Sanctuary Sessions: Ultimate Fitness and Well-being Getaways

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If you love getting active, but also love traveling and going on holiday, then have you thought about combining the two?

Fitness getaways are becoming more and more popular in recent years, due to people’s love of being healthy but also seeing the world.

What could be better than attending a yoga class in India, or attending a surf school in Costa Rica?

It is time to pack your leggings, your trainers and some suncream, and head to one of the ultimate fitness getaways.

1. Sen Wellness Sanctuary, Sri Lanka

Located on the coast of the Indian Ocean, Sen Wellness offers tailored packages to help you alleviate any physical or mental difficulties you may be experiencing.

Whether you need help with back pain, would like some help to cope with anxiety or perhaps you just want to practice your yoga, Sen Wellness will come up with a plan to help.

Go for a stroll along the golden beach or simply relax in the luxury cabanas surrounded by mangroves.

There is something for everyone here.

2. Ananda in the Himalayas, India

Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, Ananda is an award winning spa and spiritual retreat.

Enjoy private yoga and meditation sessions, before going for a swim in the heated infinity pool.

They have over 24 treatment rooms offering a range of different services, as well as full hydrotherapy facilities and personal trainers to offer tailored fitness sessions.

2. Ananda in the Himalayas, India

Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, Ananda is an award winning spa and spiritual retreat.

Enjoy private yoga and meditation sessions, before going for a swim in the heated infinity pool.

They have over 24 treatment rooms offering a range of different services, as well as full hydrotherapy facilities and personal trainers to offer tailored fitness sessions.

3. Bio-Hotel Stanglwirt, Austria

This gorgeous retreat based in Austria is the perfect location to visit if you want to be able to take part in a variety of different activities on your retreat.

Try some golf, tennis, yoga and maybe even some skiing in the Wilder Kaiser mountain which towers over the resort.

They are also famous for their delicious nutritious food, which uses produce grown on their very own farm.

2. Ananda in the Himalayas, India

Located in the foothills of the Himalayas, Ananda is an award winning spa and spiritual retreat.

Enjoy private yoga and meditation sessions, before going for a swim in the heated infinity pool.

They have over 24 treatment rooms offering a range of different services, as well as full hydrotherapy facilities and personal trainers to offer tailored fitness sessions.

4. SHA Wellness Clinic, Spain

Located near Alicante, this blissful retreat offers pilates, meditation, yoga and an impressive gym holding all the equipment you could ever need. The rooms and suites are truly stunning, with unparalleled views across the sea and mountains – the perfect location to relax and unwind. They also have a large spa offering treatments such as body wraps, scrubs, and medicated facials. If you’re heading to sunny Spain you’re going to need some gorgeous sunglasses to take with you.

Try the Ray-Ban RB2140 Original Wayfarer.

These classic sunglasses feature a trendy design which suits everyone.

The brown tinted glasses and tortoise shell frame will also go with any outfit.

5. Red Mountain Resort, Utah, USA

Head to the Red Mountain Resort in Utah if you love a good adventure or extreme sports.

Go for a hike amongst the Snow Canyon State Park and walk amongst red rock cliffs and canyons.

If you prefer something a little faster, then borrow a mountain bike and head to the hills.

They offer privately guided tours of the beautiful local surroundings.

Once you are finished, head to the spa to enjoy some much-needed pampering.

6. Como Shambhala Estate, Bali

Head to this resort in Bali to enjoy a mixture of relaxation and adventure.

Take a cycle tour through the surrounding rice fields, take part in a river rafting adventure and then relax in the extensive spa and treatment rooms.

They have a full wellness programme which takes into consideration your diet, fitness levels and mental well-being.

Elisa Brugnera
Elisa Brugnera
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I just came back after spending a week at Sen Wellness, and the experience was above my expectations.The location is beautiful, immerse in nature and with an amazing beach available.Yoga and meditation classes vary every day, and I can say I learnt so much.The main feedback I’d like to leave is about the team: all of them did everything in their power to make us guests happy, they personally cared about our wellbeing.I can say I came back relaxed, but also changed and nourished internally, I’m looking at problems with a different perspective.I am already planning to be back!
Pia Schmoeckel
Pia Schmoeckel
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All I could have asked for in an Ayurveda retreat. Beautiful place and nature, with lovely people and a lot of thought and intention in the programs.
Richard S
Richard S
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hat an incredible place and lovely team and special stay. Situated between the beach and the lagoon you are surrounded by wildlife and feel completely isolated from the outside world. The treatments, food and yoga/meditation work together to ensure an incredibly restorative and nourishing stay. Ten days seemed a good length of time to stay to maximise the benefits.Thank you to all the team at Sen for a magical stay
Mithi Thaya
Mithi Thaya
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Heaven on earth. A must-visit if you wish to disconnect and self-connect.
I came for the second time to this place and it can never disappoint… a truly healing place where you can connect with yourself and with others. I have met some amazing people here both times I have come. The staff really care and worry about you. Thank you ♥️ the first time’s review (last year’s) is just below which still applies.Mind-blowing experience. I am so happy I came to this place - I was planning for 5 days and stayed 10! All the team made me feel like home since I arrived. The kitchen staff are super nice and the food is amazing and healthy! The doctor and masseurs listened to me and gave me a therapy adapted to my needs from the very first day. The doctor, managers and reception were also always there for everything I needed. The yoga teachers are amazing healers that guided me through my journey in the sanctuary and for my home. I know I’ll apply their yoga and spiritual teachings in mind for my daily life. On top of that, a monk comes every week to have a 1-to-1 session with you. Personally, this was a very productive session for me!Moreover, the mini pool in the beach has an amazing sunshine - I’d recommend everyone to go one morning when in here!Amazing place to reconnect with myself which is what I was looking for. I’ll definitely come back😊
Elaine Lynskey
Elaine Lynskey
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The most nourishing, relaxing and healing week I have ever experienced in the most beautiful setting!! 7-day Ayurvedic and Yoga retreat left me feeling like a new person. I will definitely be returning.
Jill Long
Jill Long
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My two trips to the Sanctuary were equally special. Both were in January, one in 2016 and then again in 2020. It was a perfect way to start the year. The sheer beauty of this part of Sri Lanka is restorative in itself, but when coupled with the luxury and care of the Sanctuary, it becomes a deeply healing experience. I will go back again as soon as I can.
Di Sherlock
Di Sherlock
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I arrived exhausted and frazzled from a flight that had lost my bag in transit with the clothes I left London in and raging sinuses from the plane's insanely fierce aircon. Within days the sinus infection was healed with Ayurveda. This was the start of a 10 day healing journey that was pure magic. I stayed in an eco cabana - bed super comfy! - waking up to amazing birdsong. The nature here is lush (bring your mozzie spray!) , the complex open and airy, the food delicious (mainly veggie). Everyone on the team - from the Ayurvedic doctors and practitioners, the amazing manager, the chef and his crew, the yoga teachers to the boys who do the cleaning know what they're doing and radiate positive energy. Days are structured but the vibe is relaxed, open and easy. The Cacao ceremony was amazing. The Fire ceremony also. I'd go back in a heartbeat.
Emma Chadwick
Emma Chadwick
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I came to the sanctuary at a difficult time for me personally. I came home feeling mentally and physically restored. It was just the tonic for me.The sanctuary is set in a beautiful and peaceful location, a stone’s throw from the sea and never-ending empty beaches.I loved the daily yoga sessions - I had a brilliant teacher the week I was there - which has an open front so we often saw monkeys swinging by.But it were the Ayurvedic treatments and meals, made with fresh local produce, that were out of this world.The communal dining is such a great idea, particularly if you come on your own like I did. And the sanctuary is run by a fantastic and caring team who went out of their way to make my experience truly unforgettable.I really do hope to return again one day.
Stephanie U
Stephanie U
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Sen Wellness is really a Sanctuary where you can really connect back to you, your body and nature. The 10 days Spring Retreat was so fantastic, the breathing, moving and the food was always great. The location is far off from everything and you pretty much have the beach to yourself. All the animals like baby turtles, monkeys, squirrels, peacocks combined with nature was just magical. Also all the staff took great care of everyone induvidually. I will definitly be back!!
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