Yoga

Whether you’re a yogi pro or a complete beginner, the ancient art of yoga is for absolutely everyone, so get yourself on one of our yoga retreats in Asia for a range of mental and physical benefits. Learn from the pros on how to master yoga poses as you focus on your posture, breathing and mindfulness and let the power of yoga take over. From India to Thailand, absorb the tranquillity and soak up the cultural atmospheres of a wellness holiday in Asia as you reconnect with your inner-zen in an exotic destination.

Saba Rais, 36, a corporate lawyer from London, spent two weeks at health and well-being resort The BodyHoliday in St. Lucia, booked through Health and Fitness Travel. Since returning, she's reorganised her life, making time for exercise as well as writing a beauty blog. Saba talks about her holiday experience to us.

Angie Newson has been in the health and fitness industry for over 25 years - teaching all aspects of fitness, from aquatics to yoga and Pilates retreats. Author of Get Fit for Free and The Detox Factor, she has also many years’ experience of health club management running studios and formerly as a General Manager of a private top London health spa.

People are very excited about the latest yoga workouts that are popping up around the world, Anti-gravity Yoga and Paddle Board Yoga are definitely worth trying. Anti-gravity Yoga uses a combination of aerial arts and yoga practices, where hammock like suspensions hold the body in the air in different yoga positions. Whereas, Paddleboard Yoga uses a stand up paddle board and Yoga techniques, while trying to balance on the water. Both are great for strengthening and toning the core, while ultimately being enjoyable.

People are very excited about the latest yoga workouts that are popping up around the world, Anti-gravity Yoga and Paddle Board Yoga are definitely worth trying. Anti-gravity Yoga uses a combination of aerial arts and yoga practices, where hammock like suspensions hold the body in the air in different yoga positions. Whereas, Paddleboard Yoga uses a stand up paddle board and Yoga techniques, while trying to balance on the water. Both are great for strengthening and toning the core, while ultimately being enjoyable.

Travel is synonymous with adventure, self-expansion and wonderment at the world around us – but that’s not to say it doesn’t involve long transfer times, tender moments and the need to take rest every once in a while. How to combat this? Try our short yoga sequence each day at a time that suits you and whether you’re on your way to a yoga holiday or not, it’s a sure fire way of combating the trials and tribulations of travel. Soon you’ll be waving goodbye to the effects of uncomfortable travel transfers and instead aligning to your true purpose. So wherever you are in the world, try our simple yoga sequence to keep feeling fresh and rejuvenated.

Whether you want to lose weight or detox, relax or be pampered, then there's no better place to be than a spa. In recent years, spas have grown in popularity as more of us are putting health and well-being high on the list of our everyday priorities. In addition to exercise, we are looking for new ways to improve our general health and the spa experience offers a whole range of treatments and facilities which will help us to reach our goals and relax our bodies and minds. But just why are spa holidays so popular and what can we expect from a spa experience today?

If you’re bored of your daily routine and are dying to break away on a solo adventure, a singles yoga holiday could be just the solution. Allowing you the opportunity to focus on your well-being, take the time to re-balance with this ancient Indian form of exercise as you replenish your body and mind. Ideal for yogi enthusiasts and keen amateur’s alike; our yoga holidays offer a personalised experience where you will enjoy classes with trained yoga professionals.

If you’re bored of your daily routine and are dying to break away on a solo adventure, a singles yoga holiday could be just the solution. Allowing you the opportunity to focus on your well-being, take the time to re-balance with this ancient Indian form of exercise as you replenish your body and mind. Ideal for yogi enthusiasts and keen amateur’s alike; our yoga holidays offer a personalised experience where you will enjoy classes with trained yoga professionals.

Ditch the Easter eggs in favour of a luxury wellness break, as we round up this year’s bestEaster retreats with a healthy twist. The 2017 Easter break is a good time to venture abroad with two consecutive four day weeks; from short haul to further afield and from budget-friendly to ultra-luxurious, find an Easter break that’s perfect for you. From a wellness adventure in New Zealand to finding your inner Zen on a yoga retreat in Thailand, this egg-stensive guide has a healthy holiday to meet everyone’s wellness needs this Easter.

Offering an educational escape away from the stuff confines of classrooms, we round up our 10 best educational learning holidays. From mastering stand-up paddle boarding upon the azure waters of Ibiza, to learning how to manage stress in the tranquillity of India’s Himalayas, these healthy escapes offer the opportunity to learn a new skill that will enhance your life long after your holiday tan has faded.

With Summer well underway the warmer days are upon us, but we understand that not all of us prefer the heat. If this is you then perhaps a European getaway is the ideal solution. 

Immerse yourself in the calming world of yoga and meditation with our top five affordable yoga retreats in Portugal that prove you don’t need to spend a fortune to be able to rediscover your inner self in this sunshine paradise. Our yoga retreats include one-to-one practice and group classes with like-minded yogi’s to give you an inclusive and relaxing experience, regardless of your ability. Combine this with a range of delicious culinary options, invigorating water or land activities, and indulgent spa treatments and you’ve got the ultimate meditation escape at a great pricepoint.

If you are looking for a healthy holiday with your partner which will set you both on the pathway to a healthier lifestyle, look no further as we round up our top 5 luxury couples wellness retreats from around the globe. 

Multi-tasking mums around the world will know that juggling the demands of motherhood is not always conducive to connecting with your inner-calm. This Mother’s Day, give mum the break she deserves as we shine the spotlight on our best holistic escapes for mummy mindfulness. From a mountain escape in Switzerland to a beach retreat in Morocco, these mindful spa breaks offer practical techniques for staying present, balanced and calm, when tackling toddler tantrums or teenage dramas. Whether she is a yoga guru, outdoor aficionado or spa worshipper, she’ll find everything she needs to cultivate calm and channel a more balanced motherhood mindset.

Whether you are looking to tone up or de-stress before the big day, with our top 5 pre-wedding yoga retreats, yogi loving brides-to-be are invited to re-connect and improve well-being whilst exploring new corners of the world. With a yoga holiday offering the perfect pursuit for a pre-wedding health retreat, from sunrise salutations on idyllic Thai islands, to practicing your Pranayama in exotic Morocco, return home ready for your wedding day a happier and healthier you.

If the thought of lying by the pool for days on end as a solo traveller fills you with a fear of boredom, our top 5 singles activity holidays offer the perfect solution. From surfing to yoga singles holidays; with a vast array of friendly group activities, classes, and group tables at meal times, travelling single no longer means travelling alone.

After a decade of acting the adult in the real world, it's time to shake up your routine. Discover the excitement of travelling solo with our healthy singles holidays for the over 30s and allow yourself the liberation of doing whatever you want to do, whenever you want to do it.

Embrace the freedom to spend your singles holiday exactly the way you want to with our top solo friendly escapes for over 40s. Meet others of a similar age and with common interests as you spin together in a treetop studio in St Lucia or explore temples in Thailand. Escape from the demands and responsibilities of your busy life on a singles holiday designed to restore and relax.

Embrace the freedom to spend your singles holiday exactly the way you want to with our top solo friendly escapes for over 40s. Meet others of a similar age and with common interests as you spin together in a treetop studio in St Lucia or explore temples in Thailand. Escape from the demands and responsibilities of your busy life on a singles holiday designed to restore and relax.