When your body, mind and soul are overwhelmed by the world and feeling run down there are many things you can to revive yourself.
To wet your appetite here are my spa guide’s favourite Australian retreats...
Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat, QLD
Set in the stunning Gold Coast hinterland, Gwinganna is an award winning retreat with a stunning Spa Sanctuary. Stay for a weekend to recharge your batteries or try their extremely popular 7 day detox programme. If you are looking for a retreat program with a difference, Gwinganna also offers speciality retreat programs including The Men’s Retreat, Sleep Discovery and Organic Living. Make sure you try one of their fabulous spa treatments in one of the largest spas in the Southern Hemisphere.
Gaia Retreat and Spa, NSW
Byron Bay has long been synonymous with wellbeing in Australia and since 2005 Gaia Retreat and Spa has been a part of this wellness community. Gaia Day Spa is at the centre of the retreat and whether you visit with your mum, with the one you love or you go solo they have a package to suit you. Lose weight, get fit or improve your yoga technique on one of the focused programs or simply switch off your phone and your mind chatter for a few days of peace and quiet.
Authenticity, SA
Authenticity is a beautiful destination wellness retreat and spa just an hour’s drive south of Adelaide. Use their tailored programs to actualize your potential, manage your stress or lose weight through Enjoy swimming in the pool, practicing yoga or meditation and sampling their amazing vegetarian cuisine and of course make sure you complete the experience with some rejuvenating spa treatments.
Golden Door Health Retreat, QLD
Golden Door Health Retreat may only be 30 minutes drive from Surfers Paradise but its a world away from the bright lights of the Gold Coast. Golden Door sets out to improve your lifestyle in every way possible with a holistic approach featuring exercise, relaxation and beautiful healthy food. Try Tai Chi, go for guided walks, indulge in spa treatments or take a dip in the heated indoor pool. Your spirit will be replenished and you will leave with a new lease on life.
Kangaroo Island Health Retreat, SA
Experience a potentially life changing retreat on Kangaroo Island with Sue McCarthy’s renowned approach to detoxification, health and wellbeing. Pick your own organic produce for dinner, learn about nutrition, swim in the sea, challenge the way you view your life and return to the world renewed, reinvigorated and possibly a few kilos lighter!
Harmony Hill Organic Spa Retreat, TAS
Indulge in Eastern and Western natural therapies just outside Hobart at Harmony Hill Organic Spa Retreat. Stay in one of the two storey king bed cottages and try daily yoga, meditation and even belly dancing then complete your experience with their signature Chi energy healing treatment. Whether your retreat is to detox, to revive a flagging spirit or lose weight Harmony Hill can help you achieve your goals.
The Golden Door Health Retreat Elysia, NSW
The Golden Door Elysia in the Hunter Valley is a purpose built retreat with stunning vineyard and mountain views. Take time while relaxing to educate yourself in the daily seminars on men's health, addiction, metabolism and many more during your stay. Elysia is the largest day spa in New South Wales so it would be impossible not to book one of their 26 wet and dry treatment rooms to enjoy a treatment or two before trying out their Watsu pool.
Hopewood Health Retreat, NSW
Set in the Blue Mountains just an hour from Sydney is Hopewood Health Retreat. For over 50 years the philosophy of Hopewood has been that everything you do, hear and eat at their retreat will optimise your health and wellbeing. Indulge your senses with spa treatments and beautiful vegetarian food, renew your spirit and zest for life with a life coaching session, try tai chi and meditation to relax and try something new with a reflexology or reiki treatment.
Healing Dreams Retreat, TAS
An eco-resort on an island? Just like the name suggests this retreat is an absolute dream. The retreat centers around water and its rugged location will inspire you to relax and breathe while you take in the mountains and oceans of the National Park surroundings. Rise early and take a bike ride to the beach, enjoy a massage and finish your day with a gourmet meal made with organic produce.
Camp Eden Health Retreat, QLD
Set in the lush Gold Coast rainforest, Camp Eden offers 7 night stays complete with organic food designed by a naturopath and chef, superb spa treatments and The Eden Program. Gain inspiration and self knowledge whilst you challenge yourself emotionally, physically and mentally. Read Spa Detective Ad
