Unique Hotel Wellness Experiences to Try in 2023
Palmaïa The House of AïA | Architects of Life
From gratitude rituals to soul readings, Palmaïa the House of AïA takes guests on a journey of inner exploration and connection with nature. Located in the heart of Mexico’s Riviera Maya, the barefoot wellness resort offers a curated series of holistic and transformative activities as part of its Architects of Life program led by an in-house personal growth guide. Experiences range from cacao ceremonies, gong baths, mantras, shaman talks and meditation. Talk with the Shaman sessions take place underneath the shade of the towering Psychedelic Mushroom and are led by resident Shaman, Balder.
Unique Hotel Wellness Experiences to Try in 2023
Borgo La Chiaracia Resort & SPA | Physia
Standing on hills inhabited since the dawn of time (even before Rome), Borgo La Chiaracia Resort & SPA bridges the body and soul with distinct energy and vitality. This unique wellness hideaway in the Italian countryside of Umbria is home to Spa Livinna. An idyllic space in which to unwind, this spa is equipped with an extensive treatment menu, including sound-based treatments and body treatments. But its secret weapon is Physia, a non-invasive practice to support cell regeneration in the face and body. The electro-vibrational waves emitted from the technology work to rebalance the energy poles of the body, which results in mood enhancement, elimination of toxins and the targeting of scars.
Unique Hotel Wellness Experiences to Try in 2023
Grand Park Hotel Rovinj | Pelinkovac Rakija Ritual
Inspired by the freedom of sailing, Albaro Wellness & Spa at Grand Park Hotel Rovinj lures pleasure seekers with the promise of the best massages in the Adriatic, infused with “secrets of Istrian wellness.” The spa’s three signature massages begin with a rather unique tradition––a shot of local rakija brandy to warm up the body. Then comes pure bliss in the form of either a cannabis-infused massage, an extra virgin olive oil massage or the Pelinkovac Rakija Ritual, an enchanting aromatherapy massage and sugar scrub inspired by the notorious Absinthe of Istria, which contains allegedly psychoactive Artemesia absinthium.
Unique Hotel Wellness Experiences to Try in 2023
The Lodge at Blue Sky | Private Sage Ceremony
Tune your mind and body to the natural wonders of the Utah landscape at The Lodge at Blue Sky. With several unique experiences to take part in, the property invites guests to discover wellness as nature intended. Guests can take part in a private sage ceremony or mediate 10,000 feet above sea level along the Wasatch Mountain Range. For something unique, there’s Nidra “Enlightened Sleep,” a guided deep meditation that allows the body to completely relax, or the Art of Herbs, a session using Ayurvedic herbalism principles to gain a better understanding of the healing nature of plants. Over Valentine’s Day 2023, guests can join intuitive healer Dana Childs on a transformative healing journey focused on self-love.
Unique Hotel Wellness Experiences to Try in 2023
Faena Hotel Miami Beach | Unique Healing Arts
Tierra Santa Healing House at Faena Hotel Miami Beach offers an immersive introduction to shaman-inspired therapies with its Unique Healing Arts body rituals. Among the journeys a guest may take is Pranic Healing, a system of energy medicine used to restore physical, mental and emotional health. This three-part energetic purification ritual begins with a thorough cleansing and balancing of the chakras. The body is further purified with the smoke of Palo Santo, a sacred tree from the east coast of South America known for its mystical healing properties. To finish the treatment, sound bowls are used to quiet the mind through vibration sound harmonics that synchronize brainwave frequencies.
Unique Hotel Wellness Experiences to Try in 2023
THE BARAI at Hyatt Regency Hua Hin | Four Elements
Balancing Health Program
Tucked away amidst colorful gardens and soothing architecture, THE BARAI is known to be a labyrinth that indulgences the five senses. There’s no better place to experience the holistic nature of the property than at the award-winning BARAI spa. The sanctuary Four Elements Balancing Health Program is ideal for those seeking a balancing retreat or city escape, supported by healthy cuisine, private fitness and personalized treatments to suit your needs. The experience begins with a custom element bath, followed by your choice of treatment and a light meal and relaxation time at McFarland House.
Unique Hotel Wellness Experiences to Try in 2023
Hotel New Otani Tokyo EXECUTIVE HOUSE ZEN | Shimizu Bodywork
A sanctuary in the middle of Tokyo, Hotel New Otani is an ode to past and present, intermingling traditional Eastern and Western practices at every turn, including in the spa. While Fortuna spa has all the traditional treatments from massages to facials, it also specializes in bodywork. Shimizu Bodywork focuses on the proper alignment of feet, whereas Shiatsu is more of an alternative medicine that uses pressure points to improve circulation. After your session, continue on your relaxation journey by wandering over to the hotel’s 400-year-old Japanese Garden spanning 10 acres.
Unique Hotel Wellness Experiences to Try in 2023
Chablé Yucatan | Temazcal
Inspired by and in reverence to the natural world, Chablé Spa at Chablé Yucatan oozes tranquility and rejuvenation, set amid tropical gardens. All things revolve around a natural cenote, and ceremonies are performed to connect guests to ancient mysticism. Temazcal, meaning “steam house,” is a ceremonial ritual based on one of the oldest forms of medicine where the physical, mental and spiritual body come together. Guests enter a sweat lodge constructed from volcanic stone, wood or cement and water is poured over rocks to produce steam to aid the cleansing process.
Unique Hotel Wellness Experiences to Try in 2023
Villa Igiea | Therapies in Partnership with SATCC
The Mediterranean-inspired Irene Forte spa at Villa Igiea is a sensory experience with the scent of orange blossom filling the air as you arrive. With just four treatment rooms, all treatments are accompanied by the proprietary Irene Forte Skincare range, formulated with nourishing Sicilian botanicals harvested from Verdura Resort’s Organic Farm. Among the spa’s many one-of-a-kind treatments are therapies for those living with and recovering from cancer. In partnership with The Amethyst Trust, a Standards Authority for Touch in Cancer Care (SATCC), personalized facials and massages are performed by SATCC accredited therapists. Beginning with guided breathwork, experiences suit individual needs that relax the body and mind while promoting a deep sense of peace.
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Palmaïa The House of AïA | Architects of Life
From gratitude rituals to soul readings, Palmaïa the House of AïA takes guests on a journey of inner exploration and connection with nature. Located in the heart of Mexico’s Riviera Maya, the barefoot wellness resort offers a curated series of holistic and transformative activities as part of its Architects of Life program led by an in-house personal growth guide. Experiences range from cacao ceremonies, gong baths, mantras, shaman talks and meditation. Talk with the Shaman sessions take place underneath the shade of the towering Psychedelic Mushroom and are led by resident Shaman, Balder.
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Borgo La Chiaracia Resort & SPA | Physia
Standing on hills inhabited since the dawn of time (even before Rome), Borgo La Chiaracia Resort & SPA bridges the body and soul with distinct energy and vitality. This unique wellness hideaway in the Italian countryside of Umbria is home to Spa Livinna. An idyllic space in which to unwind, this spa is equipped with an extensive treatment menu, including sound-based treatments and body treatments. But its secret weapon is Physia, a non-invasive practice to support cell regeneration in the face and body. The electro-vibrational waves emitted from the technology work to rebalance the energy poles of the body, which results in mood enhancement, elimination of toxins and the targeting of scars.
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Grand Park Hotel Rovinj | Pelinkovac Rakija Ritual
Inspired by the freedom of sailing, Albaro Wellness & Spa at Grand Park Hotel Rovinj lures pleasure seekers with the promise of the best massages in the Adriatic, infused with “secrets of Istrian wellness.” The spa’s three signature massages begin with a rather unique tradition––a shot of local rakija brandy to warm up the body. Then comes pure bliss in the form of either a cannabis-infused massage, an extra virgin olive oil massage or the Pelinkovac Rakija Ritual, an enchanting aromatherapy massage and sugar scrub inspired by the notorious Absinthe of Istria, which contains allegedly psychoactive Artemesia absinthium.
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The Lodge at Blue Sky | Private Sage Ceremony
Tune your mind and body to the natural wonders of the Utah landscape at The Lodge at Blue Sky. With several unique experiences to take part in, the property invites guests to discover wellness as nature intended. Guests can take part in a private sage ceremony or mediate 10,000 feet above sea level along the Wasatch Mountain Range. For something unique, there’s Nidra “Enlightened Sleep,” a guided deep meditation that allows the body to completely relax, or the Art of Herbs, a session using Ayurvedic herbalism principles to gain a better understanding of the healing nature of plants. Over Valentine’s Day 2023, guests can join intuitive healer Dana Childs on a transformative healing journey focused on self-love.
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Faena Hotel Miami Beach | Unique Healing Arts
Tierra Santa Healing House at Faena Hotel Miami Beach offers an immersive introduction to shaman-inspired therapies with its Unique Healing Arts body rituals. Among the journeys a guest may take is Pranic Healing, a system of energy medicine used to restore physical, mental and emotional health. This three-part energetic purification ritual begins with a thorough cleansing and balancing of the chakras. The body is further purified with the smoke of Palo Santo, a sacred tree from the east coast of South America known for its mystical healing properties. To finish the treatment, sound bowls are used to quiet the mind through vibration sound harmonics that synchronize brainwave frequencies.
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THE BARAI at Hyatt Regency Hua Hin | Four Elements
Balancing Health Program
Tucked away amidst colorful gardens and soothing architecture, THE BARAI is known to be a labyrinth that indulgences the five senses. There’s no better place to experience the holistic nature of the property than at the award-winning BARAI spa. The sanctuary Four Elements Balancing Health Program is ideal for those seeking a balancing retreat or city escape, supported by healthy cuisine, private fitness and personalized treatments to suit your needs. The experience begins with a custom element bath, followed by your choice of treatment and a light meal and relaxation time at McFarland House.
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Hotel New Otani Tokyo EXECUTIVE HOUSE ZEN | Shimizu Bodywork
A sanctuary in the middle of Tokyo, Hotel New Otani is an ode to past and present, intermingling traditional Eastern and Western practices at every turn, including in the spa. While Fortuna spa has all the traditional treatments from massages to facials, it also specializes in bodywork. Shimizu Bodywork focuses on the proper alignment of feet, whereas Shiatsu is more of an alternative medicine that uses pressure points to improve circulation. After your session, continue on your relaxation journey by wandering over to the hotel’s 400-year-old Japanese Garden spanning 10 acres.
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Chablé Yucatan | Temazcal
Inspired by and in reverence to the natural world, Chablé Spa at Chablé Yucatan oozes tranquility and rejuvenation, set amid tropical gardens. All things revolve around a natural cenote, and ceremonies are performed to connect guests to ancient mysticism. Temazcal, meaning “steam house,” is a ceremonial ritual based on one of the oldest forms of medicine where the physical, mental and spiritual body come together. Guests enter a sweat lodge constructed from volcanic stone, wood or cement and water is poured over rocks to produce steam to aid the cleansing process.
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Villa Igiea | Therapies in Partnership with SATCC
The Mediterranean-inspired Irene Forte spa at Villa Igiea is a sensory experience with the scent of orange blossom filling the air as you arrive. With just four treatment rooms, all treatments are accompanied by the proprietary Irene Forte Skincare range, formulated with nourishing Sicilian botanicals harvested from Verdura Resort’s Organic Farm. Among the spa’s many one-of-a-kind treatments are therapies for those living with and recovering from cancer. In partnership with The Amethyst Trust, a Standards Authority for Touch in Cancer Care (SATCC), personalized facials and massages are performed by SATCC accredited therapists. Beginning with guided breathwork, experiences suit individual needs that relax the body and mind while promoting a deep sense of peace.