It’s called The BodyHoliday, and it’s a luxurious resort famous for whittling waists, improving serves, teaching new skills and helping guests stay active on holiday. Sound like a health farm? Think again. This luxury wellness resort is dedicated to improving the wellbeing of everyone that stays here, whether that’s with top-notch cuisine or pampering treatments for mind, body and soul. Read on to find out more about the incredible range of things to do at The BodyHoliday, without a Lycra-clad gym instructor in sight.
LEARN NEW SKILLS
If you’ve always wanted to try something new, a holiday is the perfect time. Whether that’s learning to scuba dive or sailing, the warm, blue waters of the Caribbean are the perfect place to give watersports a go. There are plenty of land activities to try too, from the more obscure (fencing, archery, tennis) to golf. The beautiful northern coastline is criss-crossed by a network of trails, and with experienced guides to show you the way it’s a great time to get back into cycling on the resort’s selection of excellent mountain bikes.
MEET LIKE MINDED PEOPLE
You may come to The BodyHoliday with your better half, friends or even alone if you’re keen for some restful solitude, but no one leaves the resort without making a few friends. Whether that’s the cheery, helpful coaches and staff or fellow guests in your classes, when you’re in paradise the good mood is infectious. One of the best ways to meet new people is to check the resort schedule and book group classes and activities which encourage teamwork and conversation: a morning walk to Pigeon Island or an introduction to sailing is likely to involve more time to chat than say, a furious session of spinning or a beginner’s snorkelling class!
FEEL YOUR BEST
The saying at The BodyHoliday goes: “give us your body for a week and we’ll give you back your mind.” Whether you want to slim down, tone up, recharge frazzled batteries or just spend some time with a loved one, feeling your best comes from many sources. Perhaps you’ll kick-start a fitness regime (in paradise, no less), or work on improving your diet with the resort’s nutritionist, or simply get your skin in tip-top condition at the spa. Mental health is also hugely important here, so mindfulness and meditation classes sit alongside traditional wellness like yoga and pilates.
DINE LIKE A CELEBRITY
Why work so hard improving the outside while filling up on junk food? While many holidays include some room for indulgence, The BodyHoliday puts emphasis on health as well as pleasure in each of its five restaurants. With a team of world-class chefs, mixologists and sommeliers on hand, you’ll dine like a supermodel – though with bigger portion sizes! – on five-star cuisine. There are no rules on what you can and cannot eat, and the team are well-versed on specialist diets such as coeliac or diabetic. Much of the food is sourced from the resort’s organic garden, and those who are serious about rebooting their diets can work with a specialist nutritionist during their stay.
CHALLENGE YOURSELF
For those who laugh at gentle yoga or have conquered their fitness goals, The BodyHoliday’s Adventure Programme is a sure win. You’ll find yourself trekking through rivers, hiking in the rainforest or up mountains, viewing hidden parts of the island (with a guide on hand, of course). For serious adventurers there are island quadrathlons (cycling, running, abseiling and kayaking) to encourage your competitive streak, or rock climbing and extreme mountain biking.
GET AN INSIGHT INTO YOUR HEALTH
With a team of experts on hand, why not take advantage of the science on offer and find out more about your long-term health? The BodyHoliday’s range of sports science consultations are the ideal way to get a snapshot of what your body needs, or what lifestyle changes you might need to make. You could learn how to heal your gut or balance digestive issues with the nutritionist, assess your performance with a former athlete, or become more aware of your lifestyle with a range of assessments and consultations.
ACHIEVE A GOAL
Many of us strive to drop a few pounds so that we look and feel our best, but if weight loss is your ultimate goal then starting your journey at The BodyHoliday is an excellent idea. Surrounded by experts and with support from knowledgeable staff, a retreat is designed to get you looking and feeling your best so you can return home with all the tools you need to continue a healthier lifestyle. There are a number of retreats to choose from: detox, weight loss, Ayurveda, mindfulness and yoga.
EXPLORE A BEAUTIFUL ISLAND
While you work on being your best self, enjoy spending time on St Lucia and discovering some of the incredible facets of this diverse island. You’ll be working out with views of paradisiacal white sand beaches, swimming in crystal clear waters and dining on delicious cuisine while enjoy sea views, and heading outside the resort is positively encouraged. Take part in guided walks and climbs to see the island’s natural beauty, or get to know its people on a cultural excursion.
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