Your mid-year wellness reset doesn’t mean a retreat with a rigid schedule — just the right villa and space to come back to yourself.
As Global Wellness Day rolls around, we’re reminded that taking care of yourself isn’t a trend or a resolution — it’s a return. A return to the body, to the breath, to the present. And, increasingly, a return to places that support this kind of slowing down.
In 2025, travellers are crafting more intentional itineraries and embracing the art of slow travel. According to Skift, 86% of global travellers say active and immersive experiences are key to their wellbeing. No longer satisfied with the same old luxury properties, today’s guests are seeking spaces to move, recover, and reconnect — and The Luxe Nomad’s curated villas are answering that call.
So where to begin your own mid-year reset? That depends on the kind of rest you’re craving.
Q: I’m always on my phone. How do I unplug without feeling deprived?
You don’t need to ghost the grid entirely — just go somewhere where nature makes you forget about it.
Try a surf session (or more) in Bali, where healing saltwater and beautiful sunrises take priority over screens. Many retreats now pair board sessions with breathwork and yoga, making it a full-spectrum reset. Check out the best surf villas in Bali for our next salty escape.
Not the most confident swimmer? Take to Phuket’s hiking trails. Trek these coastal jungles, and let hiking give you that post-sweat clarity without the overstimulation.
Q: I want to feel strong again. Where can I train and recover in luxury?
If you’ve fallen off your fitness routine, this is your cue to reset. Not in a gym, but in a villa designed to help you move, sweat, and restore.
The rise of adventure and wellness travel means more villas now come with fitness-focused amenities. Whether it’s yoga surrounded by lush forests or strength circuits overlooking the ocean, 2025 is the year to train hard and recover well.
In Koh Samui, Praana Residence offers its own Muay Thai ring, full gym, and a tennis court — with a private spa for the cooldown. In Canggu, Mandala Oasis blends sleek design with a pilates studio, sauna, and an ice bath.
Curious for more? Check out other villas in Asia where you can train like an Olympian.
Q: I’m craving calm. Like… nervous system regulation calm.
This is the year of the quietcation — and luxury wellness travel means less noise, more nervous system support.
Think: spas, onsens, saunas, and yoga decks tucked away in idyllic wellness villas across Bali, Thailand, and Japan.
If you’re craving stillness that’s also soulful, Bali’s retreat culture makes space for both. Roll out your mat and flow it out at any of the island’s best yoga spots, learn to make canang sari or participate in nearby melukat ceremonies at Nag Shampa Private Estate. For a deeper detox, try the sauna at a minimalist escape like Umalas Creek.
Q: I’m not looking for transformation. Just… restoration.
Perfect. Rest is the revolution.
In Japan, that might mean a private onsen in the forest at Tsubasa Chalet or journaling by the firepit at Corniche Hirafu, where the hush of alpine air is part of the healing. In fact, there are plenty of wellness properties in Japan that are perfect for any and every season – simply take your pick.
On Thailand’s Natai Beach, sprawling villa escapes like Sava Beach Villas offer wide, open spaces and 10km of unspoiled coastline. There’s no rush here — just waves, wind, and the whisper of a slower pace.
Wherever You Go, Go Gently
Your mid-year reset doesn’t need a checklist. Just a little space. A little silence. A willingness to come back to what feels good — and a destination that supports it. At The Luxe Nomad, we’re all for it.
“Travel is no longer just about getting away, it’s about coming back to yourself,” says Jean Nie Lim, Global Head of Guest Experience at The Luxe Nomad. “We’re embracing this shift by offering wellness-integrated stays that restore every aspect of being.”
Want to curate a wellness escape? Contact us at guestexperience@theluxenomad.com and let’s get planning!
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