From the Maldives to Mallorca, brands bet on travel that restores both the cellular and spiritual self
This diverse collection of global wellness updates reflects a significant shift in the travel industry, where the focus has moved from standard relaxation to high-performance longevity, medical aesthetics and immersive nature-based therapy.
From the launch of the adults-only, salt-therapy sanctuary at Nala Maldives to the introduction of clifftop transformational retreats on the French Riviera, these developments highlight a growing demand for travel that actively restores both the cellular and spiritual self.
Whether through equestrian escapes in the Georgian countryside or cutting-edge aesthetic protocols in Paris, these properties are setting the benchmark for a more intentional and scientifically grounded travel landscape in 2026.
Optimise vitality
Surrenne retreat at The Maybourne Riviera
Surrenne, London’s wellbeing and longevity club (Surrenne Belgravia at The Emory), is launching four-night transformational retreats at Surrenne Riviera, The Maybourne Riviera in the South of France.
Set on a clifftop above the Mediterranean with sweeping views over Roquebrune-Cap-Martin and Monaco, the retreats offer a focused wellbeing reset blending science, nature and ancient wisdom.
Guests receive one-to-one consultations with visiting practitioners, personalised therapies, breathwork, meditation, movement sessions, coastal walks, sea swims and cold-water immersion, plus unlimited access to sauna, steam, cold plunge and fitness facilities.
Retreats follow three phases: Ground, Recharge and Regenerate, designed to build calm, replenish energy and support lasting lifestyle change.
Two retreats are confirmed: Spring Equinox (March 20-24) featuring astrology and Yoga Nidra, and Anti-inflammatory Reset (April 17-21) led by nutritionist Rose Ferguson, with metabolic health workshops and lymphatic therapy.
Beauty boost
New spa: The Balmoral, Edinburgh
At The Balmoral in Edinburgh, Rocco Forte Hotels introduces a forward-thinking approach to wellness through the newly unveiled Irene Forte Spa, where Mediterranean tradition meets scientific innovation.
Designed for guests seeking meaningful, long-term wellbeing, the spa combines sensorial rituals with advanced skincare and targeted therapies.
Signature highlights include 3D skin analysis, clinical-grade LYMA Laser PRO facials, and non-invasive body treatments designed to support visible results with lasting impact. Locally inspired rituals incorporate Scottish Cairngorm quartz, grounding the experience in place while enhancing deep restoration.
Spanning 1,102 square metres, the spa can complement treatments with movement classes, Technogym training sessions and nourishing wellness-led dishes at the dedicated Wellness Bar.
Aesthetic allure
Maison Lutétia Suite at The Peninsula Paris
For those seeking a restorative, science-led beginning to 2026, The Peninsula Paris unveils its exclusive Maison Lutétia Suite, a dedicated aesthetic wellness space blending cutting-edge skincare technology with the hotel’s signature luxury.
As one of Paris’s leading aesthetic medicine clinics, Maison Lutétia brings its expertise into the property through personalised, non-invasive rejuvenation protocols designed to restore radiance and boost cellular vitality after the demands of the festive season, supporting luminous skin, improved tone, firmness and overall vitality.
Central to the experience is the Expert Cellulaire Treatment - a 90-minute high-performance ritual combining progressive aquapeel, electroporation, targeted electrostimulation, cryotherapy and LED therapy for immediate glow and long-term skin renewal.
Set within the largest hotel spa in Paris, the experience allows guests to pair clinical-grade results with holistic relaxation, including pools, thermal suites and spacious recovery lounges.
Find your stride
Equestrian wellness at Lopota
As travellers move beyond traditional spa breaks towards slower, nature-led retreats, a new wellness trend is rising: equestrian escapes. Rhythmic, screen-free and rooted in presence, horseback riding is emerging as one of the most restorative ways to reconnect body and mind with nature.
Set on a private lake in Georgia’s scenic Kakheti region, Lopota Lake Resort & Spa is at the forefront of this shift, blending adventure with holistic wellbeing. Its guided equestrian programme takes guests through vineyards, forests and lakeside trails, with gentle on-site rides ideal for beginners and families (including ponies for children), as well as longer countryside excursions beyond the resort - passing apple orchards, streams and ancient ruins.
Beyond riding, Lopota offers forest walks, paddle boating, lakeside yoga, Slavic bathhouse rituals, vinotherapy in the forest spa, organic gardening, vineyard tours and farm-to-table Georgian dining, positioning it as a soulful 2026 wellness escape.
Ocean makeover
Reimagined spa at Four Seasons Mauritius
Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita has unveiled a new era of island wellness with the reopening of Oseyan Spa, Mauritius’s only overwater spa, now reimagined to nurture body, mind and soul.
Redesigned single and couples’ treatment rooms feature natural light, calming earth tones and organic textures, creating a deeper connection to the lagoon setting.
A key highlight is the new Thermal Suite with steam room, sauna, cold plunge and experience showers, alongside the Royal Spa Suite - an intimate overwater sanctuary with a handcrafted stone tub, private steam room and panoramic lagoon views.
The treatment menu introduces Epicutis skincare, while continuing MyBlend and Theranaka, blending science-led results with nature and heritage rituals.
The spa also debuts an Overwater Hair Salon with restorative treatments such as Hair Botox. Wellness extends beyond the spa with an upgraded fitness centre, Pilates and TRX, sound healing, meditation and mindful creative workshops.
Terracotta tranquillity
Son Bunyola adds sporty escapes
Son Bunyola Hotel & Villas in Mallorca is tapping into the growing sports tourism trend with two new three-night, short-break packages launching ahead of its reopening on March 6, 2026.
Set within an 810-acre private estate in the UNESCO-listed Tramuntana Mountains, the 16th-century finca (part of Sir Richard Branson’s Virgin Limited Edition) is a renowned base for cyclists, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
The Cycling Adventure includes a four-hour guided ride through the Tramuntana’s iconic routes, plus a one-hour deep-tissue recovery massage, a picnic or authentic Mallorcan lunch using estate ingredients, and a private wine tasting for two in the hotel’s former oil mill.
The Walking Escape follows the same itinerary, swapping cycling for a four-hour guided hike on trails starting from the hotel. Packages are tailored to all abilities and can support pre-race training.