First let's think about what Wellness is.

The easy answer.. Wellness is taking care of ourselves.

Having a healthy body and mind enables us to live fully, to be present with the people we love and have energy to do the things that we enjoy.

Wellness is about fueling the body with delicious, nutritious food that enables our system to work effectively and sustainably.

Staying active and moving in ways that feel joyous and expansive.

Wellness is also about learning when to slow down, to hit re-set and take the time out to unwind and find peace.

Our fast-paced modern lifestyles are not always conducive to superior wellness.

We all benefit from the self-care and the love involved in taking care of ourselves.

And a Wellness Retreat is a great way of doing that.

An opportunity to nourish and cherish ourselves, to take a step back from the pace of 'normal' life.

Popular Retreats

There are a whole range of retreats to spend some time on here. The retreat centres are sure to offer what you are looking for and at your budget -  from spa, detox, yoga, pilates, fitness, weightloss - everything for your health and wellness is on the menu.

Because travel within Europe is so cheap, quick and easy one of the most in-demand health and well-being retreat experiences is the weekend holiday, maybe with one day extra making it a long weekend. If that's not enough for you then you can always opt for a whole week long retreat to really immerse yourself in the benefits of a program and the change of pace and environment.

• Shanti Som Wellbeing Detox Retreat, Malaga, Spain
  

Located at an awesome national park and biosphere reserve, with a scenic landscape around you that blends well with the detoxifying activities to support you in letting go and flowing through this journey of change. Visit to enjoy many activities such as enjoying cleansing juices, yoga, pilates and the fitness and spa facilities.

• SHA Detox Wellness Clinic, near Alicante, Spain
  

With professional support at this well established modern retreat resort, health programs offer medical and natural therapy interventions, with nutrition and activities focused routines.