Taking a break from reality for a few days with a wellness-led break can be an excellent antidote to looming meltdowns. With more people than ever struggling with the aftereffects of a high stress lifestyle, hit pause with these rejuvenating escapes
With recent mental health surveys showing that one in three are experiencing serious levels of stress or pressure, beating burnout has never felt more challenging. Gloomy weather, rising costs and work pressure seems to be an inevitable part of life in the UK – as does the negative effects of such factors. Taking a break from reality for a few days with a wellness-led break however, can be an excellent antidote to looming meltdowns. Pause, reset and hit ‘go’ again with these three wellness-led retreats and sporty getaways.
Battle business burnout with The Collective’s Debut Retreat at Thyme, Cotswolds
A pioneering new luxury retreat brand for female founders and women in business, The Collective on Retreat, will make its debut on 10th March 2026 at Thyme in the Cotswolds. The Collective curates transformative, luxury-retreats to rebalance, revitalise and reignite the mind, body and soul.
Designed for like-minded, brilliantly busy women seeking soft networking alongside a complete rest and reset; women will find deep connection at Thyme with The Collective this March – a space grounded in intention, rest, laughter and intuition.
Throughout their stay in this 5*, historic country estate, guests will experience expert-led movement classes, intuition workshops, sound healing ceremonies, deeply restorative treatments and space to exhale. Mornings begin with energising dynamic yoga and soothing sound baths, afternoons invite quiet moments, facials and massages and evenings will gently transition into thoughtful, conversation-led, candlelit dinners with a menu telling a story of the seasons.
On this inspirational retreat hosted by The Collective’s Founder, Claire Vero, leading practitioner, Rachel Richards, who warmly holds a welcoming space for everyone, from experienced yogis to complete beginners will guide attendees through yoga and breathwork. Rachel is driven by a genuine passion for helping women integrate positive practice into their daily lives.
Natalie Miles, Creator of The Intuitive Foundation, will lead a workshop exploring how intuition is a powerful asset in our professional lives. This session will cover navigating difficult decisions, building self-trust in leadership, and developing new skills for managing business challenges. Natalie will also help to ‘Activate Your Intuition’. Guests will learn more about harnessing the energetics of their business to create success by looking at what the energy of 2026 means for careers and Natalie will also excitingly channel for the group in this workshop. A believer that intuition is not mystical or exclusive, but a natural capacity available to everyone. Through her teaching, she becomes a “door-opener” for others to rediscover their inner truth.
A powerful sound-healing session will be led by Vadoma, a passionate practitioner and creative guide, devoted to helping people reconnect with themselves through vibration, voice and intention.
Guests of The Collective on Retreat will leave feeling utterly restored, rested and connected to themselves and each other with a beautifully curated goodie bag.
Intentionally, only a handful of retreats are curated each year and while each retreat offers its own unique experience, The Collective is anchored by five wellness pillars: Movement, Nurture, Connect, Enlighten and Restore.
Make it happen
Wallet: Prices start from £2,300pp for two nights and three days, sharing an Elegant Twin bedroom, Sole occupancy starts from £2,500pp in a Cosy Double bedroom.
How: Register interest for Thyme and book directly at welcometothecollective.co.uk
Where: Southrop Manor, Thyme, Gloucestershire GL7 3NX
When: 10 – 12 March 2026
Go for a spin with Off Grid In Motion, Catalonia
Pedal to the metal. Off Grid Girona, the new ten-bedroom rural open house set within a restored 17th-century masia in Catalonia’s Alta Garrotxa, today announces its first signature experience: Off Grid In Motion, a four-night retreat in partnership with Girona-based boutique cycling travel specialists Eat Sleep Cycle. The retreat takes place on 1–5 May, 23–27 July, and 9–13 October 2026.
More than a cycling holiday, the experience marks the launch of Off Grid Girona’s programme of hosted gatherings – immersive, small-scale retreats that bring people together around shared interests, place, and pace.
Set against the volcanic landscapes and ancient forests of La Garrotxa, Off Grid In Motion offers two simultaneous tracks: anOn Bike itinerary for intermediate cyclists and an Off Bike programme for non-cycling guests. Both groups come together for wine tastings, a DJ Set by Tom Middleton, communal pool-side dinners, hyper-local gastronomy, and restorative wellbeing sessions including yoga, sleep workshops, massage, and recovery treatments.
The retreat begins and ends in Girona, Europe’s most celebrated cycling hub, at Eat Sleep Cycle’s headquarters. Cyclists ride out into the hills, leaving smooth tarmac behind as the landscape opens into forests, mountain villages, and quiet roads. The final climb delivers riders to Off Grid Girona, tucked beneath the towering Mare de Déu del Mont, where the pace slows with the hotel’s quiet invitation to switch off. Daily guided road rides explore the region’s most scenic routes, with a choice of long (average 100km) and short (70km) options, rated intermediate (2/4).
Non-cycling guests follow a parallel programme of activities designed to immerse them in the local culture and natural landscapes. Highlights include guided hikes in La Garrotxa Volcanic Zone Natural Park, ratafia workshops, cooking classes, andcultural visits, ensuring everyone enjoys a full and enriching experience.
Make it happen
Wallet: Off Grid In Motion starts from €1,899 per person for cyclists and €1,399 per person for non-cyclists. Based on two sharing and including four nights’ accommodation on a full board basis and all activities. Flights, airport transfers, and bike hire not included.
How: For bookings and more information visit offgridcycle.com
Where: Catalonia
When: The retreat takes place on 1–5 May, 23–27 July, and 9–13 October 2026.
Help the whole family keep fit with Windjammer Landing Resort and Residences, Saint Lucia
Whilst not technically a dedicated retreat, Windjammer Landing Resort and Residences has added to its abundance of family-friendly experiences with their new ‘Family Fitness Escapes’ package. Incorporating a blend of elevated experiences with energising activities, all within the comfort and privacy of the resort’s spacious villas and beachfront surroundings, this new package is the ideal way to reinforce family bonds and make new and exciting memories together.
With something for everyone in Saint Lucian paradise, families can indulge in teen wellness offerings and relaxing yoga sessions specifically tailored towards children, or unplug with a screen-free itinerary designed by the resort’s digital detox concierge. Families can learn new skills together with island-inspired cooking classes, and tap into their competitive sides with beach olympics and football matches.
Any spare time in the day can be spent paddleboarding, kayaking, snorkelling, playing tennis or embarking on daily excursions to explore Saint Lucia’s rich cultural heritage. To enhance their stay even further, guests can opt for private swimming lessons, tennis clinics, family sunset cruises to spot dolphins and sip mocktails, or take part in a memorable, bespoke photography session.
Make it happen
Wallet: Windjammer Landing Resort and Residences offers offers Hilltop 1 Bedroom villas rates starting from $972/night USD on a B&B basis or starting at $1321/night USD – for a premium all-inclusive (kids 11 and under eat for free).
How: For more information and reservations, visit windjammer-landing.com
Where: Saint Lucia, Caribbean
