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Wellness & Spas

It's time for a little self-care.

Shopping
34 Best Wellness Gifts for Travelers Who Deserve a Day Off
From cozy waffle knit robes to soothing gua sha sets, these gifts will help anyone relax.
Inspiration
The World’s Coolest Underwater Hotels
These over-the-top aquatic suites take “deep sleep” to a whole new level. 
Wellness & Spas
Following a Path to Healing in Germany’s Storied Spa Towns
William Cook heads to the legendary haven of Baden-Baden and points north—destinations that have drawn visitors to their thermal springs since antiquity—in search of a cure for the past few years.
Readers' Choice Awards
Top 19 Destination Spa Resorts in the United States: Readers’ Choice Awards 2022
Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top destination spa resorts in the United States.
Places to Stay
Where to Stay When You Visit Yosemite
These are your chic, remote, vintage, and forested options.

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Readers' Choice Awards
Top 48 Destination Spa Resorts in the World: Readers’ Choice Awards 2022
Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top destination spa resorts across the world—from Austria to India and beyond.
Air Travel
At These Airport Wellness Centers, Travelers Can Get a Flu Shot, Schedule a Workout, or Take a Shower
Treat, an airport medical and wellness brand, wants to make your layovers healthier.
Air Travel
I Flew in Delta's Revamped Premium Select Class—And Actually Got a Good Night’s Sleep
Delta's Premium Select class now has perks like a bubbles and bites service, more comfortable bedding, and roomier seats.
Destinations
Our Favorite Resorts in New York For a Last-Minute Getaway 
Everything you want, everything you need, within a couple of hours.
Rentals
The Best Places to Stay Near Rocky Mountain National Park, From Swanky Hotels to Woodsy Cabins
Geothermal pools, Victorian architecture, and the inspiration for ‘The Shining’ await.
Wellness & Spas
In Baden-Baden, Learning to Heal in the Style of German Aristocrats
One writer searches for a modern-day sense of wellbeing in the old-world spa destination. 
Spa Guide
The 11 Best Spas in Europe
The continent has abundant options where you can restart, relax, and reboot.
Inspiration
Why You Should Make Canada Your Next Wellness Destination
From a floating sauna on Vancouver Island to a 17th-century monastery retreat, these are six of the best wellness experiences across the region.
Women Who Travel
How to Make Your Wellness Vacation Actually Relaxing: Women Who Travel Podcast
A special episode of the Women Who Travel podcast, presented by BodyHoliday Wellness Resort, Saint Lucia.
Wellness & Spas
How a Visit to Nude Hot Springs Helped Me Confront My Fear of Aging
A day spent bathing among naked strangers helped writer Ashley Brooks become more comfortable in her own skin. 
Wellness & Spas
Where to Find Iceland’s Most Exciting New Geothermal Pools
From float therapy at the Blue Lagoon to forest bathing in the north, Iceland’s newest spa experiences offer a deep dive into the country’s bathing culture.
News & Advice
6 Tips for Letting Go of Your Phone on Vacation
It's not that hard to put your tech away on your next trip, we promise.
Places to Stay
7 Destinations Designed to Help Travelers Unplug
From a remote hideaway in Alaska to a wellness retreat in Germany, these places make it easy to put your phone down. 
Solo Travel
Is Travel Better Without Your Phone?
On a recent trip in Italy, writer Matt Ortile learns that traveling without a device brings both challenges and delights. 
Air Travel
Singapore Airlines and Golden Door Spa Are Bringing the Perks of a Wellness Resort to the Sky
One of the world's best airlines is teaming up with California's iconic Golden Door Spa. 
Inspiration
A Local’s Guide to Bali, Indonesia
Healer Tjok Gde Kerthyasa on his favorite hidden spots on the island.
News & Advice
The Rise of the Company-Wide Vacation
It's the latest effort to combat employee burnout. 
Destinations
What Our Editors Have Missed Most About Travel
Including Portuguese sunsets, hotel beds, and the only black dal worth eating.
Places to Stay
As Travel Returns, Wellness Retreats Are Focusing on a Major Luxury: Sleep
Programs dedicated to improving sleep aren’t new—but travelers’ need for them is more acute than ever. 
Wellness & Spas
These Arizona Hotels Are Redefining Wellness
The trend of mindfulness mixed with adventure is what we need coming out of the pandemic.
Wellness & Spas
The Best New Wellness Resorts in the World: 2021 Hot List
For the 25th edition of the Hot List—Condé Nast Traveler’s picks of the year’s top hotel and industry openings—these five winners represent the best of the best.
Places to Stay
10 Off-the-Grid Resorts and Hotels for When You Really Want to Escape
If you’re looking to get away, but still want to enjoy all the trimmings of a resort, head to these remote properties.
Wellness & Spas
13 Airbnbs That Feel Like a Trip to the Spa
Treat yourself at these relaxing rentals.
Wellness & Spas
Top 20 Destination Spa Resorts in the United States: Readers' Choice Awards 2020
Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top destination spa resorts in the United States.
Wellness & Spas
At Miraval Austin, Social Distancing and Wellness Go Hand in Hand
With spas adjusting to the new rules, Miraval Austin finds they're a boon to wellness programming.
Wellness & Spas
From Manicures to COVID-19 Tests: How an Airport Spa Brand Pivoted During the Pandemic
XpresSpa's new arm—XpresCheck—is offering gate-side tests for the virus and has big expansion plans.
Wellness & Spas
Miraval Berkshires Resort & Spa: First In
The luxury wellness brand launches its first retreat in the Northeast.
Wellness & Spas
Iceland Wants Travelers to De-Stress By Screaming
Recorded screams will be played in Iceland's abysses.
Wellness & Spas
11 Spa Weekend Getaways to Book
For when you need some serious self care.
Wellness & Spas
How Hotels Could Change After Coronavirus, From Private Spa Time to DIY Happy Hour Kits
Hotels will likely have less people, more privacy, and the cleanest rooms around. But beloved aspects, like the lobby bar, could disappear too. 
Wellness & Spas
15 Hot Springs Around the World That Are All About the Natural Views
These photogenic attractions have us bubbling with excitement.
Wellness & Spas
Fitness Classes, Yoga Sessions, and Spa Treatments You Can Stream From Your Favorite Hotels
From breathwork routines with Equinox to sleep tutorials with Six Senses.
Wellness & Spas
Ban.do Founder Jen Gotch on Anxiety and the Power of Mini Vacations
We chat about why traveling halfway across the country, two hours down the road, or even just to your bed are equally perfect vacations. 
Shopping
Nordstrom's Black Friday Sale Has Begun—Here Are the Best Deals for Travelers
Shop cashmere sweaters, Tumi luggage, and La Mer skincare.
Destinations
The Wild Interiors, Cerulean Blues, and Winding Rivers of Fiji
At the crossroads of the South Pacific, Fiji is a nation of lush, colorful settings and locals whose warmth knows no bounds.
Style & Culture
On Location: ‘Bones and All’ Is the Next Great American Road Movie
Lifting the curtain on some of the season's most exciting new releases.
Shopping
Alicia Keys Travels to Connect With the Women in Her Life
The Grammy-nominated artist just released an Athleta collection.
Destinations
41 Best Hotels in Rome, From Art-Filled Palazzos to Upscale Hostels
Our favorite places to stay in the Eternal City.
Shopping
28 Best Winter Coats for Women to Keep Warm This Season
Bundle up in style with these parkas, puffers, and wool coats.
Ski & Snow
6 Best Vermont Ski Resorts for Fresh Powder and Picturesque Peaks
Winter is the perfect season to visit the Green Mountain State. Here are the best of the best when it comes to Vermont ski resorts.
Shopping
The Best Women's Winter Boots for Snow Days and Ski Trips
Cold weather doesn't stand a chance against this footwear.