THE BEST NEW WELLNESS RETREATS AROUND THE WORLD

Wellness retreats have come a long way since the days of austere ashrams and militant-minded boot camps.

These days, you can reset your mind and body in five-star resorts that draw on both cutting edge science and ancient healing practices to leave you feeling renewed. Whether you're craving some serious pampering or a serious detox, you have more options than ever before both close to home and in far-flung locales. The newest wellness openings are raising the bar, offering everything from rooms designed for optimal sleep to the latest bio hacks and unbelievably good food. From an intimate ayurvedic hotel in the Italian Alps to an extravagant spa in Las Vegas that turns the ancient art of sauna into a performance, here are 5 retreats to bookmark for when you need a health boost.

SIX SENSES VANA
Dehradun, India

In recent years, Six Senses has emerged as one of the biggest players in the wellness space. Last year, the brand acquired a fivestar ashram in India and transformed the 21-acre property into the first Six Senses retreat. Tucked within a forest of sal trees in the Himalayan Foothills near Rishikesh, the birthplace of yoga, the 82-room retreat offers five-, 14-, and 21-day programs rooted in Ayurveda, Chinese Medicine, and the Tibetan medicine practice of Sowa Rigpa.

Your days might include four types of yoga, meditation, a mountain bathing session, where you’ll be guided on a mindful hike, and nutritious meals (flavorful curries and fresh salads) determined by your dosha.