“It’s better to travel well, than to arrive.” – Buddha
The very essence of travel is healing. It takes us out of our daily routine, relieves stress, stimulates creativity and is even good for brain health. After traveling to 105 countries and working as an Acupuncturist-at-Sea in cruise ship spas, I know a thing or 2 about wellness travel trips or wellness tourism. Wellness Retreats, Digital Detox Retreats or Wellness Vacations are becoming more and more common. We all need that time away to reset and recharge in a therapeutic setting.
Sometimes, the healing comes from giving or volunteering abroad for a social cause. Or maybe you discover a medicinal herb at a botanical garden. There are no rules or limits to how travel brings wellness. Even more, you don’t need to travel far and spend a lot of money for a healing adventure. A road trip, day at the beach or walk in the woods can do wonders. During my travels, I always keep an eye open for how to turn travel into a healing experience, and these articles share this sentiment.
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26 Wellness Travel Trips
How to Plan for a Japan Cherry Blossom Season Travel Itinerary
Cherry Blossom or Sakura Season is the best time to visit Japan. However, catching the…
Fiji’s Tifajek Mud Baths and Kava Ceremony for Rejuvenation
An authentic way to immerse yourself in the Fijian culture is through the popular Tifajek…
Hong Kong’s Legendary Ko Shing or Medicine Street
https://www.flickr.com/photos/185512555@N02/50354284868/in/album-72157716019769927/ Being an American acupuncturist, going to Hong Kong’s Medicine Street aka Ko Shing Street…
Iceland’s Healing Blue Lagoon for a Spa Day & Health Benefits
The Blue Lagoon is one of Iceland’s most popular destinations, known for its healing wonders….
Rotorua, New Zealand at Hell’s Gate Geothermal Reserve & Mud Spa Tour
Hell’s Gate of Rotorua is the hotspot of New Zealand’s dynamic geothermal region. It’s the…
Fascinating Taipai, Taiwan Tea Tour with Locals and Health Benefits
In Taiwan the tea ceremony is a spiritual practice or meditation. Being in one takes…
Fascinating Salalah, Oman Frankincense Market at Al Haffa Souq
On the Frankincense Trail, Salalah is the ultimate destination to explore the healing magic of…
Life Lessons on Nepal’s Panchase Teahouse Trek: Paradise, Leeches & Breaking my Arm
Eagerly starting off on my first Nepal teahouse trek, little did I know that I…
Curacao’s Den Paradera: Native Herbal Medicine Garden Ecotours
Curacao’s Den Paradera is a gem, off the beaten path of popular tours. Amidst turquoise…
Curacao’s Curaloe Ecotours and Health Benefits of Aloe Vera
Curacao’s Curaloe aloe vera plantation offers sustainable ecotourism. When travelling in the southern Caribbean islands,…
Life Changing Nepal Walking Tour in Agricultural Communities
Imagine an idyllic setting a hundred years ago in traditional farmlands. There are no tractors,…
My Healing Pilgrimage to Shrine of Sainte Anne de Beaupre in Quebec, Canada
The Shrine of Sainte Anne de Beaupre is the oldest pilgrimage site in North America. …
What is Nepal’s Acupuncture Relief Project?
Volunteering for Nepal’s Acupuncture Relief Project (ARP) was one of the most joyous and rewarding…
American Acupuncturist Meets Nepali Patients, Part 1: Medical Interpreters & Hindu Customs
“Namaste, from the top of the world!” The radio speakers blasted at 8 am, outside…
Fascinating Fiji’s Dravuni Island Hike and Kava Ceremony with Locals
Experiencing a Fiji Kava Ceremony should be on everyone’s Bucket List. I got the opportunity…
American Acupuncturist Meets Nepali Patients, Part 2: Being Primary Care Practitioners
https://www.flickr.com/photos/185512555@N02/50201251707/in/dateposted-public/ Cupping Nepal’s rural Acupuncture Relief Project follows a clinic model, where Acupuncture Physicians act…
Key West, Florida Sponge Market Shopping and Health Benefits
Key West Sponge Market shopping is at the heart of a historical landmark, Mallory Square. …
10 Digital Detox Vacation Ideas for Rejuvenation
Sometimes you just need to disconnect from technology and reconnect with nature and your health….
American Acupuncturist Meets Nepali Patient, Part 3: Common Health Problems in Nepal
As one of Nepal’s Acupuncture Volunteers, I learned firsthand about health issues and care in…
A Healing Day at Kagoshima’s Geothermal Sand Spa
One of the most unique experiences of my life was getting buried in the Kagoshima…
Taipei’s Lungshan Temple & Herb Lane in Historic Manka District
https://www.flickr.com/photos/185512555@N02/50646170767/in/dateposted-public I set off for Lungshan Temple in Taipai, along with the nearby Herb Lane…
El Salvador’s Natural Indigo Revival for Ecotours and a Sustainable Future
El Salvador is making a comeback on the production of what the Mayans called “Blue…
Holistic La Fortuna – The Heart of Costa Rican Wellness Travel
Surrounded by tropical forests and volcanoes with geothermal hot springs is a wonderful blend for…
Treehouse Wellness Retreat at Earth Lodge near Antigua, Guatemala
When planning my trip to Antigua, I excitedly reserved my stay at the Earth Lodge…
Forest Bathing in San Francisco’s Muir Woods, Exploring the Unique Redwoods
The Redwoods of Muir Woods National Monument is the ideal day trip from San Francisco,…
Amazing Day at Taiwan’s Yangmingshan, Geothermal Spa and Yehliu Geopark
Taiwan’s volcanic landscapes & spas make wonderful day trips near Taipei offering wellness travel and…