Cutting-edge longevity retreats for a new lease of life

Since ancient times, people have dreamt of discovering the elusive Fountain of Youth. While these healing waters are no more than a myth, some of the world’s leading wellness experts offer the next best thing: longevity retreats that harness a combination of science-backed techniques and traditional healing therapies. 

With their personalised treatments and luxe accommodations, these wellness sanctuaries will have you feeling younger in no time. 

Chenot Palace Weggis, Lucerne, Switzerland

Situated on the serene shores of Lake Lucerne, Chenot’s flagship resort brings together first-rate hospitality and state-of-the-art medical spa facilities. The Chenot Method^® blends advanced diagnostics, clinically tested treatments, personal training and tailored nutrition to boost your health span. Guests who sign up to the resort’s Prevention & Ageing Well programme will undergo a series of tests, from an analysis of biomarkers that indicate your rate of ageing to a bio-energetic screening of vital organs. 

A detoxifying diet customised by the in-house nutritionist complements a wide array of treatments, including massages to improve circulation, mud wraps to soothe the body, hydro-jet sessions to firm the skin, and whole-body cryotherapy to reduce inflammation. Then there’s the restorative power of nature: go for a swim in the lake or join a guided hike to keep fit while taking in the picturesque surroundings. 

Want a change of scenery but the same Chenot experience? Check out the wellness brand’s other resorts in Italy, Montenegro, Morocco and Azerbaijan.

Canyon Ranch, Tucson, US

Relax and recharge at this desert getaway in the foothills of the majestic Santa Catalina Mountains. Tucson’s Canyon Ranch has a dedicated Longevity Center, which hosts a four-day, all-inclusive Longevity8^™ retreat . The programme encompasses eight pillars of a happy, healthy life, from fitness, strength and mobility to nutrition, sleep and mental and emotional wellbeing. 

Extensive one-on-one consultations and diagnostic tests identify ways to optimise your health, while outdoor activities add a dash of adventure. For the spiritually inclined, Canyon Ranch offers meditation and mindfulness sessions to help you attain a sense of balance as well as a Spiritual Wellness Provider who can help guide you on your journey of self-discovery.

Canyon Ranch also has resorts in Lenox, Woodside and Austin, plus day spas in Las Vegas and Dallas Fort Worth.

Revīvō Wellness Resort, Bali, Indonesia

Lush gardens, secluded terraces and tree-lined pools make for the perfect setting in which to unwind at this Balinese haven. Revīvō’s on-site Vitality Centre offers a variety of “advanced longevity and regenerative therapies” as part of its Vitaō programme; these include Intermittent Hypoxia-Hyperoxia Training (IHHT) – a form of metabolism-boosting breathing therapy – detoxifying infrared sauna sessions, and pulsed electromagnetic therapy for deep repair of joints and muscles. 

For a holistic healing experience, head to Revīvō’s spa for a range of treatments that draw on traditional techniques, such as the Ayurvedic Shirodhara massage or the Balinese coconut body wrap. Don’t forget to book an Ultimate Anti-Ageing Facial, which will leave your skin glowing.

Kamalaya Koh Samui, Thailand

This island getaway was voted Asia’s most innovative wellness experience in the Cathay Members’ Choice Awards 2024, and for good reason. Kamalaya Koh Samui’s all-inclusive retreats integrate functional medicine and ancient Asian healing therapies for a comprehensive approach to optimising your health, with nourishing meals complemented by Traditional Chinese Medicine and IV infusions. Guests can choose from a selection of 19 wellness programmes , including revitalising treatments at the dedicated Longevity House . 

Invigorate your senses with a Marma point massage – an Ayurvedic technique that stimulates the body’s energy pathways – or a 90-minute session in a hyperbaric oxygen chamber. Kamalaya’s Radiant Bliss programme is just for women, with treatments targeting the effects of menopause and perimenopause. No matter what your wellness goals are, a stay at Kamalaya will have you feeling completely rejuvenated.

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