The 2026 Women’s Health Travel Awards

Spanning seven-day Caribbean trips to month-long expeditions through Southeast Asia, Seabourn offers voyages for every type of ocean traveler. Its smaller ships carry roughly 250 to 600 guests and are known for attentive, personalized service. Wellness offerings are extensive: Expect a full spa with massages and facials, an ocean-view gym, and daily fitness classes on most cruises. Some ships also feature “The Retreat,” a dedicated outdoor wellness space for lounging and spa-inspired relaxation. Select voyages also include holistic offerings like sound baths and mindfulness sessions. Off the ship, shore excursions range from cultural tours to hikes, snorkeling trips, and nature walks.

Sailing through the Mediterranean and beyond, Viking’s latest ship, the Vesta, pairs cultural discovery with a slower, more reflective pace of travel. Ports of call like Istanbul and Ephesus in Turkey, and Rhodes, Crete, and Athens in Greece anchor the journey, with expert-led excursions that bring civilizations spanning thousands of years to life. Days often include plenty of walking—through ancient ruins, coastal towns, and historic villages—before returning to Viking Vesta’s elegant, thoughtfully designed interiors and private-balcony staterooms. Service is warm and attentive: The crew quickly learns guests’ names, remembers preferences, and makes small but meaningful adjustments throughout the voyage.

Miami’s cruise giant just opened its newest and most exclusive beach destination in Nassau. The Royal Beach Club Paradise Island is a choose-your-own-adventure vacay, with areas designed for families, bachelorette crews, retirees, and anyone chasing their preferred vibe. It’s a playful switch-up from the line’s usual mega-ship spectacle, leaning into what feels like a day-party dreamland of seaside lounging, free-flowing drinks, and ocean dips. You can Calgon-take-me-away poolside, beach like it’s your job à la Ken, or fist-pump at The Floating Flamingo, billed as the world’s largest swim-up bar. Between sun-bathing sessions, check out the ships’ spa and fitness centers, which offer Technogym-equipped gyms, outdoor tracks, sports courts, and rock-climbing walls.

Princess Cruises’ newest ship brings big energy to life onboard. At the heart of the ship, a soaring glass piazza is a social hub for drinks, live music, and people-watching before the night’s entertainment begins. The Princess Arena features a configurable stage and shifting LED screens that transform for each show, hosting everything from Cirque-style acrobatic performances to musicals with constantly changing backdrops. At The Dome—a sweeping glass venue inspired by the terraces of Santorini, Greece—guests can watch aerial performances beneath the stars. Between shows, spa time, pools, and ocean-view balcony staterooms, it’s easy to imagine this ship as the ultimate girls’ getaway at sea.

Every year our editors step onboard a Virgin Voyages ship, and every year the brand finds a new way to surprise us. You’ll still find the wellness staples: free fitness classes from HIIT and spin to yoga and bungee workouts, plus The Runway, the cruise’s signature red track for sunrise miles at sea. Its wellness setup goes deeper than most cruise lines, with a sprawling gym that spans multiple studios and a full thermal suite at the spa, complete with hot sauna and cold plunge circuits. Our favorite new program is Radiance, a sunrise silent disco that starts with breathwork and builds into a full-on dance set above the water.

Slowing down comes naturally at this luxe ranch tucked into 6,600 secluded acres of mountains, forests, and meadows. Guests spend their days horseback riding, fly fishing, hiking, or snowshoeing across the property’s vast landscape before unwinding at the spa, where treatments range from seasonal recovery rituals to massages in a restored Conestoga wagon. The ranch also hosts retreat-style programming—from cycling gatherings to culinary weekends—offering new ways to connect with the land. End your day with fireside drinks at the Silver Dollar Saloon or a long soak in your cabin’s clawfoot tub.

This eco-lodge, sitting on a 1,500-acre reserve in Costa Rica’s San Bernardo Lowlands, is all about outdoor adventure. You can hike canyon trails and visit the property’s thermal river, where volcanic-warmed, mineral-rich waters create a natural soaking experience. For a dose of adrenaline, a dramatic canyon zipline sends riders soaring high above the river below. Back on property, a spa, yoga classes, and guided nature walks offer slower ways to recharge. With just 38 bungalows tucked deep into the forest, mornings might start with a walk to the outdoor shower and the distant call of howler monkeys echoing through the trees.

Nestled among Quintana Roo’s premiere aquatic adventure park, Xcaret, is this adult-only all-inclusive that caters to travelers seeking elevated relaxation. Lounge by the resort’s infinity pool, which juts dramatically out into the Caribbean Sea, savor cuisine inspired by different regions of Mexico at one of four upscale restaurants, or hit the spa, with a signature hydrotherapy circuit and treatments inspired by Mayan rituals. When your stress has been adequately melted away, check out Xcaret itself, where you can zipline, off-road, or take an underground cave tour available only to La Casa De La Playa guests.

Our fitness team has visited this retreat multiple times, and each stay is a reminder of why it remains one of the best wellness destinations in the country. The experience is highly customizable, with tailored programming that can focus on everything from sleep and stress management to midlife health and menopause support. Between pickleball clinics and guided hikes, guests can take advantage of one of the best destination spas in the country, along with an expansive fitness center. Set on a stunning estate in Lenox, the property’s rustic Berkshires charm and peaceful forest trails will help guests detach from their hectic lives.

Some hotels feel like a portal to another world. This desert spa retreat just outside Santa Fe is one of them. Spread across 77 acres of high desert, the property centers on the simple ritual of soaking in spring-fed thermal pools tucked among trees and gardens. You can pass the time with yoga classes, spa treatments, and fresh meals at the Blue Heron restaurant. One of the most joyful stops is the resort’s Puppy Patch, where guests can spend time playing with adoptable rescue dogs between mineral soaks and slow desert afternoons.

Asheville has a long history as a restorative, healing destination—the cool mountain air provides a sanctum within the Blue Ridge Mountains. At the center of that legacy is the Biltmore Estate, built by George Vanderbilt as his country manor on more than 8,000 acres. Today, that property houses a four-star inn with premium spa offerings and on-site pursuits like horseback riding, trail hiking, cycling, a winery, and so much more—not to mention the historical appeal of touring the manor and gardens. A stay is the perfect blend of nature, solitude, and pampering without ever having to leave the grounds.

There are no bad views from this luxury hotel’s perch atop the Serra de Tramuntana mountain range, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Watch the sun set over the Mediterranean Sea from the infinity pool to the north or gaze across rolling hills from the multi-level spa to the south. Reconnect with nature on a guided meditative hike, enjoy a farm-to-table feast at the olive groves on the nearby 500-year-old Son Moragues estate, or set sail off the coast. And for those who want to earn their rest and relaxation, take a bicycling tour through the mountains and find out why Mallorca is a global cycling destination for elite riders. But if you’d rather just stay in bed swathed in the hotel’s bespoke scent, created by local perfumers from the region's flora to invoke tranquility, we won’t tell.

City burnout? This century-old retreat about an hour and a half from Los Angeles makes it easy to disappear for a few days. The inn has been the social heart of Rancho Santa Fe since 1924, and the citrus groves, breezy patios, and garden paths still give the place an unhurried vibe. Mornings might start with yoga on the lawn, followed by a treatment at the Mila Moursi Spa (the massages alone are worth the trip). And because this is Southern California, the hotel also offers a longevity program with vitamin infusions and LED light therapy. There’s even an Erewhon partnership at the hotel, so your green smoothie habit doesn’t have to take a vacation.

Perched above the South Pacific, Rosewood Kauri Cliffs feels like your own private slice of coastline—rolling green hills that drop into dramatic cliffs, with panoramic ocean views at nearly every turn. The spa is tucked into native bush at the edge of a Totara forest, where treatment rooms open onto greenery and the ocean, and an indoor lap pool is wrapped in floor-to-ceiling windows. Days are best spent beach-hopping between the property’s three private beaches, walking the cliffside trails, or booking a massage after a long morning outdoors. Come evening, it’s all about sunset drinks and long dinners built around local seafood and produce.

One of Portland’s newest spa hotels, this urban retreat centers on a striking underground thermal springs complex. Guests move between three soaking environments, including the Conservatory, a plant-filled pool deck lined with loungers, and the outdoor Secret Garden with a sauna, hot tub, and cold rain shower. The highlight is the Sanctuary, home to Portland’s only underground thermal springs alongside a steam room and cold plunge. Upstairs, spa treatments and movement classes offer more ways to unwind before retreating to calm guest rooms furnished with natural materials.

You’re just two hours north of New York City, but when you visit Inness, it feels like you’re in another world. The rolling hills, the airy, light-filled cabins, the farm-to-table restaurant—it’s all like a really upscale adult summer camp. The newly -opened 7,000-square-foot spa, however, is an undeniable highlight. Its ISUN journeys, which include massage, aromatherapy, exfoliation, and body wraps will make it hard to peel your blissed-out bod off the table, and there’s so much more to try: Acupuncture, Reiki, fire cupping, reflexology, and facials are all on the menu. Book a few and spend some time in between lounging at the heated tranquility pool or dry sauna. You’ll never want to leave.

Calling all millennials—the dream of living out your best Gilmore Girls fantasy is alive and well at this country retreat in Connecticut’s super-scenic Litchfield County (the town of Washington is widely considered to be the inspiration for Stars Hollow). Grab the Lorelai to your Rory and check out Mayflower’s spa, The Retreat, where you could spend an entire day curled up in one of the cushion-y chairs that dot the light-drenched salon. Inspired by Mayflower’s idyllic surroundings, the spa’s signature therapies, like the Garden Scrub and Milk, Honey, and Lavender body treatment, are botanical based. This is your country, ladies.

The Spa at Camelback Inn is a unique and intriguing blend of old and new. A recent $24 million renovation brought the facilities into the current era, with a dramatic sanctuary overlooking the beauty of the Sonoran Desert and the resort’s famous eponymous mountain and an expansive outdoor hydrotherapy circuit featuring rainfall showers and jacuzzi jets. The treatments, on the other hand, are inspired by ancient rituals designed to detox, soothe, harmonize, or restore (you choose which path you’d like to follow). The Sonoran Rose Facial incorporates quartz crystals to foster positive energy while the Adobe Clay Detox body ritual harnesses the powers of indigenous ingredients. It’s an old-meets-new approach that’s refreshingly modern.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to step inside a gemstone? One visit to this spa will give you an idea. Inspired by Caymanite, a semiprecious stone found only in the Cayman Islands, the interior is all white-washed and earthy, setting a zen tone for what’s to come. About that: In addition to a standard menu of facials and massages, there are unique bells and whistles that take the experience out of the ordinary. Wellness coaches connect with you before checking in to design a bespoke spa experience. Every treatment table features vibroacoustic technology, which synchronizes vibrational massage with sound designed to support sleep, stress relief, or balance. And the Exosome Regeneration Facial is a first-of-its kind experience that combines high-tech skin care, device-based lifting, and massage.

Most spa treatments involve interacting with an aesthetician or masseuse, but Carillon Miami flips that concept on its head with “touchless” circuits that allow you to choose four solo therapies—the red light bed, for example, or sensory deprivation salt bath—and create your own personal day of wellness. Other cutting-edge options include the resort’s Somadome, a meditation pod that blends sound, color, and energy for deep relaxation, or the pain-relieving Avacen machine. Staying for longer than a few hours? You can enjoy the hotel’s other health highlights, such as smart beds that can be customized to your sleep habits, an on-site monthly farmer’s market, and a souped-up fitness center with Technogym equipment.

This intimate seven-room spa blends Anguilla’s serene setting with French beauty brand Guerlain’s luxe approach to skincare. Cap Juluca is known for its striking white Greco-Moorish villas set along the turquoise curve of Maundays Bay, and its spa reflects that elegance with limestone floors, pale wood furnishings, and emerald mosaic accents. One standout treatment, the Infinite Renewal ritual, begins with a facial cleanse and a sheet mask from Guerlain’s Super Aqua collection for deep hydration before transitioning into a rhythmic full-body massage using orb-shaped wooden tools designed to release tension. Afterward, guests can linger by the spa’s infinity pool and sun deck overlooking one of the most beautiful shores in the Caribbean.

Beneath the buzz of Leicester Square, this West End hotel hides an expansive subterranean spa. The space centers on a bathhouse-style pool lined with cabanas, alongside treatment rooms, a Technogym-equipped fitness studio, and a salon. Guests lounging poolside can book small recovery add-ons like LED light therapy masks or compression boots. A stop at the Refuel juice bar for smoothie bowls and protein-packed snacks makes it easy to recharge before heading back out into the city.

Just north of Copenhagen, this historic spa sits between the Baltic Sea and forest—and shows why Scandinavian sauna culture sets the standard. The expansive complex moves guests through a Nordic-style hydrotherapy circuit, with pools, saunas, a salt cave meditation room, and sensory sky showers. One standout experience is the traditional saunagus ritual, where a sauna master leads an aromatherapy-infused sauna session before guests cool off with a plunge in the nearby sea. Fitness classes are also part of the rhythm here; even a reformer pilates class taught entirely in Danish is surprisingly easy to follow.

In a town famous for its luxury wellness scene, this 44,000-square-foot spa still stands out. The interiors resemble a hidden desert canyon, drawing on the surrounding Sonoran landscape with red-rock stone, warm earth tones, and cascading waterfall features. Offerings go beyond typical spa fare, from acupuncture and singing bowl therapy to a packed schedule of fitness classes. The spa’s menu, developed with a registered dietitian, features nutrient-dense dishes designed to complement treatments and workouts. Plunge pools, a rooftop pool, and a eucalyptus steam room invite lingering.

Quite literally built into ancient caves and tunnels, this otherworldly spa winds through Cappadocia’s stone passageways, revealing wellness spaces around every organic twist and turn—from a full gym to a yoga and sound bath studio to a series of saunas. The highlight is a whimsical subterranean pool tucked inside a natural cave that feels straight out of a movie. As Cappadocia’s only cave spa, treatments lean into regional traditions, including a classic Turkish hammam ritual followed by a soothing massage, along with therapies that incorporate local herbs and natural ingredients.

Palm Beach has no shortage of glamorous spas, but this one delivers the kind of over-the-top pampering that makes you want to stay all day. The playful, pink-hued space feels especially decadent around the hot tub topped with a rainfall shower. Service is just as memorable, with attendants appearing out of nowhere to refill your water or champagne glass while you relax between treatments. Quiet lounges and garden spaces make it just as easy to unwind. The new Psammo Quartz Ritual cocoons your body in warm crystals for a touchless massage paired with soothing sound-bath elements that help melt away tension.

This recently renovated spa draws from St. Kitts’ past, with a striking replica of a traditional sugar mill at its center—now used for yoga, meditation, and sound healing beneath an open roof. Stone treatment rooms open to private terraces and plunge pools, making it easy to move between heat, water, and rest. New treatments include the Lemongrass Massage, which combines a custom massage with lemongrass inhalation inspired by a staple of Kittitian daily life, and the Sun Goddess Repair Facial, designed to calm sun-stressed skin and reduce inflammation after long days in the Caribbean heat.

In the middle of chaotic São Paulo, this spa feels like stepping into a secret jewel box. The dimly lit space instantly slows your pulse, starting with a waiting room filled with hundreds of quartz crystals before you even reach the treatment rooms. From there, the spa unfolds into intimate spaces for massages, saunas, yoga, and meditation, including signature Guerlain beauty treatments. One standout: a Brazilian feather massage created specifically for the spa that delivers a surprisingly soothing, sensory experience. Downstairs, a medical aesthetics clinic run by a plastic surgeon offers more advanced skin treatments.

This Austrian resort proves a great spa doesn’t have to be adults-only. Its massive 75,000-square-foot Mountain Spa is divided into separate zones for families with children and grown-ups. Parents can retreat to panoramic saunas and mountain-view pools, while the family spa features whirlpools and a five-slide water park kids will love. There’s even a dedicated baby spa with warm, shallow pools designed for the tiniest guests. Alongside standard treatments like massages and facials, the spa also offers junior wellness experiences, including a chocolate massage for kids.

When it launched in 2014, the concept of a wellness-focused hotel brand felt ahead of its time. Today the IHG brand includes more than 40 locations from New York to Austin, Texas, to Seattle. Every room has a small workout setup with travel-friendly gear like resistance bands, a yoga mat, and a foam roller. The hotel gym is also more robust than what you’ll find at most properties in this price range, with plenty of space and well-maintained cardio and strength equipment. Bathrooms feature rainfall showers, and dining options focus on balanced, nutritious meals designed to keep travelers energized on the road.

Just outside Atlanta, this historic inn sits within Serenbe, a wellness-focused community surrounded by preserved forest and wildflower meadows. Guests have easy access to miles of wooded trails for walking and running, along with activities like horseback riding, canoeing, and farm tours. The property also offers traditional amenities like a pool, spa, and gym. But the real draw is the setting: Serenbe was designed to prioritize connection to nature, with quiet streets, small shops, and organic farms woven into the landscape, making it an especially peaceful place to reset.

This stylish Portland, Maine hotel puts wellness at the center of the stay. Its Astraea Spa offers a wide range of treatments, along with contrast therapy suites, vibroacoustic meditation loungers, and yoga classes. In January, the spa expanded its menu with new offerings like an O2 facial and shorter treatment rituals. Wellness touches extend beyond the spa: the hotel’s bar, Five of Clubs, serves functional mocktails, while guest rooms are designed to promote better sleep with calming interiors.

Set in Austria’s Leogang Valley, Krallerhof blends alpine adventure with serious wellness amenities. The standout feature is the newly opened Atmosphere Spa, a striking complex designed to merge with the surrounding landscape. Inside, guests will find glass-walled yoga studios overlooking the Alps, expansive relaxation spaces, and a range of thermal experiences including dry saunas, infrared saunas, cold plunges, and ice therapy rooms. Just outside, an Olympic-length outdoor pool sits beside a natural swimming lake. Hiking, skiing, and other mountain activities round out the experience, making it easy to stay active between spa sessions.

On the northern coast of St. Lucia, this resort approaches wellness as a full program. Guests can fill their days with an extensive lineup of activities, from cardio classes, Pilates, and yoga to sailing, scuba diving, tennis, and archery. Signature workouts like the beachfront Beach Fit Bootcamp add a high-energy option. A daily spa treatment is included with every stay—an unusually generous perk even among wellness resorts (we recommend the Deluxe Coconut and Spice Combo massage). The on-site Wellness Clinic offers services like InBody scans, vitals checks, and physician consultations, adding a more clinical dimension to the typical beach retreat.

Tucked away in the Santa Monica Mountains, The Ranch gently nudges you to live in the moment, with daily hikes along magical ocean views and a morning wakeup to Tibetan chimes. Days revolve around exploration, whether that means learning about your body (through body composition testing, daily deep tissue massages, and meditation classes) or exploring the property on a garden tour. Guests stay in private cottages designed for a digital detox, with WiFi limited to the rooms. Plant-forward, farm-to-table meals allow you to enjoy hitting your protein goals, while a 3,000-square-foot training space has something for everyone, whether you’re into lifting or yoga.

Cozy New England charm meets New York sophistication in this bespoke Vermont inn styled after the legendary Carlyle and Gramercy Park Hotels. Set in the Green Mountains, it offers easy access to outdoor adventure year-round—from skiing in the winter to hiking nearby trails and taking a dip in Buttermilk Falls in warmer months (and your pup can come along for the fun as the Weston features multiple dog-friendly rooms). Back at the hotel, guests can unwind with treatments at the boutique spa or settle in for a meal at the French-inspired Left Bank restaurant. The Weston’s attention to detail extends off-property with the concierge’s curated adventures such as off-roading and fly-fishing at Lowell Lake State Park or glass-blowing classes in nearby Manchester.

Wellness here is approached as a lifestyle—physically, emotionally, and socially. Part hotel and part social club, the property centers around a lush courtyard garden and warm interiors built for long conversations and shared meals. It recently hosted its Saltgrass Wellness Retreat for guests and members, a multi-day gathering built around spa treatments (think: facials, infrared sauna sessions, and IV drips), yoga and Pilates classes, watercolor painting, human design chart readings, and sound baths. Many of those offerings are available year-round, making it a perfect spot for a girls’ weekend or a romantic getaway.

Newly opened in Costa Rica’s Bijagua region, this mountaintop eco-lodge centers wellness around nature, sustainability, and cultural connection. Panoramic views of the surrounding volcanoes and valley set the stage for outdoor experiences like naturalist-guided biodiversity walks, waterfall hikes, and horseback rides to nearby farms. Guests can also practice yoga in an open-air rainforest studio, where birdsong and the occasional hummingbird drift through the space. The multi-bedroom villas are designed for families and groups, each with expansive indoor-outdoor living areas and private plunge pools overlooking the landscape.

For travelers who love the idea of camping but prefer a real bed and chic surroundings, this glamping brand strikes the perfect balance. Guests stay in charming Airstream trailers, modern cabins, or Basecamp setups that pair an Airstream with a canvas tent, all outfitted with thoughtful design touches and cozy interiors. Each location centers around a lively Clubhouse where guests gather for morning coffee, evening drinks, and fireside hangs after a day of hiking or exploring nearby national parks. With outposts from Yosemite and Joshua Tree to Cape Cod and the Catskills—and a new Texas Hill Country location on the way—AutoCamp makes getting into nature feel a lot more comfortable.

Just outside some of Utah’s most iconic national parks, this newly opened resort drops you right into one of the most dramatic landscapes in the country—think black lava fields, towering red cliffs, and endless desert sky. Days here naturally revolve around the outdoors, whether that’s guided hikes through nearby Snow Canyon State Park or morning yoga overlooking the red-rock scenery. Back at the resort, the Tom Weiskopf–designed golf course—now hosting PGA Tour events—turns into an incredible stargazing spot after dark, with astronomers guiding guests through the night sky. When you’re ready to slow down, the spa offers plenty of ways to recharge, from sound baths to scalp treatments and even a hyperbaric chamber.

Fresh off an $80 million renovation, this downtown hotel goes all in on fitness. The standout is the 10,000-square-foot gym—one of the largest hotel fitness centers in D.C.—outfitted with Technogym strength and cardio equipment, Peloton bikes, TRX bands, and areas for lifting, stretching, and mobility work. Some rooms even come with Peloton setups, so you can squeeze in a ride without leaving your suite. For the price point, it’s hard to beat, especially if staying active is part of your trip.