The Best Wellness Retreats For a New You

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While some travelers love sightseeing and are searching for new adventures, you may be in the mood to simply get some rest and relaxation while unwinding from the stresses of everyday life. Here are the best wellness retreats around the world that will be sure to get you feeling like new.

Civana Wellness Resort and Spa

Located in the desert of Arizona is the tranquil Civana Wellness Resort and Spa. In addition to extensive spa features including a sunset sound bath and aqua therapy, you’ll also be able to experience unique adventures such as paddleboarding in the Tonto National Forest and hiking up Tom’s Thumb.

Arctic Bath Hotel

Tucked away in Sweden’s Lapland is the Arctic Bath Hotel, with its glass-fronted cabins and bird’s nests-shaped spa floats making the place appear like a Nordic fairytale getaway. When you’re done relaxing, you’ll get to enjoy a moose safari, ice fishing, dog sledding, and snowshoe hikes.

Six Senses Fort Barwara

Constructed as a Rajasthani fortress in the 14th Century, this Indian military building has since been transformed into a center of tranquility, where you’ll be treated to Ayurveda, yoga, and spa treatments involving regional Indian ingredients such as Kashmir Lavendar, saffron, and mogra, otherwise known as “the queen of the Jasmines.”