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In recent years, alongside the increasingly popular trend of wildlife tourism, a new type of tourism has emerged and attracted considerable attention from many travelers: wellness tourism. In fact, the Global Wellness Economy Monitor 2018 predicted that this wellness tourism market would reach a value of approximately US$919.4 billion by 2022. This demonstrates that it is one of the hottest tourism trends in the world.
Especially after a long period of "fighting" the Coronavirus pandemic worldwide, everyone surely wants to immerse themselves in peaceful spaces and experience health exercises to both regain inner peace and prepare their bodies with the most positive energy.
There are many popular health tourism destinations, such as Bali (Indonesia), Arizona (USA), Hakone (Japan), Koh Samui (Thailand), etc. However, some places don't often appear on lists of the most popular health tourism destinations precisely because of their "tranquility," despite offering excellent services. These places are truly for those seeking peace and quiet away from the hustle and bustle.
Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Known as America's "sin city" with its lavish casinos, Las Vegas, the entertainment mecca of the United States, seems to be trying to change its image in a more wholesome way in the eyes of tourists.
In addition to world-class spas and retreats and luxurious wellness services, Las Vegas is seeing a rapid growth in juice bars, yoga studios, fitness centers, and meditation classes.
The Mandarin Oriental Hotel is a prime example of this shift, investing in a luxurious traditional sauna. Beyond the sauna, you can also visit Red Rock by Well & Being. Located 16 km west of Las Vegas, this place will help you overcome stress and negativity with violin meditations performed by renowned artists.
Bloomington, Indiana, USA
It may be hard to believe, but you can absolutely explore Mongolia and Tibetan meditation culture right here in Bloomington, USA.
A Buddhist center called the "Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center," spanning 360,000 square meters, was built here as a place to preserve and disseminate the history and culture of Tibet. It was established in 1979 by Thubten J. Norbu, professor emeritus of Indiana University.
Throughout the year, the Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center hosts numerous workshops, courses, and ceremonies related to Tibetan and Mongolian culture. Visitors can practice yoga with monks or experience and observe prayer rituals to find inner peace. Highlights of the site include the Kumbum Chamtse Ling Temple, along with its butter sculptures and other works of art.
Scotland
Scotland may be famous for its whisky, but its healthcare services are what you should really experience. To treat conditions like stress, diabetes, and heart disease, doctors in Shetland, Scotland, will prescribe a special regimen that includes: strolling on the beach, gazing at the sky and land, enjoying the drifting clouds and the tranquility.
The Knockinaam Lodge in southwest Scotland even inspires guests with its "Relax and Restore" service. Guests can take a stroll and enjoy the sea breeze, then experience healthy meals with ingredients and cooking methods that are good for their health.
In addition, visitors will also find luxurious spas offering treatments inspired by Ayurvedic medicine – the traditional Indian system of medicine – or visit the village of Portavadie to enjoy pure, healthy Scottish seaweed.
Dolomites, Italy
While famous for its hiking trails, the Dolomites offer a much deeper and more worthwhile wellness experience. For over a century, the Dolomites have been renowned for their "grass bath" method. Visitors simply lie on herbal mats to receive therapeutic body treatments and feel rejuvenated in spirit.
The air in the Alpe di Siusi mountain range offers a truly pure and "cleansing" quality for the body. Therefore, many adventure travel companies organize wellness tours that combine exercise and wellness. Guests begin their day with mountain yoga, followed by hiking, and end the day with meditation or therapy in the evening.
Finger Lakes region, New York, USA
Spanning one-third of New York State, the Finger Lakes region is a truly unique wellness tourism destination. Here, you'll find one-of-a-kind treatments such as cuddling cows, horse therapy, or experiencing the absolute tranquility of a monastery, offering unforgettable experiences for your trip to America.
Other wellness experiences you can find here include traditional local spas that use indigenous ingredients like wine and maple leaves for exfoliation and rejuvenation. There are also outdoor fitness classes such as HikYoga and Snow-ga with certified yoga instructors.
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Cabo is known as a party paradise, but it's also home to many popular traditional wellness services. Popular wellness destinations include Montage Los Cabos, where therapists guide visitors through energy transformation methods; El Ganzo, which hosts moon yoga sessions; and One&Only Palmilla, offering ancient healing practices such as herbal smoke therapy and herbal body cleansing combined with deep tissue massage.
In particular, at Grand Velas Los Cabos, some therapists use a stretching technique with Mexican shawls in contact with the skin to relax the muscles in the body. With so many options, what you'll get on this Mexican trip is a feeling of refreshment and enjoyment after a series of tiring days.
