Where To Go on Your January Detox Holiday

Although an exciting time for most, the Christmas period can often leave us feeling physically and emotionally drained and in need of re-energising ourselves. Fortunately, the beginning of a brand new year offers the perfect opportunity for a new healthy lifestyle change, and a detox holiday is an ideal way to get started. A January detox break on one of our luxury spa holidays is certain to make you feel profoundly better, inside and out.

At this time of year, it is hard to get away from a diet that is high in sugar, fat, caffeine and alcohol. Normally your body has a capable detoxification system that enables you to get rid of harmful or unwanted substances naturally, but this type of diet means you will struggle to keep up. Detoxing on holiday is an effective way to recover the body's natural system and also increase energy levels, clear your skin and boost your immune system.

Rejuvenating treatments and the right foods will help rid your body of toxins in a healthy and controlled way, whilst fitness routines and exercise classes will help to improve your energy levels and achieve weight-loss goals. With a carefully considered programme that suits your body and mind-set, a detox holiday can be the first step to improve your health and vitality.

If the normal detox plan is tiresome, then try something different and embark on a healthy holiday to Thailand, India or Italy. Be inspired by some of the best detox holidays to get your New Year off to the right start, perfect for those looking to go on a solo holiday, travelling as a couple or in a group. Here are our top five recommendations on where to go on your January detox holiday:

Bali - Como Shambhala Detox

The detox holiday at Como Shambhala will allow you to cleanse your body of the toxins that have built up over the Christmas period. A polluted environment and bad diet can aid the accumulation of toxins, which can decrease the effectiveness of your body's natural defence system. The Como Shambhala Estate however is a world away from the everyday environment we live in. The experts here will prescribe you to exercise regularly, have good nutritional content in meals and daily elimination to improve lymphatic circulation and ensure your organs are in top working order. There is also a daily schedule of activities that includes yoga, Pilates, white water rafting and rice field treks to help you achieve your optimal health.

Thailand - Kamalaya Detox

This introduction to detox programme is a great starting point for your New Year health goals and ideal for people new to detoxification and cleansing. On this fantastic healthy holiday, expect to experience improved health on all levels, including internal balance and increased energy and vitality. Enjoy a range of holistic therapies for cleansing the body, mind and spirit as well as delicious and healthy detox cuisine. This low intensity programme is ideal if you want to combine your detox with other á la carte wellness treatments and therapies, such as yoga, meditation, tai chi and traditional Asian hand and foot massages.

Italy - Adler Thermae Detox

Adler Thermae in Tuscany gives you the opportunity to cleanse and relax your body, and uses natural methods to cure fatigue and increase your energy. It includes a nutrition plan with set mealtimes, consultation on arrival and various detoxifying treatments throughout your stay. The resort itself has its own thermal spring and combines the old spa tradition of healing and cleansing with modern luxury in a natural, beautiful setting. In addition, you can enjoy complimentary group wellness activities including Pilates and Nordic walking, allowing you to return home feeling totally re-energised.

India - Ananda Detox

If you have a slow digestive system or metabolism, the detox holiday at Ananda will help you make necessary changes that will be easy to transfer into your everyday lifestyle. At Ananda, you will experience a controlled diet, improved circulation of the blood and lymphatic systems with the help of natural detox therapies, and nourish the body with delicious healthy cuisine. Free yourself from negative thoughts and enjoy a new more fulfilled you! The benefits of detoxing can include improved mental clarity, purer skin, better digestion, increased energy and general improvement to the immune system.

Thailand - Chiva Som Detox

It is common to ask our digestion and metabolism to do much more than it can handle over the festive period. Chiva Som has been guiding its guests through detoxification for years and they know how to adjust the process to suit your needs. This detox holiday allows you to decide whether to go through a radical or gentle dietary change and to vary the length according to your needs. Your Health and Wellness Advisor will assist you in making the right choices to personalise your programme and will monitor your progress throughout your stay. Chiva Som's award winning spa cuisine is the ideal transition back onto nourishing foods that will hopefully influence your 'toxin free' way of eating for the future.

Talk to one of our Travel Specialists on 0203 397 8891 or contact us here to discuss tailor-making your perfect healthy holiday.