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The growing popularity of Eastern spirituality globally is helping many people become more aware of the connection between their body, mind, and soul. A vegan diet offers significant health benefits, especially when combined with meditation, yoga, and an active lifestyle. Following this trend, luxury yoga resorts are becoming increasingly popular worldwide, offering wellness services that are vegan-friendly. Below is a list of some of the best luxury yoga resorts in Asia, ideal destinations for vegans.
SwaSwara Resort, Karnataka, India
Surrounded by lush tropical forests in the southwestern Indian state of Karnataka, the SwaSwara resort is a secluded retreat, offering guests a peaceful escape from the outside world.
SwaSwara offers guests a perfect vegan menu, with dishes that are completely gluten-free. All dishes are prepared using organic ingredients grown on the resort's own farm to ensure the purest quality.
Additionally, SwaSwara offers a range of mind-calming activities such as meditation, yoga, chanting sessions, and cooking classes with the resort's culinary experts. The Ashtanga and Ayurveda lifestyle program, led by certified instructor Andrew Hillam, is a popular choice among guests. Those wishing to participate in yoga classes with experienced instructors can also register.
For travelers seeking more intense spiritual experiences, SwaSwara offers bathing and purification rituals. Visitors can also relax and unwind by visiting the nearby Om Beach or joining wildlife tours and kayaking trips.
The Farm Resort, San Benito, Philippines
The Farm at San Benito is a luxurious, holistic wellness and eco-resort located in Lipa, Batangas, just a 90-minute drive south of Manila. Nestled within a lush 48-hectare forest, The Farm is surrounded by stunning mountain scenery, offering fresh air and a pristine, positive energy. The resort has been honored with 60 prestigious international awards, including: World's Best Wellness Resort and Leading Health and Wellness Destination in the Asia-Pacific Region.
Guests at The Farm will experience an environment that nurtures all the senses, allowing them to find inner peace and radiate positive energy. Holistic treatments are provided by highly qualified doctors, nutritionists, therapists, chefs, yoga instructors, and fitness trainers.
And of course, nutritious, delicious, and visually appealing vegan dishes are also served here. The Farm grows its own organic vegetables to create vegan meals that have received many 5-star reviews from guests.
There is also a legend here about a 250-year-old mango tree with mysterious healing properties. This makes The Farm a popular tourist attraction for visitors from all over the world.
Ananda Resort, Himalaya
Ananda is a luxurious 40-hectare yoga resort nestled in the Himalayas, overlooking the Ganges River, near the towns of Rishikesh and Haridwar. Established in 2000, it is India's first and world's best wellness resort (according to The Telegraph) and is rated the world's number one spa (according to Travel + Leisure).
Ananda focuses on Yoga and Ayurvedic practices, combined with international spa treatments. There are over 80 spa treatments to enjoy at Ananda, each representing Indian Ayurvedic, Eastern, or Western wellness therapies. Visitors shouldn't miss the opportunity to experience therapeutic baths and soak in the refreshing plunge pools amidst meditation and fitness activities to relax the mind and rejuvenate energy.
The menu here is designed to suit individual preferences, with vegetarian and vegan options available upon request.
Como Shambhala Estate Resort, Bali, Indonesia
Nestled in the heart of tropical Ubud, Bali, Indonesia, Como Shambhala Estate is a resort offering the best holistic wellness experience in the region, and has won awards as a favorite destination chosen by Hollywood celebrities vacationing in Bali.
Como Shambhala Estate boasts stunning views of the majestic Mount Agung and features a unique architectural design that perfectly blends contemporary and traditional aesthetics. The building materials combine local stone, wood, and traditional alang-alang (traditional Vietnamese ornamentation), creating a visually captivating space. It's considered a haven of peace and quiet, a popular choice for Hollywood stars seeking relaxation after a stressful day.
What makes Como Shambhala so great is its holistic treatment methods and dietary improvements based on Ayurveda principles, a traditional Indian Hindu medical system. A professional Ayurvedic doctor will advise and adjust your current health condition.
Soneva Kiri Resort, Koh Kood, Thailand
Surrounded by lush greenery, vibrant tropical vegetation, and pristine white sand beaches, the Soneva Kiri resort on Koh Kood Island, Thailand, is sure to be the ideal destination for those seeking a relaxing and wellness retreat.
Soneva Kiri Resort comprises 29 villas and 8 secluded luxury beachfront villas, nestled beneath the canopy of a tropical forest. All are constructed primarily from bamboo and local wood, making them environmentally friendly and in line with Soneva's philosophy of slow living.
Visitors can visit the Six Senses Spa at Soneva Kiri, where expert therapists will provide relaxing, holistic wellness treatments. They also offer a variety of traditional Thai relaxation treatments, including herbal baths, mud massages, and silk facials.
At Soneva Kiri, guests can readjust their circadian rhythm through the "Sleep Well and Stress Reduction" program and participate in unique aerial yoga sessions.
With the Treepod Dining experience, guests can enjoy meals in bird's nest-like structures suspended high above the forest grounds. Guests are seated in a space resembling a birdcage, then lifted by a very sturdy and safe pulley system. The chefs are also happy to accommodate vegan requests and create a personalized menu for your entire stay.
