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Wellness Travel: a trip to take care of your body and mind
Few travel trends have taken hold as strongly as wellness tourism. In recent years, there has been a growing demand for experiences that go beyond relaxation and offer a deep dive into comprehensive health, emotional balance and physical regeneration. With this in mind, AG7 has curated a list of destinations around the world that reflect this trend and show how wellness can be at the heart of the travel experience. From spas surrounded by glaciers to ancient healing retreats, we have selected three destinations where the experience and treatments will make you return feeling regenerated and ready to live a healthier life.
The Retreat at Blue Lagoon – Iceland
With mineral-rich geothermal waters and views of moss-covered lava fields, this Icelandic spa is more than just a postcard—it’s a full-service healing center. The experience includes private thermal baths, treatments using local silica and algae, and a sensory journey that balances the nervous system and reduces inflammation. All of this is surrounded by an almost therapeutic silence.
Hidden among salt flats and mango forests at the foot of the Himalayas, Six Senses Vana is one of the most respected healing retreats in the world. The space accommodates 82 suites and villas that blend into the scenery almost imperceptibly. The experience is deeply personalized: before arrival, each guest answers a questionnaire to map their body, mind and energy. The treatments combine Ayurvedic knowledge, Tibetan medicine, acupuncture, nutrition and yoga practices and guided meditation. In the main restaurant, the menu is designed based on the guest's profile, free of ultra-processed foods, but with plenty of flavor. In addition, there are trails, breathing workshops and mandatory moments of silence to slow down the mental pace. The clean architecture, medicinal gardens and pure Himalayan air complete the restoration ritual.
Set amidst golden hills, vineyards and the Atlantic, Vik Retreats is a wellness enclave in Punta del Este. There are three distinct properties: Estancia Vik, Playa Vik and Bahia Vik, all with privileged views, contemporary Uruguayan art and a sophisticated slow living proposal. The Estancia houses a wellness area integrated with nature, with a spa with local aromas, an infinity pool facing the sunset and yoga sessions with panoramic views of the pampas. The cuisine is organic and based on regional ingredients, with highlights including fish of the day, artisanal cheeses and natural wines produced on site. With a relaxed atmosphere, informal service and a curated range of experiences that include horseback riding, outdoor meditation and manual therapies, the destination is a refuge for those seeking balance with aesthetics and purpose.