Prolonged stress can cause feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, depression or a lack of motivation as well as anxiety over life's demands. This, in turn, can weaken the immune system with physical effects such as headaches, nausea, insomnia and fatigue or stomach and digestive issues if left untreated. It’s important to recognise the signs that you are burning out such as stress, exhaustion, anxiety, overwhelm and brain fog and allow yourself the time to take a step back and focus on rest and replenishment.
A burnout recovery retreat can allow you to practice self-care in a safe and supportive environment. With the guidance of experts, a retreat can offer you tools and strategies in managing stress, activities such as yoga and meditation to rebalance the mind and rejuvenating treatments to relax and restore.
We've carefully selected the best anti-stress and burnout retreats in the world that will offer you that rest and relaxation you crave.
AUSTRIA: Mandira Ayurveda Resort and the Burnout Prevention programme
Set in the tranquil Austrian countryside, this retreat is the perfect spot to disconnect and reconnect while immersing yourself in peace and nature. Your stay will be tailored to your needs with a variety of Ayurvedic treatments and relaxation techniques to help guide you through this holistic wellness experience so that you can return home feeling refreshed and inspired.
GREECE: Euphoria Retreat and the Balance and Recover programme
Take a moment for yourself to reconnect with your emotional and mental wellbeing in this spiritual setting in the foothills of the Peloponnese. Energy healing treatments and meditation classes will rebalance the mind while a private yoga session will allow you to learn new tools and return home feeling healthier and happier.
INDIA: Veda5 Wellness Retreat and Spa and the Rejuvenation and De-Stress programme
Surrounded by coconut trees, mountains and lake, Veda5 Wellness Retreat and Spa in Goa offers a restorative wellness experience for anyone wishing to heal, cleanse, relax, revitalise, restore balance and embrace holistic wellbeing. Your stay will be filled with traditional Ayurveda treatments, yoga, meditation and an Ayurvedic diet to allow you return home with the tools you need to live a more balanced and healthy life.
THAILAND: Kamalaya and the Basic Balance and Revitalise programme
This luxury wellness sanctuary offers an immersive and transformative experience for those looking to escape the daily stresses of life. The programme has been designed to calm the nervous system, replenish energy, and support recovery from burnout with the guidance of naturopaths, Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners and Life Enhancement Mentors to aid you in identifying and addressing stressors in your life and provide practical techniques to restore your mind-body balance. Allow your mind and body to relax and return home feeling lighter and mind and body.
ITALY: Preidlhof and the Transformational Healing programme
Find true health and happiness in the hills of South Tyrol at this luxury destination spa retreat. Dedicated to cultivating self-reflection, healing and relaxation, personalised integrated healing massages will include ancient methods such as TCM, Hawaiian or Zen Shiatsu to synergise the mind and body. Boost your wellbeing in the 6-floor sauna tower or discover health and happiness in the classes including forest bathing, sound healing, mindful walks and laughter yoga.
SRI LANKA: Sen Wellness Retreat and the Bespoke Retreat
Located on the southern coast of Sri Lanka, this stylish and ethical wellness retreat offers a true haven of relaxation and restoration. Detoxify your mind and body with tailored Ayurvedic treatments and yoga classes overlooking the treetops. Sound baths and meditation classes allow for deep relaxation and healing while WIFI is only available in the common areas at lunch and dinner allowing you to truly disconnect.
THAILAND: RAKxa Wellness and Medical Retreat and the Rest and Reset programme
This luxury wellness and medical retreat combines the latest medical science with holistic traditional therapies such as Ayurveda, Traditional Thai and Chinese Medicine to offer guests a 360 degree approach to wellness. Allow your tension to be released from the mind and body with healing treatments including Marma and sound healing while medical treatments using advanced technology will strengthen the immune system.