Longevity is the new watchword, responsible fitness the new mantra
Written by Lemongrass on 25th Oct 2018
Reconnecting with nature, clean air, sensory experiences, freedom and self-love are all on the wellness agenda for 2019.
LANS better sleep programme 2.0 at Lanserhof – available at Lanserhof Tegernsee
Where: Lanserhof Tegernsee
When: Launches November 2018
The details:
Lanserhof is an award-winning medical spa and leader in regenerative and preventative medicine
Lanserhof Tegernsee, recently crowned Best Destination Spa worldwide in the Conde Nast Traveller Readers’ Travel Awards, has developed a new sleep programme that combines the latest technical equipment with naturopathic insights to optimise personal sleep quality, available from November 2018
The new LANS Better Sleep Programme 2.0 diagnoses sleep and offers multidimensional approaches for the sustainable optimization of sleep quality
An innovative tracking device makes it possible to collect and record data on sleep quality before guests arrive at the resort
Two suites at Lanserhof Tegernsee are equipped with new Freshbeds that employ innovative technology to ensure an optimal climate, which minimizes frequent waking up.
Sleep is aided by biological aromatherapy by Nacht (a brand developed by sleep scientists), special music for deep mind and body relaxation, electrosmog reduction, blue filter glasses and smart sleepwear that adapts optimally to body temperature.
Accompanying therapies include breath muscle training, self-awareness coaching, evening meditation, and evening stress reduction therapy
Lanserhof at the Arts Club – London’s first medical gym *Opening 1 May 2019*
The world’s leading medical spa brand and London’s most iconic private members’ club has recently announced a new partnership that will bring the world’s most state-of-the-art medical gym to Dover Street on 1 May 2019
Who: Lanserhof at The Arts Club
When:1 May 2019
Where: London, in the former Dover Street Market building located directly opposite The Arts Club, Mayfair
Appeals to:
Active and health conscious high-net-worth city-dwellers looking to achieve responsible fitness
The details:
Cutting-edge medical gym, Lanserhof at The Arts Club, will place a heavy emphasis on ‘training responsibly’ – the facility’s new core concept designed to enable members to have a thorough, scientific understanding of their bodies’ unique needs before commencing their training programme
Upon joining, all members will undergo a series of functional diagnostic tests, including an MRI scan to create a total Body Composition Analysis. The MRI scan makes Lanserhof at The Arts Club the first medical gym of its kind in the world
The world-class gym will be fitted out with the very latest Technogym equipment, much of which will be revealed for the first time at Lanserhof at The Arts Club, giving the facility another global first
Members will also have access to high-end diagnostics and medical facilities as well as a world-class gym, studios for classes, consulting rooms, treatment rooms for sports and other injuries, a carefully-crafted menu of healthy food and highly sought-after cryotherapy treatment chambers
Annual memberships to join Lanserhof at The Arts Club will be available for first-purchase from 2 January, 2019
The medical gym is due to open on 1 May 2019
Rate: Annual membership & joining fee price available upon request (joining fee not applicable to members of The Arts Club)
Azura Retreats introduces the new ‘Sounds of Africa’ wellness programme, encouraging guests to cultivate ‘hyperconsciousness’
Where: Azura Benguerra, Mozambique and Azura Quilalea Private Island, Mozambique
When: Launched this month
The details:
Azura Retreats, renowned for their award-winning luxury island and safari holidays, has introduced a new ‘Sounds of Africa’ wellness programme that aims to promote the benefits of hyperconsciousness. The new programme will incorporate a range of activities that acutely direct attention, encourage nonattachment to distractions and cultivate a new way of thinking to care for mind and body.
The new wellness series available at Azura Benguerra and Azura Quilalea will feature:
The new wellness expedition will focus on the sight, smells, sounds and tastes of Africa and feature African drumming therapy, mindful walking meditation accompanied by the sounds of Black Sunbirds and Dark-capped Bulbuls and silent mornings on untouched beaches with the sounds of the waves. Guests will feel compelled to pay attention to their environment and disregard distractions, learning a new set of skills to forge ahead when they return to their daily lives with a wealth of benefits to mind and body
Walking meditation – guests are guided around the island, directed to key sensory spots and encouraged to take a moment, pause and focus on their immediate environment. Guests can swim in the warm waters off North Point beach and conquer the red dune on Benguerra Island to marvel at the pristine environment below
Feel the rhythm and vibrations of Africa with an afternoon African Drumming session – a tribal combination of singing, meditation, exercise, and an ancient approach using rhythm to promote healing and self-expression, shown to create and maintain physical, mental, and spiritual health
Find inner concord over a silent white sand breakfast, where guests are led to their table for a peaceful morning culinary experience, quieting the mind and attachment to distractions helping to start the day from a state of inner calm
Reap the benefits for mind and body with a tribal traditions massage, inspired by an African healing tradition which focuses on reconnecting us with our souls
Guests will receive a complimentary Africology Sleep Gel, infused with chamomile and lavender, proved to help ease tension and induce a state of relaxation, bringing back memories of their Azura Retreats escape
Cleanse the mind, body and soul at the newest spa in Cyprus: The Kalloni Spa at Parklane, Limassol *Opening March 2019*
Where: Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa in Limassol, Cyprus
The details:
Parklane guests can reconnect at the world-class Kalloni Spa, where they will be treated to a myriad of cutting-edge treatments to cleanse both the mind and soul
Spanning 3,000sqm, the spa will feature unrivalled facilities offering including five pools, 14 treatment rooms and three treatment suites, two of which include a Russian Banya facility
An advanced Thalassotherapy programme will reduce stress, increase relaxation and treat existing medical conditions by maintaining healthy circulation in the body
Adults only, Kalloni Spa serves as the perfect location for a peaceful and restful escape beneath the foot of the spectacular Troodos mountains.
Pioneering brands with treatments inspired by the region and its history from
By popular demand, Forsthofalm has doubled its programme of yoga retreats for 2019
The luxury alpine retreat now has 7 retreats to choose from (4–7 April; 16–20 May; 13–16 June; 11–14 July; 26–29 September; 10–13 October; 21–24 November)
For guests unable to make a retreat, Forsthofalm offers unlimited complimentary yoga year-round as part of its Mountain Life Programme
All classes are taught by a dedicated instructor, and attendees will have full use of the hotel’s spa and wellness facilities, including an outdoor heated rooftop pool
Where time stands still: The ultimate wellness experience, a four hour transformative sequence at The Nautilus, Maldives *Opening January 2019*
Who: The Nautilus, The Maldives
The details:
With absolute freedom at its core, the spa offering at The Nautilus is dedicated to freedom of movement, contemplation and reconnection.
With no appointments necessary, treatments are served in-house, in the floating spa pavilions or on the beach.
The spa’s core offering will be a four-hour treatment that is designed to suit an individual and their needs. Personal preferences are identified in advance to form a personal blueprint.
All guests will receive a treatment on arrival to address the stresses of travelling and to regain their equilibrium. Every fine detail is designed to their absolute liking.
Morning and evening yoga sessions are a core freedom, with a yoga specialist detailing the offering to suit each guest profile.
Country Kids enhances its Wellbeing Series: Swap screen time for family time at Country Kids Family Resort
Where: Country Kids Resort on 30-acres of secure farmland in the picturesque Languedoc-Roussillon region of the South of France
The details:
Family owned Country Kids has long been a pioneer for authentic, low-tech experiences and renowned for its passionate approach to family holidays
Country Kids offers a ‘Wellbeing Series’ on the resort with a programme of activities to encourage families to swap screen time for family time
Kids can jump on the back of farmer Syl’s tractor and immerse themselves in farm life, collecting eggs and feeding the animal residents, or become adventurous explorers looking for the newest bug species. Pizza parties, camping, and pyjama parties await – encouraging kids of any age to get off their screens and fully immerse themselves in the great outdoors
Parents can indulge in top-quality spa treatments, experience the taste of the area’s finest wines, enjoy a personalised concierge service, and take advantage of Babysitting Nights where mums and dads can treat themselves to a date night without the kids
Surf & Yoga packages at the Salty Pelican in Cascais, Portugal *Now open for 2019 bookings*
Where: Cascais, a coastal town reflecting the authenticity of Portugal, and just 30 minutes from Lisbon
The details:
For transcendent travellers with the desire for transformation, Cascais offers the opportunity of wellness-boosting experiences
Practice mindfulness and perfect your pop-up while catching waves with the Salty Pelican’s surf & yoga retreat
Designed to facilitate community, the Salty Pelican gives travellers the ultimate retreat encompassing meaningful connection with fellow travellers, bringing everyone together each night for sunset BBQs
The five-day package includes surf lessons, 11 yoga classes, daily meditation sessions, and all yoga and surf equipment in one of Portugal’s most relaxing towns
The Sunset Awareness Hike (an optional extra) takes guests to the beautiful national beach of Praia da Ursa where they can practice meditation right on the sand against the backdrop of the Portuguese sunset
When guests aren’t busy catching waves, meditating, or trying new yoga poses, they can explore the beauty of Cascais right on their doorstep by cycling along seaside promenades, hiking along the coast in the Sintra-Cascais National Park, or taking in the sunset from the Boca do Inferno viewpoint – a natural wonder with an impressive natural rock formation where the waves crash through in a breath-taking display of power
Choose from a range of accommodation from deluxe shared rooms to private single rooms in a location just five minutes from the beach
Where: Grayshott Health Spa. Only an hour from London, Grayshott Spa is located in the peace and tranquility of the Surrey countryside and is a world away from the stresses and strains of modern living.
Details
For over 50 years Grayshott health spa, one of the UK’s top destination spas has provided a retreat for those looking to address health issues and improve their well-being
2019 will introduce a new programme of Enrichment Retreats, from ‘Writing for Renewal’ workshops to ‘Creative Wellbeing’ programmes, in addition to the popular Grayshott Regime
Festive & seasonal breaks for 2018 are available to book to ensure a healthy Christmas and New Year