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At the Bernardus Lodge & Spa, vineyard views and wellness-driven January weekends set the tone for intentional new beginnings. Nestled in the rolling hills and vineyard-laced landscapes of Carmel Valley, CA, Bernardus Lodge & Spa feels like the kind of wine country hideaway that invites you to slow down the moment you arrive. In January, […]

Embracing change and finding peace. Many may fondly remember the iconic song “Let It Go” from Disney’s film Frozen, where Elsa is empowered after letting go of attempts to fit in and to be a “perfect girl” who conceals and never feels. It’s about love, liberation, and freedom from the shackles of fear that hold

When robot massage treatments become more prolific, human-delivered spa therapies may become more meaningful. In 2012, I published my book, The Psychology of Spas & Wellbeing, based on my capstone thesis for my studies in Applied Positive Psychology at University of Pennsylvania. The basic premise of the book was that even though spas mostly seem to

Where river journeys nourish the mind, body, and spirit. Imagine starting your day doing yoga on the sun deck of a river cruise as you glide past medieval castles. This is life aboard AmaWaterways, where river cruising is more than sightseeing—it’s a chance to recharge, stay active, and reconnect with yourself. Founded more than two decades

“In the Eywa Way of Water, life becomes a seamless flow of luxury and harmony, where every choice is an opportunity to embrace the ocean of possibilities. It’s a lifestyle rooted in freedom—freedom to explore, to renew, and to reconnect with the world around us.” —Alex Zagrebelny, founder and CEO of R.Evolution A New Paradigm for Health and Longevity

Header image: Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel For centuries, convents and monasteries have turned out artisanal skincare. Now it’s having a moment. With TikTok minting new beauty trends hourly at this point, most are soon lost to the churn. But every so often, an outlier becomes part of the broader cultural conversation. Perhaps you remember

A $100 million transformation debuts a refreshed oceanfront icon for festive holidays and a glamorous New Year’s Eve. Trading snowdrifts and heavy coats for sunshine and sea breezes is one of the most luxurious ways to spend the holidays, and few places capture that spirit better than The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne in Miami. And, thanks

A wintery escape inspired by Lake Louise’s alpine beauty, where glacial waters, calm air, and mindful rituals renew you fully. Tucked deep in the rugged beauty of the Canadian Rockies, BASIN Glacial Waters at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise offers a chance to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with the natural world. This new indoor–outdoor thermal

Ocean House brings festive workshops, elevated holiday dining, and coastal charm together for an unforgettable winter escape in Watch Hill, Rhode Island Perched on the bluffs of Watch Hill, Rhode Island, Ocean House is a legendary New England seaside resort, and an irresistible place to celebrate the holidays. Overlooking the Atlantic, the original 1868 Victorian

Step into Prague’s storybook charm, where glowing castles and festive markets create the perfect holiday escape Filled with old-world charm, Prague transports visitors to the pages of classic fairy tales, inspiring feelings of enchantment and nostalgia. It’s the perfect city to visit during the festive season. The glowing thousand-year castles at night evoke the magic