Some of our cherished Neal’s Yard Holidays devotees recently told us they’d like to browse our new wellbeing holidays without too much fuss.

And why not? If you’ve been on a few of our retreats already, or if you’re simply pushed for time and want to know the latest destinations on offer, being able to see our new wellbeing holidays at a glance sounds like a pretty good idea. Of course, we couldn’t help but listen.

So, here are our latest worldwide retreats. Could one of these new wellbeing holidays be your next getaway?

From sunny Croatia to the jungle in Costa Rica, and from sub-tropical gardens in south Spain to a peaceful country retreat in Surrey – what appeals to you?

Costa Rica

Yoga and Soul Wellness Retreat near Montezuma
Stay at a peaceful jungle lodge set in beautiful flowering gardens within a private reserve next to Cabo Blanco National Park on the pacific coast with its wonderful beaches. This oasis has a swimming pool, jacuzzi, and hammocks to relax in.
Selected dates between 1 March and 6 December
From £890 per person for 6 nights. Single rooms available

Spain

Yoga Retreats in Almeria
“It’s location to the airport, beaches and walking distance to the local village all add to the sense of ease and let go.” Week-long yoga retreats for all levels organised by Huzur Vadisi.
Year round – in Almeria in South Spain
From £775 pp pwk in twin/double shared room. Single rooms available

Sri Lanka

Seaside Ayurveda Yoga retreat, Bentota
Newly built, nestled between the river and the Indian ocean, with lush green surrounds. Stay in individual cabanas, swim in the sea or pool. Personalised Ayurveda treatments, yoga, river cruises and Sri Lankan hospitality at its best.
Open year round – near Bentota at Sri Lanka’s west coast, 100km from airport.
From EUR1190, approx £1067 pp pwk in single room.

England, UK

Wellbeing Retreats in Surrey
Come for Yoga, mindfulness and meditation, Tai Chi and/or creative arts, weekends or midweek. Their massage therapist is offering a variety of treatments onsite. Find rest and renewal at Claridge House.
Year round – near Lingfield in Surrey
From £189pp for 2 nights, or £365 for 4 nights hb single ensuite room

Detox Yoga Weekends in the Cotswolds
Rest and rejuvenate on this idyllic English countryside retreat. Learn to prepare both raw and cooked food. Rina Golan teaches powerful yoga and breathing techniques, and offers nutritional and lifestyle advice to rediscover your wellbeing.
Selected dates throughout the year at idyllic country house near Stratford-upon-Avon.
From £295pp for 2-night weekend, shared room. Single rooms available

Remember – these are just some of our new wellbeing holidays. For more activities, retreat destinations, offers and old favourites, take a look at our website.

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Desperate for a break but can’t hold out for the winter holidays?

You don’t need to. Treat yourself to a last-minute getaway and get some much-needed time off by picking one of our November retreats – from relaxing weekends in the UK, to sunny shores abroad.

Choose between weekend, week-long, and even longer holidays, at home and abroad. And if you want to know about upcoming escapes beyond our November retreats, let us update you with our monthly e-newsletter – it takes just a few clicks to subscribe.

Relax in Somerset, UK
At the Manor House near Glastonbury you’ll get the chance to rejuvenate with yoga, meditation and pure relaxation at the hands of AdventureYogi. Got better plans for November? Didn’t think so.
11-13 November, from £295 pp, sharing twin room

3 nights of five-star luxury in Sussex, UK
Head to Arundel in West Sussex for a Chillout Retreat, a special winter-warmer weekend, with Pilates, yoga, meditation, walking, and festive nutrition and a raw-food workshop.
25–27 November, from £350pp, sharing twin room

Weekend away in rural Dorset, UK
As the darkness of November starts to engulf us, Mellulah Holistic Retreats offer healing weekends, yoga, country walks, wonderful vegetarian cuisine, heated pool, sauna, and much, much more.
11–14 November, from £399 shared twin room; single rooms available

Luxury Costa Blanca retreat
This all-inclusive, 6-night luxury fitness bootcamp for women only. Come a life changing natural detox and weight loss, for fitness and wellness at this award-winning retreat and spa, courtesy of the Ultimate Retreat Company.
9–15 November, from £898 for 6 nights in a single room

Swim with wild dolphins in the Bahamas…
… make new friends and give yourself the gift of an unforgettable experience with the help of WildQuest. But hurry – one of our most exotic November retreats is nearly full, so book asap.
6–12 November, from $1,995 pp for 6 nights, sharing double room

Save on Ayurveda in Sri Lanka
Like getting more for your money? Try out the West Coast Ayurveda Resort in November, and get 10% off full-board accommodation. And a re-energising experience worthy of our list of November retreats, of course. Book early, availability is already tight at this popular resort.
8–30 November, normal price from £793 pp per week

This rounds off our list of November retreats that will boost your wellbeing and give you the energy to face the festive season. As always, there’s loads more holiday-browsing to be had on the Neal’s Yard Holidays website.

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Guaranteed warm weather in much of Europe and beyond, and still a chance to cheat the rush by getting away before schools close… What’s not to like about summer retreats in July?

And with a great line-up of summer retreats, we’re sure to have the perfect getaway to help you relax – and potentially escape yet another wet July in the UK.

We give you yoga escapes in the beautiful countryside of the Surrey Hills, creative holidays in Spain, and a variety of detoxing getaways for a fresh start. And among our hand-picked summer retreats in July there’s something for the time-poor as well as those looking for a longer holiday. Dig in!

The short getaway…

• South Wales retreat: A combination of yoga and Ayurveda to help you truly unwind and relax. From £570 per person, full board for three nights, including treatments and yoga.

… and our longer summer retreats in July

• Chillout Retreat in blissful Mallorca: yet another one-off opportunity, from 17-23 July. Enjoy the island plus yoga, Pilates, meditation, detox food and juices, art, massage treatments and pool. From £649 for 6 nights, shared room.
• Tai Chi in the mountains of Southern Spain: 9-16 July. Come to explore and play tai chi! You’ll learn moves that free your joints, relax your muscles, engage your mind and fill you up with creative energy. From £650pp p/wk sharing room (singles available). And there are other activity holidays throughout the year at Cortijo Romero.
• ‘Mini Eden’ in Turkey: Yoga at Suleyman’s Garden near Dalaman comes with accommodation in traditional thatched huts and stunning sea views. From £645pp for a week.
• Ayurveda retreat in Sri Lanka: A top-class holiday on the south coast of Sri Lanka, with full body massages, herbal baths and steams, and rejuvenating scrubs. From £747 pp per week.

Can’t find what you’re after? No worries – here are more ideas for summer retreats in July.

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When summer gets going, the warmer sun and longer days help wellbeing retreats across the UK and Europe really come into their own. June summer retreats are some of the best.

Home-grown destinations have so much to offer. Whether it’s Ayurveda massages in Wales or yoga in Somerset, there are plenty of June summer retreats where you can immerse yourself in peaceful seclusion.

June is also perfect for European getaways. With the more expensive school-holiday season yet to start, you could make your hard-earned cash go a long way on June summer retreats in France or Spain.

And the blue waters of the Mediterranean and Adriatic beckon too. The coastlines of hidden Greek islands and secluded bays of southwest Turkey are ideal for relaxation and sunbathing, and it’s still not too hot in June to explore the local heritage and landscape. Making them ideal destinations for a June summer retreat.

Here is our selection:

June summer retreats near home…

• Ayurveda in Wales: head to South Wales to unwind and relax with a combination of yoga and Ayurveda. From £570pp for 3 nights.
• Raw Horizons in Yorkshire: Relax with Kundalini yoga, unwind with meditation, refresh and rejuvenate with healthy raw food cuisine, plus enjoy the hot tub and sauna. From £345pp for 2 nights full board.

…and the rest of Europe

• Yoga in south-west Turkey: Huzur Vadisi, one of the country’s best-known yoga retreats is waiting for you, nestled in a peaceful valley amongst olive groves near Turkey’s Turquoise Coast. An ideal place for a June summer retreat. From £535pp per week.
• Creative holidays near Toulouse: Get inspired with one-week holidays focusing on yoga, music, dance, cookery or art. From £590pp for one week.
• Luxury Yoga Retreat in Pelion, Greece: at the foot of the magical Pelion forest where crystal clear water laps rhythmically at the water’s edge. Enjoy vinyasa flow yoga and massages. From £790pp per week. – See above photo.

Fancy a trip further afield, or just need more ideas where else you can go this June? Then you find more in our calendar.

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We know, we know… It’s not quite Pancake Day yet, and here we are, posting ideas for an Easter retreat.

But then that’s how we’re wired over here at Neal’s Yard Holidays. Always looking ahead for the next bank holiday and the next chance to get away. And we figured we’re not that different from anyone else, so if we’re thinking about going on an Easter retreat then you might be too.

And what’s more the Easter weekend is early this year, 25-28 March, so planning your Easter retreat now is a good idea. Get your booking in and make the most of those bank holidays. Here are our tips for:

Easter retreats near…

If you are simply after yoga and relaxation then you can refresh and rejuvenate at Raw Horizons‘ spacious manor house in beautiful Yorkshire countryside. Soak in the hot tub and relax in the sauna. Wholesome food is served – so just sit back!
18–20 March, from £345pp for 2 nights inclusive

…and far

Well not so far, Italy beckons with the beautiful countryside, In Sabina, just an hour north of Rome. Sunflower Retreats offer daily yoga and a range of optional activities like cooking classes, Italian lessons, holistic treatments and even hot springs.
24–30 March, £565pp for 6 nights

Or escape to deeper warmth, and wake up to tropical bird song in Sri Lanka. Rejuvenate with a personal Ayurveda retreat, organic food, yoga and meditation.
March/April, from USD110pp pn (approx £74) for single room, fb, including treatments

Need more ideas for getaways around Easter time? Find out where else you can go this March and April. And you can sign up to our free e-newsletter for updates on wellbeing holidays we’ve got coming up.

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Red roses, heart-shaped chocolate boxes, expensive dining, mass-produced Valentine’s Day cards…

You get the picture. One of the most commercialised holidays of the year is just around the corner. Right about now you might be thinking about how best to shield yourself from the usual Valentine’s Day paraphernalia. Regardless of whether you are your own Valentine or there is a significant other in your life.

So we thought we’d help you reclaim February 14 and make the holiday your own. We’ve selected for you some of our favourite wellbeing getaways this Valentine’s Day. More than just an escape, they are sure to help you rediscover romance and time just for you.

Here’s our pick of holidays, to suit different budgets and with a great variety of activities.

Wellbeing escapes for a fulfilling Valentine’s Day

1. Luxury yoga retreat, West Sussex: Love yourself and escape on a five-star Valentine’s-weekend spa break. With holistic therapies and indoor pool. From £325 for 3 nights.
2. Ayurveda and yoga in South Wales: The right combination to help you relax and unwind, surrounded by ancient woods and beautiful countryside. From £495 for 3 nights.
3. Wellbeing yoga retreat in Oxfordshire: Nourishing yoga, meditation and massage in stunning, peaceful surroundings. From £265 for 2 nights.
4. Yoga holiday in Sri Lanka: Ready for some winter sun and yoga? No better place for it than the stunning Bentota Beach. From £725 for 10 nights.

And you can find even more February retreats and Valentine’s Day escapes on our website.

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Looking for a break close to home? – Here are a few of our favourite spots for UK holidays and retreats, just a train ride away.

If you’ve only got a few days to spare, there’s no need to waste precious time on tackling airport queues and foreign currencies. We have a wide selection of UK holidays, in beautiful retreats all around the country, where you can get away from your daily routine, unwind and relax.

In Dorset you can enjoy a long weekend of daily yoga, meditation and Kundalini sound healing at Mellulah Holistic Retreats.  A variety of activities are on offer at this tranquil farm in Milton Abbas, a stunning area of rural Dorset.

Scooting back to the beautiful north, treat yourself to a healthy weekend break (or longer) at Split Farthing Hall in Thirsk, a short distance from York and Harrogate. Life coaching, Kundalini yoga for all levels, meditation and guided walks are on offer, all designed to help you relax and revitalise.

If you really want to get away from it all, you’ll find a hidden gem surrounded by acres of private land and ancient forest in South Wales. Nature walks beckon and a selection of stunning beaches are just a short drive away. A combination of Kundalini Yoga and Ayurveda allows you to unwind and relax. An optional detox with juice-fasting can also be offered.

These are just a few ideas for UK holidays. We hope you find something you like. You can find more UK holidays and retreats on our website. Mention Neal’s Yard Holidays to receive exclusive discounts or treats on some of the above retreats.

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Don’t let the winter blues get you! Read our tips on where to go for January retreats.

January is a great month to travel. There are plenty of deals and cheap flights to be found – whether you’re looking for well-deserved sunshine and pure relaxation, or want help with your New Year’s resolutions.

Many of the Neal’s Yard Holidays and retreats offer detox programmes, so you’ll be able to rid yourself of festive excess and return home feeling well prepared for yet another year.

A yoga and Ayurveda retreat in beautiful South Wales will help you start the new year relaxed and rejuvenated. Join in daily yoga sessions, blow away the cobwebs with a walk in the ancient forest, and end your day with a soak in a hot tub. Detox programmes are available, and all food is vegetarian based on Ayurvedic principles and organic produce.

Pure bliss and relaxation wait for you at two of Neal’s Yard Holidays’ most popular retreats. South Coast and West Coast Ayurveda in Sri Lanka both offer top quality Ayurveda treatments including body massages, herbal baths and steams, and rejuvenating scrubs. You’ll enjoy delicious food prepared from fresh, local and, wherever possible, organic ingredients. Book early to avoid disappointment. You’ll feel a world away from wet and cold January in the UK!

For more January and winter holidays see our website.

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Wondering where to go for a retreat in February?
Here is our handpicked selection of the best holistic holidays for the month.

By February, the cold weather and short days are starting to catch up with most of us. Time to head for warmer pastures and stock up on some much needed winter sun. Both South and Southeast Asia are ideal destinations for this time of year – warm and sunny, but not too hot yet.

In fact the destinations are so popular for winter sun that it’s advisable to book before mid December or as soon as possible.

If a long-haul holiday is out of the question, there’s always the option for a short-break in the UK. A weekend of detox, yoga or meditation will leave you rejuvenated whatever the weather.

February retreats Sri Lanka:

Just as tranquil and relaxing, West Coast Ayurveda Resort in Sri Lanka allows you to discover the wonderful health benefits of Ayurveda. Enjoy synchronised full body massages, herbal steams and freshly prepared remedies, and yoga, right by a tropical sandy beach. Or stay at the popular South Coast Ayurveda Resort, nominated ‘Best chill-out resort’ by Harpers Magazine.

February short breaks in the UK:

Last but not least, you can recharge your batteries here in the UK.

In South Wales you’ll find a peaceful retreat surrounded by acres of private land and ancient forests. Enjoy yoga and Ayurveda treatments, and relax in the sauna or out-door hot pool after a country walk. Receive a 10% discount if you book before 15^th December 2013 for a winter getaway between now the end of February 2014.

For more February and winter holidays see our website. For travel tips and latest offers sign up to our newsletter.

Keep warm!

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Is the thought of dark, wet November days getting you down?
Want to recharge your batteries before winter with relaxing November retreats?

It’s the time to grab a winter holiday in the sun – and avoid high-season fares and rates.  Or just treat yourself to a rejuvenating weekend retreat in the UK. Here’s a choice of November retreats handpicked by Neals Yard Holidays.

In the warm winter sun of the Canary Islands, enjoy the unique Yoga, Pilates and Surf Holidays on Fuerteventura.  With white sandy beaches, set against a dramatic landscape of volcanoes, the retreats offers yoga, pilates and meditation classes.

If that sounds a bit too energetic, try the South Coast Ayurveda Resort in Sri Lanka – nominated best chill out spot by Harpers Magazine.  Offering some of the island’s best Ayurvedic treatments, it’s a “real pampering, a true healing experience”. 10% reduction until 20 December.

November’s your last chance this year to sail with WildQuest and swim with dolphins in the Bahamas.  Snorkeling lessons, daily sailings, coral reefs – and meeting dolphins, plus yoga and a free massage when you mention Neal’s Yard Holidays.

Then, on our doorstep, there’s a great choice of relaxing and rejuvenating weekend breaks. Two great yoga retreats are running in southern England by Chillout in Sussex.

This November, just enjoy chilling out – before the Big Winter Chill hits.
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Happy travelling.

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