The Balearic Islands are an idyllic destination at any time of the year. White inland or fishing villages by the sea, hidden beaches and coves, trails that pass through lush pine forests and dizzying cliffs, each one with its own peculiarities, and all perfect for spending a few days disconnecting, especially now, when nature awakens from winter lethargy to show the bright colors of spring. It is a good time to let yourself be pampered by the sun's rays that heat up but do not burn, and feel like walking, feeling the fresh air on your face and filling yourself with vital energy.
They long for a different vacation, designed to take care of themselves inside and out, and it is known that practicing yoga helps reduce anxiety and stress, helps relieve pain, increases flexibility, improves balance and concentration , while strengthening the muscles and reconnecting the mind. It is never too late to start this practice and, luckily, there are more and more establishments that are looking not only to offer a space to disconnect to reconnect with oneself, but also all kinds of experiences designed to improve physical and mental state: yoga, meditation, massages... are exclusive retreats in which it is possible to rest deeply and recover the lost balance.
And these are five of our proposals to find vital harmony during a vacation on the islands, true spiritual refuges for yoga lovers.
Located in the historic center of Maó, this manor house was built by the Albertí family in 1740, and is now run by Carole
His intention, even while in the capital, is that one feels better than at home, comfortable and calm. And at the top there is a large terrace, on the roof, to enjoy the sunset over the horizon of patinated roofs and the beautiful port.
Its offer is completed with wellness treatments and massages, Pilates classes, yoga and personalized training with activities tailored for those who wish. In its season opening, the hotel has designed the perfect plan to relax with a fabulous yoga retreat led by Viviana Ferrer, specialized in various Eastern spiritual traditions, including yoga and tantra, from April 20 to 23. It is an exclusive proposal that includes accommodation, breakfast, brunch, dinner, transportation, as well as excursions and special activities for the evening.
This five-star hotel is a benchmark for slow tourism in Menorca. Its location in the town of Biniancollet, in the municipality of Sant Lluís, just 1.5 km from the famous Punta Prima beach, allows you to have the best sunsets on the island. The establishment follows a clear premise: to ensure care for the environment and the island's tradition, which is why it was built respecting the natural orography of the island, trying to blend in and go unnoticed, so it only has double-height buildings, and between The materials used include natural stone, earth colors and a lot of wood, which allows it to transmit the famous Menorcan calm despite its 128 rooms.
To enjoy disconnection and tranquility it is not necessary to leave the Barceló Nura, there is the possibility of bathing in one of its three outdoor pools, all of them with salt water, to feel like you are in the open sea. And among its proposals it offers: an all-inclusive regime program, activities in the gym and a spa dedicated to body care.
This coming March 17, following his philosophy of strengthening the connection between the body and the mind, a comprehensive and personalized program is offered that combines the best of yoga, fitness and wellness, for two days, in which yoga classes near the sea to reduce stress levels and achieve greater concentration, in addition to using the spa circuit under the supervision of the wellness manager, receiving a seaweed-based massage and a salt-based massage.
This four-star rural hotel is located in an old family farm dating from 1897. A building that still reminds us, through its dry stone walls, of its agricultural past. It only has 22 rooms with wooden beams and ceramic floors, decorated with classic Mallorcan furniture, balanced and in harmony with the rural world of Mallorca, the island of calm. And although it is located near Palma, the garden that surrounds it transports the guest to a world of tranquility. Tranquility fills the garden -which covers 50,000m2-, and guests can relax in the outdoor pool, under the porches, the restaurant...
Among its services are relaxing and calming massages, performed with baobab, lavandin and bergamot oils, and although they do not do it daily, they want to become a benchmark for well-being on the island, due to its extensive facilities and its location in the countryside. lends itself to it, and for this reason, periodically, they carry out alternative and holistic activities.
As an example, this May, from 2 to 7, there will be a kundalini yoga retreat for women only, given by Gurmukh Kaur Khalsa, who teaches classes in Los Angeles and travels the world to teach the teachings of Yogi Bhajan; and Mariana Salinas, known as dr. Harpreet.
In the heart of the Tramuntana mountains, in the Puig del Galatxó reserve, stands a spectacular 14th century estate with several buildings clad in traditional Mallorcan exposed stone, surrounded by mountains, holm oaks, pines and olive trees, where the views are beautiful from any of the 25 rooms, all with terrace or garden. Its objective is to become the most sustainable luxury hotel in the Mediterranean, and among its actions is to consume local products from nearby or from its garden, the use of wood from the farm for furniture, the use of wooden cards as keys from the room... A place to forget about everyday life and reconnect with yourself.
Within its facilities we find a sustainable outdoor gym, two swimming pools, an outdoor one with a Jacuzzi and a heated indoor one in the ecological spa, which has a sauna, hamman and showers, as well as offering massage treatments and exclusive experiences such as Thai reflexology, Indian, Oriental and Balinese.
It also offers countless workshops and activities related to yoga, meditation and other similar experiences at the request of customers, but for everyone, 30 minutes of morning yoga with views of the mountains is offered free of charge.
Surrounded by more than 2,000 vines, pines, figs, carob and ancient olive trees, this boutique hotel is the perfect setting for those seeking tranquility. The Hotel Rural Can Lluc is the result of the rehabilitation of the farmhouse by the grandfather of one of the owners, a 200-year-old building, which preserves the stone walls in which bougainvillea grow and the juniper wood ceilings so typical of the country farmhouses.
It has 25 rooms of which 14 are villas, all of them with private gardens, plus two holiday homes. The rooms are decorated in light tones, with antique furniture and terracotta floors, while the villas are more modern but maintain the spirit of rural Eivissa. And following the same culinary philosophy, it offers Mediterranean cuisine based on local products supplied by the farmers of the area and agricultural cooperatives.
A place that is very close to the town of Sant Rafel de Sa Creu, but far enough to stay out of the tourist circuit, which makes it an oasis of calm and well-being for those who seek total disconnection. The hotel has an infinity pool with an outdoor jacuzzi, hammocks, mattresses and Balinese beds where you can take long naps, as well as a spa area with a sauna, an area for massages and treatments, a glass-enclosed gym with views of nature and, for lovers of yoga, private classes are offered in an idyllic setting in order to achieve a proactive approach to life.
