Wellness

As the sun sets on the summer holidays, a return to the daily grind of school and work can feel a little overwhelming, especially for families with kids.

Book your next overnight spa break at Novotel hotels with spas, saunas and swimming pools across the UK and beyond.

Discover what wellness will be like in 2024 and how Novotel hotels can help you make the most of it.

Looking forward to spa days with the kids? Base yourselves at a UK Novotel wellness hotel and two children under the age of 16 will stay and eat for free.

How about a family retreat for quality time with your partner and children? A fun and relaxing way of investing in the relationships that matter most.

Discover simple yoga poses for kids that you can practice together at home or while staying with Novotel, and enhance the well-being of your whole family.

Incorporating wellness rituals into your daily routine is an effective way to soothe your mind and nourish your body, improving your overall well-being.

Digital wellness is about taking a break from the norm and from stress, just like holidays in general. Here are 5 Novotel tips for a digital break.

Discover 5 natural environments and ecotherapy activities to enrich your family travel experience in the UK.

Help children sleep well and make bedtime easy for everyone with Novotel's 16 clever suggestions for ensuring quiet nights and sound sleep.

Enhance your travel experiences with our unique health and wellness activities at Novotel hotels

Winter travel can be such a magical moment, filled with frost-dusted landscapes, festive cheer, and cosy surroundings. And yet…the combination of cold, cram-packed schedules, and jet lag can leave you and the family feeling a little under the weather.

Lake Burley Griffin is Canberra’s biggest cultural and outdoor playground. With cherry tree groves to free museums, antigravity chambers to sunset cruises.

Relaxing holidays leave you with blissful memories and a sense of rejuvenation. Discover how to make your getaway both serene and rewarding.

Rotorua is blessed with its unique series of geothermal pools, hot springs, and mud baths. Here’s how to level up your wellbeing on the North Island.

Barossa Valley visitors are now seeking weekends of both hedonism and health. Here's everything you need to know about the wine country’s wellness upgrade.

Spend a long weekend enjoying this 3-day Bangkok wellness itinerary that takes you to the city's best onsens, spas, hammams, and more.

Turkish baths in Istanbul are a timeless wellness ritual, providing a hammam experience that offers a glimpse into Ottoman luxury and elegance.

Running a marathon in France this autumn? Check out these recommendations for the best race routes with cosy, handy hotels close to the start line.

From Sydney's iconic Bondi Icebergs to little secrets on the South Australian coastline, these are the best ocean pools in Australia.

Looking for the best parks and green spaces in Singapore? From Gardens by the Bay to Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, this guide has got you covered.

Singapore is one of the top wellness destinations in Asia, boasting rejuvenating experiences like purifying salt rooms, Japanese onsens, and garden spas.

Recreate the Novotel hotel experience at home: a comfortable bed, high-quality bedding, and a cozy atmosphere for restorative nights and optimal well-being.

Discover how to create a soothing evening routine inspired by Novotel hotels to sleep better, unwind, and restore balance and serenity.

Searching for the best day spas Perth has? Our guide covers the top spots for massage, facials, and couples' packages. Find your zen and leave glowing.

Discover the best thermal baths in France, from geothermal mountain towns to elegant lakeside resorts, for a relaxing, restorative wellness break.

The moulding and playing of gongs dates as far back as the Bronze Age. Some scholars believe they were an accidental by-product of early farming, when pans used to bake wheat became partially melted and found to make pleasant, resonant sounds when struck. That musical effect became vital to tribal culture, as heard in Indonesia's gamelan tradition, for example. Gongs were also integrated into rituals and ceremonies, the sound itself considered spiritual or even sacred. Tibetan Buddhists developed singing bowls on the same principle, playing at particular frequencies to aid deep meditation. These practices slowly spread from Asia to Africa to Europe, but their emergence as a form of alternative therapy is a relatively recent development. As sound healers and their clients will attest, though, a gong bath is more than just the latest health trend.

Opening hours: Daily 10am–10pm   Zira Spa is another gem in the heart of the Old City. From body wraps to hydrotherapy, there are so many tempting treatments and packages on Zira's spa menu. However, for a truly unique Chiang Mai wellness experience, you simply must try the Royal Thai Lanna Massage.   This massage incorporates ancient Lanna techniques, including Fon Leb, which is bamboo finger-pulling inspired by Thai dance, as well as Tok Sen, an age-old Thai massage technique involving rhythmic tapping along your energy lines. After that, you'll be treated to a hot Thai herbal compress massage to further relax your muscles, improve circulation, and leave you feeling utterly pampered.   Good to know: Getting there: In the heart of the Old City. Zira offers a free shuttle from your hotel, so you don't need to arrange transport. Book ahead? Yes. Zira is a top-rated spa in Chiang Mai, so book at least a few days in advance, especially in peak season. Family-friendly? Great for couples or a parent treating themselves. Not designed for young children. Tip: You'll get a welcome drink, a foot cleansing ritual before your treatment, and tea with snacks afterwards. Every stage feels intentional.

Travel fatigue symptoms vary between different people, but many describe brain fog, grogginess and a feeling of being drained. While a lot of people would tell their friends and family they feel frazzled, it can also be described as malaise, a more medical term meaning a general lack of wellness and vitality. Once these symptoms begin to emerge, you might find you are less able to concentrate on things you normally find engaging, and you may experience a lack of motivation. Children might become emotionally unsettled, but happily, kids are generally very adaptable, and there are solutions to help reduce the impact of travel fatigue, such as sticking to familiar bedtime routines and bringing healthy snacks on your journey.