If there’s a global silver lining to the previous few years, it’s a healthy nod toward travel. Not only are we rediscovering our favorite places, but when we arrive, unique and forward-thinking wellness programs await. Here’s what to keep on your radar next time you travel for a sun-soaked Caribbean escape with Classic Vacations—known for world-class accommodations with unparalleled service and exceptional privileges.
Why Now: The Turks & Caicos are fast becoming the leader in barefoot island luxury and Amanyara has set the bar when it comes to an integrated wellness approach.
Wellness Scene: Amanyara takes a holistic approach to wellbeing. The spa’s four treatment pavilions and yoga sala are complemented by a Pilates studio, Fitness Center, four tennis courts, a multi-sport field, and volleyball court.
Top Treatment: The Purifying Journey clears the skin and detoxifies organs to remove negative energy and focus the mind. The experience combines three treatments from the Aman Spa’s purifying pathway, beginning with a body scrub and wrap, followed by a full-body massage and ending with a cleansing face ritual.
Did You Know: Aman’s Wellness Concierges contact guests prior to arrival to outline options, ensuring you’ll select the perfect pathway to optimized wellness.
Why Now: Rich in hidden coves, pristine beaches, and reefs, COMO Parrot Cay is located on its own cay in the Turks & Caicos.
Wellness Scene: COMO Shambhala Retreat offers holistic, Asian-inspired treatments including Ayurveda, aromatherapy, Pilates, and island inspired healing.
Top Treatment: The Indonesian Massage uses a signature blended oil to help rejuvenate the body. Experts incorporate rolling and kneading strokes, providing a therapeutic workout and deep relaxation.
Did You Know: Expect a yoga room, nine treatment rooms, an outdoor Jacuzzi Garden, Pilates studio, double massage rooms, and Japanese baths—all in pavilions overlooking the North Caicos Channel and surrounding wetlands.
Why Now: A top stay in Antigua, Carlisle Bay is known for genuine West Indian hospitality.
Wellness Scene: A partner with ESPA, Cara Organic Beauty Spa encompasses a natural approach to wellbeing. In addition to unique facial treatments and restorative massage therapies, it also features holistic offerings, regular yoga classes, and intensive health retreats.
Top Treatment: Designed specifically for men, the ESPA Muscle Reliever is a multi-targeted massage—a powerful yet soothing treatment using personally selected oils and focusing on the back, face, and scalp.
Did You Know: Carlisle Bay’s restaurants allow you to indulge in style while staying healthy, serving locally sourced produce and ingredients from the chef’s own garden.
Why Now: Nestled along the eastern tip of the Dominican Republic, Eden Roc Cap Cana is the Dominican Republic’s only Relais & Châteaux member hotel, which means all senses will be elevated.
Wellness Scene: Eden Roc’s Lifestyle is an innovative program created to cultivate an atmosphere of wellness and relaxation. The goal? Teaching how incorporating wellness into everyday activities is a simple yet game-changing way of living.
Top Treatment: The Quirogolf Massage is an exclusive deep body massage performed with golf balls. It uses maneuvers based on four synergistic pillars: relaxing, warming the muscles, therapeutic massage, and improving flexibility.
Did You Know: Discover an eco-trail on mountain bikes, take a scuba-diving lesson, or simply admire a brilliant sunset on a catamaran sailing cruise—all are all in a day’s play here.