Wellness

Take a dip ... the grand Roman baths at Friedrichsbad.

Germany

Wellbeing's bottom line

Wearing nothing more than a locker key, Michelle Wranik takes the waters of Baden-Baden's Roman-style baths.

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Kamalaya Wellness  Sanctuary and Holistic Spa Resort, Koh Samui,  Thailand.

Thailand

Detox with decadence

When the stress levels are rising, what's a girl to do but submit to a week of indulgence in a sanctuary devoted to wellbeing, writes Harriet Upjohn.

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Time and space ... on deck at Split Apple Retreat.

New Zealand

Mind, body and luxury

With the help of the resident doctor, Max Anderson finds the ingredients for longevity at a high-end lodge.

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Malaysia, Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat. Meditation cave.

Retreats

Divine restoration

Beyond the ashram, Megan Johnston discovers the growing number of places worldwide devoted to inner calm.

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All natural ... a gardener picks fresh, organic vegetables at Gwinganna.

Queensland

The red-carpet detox

From tai chi to tahini balls, Shelly Horton finds that celebrities know how to relax.

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Budding cooks ... students take tips from the winery and retreat's chef.

South Australia

Chapel Hill Winery & Retreat

I HAVEN'T made toffee for decades - not since my mother and I slaved over a hot stove, pouring gooey liquid into paper patties for the school fete.

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Simple pleasures ... a street in Sapa.

Vietnam

Retreat to the hills

Rob McFarland slows to the pace of old Vietnam high in the northern mountains.

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Downtime at Yoga Ashram.

Spiritual retreats

Waiting to exhale

Some of the most peaceful getaways are in our backyard, writes Erin O'Dwyer.

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