If you’re considering going on a retreat in order to get some relief from addictions, chronic stress, chronic illnesses or for assistance with weight loss, there are many wonderful retreats around the world that offer excellent programs at prices that aren’t very expensive. This guide gives you an overview of five of the best programs around the world, and you can choose the one that will best assist you with the goals you’re looking to achieve.
Ayurveda Health Retreat
The 8 or 12-day intensive program offered at this retreat is geared toward helping to jump-start any weight loss plan. If you’ve been having trouble losing weight despite strict dieting and exercising, this program is for you. This particular retreat is $2,800 – $3200, depending on which type of room you choose, private or with a roommate. Aside from your accommodations, rates include:
– Delicious vegetarian cuisine or juice fasting
– All snacks and meals.
– Energizing fitness walk or hike each day.
– Daily pancha karma treatments for 2½ hours.
– Ayurvedic weight loss consultation and follow-ups.
– Yoga and meditation classes.
Ayurveda Health Retreat also offers several other programs: 2 different weekend retreats, a 3 or 5 day wellness retreat , a 30-day less intensive retreat as well as a few others. The center is located in North Central Florida, and for more information, you can contact them at: 1-800-411-6997
Zamorin’s Ayurvedic Health Retreat
Located in Central Kerala, South India, near the temple town of Guruvayur and the Cultural town Thrissur, this unique retreat specializes in helping people achieve relief from numerous chronic diseases such as autoimmune diseases, obesity, chronic allergies, male impotency, infertility, chronic skin diseases, back aches, heart disease, as well as illnesses caused by stress like hypertension, ulcers and high cholesterol. People come from all over the world, and a majority of those who come to Zamorin’s Ayurvedic Health Retreat leave greatly improved. The treatment package includes:
– Free airport transportation from Cochin / Calicut.
– Full accommodations.
– Meals as prescribed by the Ayurvedic dietician.
– Medical check up, counseling and monitoring by expert panel of doctors. Rates depend on how long of a stay you’re interested in, 7, 14, 21 or 28 days and start at 475 euros, which is equivalent to $677 in U.S. funds. For more information, go to:zamorins.com
The Island Adventure
Located in Brazil on a breathtakingly beautiful island just off the coast of Rio de Janeiro, called Ilha Grande, this retreat offers a 7-day program designed to relieve stress and detoxify your body. You will participate in yoga, meditation as well as outdoor exercise, yoga and meditation along with a natural diet that has spectacular health and healing benefits. You must contact them about their rates, which includes transportation, lodging, meals and a personal trainer to accompany you on all of your activities. Contact them at: +1 347-416-6517.
Canyon Ranch
With locations in Tucson, Arizona, Miami Beach, Florida and Lenox, MA, these beautiful health retreats offer numerous personalized health and healing programs that you choose from. Choose from programs to assist with stress relief, management of chronic illnesses, weight loss, and much, much more. Some of the healing techniques used at the ranches include: Reiki, lavish spa treatments, acupuncture, and a great deal more. They are currently running a special until December, which would entitle you to receive free airfare to the ranch in Arizona. There are also many specials offering savings for bringing a companion, such as a friend, your mom, or someone else. For rates and more information, go to: www.canyonranch.com/
The Body Holiday
Located in lovely St. Lucia, in the Caribbean, this spa focuses on rejuvenation, fitness, and relaxation using six different programs, including Ayurveda Ecstasy from South India, Detox Today and Rejuvenate Tomorrow, Sinus Treatment Synergy, Sleep Restoration, Balinese Exotic Indulgence and Body Renaissance. Included in each program is: unlimited use of spa facilities, all meals, all beverages, including premium brands of alcohol and wine, fitness and relaxation, spa treatments, land and water sports, golf, tennis, a welcome party, evening entertainment, and taxes and gratuities are included. For more information about rates and to reserve, contact them at: thebodyholiday.com.
