A three-day retreat at Poomaale Estate, Coorg, was a masterclass in doing nothing — except forest bathing, the art of soaking in nature, not just looking.

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In Whistler’s wilderness, forest bathing offers a powerful reminder to slow down, breathe deep, and find clarity in nature’s most elemental form, writes Tatyana Leonov. The birdcall cuts through the ...

You can now unplug at a secluded spa retreat in the middle of nowhere — quite literally — at the Wilderness Retreat and ...

Seaweed bathing in Ireland, a trek through Africa’s first designated wilderness quiet park—we asked National Geographic staff ...

Wellness can still include hiking hard trails. The key is that those trails can also include hot springs or lead you to ...

This underrated city in Northern Finland is home to lively sauna traditions, contemporary art galleries and collectives, and ...

Simple nature-based activities can reduce stress, sharpen focus, and improve mental health—no wilderness or special gear required.

The massive estate surrounded by forest, moorland and open wilderness is located on the eastern edge of the Cairngorms ...

Healing retreats have ventured into unique and often bizarre or unconventional territory. While traditional spa treatments ...

From hot-air balloon tours of Montreal to helicopter rides to Sable Island, these unique adventures deserve a spot on any traveler’s bucket list.