5 best adults-only luxury resorts and retreats to escape to for peace and relaxation – from Fiji to the Himalayas
From India’s Vana retreat to Fiji’s Likuliku Lagoon Resort and Post Ranch Inn in Big Sur, California, the world’s best child-free retreats beckon
For quiet time away where the focus is on you, consider a child-free holiday that promises lazy mornings, relaxing romantic dinners and as many sneaky cocktails as you please.
Vana, Himalayas, India
All technology off? Negativity at the door? Organic pyjamas on? Welcome to Vana retreat in India, a world leader when it comes to mindfulness and self-reconnection, so it’s a no-brainer that it’s a child-free zone. On arrival guests are prescribed a personal wellness plan based on Ayurveda, Chinese and Tibetan medicine. Days are spent enjoying ancient spa treatments, yoga, meditation, movement and delicious healthy cuisine. Hiking and tennis are also available for those wishing to dispel more energy, although remaining supine is big on the schedule with guests encouraged to focus on quiet introspection.
Post Ranch Inn, Big Sur, California
Post Ranch Inn in Big Sur, California may be an adults-only escape, but once here you’ll be hard pressed to bump into another human of any age. Wonderfully secluded by the natural splendour of dramatic forest and wild flowers, you can totally disconnect in gorgeous recycled redwood rooms where the TV has been swapped for vistas of the sparkling ocean. Relax by the three heated pools, rejuvenate with an in-room massage or go whale watching. Dining here is tailored to be romantic and à deux. Sierra Mar restaurant sits atop the cliffs and offers exquisite local dishes and an award-winning wine cellar. The best bit? You won’t be woken up early by little people, so go ahead and enjoy that extra glass.
Qualia, Whitsundays, Australia
