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Wellness

From local wellness experiences, cold-plunges and spas to far-flung wellness getaways, plus skincare, beauty and health products, we've got everything you need to level up your self-care.

BTG Wellness Soulful Radiance Retreat | A mandala for ceremonies
  • Wellness

This transformational healing retreat goes way beyond "wellness"

by Taylor Newlands

Two hours outside of Toronto, Jen Febel's Soulful Radiance Retreat is an unparalleled wellness experience of deep healing and unbridled connection.

Touch Massage Bar | The seated massage area at Touch Massage Bar in midtown
  • Wellness

I took a timeout at Touch Massage Bar’s midtown oasis

by Katie Bridges

With a gorgeous beach club aesthetic, experienced massage therapists and tea on tap, there's plenty to love about Touch Massage Bar's new Eglinton location.

A bright yoga studio at Chi Junky
  • Wellness

IYKYK: Find zen at Leslieville's hidden movement studio

by Katie Bridges

Chi Junky in Leslieville isn’t your average yoga studio — the name of the game here is “healthy debauchery.”

A Mazda CX-70 driving in the desert in Palm Springs, California
  • Wellness

I rediscovered my drive in the California dessert

by Taylor Newlands

On a weekend getaway to Palm Springs, California to test drive the new Mazda CX-70, I rediscover my passion for life and the beauty of just being.

Overwater Bungalows in Mo'orea French Polynesia
  • Wellness

Discovering the mana of Mo‘orea

by Charmaine Noronha

We take a bite out of Mo‘orea, a French Polynesian island steeped in a sacred energy that inhabits and links all living things.

  • Wellness

Sustainable travel accessories and wellness products you need for 2025

From beauty to premium luggage, these travel accessories have been created with sustainability in mind, and will make your next big trip a breeze.

Nighttime routine products | Stoic Beauty Harmonia Balancing Night Cream
  • Wellness

Nighttime routine products for a better sleep

Whether you’re preparing for a long flight or just trying to sleep better at home, these nighttime routine products will help you wind down, perfect your nighttime skincare routine and catch some z’s.

Trove Toronto | The firepit is the centrepiece of the IV Therapy Lounge
  • Wellness

I tried IV therapy and more at Trove Toronto wellness centre — here's how it went

by Katie Bridges

Cold plunges, hypnotherapy, Himalayan salt caves and sound baths are on offer at Trove, Toronto's downtown one-stop wellness centre. I tried IV vitamin therapy for the first time — this was my experience.

Sunset at Santa Monica Pier Pacific Park
  • Wellness

How to have a wellness getaway in Santa Monica

by Hunter Gutman

With its gorgeous weather, beautiful people, top-notch restaurants, stunning beachside hotels and thriving nightlife scene, Santa Monica is a bite-sized slice of Californication.

  • Wellness

Leave your cares behind with a wellness escape to St. Kitts

Whether you're looking to dive deep into St. Kitts' lush wilderness or your soul, we've got the wellness experience for you.

Sweat and Tonic in The Well, Toronto | The pilates room at Sweat and Tonic in The Well
  • Wellness

Toronto's new Sweat and Tonic in The Well is a sprawling fitness hub

by Krista Faist

From yoga to pilates, the new Sweat and Tonic in The Well, Toronto is a 25,000-square-foot facility that has your every wellness need covered. Feel the burn with over 200 weekly classes that range in intensity and theme.

Strom Nordic Spa, Québec | A person sitting in a thermal bath at Strøm Nordic Spa — Old Québec
  • Wellness

This sprawling, affordable Nordic spa is walking distance from Old Québec

by Hunter Gutman

Strøm Nordic Spa — Old Québec is a sprawling wellness campus on the bank of the Saint Lawrence River. I spent a day at the Québec Nordic spa pampering myself and challenging my cold plunge endurance.

Scottsdale, Arizona | Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows
  • Wellness

Everything to see, do and eat in Scottsdale, Arizona

by Hunter Gutman

We plan a 72-hour itinerary of Scottsdale, Arizona that spans its thriving food scene, local wine, art, world-famous architecture and sky-high adventures.

Alter cold plunge and sauna in Toronto |  A group of people sitting in the sauna at Alter
  • Wellness

Embrace sweat and shivers at Alter sauna & ice bath studio

by Hunter Gutman

At Toronto's Alter, knowledgeable instructors walk you through hot and cold therapy and encourage you to challenge yourself. It's equally as rewarding to pop in on your lunch break, or lounge and linger.

Ice baths in the cold space at Othership Yorkville
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We dive into the cold plunge craze at Othership Yorkville

by Taylor Newlands

Is cold-plunging really as cool (sorry) as everyone says? We head to Othership's new Yorkville location to try out the hydrotherapy health trend for ourselves.

Better Basics Clean Routine Starter Kit
  • Wellness

Upgrade your self care with the Better Basics Clean Routine Starter Kit

Enhance your shower routine with the all-natural, plastic-free Better Basics Clean Routine Starter Kit filled with all of the essentials.

Nordik Spa Village - Chelsea, Quebec | People in an outdoor pool with a waterfall at Nordik Spa Village - Chelsea
  • Wellness

Nordik Spa Village is a wellness waterpark with mimosas

by Taylor Newlands

Just outside of Ottawa in Chelsea, Quebec, Nordik Spa Village is a sprawling outdoor wellness wonderland with 10 pools, nine different saunas and four restaurants onsite.

Hotel Zed Tofino | A woman lounges inside the barrel sauna and admires the rainforest view
  • Wellness

Hotel Zed in Tofino might actually make you want to stay indoors

by Katie Bridges

Tofino might be known for its wild scenery and outdoor pursuits, but Hotel Zed has enough quirky design and fun amenities to keep you on the premise.

Foodie gift ideas | A Savorly gift box
  • Wellness

Wellness and travel gift ideas for everyone on your list

Help them level up their self-care with wellness gift ideas, send them on a tour to get out of their comfort zone or pick a treat they can indulge in from our curated list of gifts.

A woman sleeping on The Henrie Adjustable Pillow
  • Wellness

Sleeping with Henrie changed my life

by Taylor Newlands

The Henrie Adjustable Pillow is a game-changer when it comes to getting a good night's sleep. As an avid side sleeper and smushed-flat-pillow-user, I put the luxury pillow to the test.

Outside of a cabin at Dimensions Algonquin Highlands
  • Wellness

Let it go at Dimensions Algonquin Highlands' wellness retreats

Frozen landscapes and cozy cabins set the scene for a lakeside winter reset at Dimensions Algonquin Highlands. Pause, reflect and connect to a deeper sense of purpose this winter.

Cold plunge in Kingston | Barrel saunas at the Frontenac Hotel
  • Wellness

I tried a cold plunge in Kingston and it took my breath away

by Katie Bridges

If you're looking for, ahem, cool things to do in Kingston, why not take a cold plunge at Stoked Sauna Co. located inside the Frontenac Hotel?

124 on Queen Hotel and Spa | Loungers by the pool at The Spa at Q
  • Wellness

124 on Queen is a wine-filled spa getaway we can't wait to go back to

by Taylor Newlands

Right on the main strip in Niagara-on-the-Lake, the new 124 on Queen hotel is home to impeccable food, a show-stopping wine list and a fully-licensed, luxurious spa.

Ontario wellness retreats | Paddle boarders on the lake behind Northern Edge Algonquin wellness retreat
  • Wellness

Recharge your batteries and reset your life at Ontario wellness retreats

by Hunter Gutman

From plant-based lakeside sanctuaries to glamping getaways, these retreats offer an escape from everyday life and nourishment for the mind, body and soul.

Hot springs at Peninsula Hot Springs in Victoria, Australia
  • Wellness

Peninsula Hot Springs in Victoria, Australia, is a leisure lover's paradise

by Meredith Hardie

Set on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, Australia, the Peninsula Hot Springs is a glamping resort, spa and wellness wonder complete with natural geothermal hot springs.

The best, must-visit spas in Ontario near Toronto | The Scandinave Spa, Blue Mountain
  • Wellness

19 of the most relaxing spas in and around Toronto

by Meredith Hardie

From Blue Mountain's Scandinave Spa to high-tech facials at Formula Fig in Toronto, we've got Ontario's best spas for all your self-care needs. Aaaaand relax.

  • Wellness

Personalized pampering is next level at Spa MyBlend at The Ritz

by Taylor Newlands

A treatment at Spa MyBlend at The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto is an incredibly personalized experience, and best of all, it's a full-day affair with access to beautiful spa amenities — and champagne.

Cocoon Apothecary's Nordic Boost Hydrating Serum
  • Wellness

Pack This: Cocoon Apothecary's Nordic Boost Hydrating Serum

by Andrea Yu

A must for ski trips and long flights, this plant-based serum keeps dry skin feeling soft and supple.

Niyama Yoga Wellness's Sleep Like Buddha
  • Wellness

Pack This: Niyama Yoga Wellness's Sleep Like Buddha

by Andrea Yu

This all-natural sleep and relaxation supplement can help to ease you out of jet lag and into a restful night’s sleep.

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