3 Good Retreat Directories for Australia.
1alluxia.com
2 mrandmrssmith.com.au
3 simplylush.com.au
Saturday, 11 August 2012
Friday, 10 August 2012
top 10 boutique destinations according to time out
First published on 6 Aug 2008. Updated on 16 Mar 2012.
1 Soothe the Soul
tonic, Hunter Valley
More like your own piece of wine country than a hotel, tonic provides you privacy and relaxation - no awkward interactions with honeymooners or screaming children down the hall; this cleverly laid out retreat has private entry, huge bathrooms and tropical influences.
More like your own piece of wine country than a hotel, tonic provides you privacy and relaxation - no awkward interactions with honeymooners or screaming children down the hall; this cleverly laid out retreat has private entry, huge bathrooms and tropical influences.
2 Spoon with a view
Valleyfield Escape, Wollombi
This beautifully appointed private villa is geared towards total relaxation. From the specially installed spoon bath overlooking olive groves to the heated bathroom floor and king-sized bed, you won't ever want to leave. A self-catered breakfast including Tetsuya's ocean trout and wood-fired bread is included in the price.
This beautifully appointed private villa is geared towards total relaxation. From the specially installed spoon bath overlooking olive groves to the heated bathroom floor and king-sized bed, you won't ever want to leave. A self-catered breakfast including Tetsuya's ocean trout and wood-fired bread is included in the price.
3 Rural retreat
Belgravia Cottage, Orange
Go against the grain and head west for a warm winter holiday. Set among the slow moving cattle and bristling vineyards of rural NSW, the cottage will keep you cosy and comfortable any time of year. Orange itself has excellent golf courses, and don't miss the monthly farmers market, dedicated to the town's excellent produce.
Go against the grain and head west for a warm winter holiday. Set among the slow moving cattle and bristling vineyards of rural NSW, the cottage will keep you cosy and comfortable any time of year. Orange itself has excellent golf courses, and don't miss the monthly farmers market, dedicated to the town's excellent produce.
4 Lazy days
Tower Lodge, Hunter Valley
With everything you're looking for in a Hunter break within arms' reach. A golf course, sauna, heated swimming pool and restaurant are situated on its grounds - at the edge of the Tower Estate Winery.
With everything you're looking for in a Hunter break within arms' reach. A golf course, sauna, heated swimming pool and restaurant are situated on its grounds - at the edge of the Tower Estate Winery.
5 Family time
Bellachara, Gerringong
The gorgeous environs of the south coast are often under-rated by heat-seeking Sydneysiders, but it's hard to go past this family friendly enclave with a kids' club for the youngsters and a day spa for the adults. Free tennis courts and easy access to the beach will give you plenty of fresh air.
The gorgeous environs of the south coast are often under-rated by heat-seeking Sydneysiders, but it's hard to go past this family friendly enclave with a kids' club for the youngsters and a day spa for the adults. Free tennis courts and easy access to the beach will give you plenty of fresh air.
6 Vision valley
Echoes Boutique Hotel, Blue Mountains
Bunk into a mountain retreat with open fireplaces, spa and sauna facilities and individually tailored rooms.
A great place to wind up a long day on the trail is the in-house restaurant, an attraction in itself, which overlooks the gorgeous sheer cliffs and leafy green of the rainforest in the surrounding Jamison Valley.
Bunk into a mountain retreat with open fireplaces, spa and sauna facilities and individually tailored rooms.
A great place to wind up a long day on the trail is the in-house restaurant, an attraction in itself, which overlooks the gorgeous sheer cliffs and leafy green of the rainforest in the surrounding Jamison Valley.
7 Halfway house
Links House, Bowral
The historic building and lush gardens are typical of the ornate, landscaped Southern Highlands - which could easily be mistaken for the scene of a novel penned by one of the Bronte sisters. Bang in the middle of Sydney and Canberra this is a great stopover point en route to the snow or an easy weekend escape.
The historic building and lush gardens are typical of the ornate, landscaped Southern Highlands - which could easily be mistaken for the scene of a novel penned by one of the Bronte sisters. Bang in the middle of Sydney and Canberra this is a great stopover point en route to the snow or an easy weekend escape.
8 Bind & unwind
The Byron at Byron Resort & Spa, Byron Bay
Whether you want to unwind and relax or indulge to excess, this five-star Byron resort has got you covered. Get started with complimentary morning yoga then head for the surf, the golf course or the al fresco restaurant. Other options? Rae's on Watego's or The Villas of Byron are both worth a google.
Whether you want to unwind and relax or indulge to excess, this five-star Byron resort has got you covered. Get started with complimentary morning yoga then head for the surf, the golf course or the al fresco restaurant. Other options? Rae's on Watego's or The Villas of Byron are both worth a google.
9 Make a splash
Bannisters, Mollymook
This could be Los Angeles in the 1980s, minus the riff raff of course. Watch the coastal sunshine fade slowly into candlelit evenings from your vantage point rugged up at the bar by the pool, cocktail in hand, then go for dinner at the excellent on-site restaurant.
This could be Los Angeles in the 1980s, minus the riff raff of course. Watch the coastal sunshine fade slowly into candlelit evenings from your vantage point rugged up at the bar by the pool, cocktail in hand, then go for dinner at the excellent on-site restaurant.
10 Hidden wonder
Jonah's, Whale Beach
A commitment to preserving the pillars of privacy, luxury and seclusion has made this location a prime choice for international celebrities and local couples alike. Enjoy uninterrupted views of the ocean from your private balcony and all the features you'd expect from a five-star hotel, in a sparkling setting and a relaxed environment.
A commitment to preserving the pillars of privacy, luxury and seclusion has made this location a prime choice for international celebrities and local couples alike. Enjoy uninterrupted views of the ocean from your private balcony and all the features you'd expect from a five-star hotel, in a sparkling setting and a relaxed environment.
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First published on 6 Aug 2008. Updated on 16 Mar 2012.
1 Soothe the Soul
tonic, Hunter Valley
More like your own piece of wine country than a hotel, tonic provides you privacy and relaxation - no awkward interactions with honeymooners or screaming children down the hall; this cleverly laid out retreat has private entry, huge bathrooms and tropical influences.
More like your own piece of wine country than a hotel, tonic provides you privacy and relaxation - no awkward interactions with honeymooners or screaming children down the hall; this cleverly laid out retreat has private entry, huge bathrooms and tropical influences.
2 Spoon with a view
Valleyfield Escape, Wollombi
This beautifully appointed private villa is geared towards total relaxation. From the specially installed spoon bath overlooking olive groves to the heated bathroom floor and king-sized bed, you won't ever want to leave. A self-catered breakfast including Tetsuya's ocean trout and wood-fired bread is included in the price.
This beautifully appointed private villa is geared towards total relaxation. From the specially installed spoon bath overlooking olive groves to the heated bathroom floor and king-sized bed, you won't ever want to leave. A self-catered breakfast including Tetsuya's ocean trout and wood-fired bread is included in the price.
3 Rural retreat
Belgravia Cottage, Orange
Go against the grain and head west for a warm winter holiday. Set among the slow moving cattle and bristling vineyards of rural NSW, the cottage will keep you cosy and comfortable any time of year. Orange itself has excellent golf courses, and don't miss the monthly farmers market, dedicated to the town's excellent produce.
Go against the grain and head west for a warm winter holiday. Set among the slow moving cattle and bristling vineyards of rural NSW, the cottage will keep you cosy and comfortable any time of year. Orange itself has excellent golf courses, and don't miss the monthly farmers market, dedicated to the town's excellent produce.
4 Lazy days
Tower Lodge, Hunter Valley
With everything you're looking for in a Hunter break within arms' reach. A golf course, sauna, heated swimming pool and restaurant are situated on its grounds - at the edge of the Tower Estate Winery.
With everything you're looking for in a Hunter break within arms' reach. A golf course, sauna, heated swimming pool and restaurant are situated on its grounds - at the edge of the Tower Estate Winery.
5 Family time
Bellachara, Gerringong
The gorgeous environs of the south coast are often under-rated by heat-seeking Sydneysiders, but it's hard to go past this family friendly enclave with a kids' club for the youngsters and a day spa for the adults. Free tennis courts and easy access to the beach will give you plenty of fresh air.
The gorgeous environs of the south coast are often under-rated by heat-seeking Sydneysiders, but it's hard to go past this family friendly enclave with a kids' club for the youngsters and a day spa for the adults. Free tennis courts and easy access to the beach will give you plenty of fresh air.
6 Vision valley
Echoes Boutique Hotel, Blue Mountains
Bunk into a mountain retreat with open fireplaces, spa and sauna facilities and individually tailored rooms.
A great place to wind up a long day on the trail is the in-house restaurant, an attraction in itself, which overlooks the gorgeous sheer cliffs and leafy green of the rainforest in the surrounding Jamison Valley.
Bunk into a mountain retreat with open fireplaces, spa and sauna facilities and individually tailored rooms.
A great place to wind up a long day on the trail is the in-house restaurant, an attraction in itself, which overlooks the gorgeous sheer cliffs and leafy green of the rainforest in the surrounding Jamison Valley.
7 Halfway house
Links House, Bowral
The historic building and lush gardens are typical of the ornate, landscaped Southern Highlands - which could easily be mistaken for the scene of a novel penned by one of the Bronte sisters. Bang in the middle of Sydney and Canberra this is a great stopover point en route to the snow or an easy weekend escape.
The historic building and lush gardens are typical of the ornate, landscaped Southern Highlands - which could easily be mistaken for the scene of a novel penned by one of the Bronte sisters. Bang in the middle of Sydney and Canberra this is a great stopover point en route to the snow or an easy weekend escape.
8 Bind & unwind
The Byron at Byron Resort & Spa, Byron Bay
Whether you want to unwind and relax or indulge to excess, this five-star Byron resort has got you covered. Get started with complimentary morning yoga then head for the surf, the golf course or the al fresco restaurant. Other options? Rae's on Watego's or The Villas of Byron are both worth a google.
Whether you want to unwind and relax or indulge to excess, this five-star Byron resort has got you covered. Get started with complimentary morning yoga then head for the surf, the golf course or the al fresco restaurant. Other options? Rae's on Watego's or The Villas of Byron are both worth a google.
9 Make a splash
Bannisters, Mollymook
This could be Los Angeles in the 1980s, minus the riff raff of course. Watch the coastal sunshine fade slowly into candlelit evenings from your vantage point rugged up at the bar by the pool, cocktail in hand, then go for dinner at the excellent on-site restaurant.
This could be Los Angeles in the 1980s, minus the riff raff of course. Watch the coastal sunshine fade slowly into candlelit evenings from your vantage point rugged up at the bar by the pool, cocktail in hand, then go for dinner at the excellent on-site restaurant.
10 Hidden wonder
Jonah's, Whale Beach
A commitment to preserving the pillars of privacy, luxury and seclusion has made this location a prime choice for international celebrities and local couples alike. Enjoy uninterrupted views of the ocean from your private balcony and all the features you'd expect from a five-star hotel, in a sparkling setting and a relaxed environment.
A commitment to preserving the pillars of privacy, luxury and seclusion has made this location a prime choice for international celebrities and local couples alike. Enjoy uninterrupted views of the ocean from your private balcony and all the features you'd expect from a five-star hotel, in a sparkling setting and a relaxed environment.
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Saturday, 7 July 2012
silky oaks lodge. for that different honeymoon
silky oaks lodge seems to be for couple's
for those that love a secluded gem hideaway and with complete privacy, this would the perfect getaway for a honeymoon.
when private time is important to reflect about your life ahead, their is nothing more empowering than the solicitudes of nature that is away from the confusion and the hustle and bustle we are all prone to get caught up to from time to time.
loving nature is not subject to taste,but is universal to us all and even when we say we don't like it, we really do.
the obvious competition to this would be scenic island resorts that have the advantage of sea frontage.
And i would resume that would be more popular with people especially given the price for this health spa.
The slant is that this is a health spa and for me personally, would be an ideal candidate, if i had the money that is for it is pricy. however a honeymoon that is complimented with health and therapeutical benefits, certainly makes this an economical holiday as it is the last thing you want to do in a honeymoon is to fight or to stress about your future.
health is number one also and a honeymoon that highlights health and prosperity go beautifully hand in hand.
romance, in the traditional sense to go hand in hand with nature and solitude and it is amazing how our behaviours towards each other can be governed by the stresses of each day.
A beautiful memory it is more, because whenever couples go through some tough times or arguments, they can always reminisce back to their honeymoon when things were more natural as nature intended.
unfortunately in australia eco tourism is not to preserve nature for the betterment of the world, but it is more for economic purposes. however for whatever reason, the government should always protect these precious australian treasures so people can find their greatest parts of themselves found through each other.
do some hiking and become one with nature. is this the honeymoon for you? is it more memorable?
well maybe..... or maybe not.
http://www.silkyoakslodge.com.au/
Friday, 22 June 2012
what is a day spa and health retreat
what is a day spa retreat?
Day spa retreats are usually perceived as higher priced travel packages than the usual gimmick hotel or motel.
The branding is set in symphony with eco tourism. The ideal getaway that is away from the cheesy blatant tourist centres and close to the relaxing tropical or forest cascade confines that are usually located in beautiful natural surroundings and secluded destinations.
Everyone has the natural desire to be closer to nature even when they say they don't. house prices along natural reserves speak for themselves.
Day spa retreat are lifestyle, health and holistic focused and offer a range of activities from tennis, Pilate's, gymnastics. hiking, walks, cycling and water sports. like Cabarita health retreat does!
The eco environment by which these retreats are situated make them the ideal location to evoke the best atmosphere for all these types of activities.
How they distinguish themselves from the normal resort is that we often associate normal hotel/resorts with sipping cocktails by relaxing by the pool and doing very little. However their is the impetus to read or even swim and organize our own tours outside.then their is the day we have to leave and we think to ourselves, well a little bit of a club med fixture where staff try to entertain the staff would have made my miserable hotel experience more sweeter.
all year you have made money and avoided making new friends and you thought you could buy the experience without the need of the people company factor. so we are resilient and miserable and unfulfilled after spending up to 2000$ for a week or 10 day getaway and for what. We needed to come down to the level of the earth's playing gravitational orbit to find true fulfilment and so that we reminisce about a holiday experience not with "I can't wait til it is holiday time again" but rather with "wow I still feel it swimming in my head half intoxicated feeling". So day spa retreats could be for you!
boutique day spa obviously are more catered towards people who want more than just leisure, they also want a holistic package encompassing a more health conscious outlook.
namely rejuvenation through motivation and environmental inspiration.
also they are intrinsically boutique and despite the perceived out of reach expense for the average income worker, this evokes, it also brings into perspective a fresh change and contrast from the the huge standard package offering of big bulky resorts and turned them into the natural and comfortable proportional designs we are all accustomed to in our everyday living. Of course the pampering aspect is paramount.
the flush breathtaking designs of some of these getaways make them a more attractive travel destination than most.
these days we see hotels furnished in the most culturally unminimalistic designs using bamboo and natural materials and making the accommodation invitational, accessible and housewarming and at times so what expensive too.
Case day spa critique 1
The first destination i will be talking about is cabarita ocean health retreat.
http://www.cabaritaoceanretreat.com.au/retreat/packages-reservations
The 5-night retreat is the perfect opportunity to assess your current health and performance levels and then tailor make a program to make positive improvements. You are guaranteed to feel completely re-energised, healthier, fitter and more resilient to the pressures of everyday life. The variety of activities, spa treatments, gourmet organic food and educational seminars guarantee that you will both enjoy the process and benefit greatly as a result. Our Life Enrichment Program starts on Sundays.
a littler exercise routine is like a shower within itself. so true happiness and a true fulfilling holiday encompasses all these areas and they make getting away more fulfilling, more memorable and more economical to your dollar as you have derived actual long lasting benefit from the trip. which may be also a different outlook perspective to life and a different attitude to suit. or it means you just feel better about yourself and better with how you look. woman shop so they can feel new and renewed. so in this day and age of a more health conscious society who is starting to understand the connection of health, diet, lifestyle and outlook, these eco day spa retreats are here to stay.
Day spa retreats are usually perceived as higher priced travel packages than the usual gimmick hotel or motel.
The branding is set in symphony with eco tourism. The ideal getaway that is away from the cheesy blatant tourist centres and close to the relaxing tropical or forest cascade confines that are usually located in beautiful natural surroundings and secluded destinations.
Everyone has the natural desire to be closer to nature even when they say they don't. house prices along natural reserves speak for themselves.
Day spa retreat are lifestyle, health and holistic focused and offer a range of activities from tennis, Pilate's, gymnastics. hiking, walks, cycling and water sports. like Cabarita health retreat does!
The eco environment by which these retreats are situated make them the ideal location to evoke the best atmosphere for all these types of activities.
How they distinguish themselves from the normal resort is that we often associate normal hotel/resorts with sipping cocktails by relaxing by the pool and doing very little. However their is the impetus to read or even swim and organize our own tours outside.then their is the day we have to leave and we think to ourselves, well a little bit of a club med fixture where staff try to entertain the staff would have made my miserable hotel experience more sweeter.
all year you have made money and avoided making new friends and you thought you could buy the experience without the need of the people company factor. so we are resilient and miserable and unfulfilled after spending up to 2000$ for a week or 10 day getaway and for what. We needed to come down to the level of the earth's playing gravitational orbit to find true fulfilment and so that we reminisce about a holiday experience not with "I can't wait til it is holiday time again" but rather with "wow I still feel it swimming in my head half intoxicated feeling". So day spa retreats could be for you!
boutique day spa obviously are more catered towards people who want more than just leisure, they also want a holistic package encompassing a more health conscious outlook.
namely rejuvenation through motivation and environmental inspiration.
also they are intrinsically boutique and despite the perceived out of reach expense for the average income worker, this evokes, it also brings into perspective a fresh change and contrast from the the huge standard package offering of big bulky resorts and turned them into the natural and comfortable proportional designs we are all accustomed to in our everyday living. Of course the pampering aspect is paramount.
the flush breathtaking designs of some of these getaways make them a more attractive travel destination than most.
these days we see hotels furnished in the most culturally unminimalistic designs using bamboo and natural materials and making the accommodation invitational, accessible and housewarming and at times so what expensive too.
Case day spa critique 1
The first destination i will be talking about is cabarita ocean health retreat.
package as described at
The 5-night retreat is the perfect opportunity to assess your current health and performance levels and then tailor make a program to make positive improvements. You are guaranteed to feel completely re-energised, healthier, fitter and more resilient to the pressures of everyday life. The variety of activities, spa treatments, gourmet organic food and educational seminars guarantee that you will both enjoy the process and benefit greatly as a result. Our Life Enrichment Program starts on Sundays.
It is apparent that this retreat is health based. this is one package of many offered at this resort.
although their is no mention if you can be left alone and not have to exercise, i am sure they would accommodate for your needs.
someone like myself that does not travel much and wants a travel package with an added incentive, a health retreat that offers a holistic point of view would surely be the go.
how many times i wanted to play tennis and i could not afford the time or energy, but the feeling you have after a great exercise session that activates the mind, makes you feel fresher, with a brighter complexion and a greater sense of self and well being. i suppose this is the reason why these boutique retreats have formed is because they specify a real need in the community for holiday destinations that pamper the person's well being and sense of self. it is the perfect marketing package that compliment eco tourism and eco retreat focused resorts as we know well when closer to nature, their is an energy that makes you feel more in harmony with yourself and more happier.
a greek philosopher has also made a study about the amount of bio energy in nature is proportional the our levels of happiness,
a littler exercise routine is like a shower within itself. so true happiness and a true fulfilling holiday encompasses all these areas and they make getting away more fulfilling, more memorable and more economical to your dollar as you have derived actual long lasting benefit from the trip. which may be also a different outlook perspective to life and a different attitude to suit. or it means you just feel better about yourself and better with how you look. woman shop so they can feel new and renewed. so in this day and age of a more health conscious society who is starting to understand the connection of health, diet, lifestyle and outlook, these eco day spa retreats are here to stay.
so maybe this one trip could make your whole year.
cabarita looks like the a great health retreat getaway. it may even save you from seeing the doctor when feeling sick. having good health is an investment. time to yourself time to heal is an unselfish holiday trip especially when you work very hard and feel run down and need to rejuvenate to make you feel better at work.
what a great idea! a truly economical and worthwhile destination.
Monday, 11 June 2012
welcome boutique travel
welcome to the boutique day spa and cruise
Here we are talking about how you can affect a great memorable getaway without breaking the bank and also how to better the quality of your year by scheduled weekend aways with our travel destination suggests.
we will discuss
1 beautiful boutique retreat destinations
2 what features in a boutique hotel or cruise make a great destination
3 travel deals and specials
4 insights and perspectives to your travel experience
Here we are talking about how you can affect a great memorable getaway without breaking the bank and also how to better the quality of your year by scheduled weekend aways with our travel destination suggests.
we will discuss
1 beautiful boutique retreat destinations
2 what features in a boutique hotel or cruise make a great destination
3 travel deals and specials
4 insights and perspectives to your travel experience
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