Wedding date fixed? That only means it's time to count backwards and get yourself and your girl gang prepped in the run-up to the big day. And nothing says it better than a bachelorette party centered around wellness! Plan a luxurious spa getaway to indulge in some pampering and to lose the wedding stress, so that you are reset and refreshed for the wedding.
From Ananda in the Himalayas to Le Méridien Bodrum, Huvafen Fushi and more, these retreats rank high on making it an unforgettable time, with massages, longevity that meets glamour and serenity-inspired stays, striking the balance between relaxation, bonding and making memories for life!
Why: For a bride tribe that wants sunset cocktails and dancing, but also wants to feel fabulous the next morning.
Bring on that healing already! This glamorous wellness escape is just what the girl squad needs for a rest. Set on the northern tip of Ibiza overlooking Cala Xarraca Bay, Six Senses Ibiza combines the island's effortlessly cool energy with focused wellness. The lavish 1,200-square-metre spa is where you get personalised treatments, yoga, fitness, diet programmes and some seriously good immersive experiences.
Why: Lush-seekers paradise
Hidden in the lush landscape around Ubud, COMO Shambhala Estate is made for a slower, more restorative kind of celebration. Its approach brings together nutrition, movement, mindfulness and spa therapies in an immersive tropical setting.
Think jungle mornings, private villas, yoga sessions and long conversations with your closest friends.
Why: For a much-needed detox
With a chic mix of restorative treatments, Aegean sunshine, beach time and personalised wellness, Vitalica Wellness Bodrum Wellbeing & Detox Center is ideal for a bride tribe that wants to feel refreshed rather than exhausted after the celebrations.
The focus is wellness and detox journeys with a famous 10,000 square-meter longevity clinic, Turkish hammam rituals, infrared sauna, salt rooms and massages.
Why: Mountain serenity meets luxury
Every bride and her squad would want to get set for the big day, glowing and absolutely in the pink of health. Ananda in the Himalayas works towards that. The property, set in the Himalayan foothills, makes for a retreat that brings together Ayurveda, yoga and Vedanta with contemporary wellness experiences. No wonder then, that this place is recognised as a leading destination spa internationally and is hot on the celebrity list.
Why: For barefoot luxury that leaves the stress behind
Here's some group pampering at its best! Head to this island resort via a 30-minute luxury speedboat ride from Velana International Airport. It promises a scenic getaway where you and the bridal party can head below the water's surface to an underwater spa, walk on soft sands, swim in turquoise lagoons, chill in private villas and sign up for healing spa experiences.