A comparison of traditional leisure travel and structured wellness retreats to help you choose your next getaway.

While traditional vacations focus on relaxation through indulgence—fine dining, shopping, and entertainment—wellness retreats prioritize intentional rejuvenation. At a wellness retreat, your itinerary may include yoga, meditation, therapy sessions, and fitness assessments. There’s typically a structured approach to each day, with guidance from wellness professionals. You return not just refreshed, but often with new tools to manage stress, improve health, and achieve balance.

Written by: Care Retreats Editorial Team
The Care Retreats Editorial Team is composed of wellness researchers, travel writers, and industry experts dedicated to providing accurate, up-to-date, and practical information about retreats, wellness programs, and healthy living. Our goal is to help readers make informed decisions and discover life-enhancing experiences around the world.