Doing wellness travel the "right" way

The best way to experience wellness travel is…

Wellness travel is more than yoga mats and green smoothies (though those can be part of it!).

It’s about stepping out of your daily routines and creating space to recharge your body, mind, and spirit. Maybe that means watching the sunrise by the ocean (adding meditation is optional). Other times, it’s hiking mountain trails, cooking with local chefs, or simply unplugging in a peaceful spot with zero responsibilities.

Start with your “why”

I know you hear it a lot—What’s your why?—but when it comes to wellness travel, it really matters.

Ask yourself: what do I need most right now?

• Renewal: More sleep, more spa, more deep breaths.

• Connection: Quality time with yourself, a partner, or even new friends.

• Growth: Learning something new—tai chi, forest bathing, or cooking classes.

• Activity: Moving your body, stretching, conquering something new.

Once you know your “why,” the rest falls into place. Your trip isn’t just a getaway—it’s a way to become what you most need in your life right now.

Wellness can happen anywhere, but there are some places that are especially great. My client Diane didn’t have a particular location in mind, but she knew she wanted to be near water. She was originally thinking water=beach, but ended up loving the lake and woodsy feeling of her wellness getaway.

Especially great places for wellness:

Beach wellness examples

BodyHoliday, St. Lucia — Sunrise yoga, spa time, and a full menu of activities.

COMO Maalifushi, Maldives — Overwater villas, holistic therapies, turquoise calm.

Miraval Austin, Texas — Mindfulness, water sports, and spa escapes close to home.

Mountain wellness examples

Golden Door, California — Hiking, meditation, and farm-to-table meals.

Kamalaya, Thailand — A lush retreat blending Eastern and Western wellness.

Canyon Ranch, Arizona — Desert hikes and mind-body workshops.

Cultural immersion examples

Fivelements, Bali — Balinese healing traditions, plant-based cuisine, sacred arts.

The Retreat, Costa Rica — Yoga, clean eating, and rainforest immersion.

Mii amo, Sedona — Adventure meets spiritual connection with energy work and sound healing.

Sometimes you’re looking for a fully planned daily schedule, and other times you want to design your own rhythm. I can help you with whatever works best for you!

Activities (or no activities at all)

Wellness itineraries can be packed—or wide open. I love a mix of both.

If you want movement: Lake District, England (hikes + kayaking), Sedona, Arizona (red rocks + sound baths), Banff, Canada (trails + hot springs).

If you want rest: Sha Wellness Clinic, Spain (medical spa + ocean views), Ananda, India (Ayurvedic healing in the Himalayas), Lake Austin Spa, Texas (lakeside treatments and classes).

I think that balance is everything: the best trips give you both planned moments and the ability to just enjoy.

So, what’s the “right” way?

When designed around your why, it’s not really about checking off activities or doing it exactly perfectly, but it’s more about rediscovering yourself in a setting and activities that you need.

The "right" way is your way: what you need right now.

Which kind of wellness escape is calling you right now—rest, connection, activity, or growth? What location are you hoping for? Let me know if you’d like help putting together the right wellness escape for you.