The pandemic has brought the world to a standstill and the world experienced the biggest disaster of modern history. The pandemic forced people to change their lifestyle and adopt more wellness-inspired ways. It has also changed the way people travel. Remote and eco-friendly getaways have seen a boost in the past few months. People have started to look for ways to improve their mental and physical health even while they are travelling, leading to the rise of wellness tourism and health-focused vacations.
Wellness Resorts Are Offering Mindful Healing Programmes
More and more people now away from the urban buzz and escape to nature-inspired destinations. Medical tourism will also see a boom in the coming few months. Also, a lot of people may suffer from a post-COVID syndrome which may last up to six months after the infection which may be characterised by mental fog, occasional difficulty in breathing as well as digestive issues. Many wellness resorts are coming up with programmes to address this syndrome. The COVID-recovery programme comes with a nutritious diet and complimentary mindful and functional activities such as yoga and sound healing.
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India is the ideal place for wellness tourism and at the root of wellness tourism is Ayurveda and traditional medicines. pic.twitter.com/RzVnn7HQdO
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 12, 2021
Wellness Resorts Are Introducing Massage & Spa Therapies
Many wellness resorts are also introducing massages and spas to address work-from-home-related chronic pain issues. Many doctors and mental health experts have also been invited to the resorts to help people deal with depression, stress, and other issues. A survey by the Wellness Tourism Association found that nearly 78% of people across 48 countries said that wellness travel will be on their list of travel plans post-pandem. Ayurveda & Wellness Tourism To Be The Next Big Thing In Travel.
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— Health and Wellness Tourism, Baja California (@healthinbaja) May 12, 2021
Hotel Chains Are Expanding Their Wellness Offerings
Global key players in the tourism industry like Accor Hotels, Rosewood Hotels, Radisson Hospitality, and Hyatt Hotels are expanding wellness offerings and build new business models to meet the growing demand for wellness. They are incorporating spa experiences, fitness classes, and yoga sessions to allow guests to relax and rejuvenate. Rejuvenate At These 5 Wellness Retreats In India & Heal From The Pandemic Blues.
Given the demand for alternative medicines and holistic wellness treatments, travel destinations known for traditional medicines like Ayurvedic and detox therapies are seeing an increase in demand.
First Published: May 17, 2021 12:14 PM