5 self-care and wellness trends to adopt this year
In a world full of ups and downs and the constant hustle and hum of busy lives, it’s important to take a moment for yourself. Whether you want to sleep better, look better, or feel better, here are some of our favorite wellness trends over the past year.
Hotels that want you to get a good night’s sleep
Sleep tourism is a relatively new pocket of the travel industry — and a welcome one. It’s not easy getting a good night’s rest on the road, but some hotels are making it a priority to help you sleep peacefully, whether you’re traveling for work, fun, or a staycation. Our list includes places offering everything from mood boxes to smart beds.
Read more: Sleep hygiene on the road: 12 hotels with amenities for a better sleep
Sober vacations
Whether you're in recovery, sober curious, or just tired of dulled travel memories, you're part of a growing squad of individuals ready to experience fully present travel, surrounded by like-minded adventurers. We rounded up some sober tour companies and vacation ideas that let you stay clear-headed, energetic, and excited for sunrise yoga sessions, kayaking, cooking classes, and more.
Read more: Sober vacations can be fun AF (alcohol-free) with these travel companies
Menopause retreats
Researchers estimate that 1.1 billion women will have experienced menopause or will be postmenopausal by 2025. That’s a lot of midlife hormonal shifting! Menopause retreats are tapping into this demographic with immersive experiences held at wellness-focused resorts across the globe. Go to learn about the important midlife transition, meet like-minded individuals, or even learn about menopausal symptoms often overlooked.
Read more: Why menopause retreats are the next big thing in wellness travel
Elevated aufguss sauna experiences
Aufguss is where spa-going becomes entertainment, a sauna with a show that includes essential oils, rhythmic breathing, and quite an elaborate towel dance. Already popular in Europe — there’s even a worldwide aufguss sauna championship! — it’s gaining eucalyptus-scented steam here in the U.S. Here’s where to experience it.
Read more: Aufguss sauna, the next big wellness trend you need to know about
Yoga and wine pairings
Yoga and wine seem like opposites, but they're pretty similar when you think about it. They're both rather enjoyable pastimes that require being in the moment and tuning into your senses. In one, it’s all about your body, breathing, and movement; in the other, you focus on smell and taste. We found some favorite places where yoga and wine meet.
Read more: Namaste, wine lovers: Destinations where yoga and wine pair perfectly
This article originally appeared on 10Best.com: 5 self-care and wellness trends to embrace this year
