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Is a Resort Right for You?
Need a break but not sure what kind? Resorts offer a range of holiday experiences — from the sublimely restful to the madly adventurous.
Health in the City
The Hilton provides a fabulous weekend health retreat for those who thought they knew it all. And for those who know nothing.
Spa for Two
Indulging in a spa treatment is twice as nice when your partner is by your side. The new deluxe spa rooms at Crowne Plaza get tested by two very stressed out nearly-newlyweds.
Golden Memories
If it’s time to make amends for the indulgences of the holiday season, The Golden Door offers just the right amount of healthy living with a touch of indulgence thrown in.
Miessence
Did you know that Miessence is the world’s first skin-care range that is certified organic to food standards by an independent third party certifier?...
Dr Spiller
Dr Spiller’s Sanvita Cream with Hydratain® technology provides the ultimate in skin hydration. Enriched with green tea, olive oil and ginseng, it’s the natural way to healthier skin....
Features
Health spa natural therapies
Gone are the days of sleek, minimalist and functional spa rooms; these days people crave the soulful experience of natural therapy rejuvenation at a good quality health spa. Read more »
Experience Sri Lanka
After the devastation of 2004’s tsunami, the people of Sri Lanka have found a way to ride the wave of resilience. Read more »
Swimming with whales
Swimming with minke whales proved to be a spiritual experience for our writer as she took to the waters of the Great Barrier Reef off Cairns. Read more »
The art of dressing wells
The ancient practice of well dressing has links to the time of the plague and brings together pagan and Christian beliefs. Today, it allows the modern traveller in England direct participation in a centuries-old tradition. Read more »
Inspiring India
Luminously colourful and wildly exotic, Rajasthan is India at its most vivid; a rugged, rarefied moonscape embellished with dazzling people, sumptuous palaces and imposing fortresses. Read more »
Tropic of Indulgence
The islands of Tahiti offer luxurious pampering and natural beauty that’s worth the hefty price tag. Read more »
Tantalising Thailand
Thailand offers unique experiences for the traveller seeking a healing spa or health retreat holiday. Recently two Australian therapists have been swapping ideas and treatments with a Thai health resort. Read more »
What are Slow Cities?
The Slow Living mission has been adapted to successful and growing social initiatives spanning from Slow Food to Slow Travel, and even Slow Cities. Read more »
Reviews
Spa Quality
If you want to get the most out of Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa, you need to stop racing. Read more »
Couples Retreat
A unique new spa treatment at Gwinganna Health Retreat takes couples on a journey of pure indulgence. Read more »
The magical Maleny
Maleny is situated in between Brisbane and Noosa. It has cast its spell over the hinterland with its mix of eco-tourism, arts, crafts and co-op approach to living. Read more »
Revitalise at Gaia Retreat and Spa
Taking time out for solitude and self-nurture at this health haven can restore your energy as you reconnect with your body, mind and spirit. Read more »
The health retreat experience
Dramatic changes are to be expected when you check the “old you” into a health retreat and enter a world free from everyday stressors. Read more »
What is watsu?
If you have chronic joint or back problems or perhaps a recent injury — or you’re just not keen on the more vigorous types of massage — this gentle, underwater modality may be just what you need. Read more »
Healing Highs
Situated on top of a hill in the healing environs of Byron Bay, Gaia Retreat and Spa is a little piece of heaven. Read more »
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