The Rising Demand for Wellness Retreats

Wellness is no longer just a trend — it has become a lifestyle priority. Studies show that over 80% of U.S. consumers now prioritize wellness in their daily lives, fueling steady growth in the wellness travel market. Globally, wellness tourism is valued at more than $800 billion, growing faster than traditional tourism. What’s driving this surge? People are seeking deeper rest, nervous system regulation, nature immersion, and transformative practices that go beyond a simple vacation. Retreats combining yoga, meditation, and whole-body wellness are meeting this demand with experiences that restore, reset, and reconnect.

1) CIVANA Wellness Resort & Spa (Carefree, Arizona)

What it offers: A modern wellness resort known for its balance of luxury and accessibility. Guests can choose from over 80 classes weekly — yoga, meditation, hiking, and more. Their Inclusive Package features one spa treatment per night, unlimited wellness classes, and inclusive dining.What’s included: Classes, dining (with the inclusive package), daily spa treatments (up to $225 value).Average nightly rate: Typically $480–700+ (with all inclusive package), depending on season and package.

2) Mii amo (Sedona, Arizona)

What it offers: Recently renovated and one of the most iconic destination spas in the U.S. Located in Sedona’s stunning Boynton Canyon, Mii amo offers highly personalized 3-, 4-, 7-, or 10-night “Journeys.” Each includes meals, classes, spa credits, and guidance from a personal “Journey Guide.”What’s included: Luxury accommodations, full dining, wellness classes, and daily spa credits.Average nightly rate: Around $1,000–1,900 per night, depending on length of stay and package.

3) Under Canvas (Multiple U.S. National Park Locations)

What it offers: Immersive “glamping” experiences with luxury tents near National Parks. Ideal for digital detox, outdoor yoga, and stargazing. Their sister brand ULUM expands on this concept with structured wellness programming, including yoga, sound baths, and mindfulness under the stars.What’s included: Tent accommodations, (with or without in-room bathroom) café-style dining available. outdoor activities; ULUM adds two sessions of yoga, breathwork, and guided meditations each day. Average nightly rate: Around $275–$650+, depending on location and season. Does *Not include 3 meals a day, spa amenities, all inclusive access to a sensory room of wellness products or fine farm-to-table dinning

4) Miraval Arizona (Tucson, Arizona)

What it offers: A legendary all-inclusive resort designed entirely around mindfulness and wellness. Guests can access hundreds of activities — yoga, breathwork, meditation, lectures, and outdoor adventures. Every package includes a $175 nightly resort credit for spa treatments or private sessions. What’s included: Luxury lodging, full dining, non-alcoholic beverages, classes, and nightly credits. Average nightly rate: High-end, starting at $1,400 per night with rates varying by package and season.

5.) 🌺 Lost Woods Rooted Women’s Retreat — Boyne Falls, Michigan

What makes it special: This outdoor retreat is designed specifically for women seeking reconnection, balance, and empowerment. Nestled in the natural beauty of northern Michigan, it blends yoga, mindfulness, and community-building with luxury accommodations and curated dining.

What’s included:

• Two full days of women-centered workshops, yoga, and guided practices

• Shared meals, holistic wellness sessions, and nature immersion

• Supportive, small-group environment focused on sisterhood

• Lodging in shared tents

• Shared communal bathroom and showers

  
  

Pricing: $2,400 for 2 nights (≈ $1,200 per night)

Why it’s unique: While priced at the high end, the Boyne Falls retreat emphasizes exclusivity, intimacy, and deep personal transformation in a women-only setting — ideal for those wanting a contained group experience in northern Michigan.

5) Rooted Living Retreat @ Lakeview Hills (Lexington, Michigan)

What it offers (Oct. 10–12, 2025): A uniquely curated 2-day retreat that blends science-backed and soulful practices. Designed to empower with practical daily rituals to support your body’s detox pathways, regulate your nervous system, clear your mind and cultivate lasting ease, resilience and vitality.

Located one mile from Lake Huron, nestled within a vineyard and rolling hills. Guests experience an All Inclusive experience of with 10 sessions to choose from: yoga, somatic movement, sound healing, breathwork, walking meditation in vineyard, mindset coaching, and creative expression.

As well as full access to the outdoor sauna, and Sensory Room to experience wellness products from inHarmony Sound bed, PEMF crystal grounding mats, Infared redlight therapy, rebounders, natural skin products and more. Spa amenities: facials and massage are available at the resort.

The evenings feature guided ecstatic dance to high vibrational music, live Gong sound journeys, and nourishing farm-to-table meals sourced from local Michigan farms.

What’s included: Two full days of immersive programming, organic teas and juices, farm-to-table meals and exsquisite nightly dinning prepared by the award winning chef Hai-Ying, in the outdoor pavillion overlooking nature, a welcome gift, sensory experiences, and evening entertainment. Lodging is optional with private or shared room packages.Pricing:

• Private room (2 nights): $1,354 (≈ $675/night)

• Shared room (2 nights): $1,095 (≈ $548/night)

• Shared room (1 night Saturday) (≈$675/night) with Early Bird coupon, Roots2025

• Local ticket (no lodging, full retreat access): $754 (≈ $377/day)

Quick Comparison (Approximate Nightly Cost & Inclusions)

Why Rooted Living Retreat at Lakeview Hills in Lexington Michigan Stands Out

While most top-tier retreats require long flights and premium budgets, Rooted Living Retreat makes high-quality wellness accessible right in Michigan’s natural beauty. Guests enjoy a deeply intentional and transformative experience — yoga, somatic healing, sound therapy, farm-to-table dining, Sensory Room experience, and available spa amenities— all at a fraction of the cost of luxury destination retreats.

By removing the need for airfare and positioning itself as a premier Midwest wellness destination, Rooted Living opens the door for more people to access high-touch, soul-nourishing experiences that rival (and in many ways surpass) the biggest names in wellness travel.

👉 Learn more: rootedmindandbody.net