What good is yoga if you aren’t eating a healthy diet? Well, probably still quite good, but if your diet could do nutritionally what yoga is doing physically, then you’d be both better at yoga and healthier all round. That’s why our[...]
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Yoga’s Secret Sister Teaching that No-one Talks About Even though many of us practise yoga, few of us have heard of Ayurveda – a system of holistic healing and sattvic food that originated in the same place and era as yoga – the Indus[...]
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On a cluster of paradisical islands in the Indian Ocean lie some of the world’s best luxury spa hotels. But with so many islands to choose from, how do you make your pick? Our travel experts review the top 7 spa hotels in the Maldives in a handy[...]
Iodine is the heaviest of the essential elements our bodies need. It helps to synthesise thyroid hormones – thyroxine and triiodothyronine. Deficiency of iodine can lead to a decrease in the production of these hormones, and in cases of severe[...]
Oriental mud, anti-aging treatments, detoxifying diets and landscapes of incomparable beauty. The spa & thermal hotels of the Italian peninsula offer everything you could dream of for a holiday of relaxation and well-being. Fall in love with the[...]
Take a trip to Slovenia this summer to avoid the stifling heat of mainstream destinations and cool off in mountain air, luscious forests and blue waters. From the Adriatic Sea to Slovenia’s lakes and rivers, if there’s any blue around here, it[...]
Thinking of a spa break in Spain that rejuvenates body and mind but not sure which are the best destinations? Well, a holiday at one of the best spa hotels in Spain wouldn’t be the same if it didn’t make the most of Spain’s long, golden sand[...]
8 Best Vegan Vacations in Europe and Beyond If you’re vegan, you’ll know how frustrating it is when restaurants assume that veganism is synonymous with “diet” and the only thing you can eat are lettuce leaves, nuts and berries. Luckily[...]
Looking for a way of losing weight that is much healthier, more effective, longer lasting and more relaxing than dieting alone? Read on to discover 6 of the best weight loss retreats in Europe and Asia, where weight loss methods range from Ayurvedic[...]
3 Best Spring Break Destinations The winter is finally over, hoorah! Days are getting longer, blossom is budding on the trees, BBQs are sizzling on the horizon and most importantly, so are your May holiday plans! A season of fresh starts and rebirth[...]
????? ????? – ??? ???? ???? ?? ?????? Visiting Petra and its surrounding Wadi Rum desert is an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Petra, originally known as Ramqu in ancient times, is a historical city located in Jordan’s south[...]
Throughout the Monsoon: Ayurveda in India If you want to avoid one thing on your trip to South India, then it’s probably the rain. This exotic holiday destinations, like Sri Lanka and other south asian destinations, are most popular between[...]
Successful Spa Therapy – 3 of the Best spas in Greece 2018 If you’re struggling to decide where to go in Greece, which greek islands to visit or which spa hotels are for you, don’t worry – we’re here to help you decide! Known as the[...]
Wondering what to get your Mum for Mother’s Day this year? Why not a gift which benefits the both of you – a mother-daughter weekend away at one of our luxury spa retreats. Last minute booking can get you some great flight and hotel deals if you[...]
... what about the authentic Holi festival as celebrated it in its country of origin, India – how much do we know about that? Since it takes place in just a couple of days we’re taking the opportunity to learn a bit more about what gives rise to[...]
You know, it’s just as you’re about to say goodbye to something that you realise you might just miss it, even if only a tiny bit. That’s why we’ve put together 5 activity ideas that will help you make the most of the winter weather, and all[...]
