Why you should gift yourself a wellness retreat in 2022

As we enter the last few months of 2022 there’s never been a better time for you to take some time for yourself. Over the past couple of years, pandemic fatigue is a phrase we’ve heard more than once. With lockdowns, business struggles, home schooling and general uncertainty surrounding day to day life, our overall wellbeing has suffered and it’s not surprising if you’re feeling pretty exhausted. If you’ve been finding life a little tough lately, a weekend of wellness could be just what the doctor ordered.

So, what is a wellness retreat exactly?

A wellness retreat can come in all shapes and sizes. Some will have a strong holistic focus, with a schedule packed with spa treatments to give you a chance to simply relax and unwind. Some will be centred around helping you sleep better, or balancing your hormones. Others will have more of an exercise focus, giving you a health kick or teaching you new skills. No matter what the focus is, a wellness retreat can be the ultimate form of self care. Designed to help reduce stress, they focus on teaching healthy lifestyle practices and giving guests the opportunity to truly focus on their overall health.

What happens at a wellness retreat?

Depending on what type of retreat you choose and how long you are there, each wellness retreat offers a different timetable or schedule for their guests. Typically you can expect to create your own journey, selecting the activities you would like to take part in or the treatments you would like to receive. Some wellness retreats might follow a more structured format but you will be able to select your stay based on what you are looking for. Here’s 5 things you can expect from most wellness retreats:

1. Healthy eating

On a wellness retreat, you can expect a menu packed with healthy food, often containing organic or locally sourced ingredients to help you eat well, detox and feel better. Regular meals and snacks will likely be offered throughout your stay and meal times may be shared with other guests. Some wellness retreats may involve fasting or raw diets, or an element of both but the extent to which you take part in these practices is up to you.

2. Digital detox

Often held in beautiful locations, away from busy city life, a wellness retreat is a great opportunity to have some time away from your digital devices. We spend so much time connected, taking time to disconnect can be incredibly beneficial for our mental health, helping us to sleep better and leaving us feeling calm and centered.

3. Learn something new

Whether it’s a meditation retreat or yoga retreat, a health spa or women’s retreat – this is an opportunity for you to learn something. It could be a new skill, a new practice, or discovering something new about yourself. Often, wellness retreats will find expert tutors to visit and teach classes, which will be much more intimate than those you might attend at home and give you a chance to really dive deep into a transformative and healing experience.

4. Feel rejuvenated

More often than not, taking time away from your home life gives you the chance to fully unwind. Wellness retreats often offer additional spa treatments like massages, facials, reiki and reflexology, promoting better sleep and a deep sense of relaxation. Make the most of some extra pampering and go home feeling refreshed, ready to take on the challenges of your everyday life.

5. Spend time alone

While a wellness retreat can be a great place to meet like minded people, it can also be an opportunity to spend some time alone. While the idea of going on holiday alone might feel overwhelming, going to a silent retreat or a wellness retreat alone can feel liberating. The retreat offerings will give you some structure, along with the opportunity to fully unwind and relax, without anything or anyone distracting you.

How much does a wellness retreat cost?

There are retreats available to suit a wide range of budgets and it will depend on what’s on offer. An all-inclusive retreat for example, that offers accommodation, meals, classes, spa treatments, and other activities could cost anything from $3,000 and up for a week-long stay. For a budget friendly option, some wellness retreats will allow you to select your accommodation based on your requirements and offer optional extras, such as massages, surf or cookery lessons or kayak tours, to sign up to if you are keen to fill your free time.

Ready to book your retreat?

We’ve saved you some time and done a little research to help you find your next yoga retreat. Take the time to nurture your mind, body and spirit at one of the best yoga retreats in NSW or use Find My Om to search for one. With a wide range of accommodation, workshops and treatments to choose from – we are sure you’ll find the perfect spot to unwind.