For: Tranquillity and an absolute wind-down

The property: Between Da Nang and Hoi An, lies the tranquil Four Seasons Resort Hoi An (The Nam Hai). A flight from Hong Kong to Da Nang takes about two hours, and another half an hour by car to reach the resort. Its tranquil setting contrasts with bustling Da Nang, and the old town feel of nearby Hoi An.

Set in a lush coastal patch, the resort boasts several wellness initiatives at its The Heart of the Earth Spa with pavilions surrounding a lake.

Their must-try signature ritual “Nam Hai Earth Song”, is a two-and-a-half-hour treatment that encompasses a sound and breath ritual, Vietnamese scrub and bath (with herbs from their own farm), a deep pressure massage with gem-tipped tuning forks, and a fully immersive sound bath.

Why go: Easy accessibility, short flight time and one of the best sound bath experiences close to Hong Kong.

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Revīvō Wellness Resort in Bali, Indonesia

For: Rejuvenating yoga and fitness

The place: A direct flight from Hong Kong to Bali takes about five hours. And the Revīvō Wellness Resort in Nusa Dua is a little over half an hour away by car.

For those seeking holistic wellness programmes, Revīvō has curated activities based on the notions of healing, mind training and self-awareness. Each retreat programme can be tailored to individual needs, or guests can opt for one of their regular three-day immersive offerings that range from emotional balance training and sleep well treatments, to detox and weight loss programmes.

There is an option for expecting mothers that helps them with “preserving skin tone, reducing stretch mark risks, lightening legs and brightening complexion”. The resort’s golf and Pilates retreat cater for those looking to improve their skills and posture.

The stand-out feature is their “Nutri” (Nutrifit, Nutrifit Premium, Nutriskin) programme, which analyses your DNA and puts together a plan to achieve nutrition and fitness goals based on your genetic make-up.

Why go: Focus on yoga and fitness, while offering tailored programmes for men and women – especially gratifying for a couple’s wellness getaway.

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Aman Kyoto, Japan

For: Healing and mindfulness

The place: Aman Kyoto opened in November 2019, and in true Japanese style, it offers outdoor and indoor onsen hot springs as part of the bathing facilities. The property is a one-hour drive from Osaka International Airport (or two hours from Kansai International Airport; 30 minutes from Kyoto station).

The Aman Spa is set within the property’s 29 hectares of permanent forest and three hectares of gardens. Despite the other Japanese cultural experiences on offer at the hotel such as visiting a traditional ochaya (teahouse), spending time with a geiko (Kyoto term for geisha) or a maiko apprentice, or playing ozashiki (referring to dinner games often with geishas), its shinrin-yoku or “forest bathing” offer (the healing art of “taking in the forest atmosphere”) may be what sets them apart from other luxury resorts in Kyoto.

Why go: Immerse in the mineral-rich, natural hot spring waters at the hotel, and learn Zen meditation from a local monk.

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Song Saa Private Island, Cambodia

For: Privacy and rejuvenation

The place: Being a private island, reaching the retreat is worth the journey. If privacy or total detox from the hustle and bustle of the city is what you are looking for, Song Saa Private Island might be just the thing.

The property is in the Koh Rong Archipelago and can be reached in 45 minutes by speedboat from Sihanoukville port. The nearest airport is Sihanoukville international airport (KOS), a 30 minute drive. To get there, you can fly in from Siem Reap International airport (45 minute flight), Phnom Penh International airport (40 minutes) or Don Mueang international airport in Bangkok (1 hour 40 minutes).

The retreat offers three wellness programmes: Refresh, Revive, Rejuvenate (most popular). From physical activities like paddle boarding, yoga and cooking classes, to detoxifying massages, the island provides all that is needed to return home recharged.

Why go: Ocean villa holiday overlooking emerald green waters and absolute detachment from the outer world makes this a perfect escape.

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Anantara Chiang Mai Resort, Thailand

For: Holistic treatment and culture

The place: Beyond the holistic spa package offered at the luxurious setting inside Anantara which involves a three-day indulgence of spa treatments, fitness classes and health diets, Chiang Mai on the banks of the Mae Ping River (and Thailand’s second largest cultural city) is a destination that offers a variety of activities outside the resort. The town is home to numerous spectacular temples and cultural centres, while also having a rich food scene. The jungle is only a stone’s throw away for those who like to venture out.

Within the three day programme offered at Anantara, guests can enjoy a relaxing herbal spa and other treatments on the first day, to ease them in. Day two comprises a private yoga class, after which a pampering session of detoxifying green tea scrub and wrap will make you feel rejuvenated. The programme escalates to more strenuous activities such as a fitness class option in aerobics, Muay Thai boxing, fit ball or stretching, followed by another spa treatment.

Why go: A tranquil place of luxury in one of Thailand’s most culturally rich cities.

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