Trends in vacations and wellness after Covid.

Lumina Retreats, a luxury wellness retreat provider founded by Luminary Wellness, a company specializing in health and wellness consulting and management, conducted a survey among its clients to gauge their needs and preferences in the areas of body, mind, and spirit care and wellness travel, with the aim of designing suitable retreats for the future. With over 2,000 participants, the results reflect current trends in the Vietnamese market.

Notably, 85% of those surveyed stated that they had never participated in an intensive wellness retreat. This indicates significant potential for the growth of this service in the future.

The era of self-care is upon us.

The spread of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020-2021 led to months-long periods of social distancing, forcing people to change their lifestyles and habits to adapt, and simultaneously altering their perspectives on life values. Many realized the importance of self-care and also dedicated more time to their inner world. When asked what they wished for to achieve a more balanced life, 26% of survey participants indicated they wanted more joy and relaxation in their daily lives, and 17% wanted to focus more on spiritual and mental development.

Healthy nutrition and nutritional knowledge are also of great interest to many people. However, guests also shared that they have little time to learn about or cook healthy meals due to their busy schedules. Healthy cuisine, rich in fruits and vegetables, or vegetarian options are factors that guests consider most when choosing a relaxing vacation; 95% of guests want to have nutritional education during their holiday.

Vacation – where will you go?

72% of survey participants still choose resorts that suit their needs and budget, ranging from 3-4 star resorts to high-end 5-star resorts, for their personal or family vacations. Other trending options such as camping, glamping, and intensive treatment courses received fewer votes.

Up to 85% of survey participants had never attended a wellness retreat. When asked about what they wanted to experience, 35% wanted nutritious, healthy meals, meditation sessions, and activities in nature. Visitors preferred activities that combined personal care treatments with group activities. Healthy food and knowledge were also top concerns, along with mindfulness activities such as yoga and meditation. Importantly, the natural environment was essential for a truly relaxing experience, completely detached from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Recognizing the novelty and potential of the wellness tourism industry in the domestic market, Lumina has designed different levels of wellness retreats focusing on body, mind, and spirit.Wellness Spectrum) tailored to each client's different wellness needs and experiences; from Relaxation & Inspiration, to Transformation and Intensive. Each journey is designed to guide clients through each step of transformation, helping them unlock their full potential.

Family, friends, or a lover?

Globally, solo travel is quite popular. However, domestic tourists seem to favor family and group travel more. 37% said they prefer traveling with family, followed by 33% who choose to travel with their significant other. This information helps Lumina and other tour organizers design suitable programs with more group activities while still allowing travelers to explore their inner happiness.

Over 50% of those surveyed said that the biggest difficulties they face in family and romantic relationships are finding ways to better understand, love, and care for each other, as well as not having enough time for loved ones. Within families, the generation gap also makes effective communication between parents and children difficult, especially in a traditional society that prioritizes harmony over individual expression.

Relaxation and wellness on a luxury cruise ship.

The concept of wellness retreat is still relatively new to most Vietnamese tourists, therefore this type of tourism has great potential for future development. Lumina Retreats is a pioneer in designing and organizing high-end wellness retreats suitable for a wide range of customers.

Currently, Lumina Retreats offers two 3-day, 2-night wellness retreats on luxury cruise ships: the Halong Wellness Cruise in the tranquil Halong Bay, and the Mekong Wellness Cruise cruising down the abundant Mekong River. These two retreats, at the Relaxation & Wellness level, are ideal ways for guests to learn about wellness, evoking joy through exciting activities amidst vast nature. On these journeys, guests can enjoy a relaxing vacation while simultaneously learning about wellness through engaging activities such as yoga, meditation, health and nutrition workshops, and self-discovery, as well as sightseeing. These activities help relieve stress, allow guests to fully immerse themselves in the free and open environment, regain balance, and recharge with renewed energy.

If you're looking for a luxury cruise vacation for yourself or your family, this innovative wellness retreat could be a truly memorable experience.

The next two vacation itineraries organized by Lumina will set sail this year:

Halong Wellness Cruise: November 4-6, 2022

Mekong Wellness Cruise: December 16-18, 2022

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