Traveler Magazine AHSpring2019 | Page 24

22 A RENOWNED EXPERIENCE PHOTO SPRING | 2019 H O T S P R I N G PA R K I N T H A I L A N D C O N TACT YO U R T R AV E L A DV I S O R TO DAY Ananda isn’t alone in melding ancient healing practices with luxurious amenities. As the popularity of wellness travel continues to grow, leading hotels and tour operators around the world are seeking to differentiate themselves by adding immersive wellness programs to their already lavish offerings. Whether that be studying yoga in India or partaking in the centuries-old ritual of onsen bathing in Japan, these retreats, often lead by world-renowned wellness experts, can now be undertaken while ensconced in some of the world’s best properties. Famed for its one-of-a-kind minimalist design and strong cult following, Aman Hotels & Resorts, for example, offers an