetables and herbal teas.
Ginger, garlic, and safflower bring gentle spice and comfort. Each meal is made with care and shared with mindfulness and gratitude.
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THE TRIP THAT TAUGHT ME TO
BREATHE AGAIN
I didn’t realize how much I needed to slow down until Finland taught me how. Sitting in a lakeside sauna surrounded by pine forest, I felt a calm I hadn’t known in years. Each day was simple — fresh air, clean food, and quiet moments that somehow reset everything. I came home lighter, clearer, and more connected to myself than I’d been in a long time.
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Alex M, California
