#wellness-retreat

#wellness-retreat

Touted as Japan's first full-scale spa and wellness retreat, Aman Niseko represents a new evolution of the brand's philosophy: blending architectural harmony, cultural authenticity, and holistic rejuvenation in one breathtaking destination. If Aman Tokyo introduced guests to urban serenity and Amanemu celebrated the spirit of Ise Shima's natural hot springs, Aman Niseko will bring it all together in a sanctuary dedicated entirely to wellness, isolation, and design-led tranquility.

Intrigued, I descended some 250 steps to find Kedara Water Garden thrumming with life. A majestic series of three natural spring-fed pools dotted with waterfalls, wooden daybeds, and gargantuan trees and palms appeared before me. Gede was spot on when he told me, "When I'm down there, I always feel the energy and tranquility. You're in the middle of beautiful Mother Nature, and you cannot compare it with anything else."

I also hadn't realised how much the sensory environment would matter. For me, clutter and noise can tip quickly into overwhelm. But the rooms here are simple and elegant, never visually busy. The soundtrack is waves and birdsong, not thumping bass. Even the spa, set in breezy open-air pavilions, felt like a sanctuary. I had an Ayurvedic massage so grounding I floated for hours afterwards, and a chiropractor session that fixed an issue I'd been struggling with for months.

In the ever-evolving landscape of wellness, inflammation has emerged as the latest term du jour, becoming a focal point in conversations about health, beauty, and longevity.

Forestis Hotel offers a luxurious escape in Italy's Dolomites, providing direct mountain views, access to numerous outdoor activities, and a focus on wellness and relaxation.

"We're not just a place to stay-we're a place to exhale. Our guests can wake up to sunrise over the Atlantic and end their day with moonlight over the water."

The wellness retreat helped me reset both physically and mentally, providing a transformative experience worth every penny of its $6,900 cost.