Forget the cocktails and fast food, recent findings show tourists are looking for healthy alternatives when travelling the globe.
Showcasing the emerging demand for wellness travel, Health and Fitness Travel have reported that wellness tourism is experiencing 6.5% annual growth globally.
Whether its mindfulness retreats, transformative travel or active holidays, 2019 will see more travellers looking to refresh and revitalise in a healthy way.
As awareness of mental health increases, travel that inspires rest and renewal to combat stress is a healthy escape from everyday life.
Giselle Radulovic, Country Manager Australia for Hawai‘i Tourism Oceania says that Hawai‘i is a destination that stands out in terms of wellness tourism.
“From the moment you step off the plane, the Hawaiian Islands embody the spirit of Aloha, encouraging altruism, kindness and mindfulness.
“With everything from spa retreats to reconnecting with nature, and active adventures, Hawai‘i has a diverse range of choices for travellers looking to refresh both mind and body,” Ms Radulovic said.
Each of the Hawaiian Islands of Maui, O‘ahu, Kaua‘i and The Island of Hawai‘i offer wellness experiences for all kinds of travellers.
O‘ahu
From Waikīkī to Turtle Bay, the island of O‘ahu offers a variety of health and wellness experiences. O‘ahu plays host to world-renowned Wanderlust Festival, held within Turtle Bay Resort. On a mission to help attendees find their true north, Wanderlust brings workshops with hand-selected yoga instructors, meditation teachers and outdoor exercise coaches, together with musical performers, speakers, artists and chefs.
Maui
Whether you are going through a life transition or looking for an authentic wellness vacation experience, Maui is the tropical paradise to stop, reflect and reconnect. Set amongst nature, Maui Healing Retreat focusses on women’s empowerment, relationships and intimacy, cleanses and detoxing and spiritual awakening. The retreat is dedicated to providing visitors with life enhancing and soul satisfying experiences within an idyllic island backdrop.
Kaua‘i
Hawai‘i’s garden isle, Kaua‘i, exudes rest and relaxation through its lush rainforest surroundings. Recently opened Timbers Kaua‘i Ocean Club & Residences is redefining the notion of wellness, balance and bliss through active and healthy concepts that are integrated throughout the resort. Offering services from some of the most respected names in the fields of body mindfulness and healthy living, each experience and treatment at Timbers Kaua‘i is set to be peaceful, memorable and soothing.
The Island of Hawai‘i
From stunning landscapes to phenomenal volcanoes, the Island of Hawai‘i is an active traveller’s dream come true. With incredible outdoor experiences like hiking through volcanic lava tubes and zip-lining over waterfalls, this island is a hub for active and eco-tourism. Hōnaunau Farm, an educational wellness retreat located in the foothills of Mauna Loa Volcano welcomes guests to relax, unwind and inspire in their range of private retreats.
For further information on Hawai‘i visit www.gohawaii.com/au
