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resort’s The Tempayan authentic Balinese
restaurant and a choice of villa accommo-
dation. Positioned on the fringes of the art-
ists’ village of Ubud, Tanah Gajah creates a
serene ambience in which guests can focus on
holistic wellbeing and connections to nature,
culture and themselves. Conceived by Hendra
Hadiprana, Tanah Gajah is a serene hideaway
of 24 villas and suites adorned with unique
original Balinese artworks.
Launched earlier this year and set between
the vibrant blue skies of the Maldives and
the Indian Ocean’s azure waters, JW Mar-
riott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort is
a secluded sanctuary just 15 minutes from
Velana International Airport. Designed
for indulgence and reconnection, their 80
thoughtfully crafted private pool villas blend
eco-conscious design with uninterrupted
ocean views, spacious terraces and direct
lagoon access. Embark on a diverse culinary
journey across restaurants and bars, celebrat -
ing traditional classics, Indian Ocean fusion,
South American and Japanese-Peruvian fla-
vours. Savour ocean-fresh seafood, premium
steaks and island-grown ingredients from the
JW Garden. Rejuvenate at the overwater Spa
by JW, where exclusive treatments featuring
BABOR’s precision skincare products - offered
for the first time in the Maldives - bring a new
level of renewal. A haven for leisure and con-
nection, the resort offers enriching activities
and mindful experiences, ensuring every gen- 1
eration finds their perfect escape.
The five-star Minos Palace Resort in Crete, 2
a member of Bluegr Hotels & Resorts, proudly
opened the transformational Nao longevity
hub in May 2025. Nao is Greece’s newest
luxury wellbeing destination that offers a
revolutionary, evidence-based approach
integrating ancient healing practices with
advanced diagnostics and treatments. Situ-
ated at the heart of Minos Palace Resort, on
a secluded private peninsula with 360° views
of the Aegean, Nao is designed to inspire a
lifestyle evolution. Derived from the ancient
Greek word meaning “to flow”, Nao symbol-
ises harmony and continuous transforma-
tion. At its core lies a pioneering approach
to wellbeing, targeting the 12 Hallmarks of
Ageing - the key biological processes that
drive ageing - to guide guests in extending
both their lifespan and healthspan. Each Nao
journey is guided by the four foundational pil -
lars of wellbeing: Nutrition, Sleep, Movement
and Self-Mastery, each embedding interven-
tions that target specific aspects of the 12
Hallmarks of Ageing. Together, these create
an integrated path to wellbeing, addressing
physical, mental and emotional health with
precision and care.
Late last year, the 62-suite Forestis Hotel, offerings include a brine steam, bio sauna Scorpios Bodrum, a globally renowned 1. Jumeirah
on the slope of the Plose mountain in Italy, and textile sauna. Meanwhile, earlier this destination for creatives to gather and galva- Marsa Al Arab,
Dubai, UAE,
reopened following extensive renovation. A year they launched Yera, a fine-dining res - nise, has partnered with Dr. Jonathan Leary, 2. Tanah Gajah,
five-star mountain retreat, Forestis revealed taurant built directly into the mountainside. Founder and CEO of Remedy Place, the world’s Bali, Indonesia.
3. JW Marriott
new spa suites and treatments. Each of the But Yera is more than just a place to eat - it’s first Social Wellness Club®, to launch Aegean Kaafu, Atoll
suites has two treatment beds, a large round a full-sensory journey into South Tyrolean Awakening - a groundbreaking new retreat Island Resort,
Maldives
bathtub, relaxation area, steam bath and tradition. Created by executive chef Roland that marks the brands’ first-ever foray into 4. Forostis
shower. Spa facilities at Forestis include an Lamprecht in collaboration with Forestis destination wellness experiences, combining Dolomites,
Bressanone, Italy
indoor and outdoor pool filled with pure Plose owners Teresa and Stefan Hinteregger, the their shared well-being values of creativity, 5. Aegean
mountain water, a silent room and a Wyda subterranean dining space is a tribute to tailored discovery and education. Produced Awakening,
Scorpios Bodrum,
(yoga) area. There are four treatment rooms forest cuisine and a nod to the region’s early by KOBU, a curator of transformative retreats Türkiye
with Gharieni treatment beds and the spa inhabitants, the Celtic peoples, who once and experiential travel, the retreat will take 6. Third Space
has a Technogym-equipped gym. Thermal lived in harmony with the land. place between 9-14 September, at Scorpios City, London, UK
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