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Wellness Retreat in Croatia

The Croatian islands of Hvar and Lošinj stand out as prescriptive wellness destinations, offering more than just a holiday – they provide a pathway to enduring well-being.

The annual wellness industry is growing at a rate of 8.5 per cent annually and is predicted to reach $7.2 trillion in 2025. Hvar, celebrated as the “Healing Island,” and Lošinj, affectionately known as “Vitality Island,” leverage their abundant natural resources, sunny climates, and wellness-focused heritage to deliver transformative experiences. 

Maslina Resort on Hvar combines mindful luxury with tailored therapies, helping guests reconnect with their inner balance and improve their sleep. Meanwhile, Lošinj Hotels & Villas integrate the island’s exceptional air quality (known for having the healthiest air on the planet!), aromatic flora, and expert treatments into bespoke wellness journeys. These experiences are designed not only to enhance the well-being of guests during their stay but to equip them with skills and a renewed sense of vitality that carries over long after they return home, meeting the growing demand from UK travellers for meaningful and lasting benefits from their getaways. 

MASLINA RESORT

Maslina Resort on the Croatian island of Hvar offers a comprehensive wellness experience that embraces the island’s rich healing heritage and Mediterranean lifestyle. Known for its lavender and deeply rooted in Hvar’s centuries-old reputation for health and recuperation, Hvar Island has thrived as a health sanitorium and natural healing destination. 

Pharomatiq Wellness Centre:

Nestled among pines, herbs, and olive trees, the spa offers transformational treatments such as: 

  • Sleep Therapy: A restorative 3-4 day programme that includes customised environments and sleep-focused mindfulness practices that teach relaxation techniques before bedtime to decrease stress. The programme uses the many benefits of yoga nidra and meditation, relaxing treatments and amenities, wellness therapies, nutrition advice, low-intensity training, and sleep-focused mindfulness to establish sustainable sleep patterns.
  • Lavender Dreams: Surrounded by fields of swaying lavender, Maslina Resort revels in the therapeutic benefits of abundant plants. A signature experience harnessing the therapeutic properties of local lavender, aromatherapy and massage to relieve stress, muscle tension, and mental fatigue The lavender-infused atmosphere deepens mindful breathing and meditation, wrapping guests into a sanctuary of tranquillity and calmness.
  • Sound Therapy: Sound Therapy is one of the healing therapies fully integrated into Maslina’s wellness offering. The restorative power of sound has been recognised since ancient times. Guided by Tibetan bowls, tuning forks, and gongs, sound baths promote relaxation and reduce anxiety.  A non-contact treatment under the guidance of Maslina’s expert brings guests to a deep meditative state where the sense of reconnection is expanded, awakening the body’s subtle energy flow to reach deeper levels of peace and relaxation.

All of Maslina’s wellness packages are intensively focused on lasting results and incorporate practices like mindful breathing and aromatherapy into everyday life.

LOŠINJ HOTELS & VILLAS 

The Croatian Island of Lošinj has the healthiest air on the planet and is referred to as ‘The Island of Vitality’, it is home to the luxurious Lošinj Hotels & Villas group, which offers an exceptional array of wellness treatments carefully designed to rejuvenate both body and mind. It is a haven for wellness, offering treatments inspired by the island’s pristine environment. 

Therapies from sea, soil, and air 

  • Sea-Tox Therapy: Harnessing the power of the Adriatic Sea and local botanicals to cleanse and revitalise the body. The Sea-Tox therapy typically includes movement-driven activities that stimulate circulation, and targeted spa treatments utilising seawater and marine extracts. This detox programme cleanses the body, reduces inflammation, and promotes cellular regeneration. Packages are available for three, seven, or 14 days.
  • Lymphatic Drainage: This gentle massage technique aims to stimulate the lymphatic system, promoting the body’s natural detoxification processes. Advanced treatments as well as manual lymphatic drainage may incorporate cupping techniques to enhance fluid movement; specialised rollers to break down cellulite; and marine-based products to boost circulation, reduce water retention and bloating, and improve skin texture. 
  • Holistic Experiences: Holistic Experiences that can be incorporated into everyday life – even if you do not have a pine forest nearby! Guided forest bathing sessions allow guests to immerse themselves in the island’s pine forests, promoting relaxation and stress reduction (you can achieve this on a nature walk at home). Floating massages and tailored wellness journeys integrate nutrition, fitness, and relaxation practices. Guests are introduced to techniques they can incorporate into daily life for stress reduction and relaxation. 

The award-winning Bellevue Spa offers Customisable Wellness Journeys with nutritional consultations, fitness assessments, and tailored treatment plans providing guests with the tools and knowledge to continue their wellness journey long after they leave the island. 

EVERYDAY WELLNESS INSPIRED BY CROATIA

While individual treatments at Croatia’s leading destinations of Maslina Resort and Lošinj Hotels & Villas are unique to each, many of the principles can be adapted for everyday use:

  • Practice mindful breathing and aromatherapy inspired by island flora.
  • Incorporate sea minerals and Mediterranean diets into daily routines.
  • Engage in outdoor activities to foster a natural connection and reduce stress.

The wellness programmes in Croatia offer a unique blend of traditional therapies and innovative techniques. By harnessing the healing power of the Adriatic Sea, local botanicals, and cutting-edge spa technologies, they provide guests with fresh experiences that can inspire lasting changes in their approach to health and well-being. 

The demand for truly exceptional wellness retreats is set to continue its growth path, and Croatia is perfectly placed to be at the forefront of each new development.

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