From awe-inspiring destinations to rejuvenating activities and uplifting food experiences, here are four incredible places of zen where you’ll return home feeling better than when you left.

Nemacolin Woodlands Resort

On 2,000 wooded acres in the Laurel Highlands of Southwestern Pennsylvania, the majestic Nemacolin Woodlands Resort reigns as the ultimate luxury vacation destination. Six unique lodges, including the five-star Falling Rock boutique hotel, present a total of 327 upscale guestrooms, suites, townhouses, and private homes. All resort guests enjoy privileged access to Nemacolin’s unprecedented amenities and recreational offerings. 

Nemacolin’s superb lodging options allow every guest to select accommodations that cater to their exacting needs. Architecture aficionados will find inspiration at Falling Rock, the acclaimed boutique enclave that showcases the organic architectural style of Frank Lloyd Wright and intimately offers just 46 guest rooms and suites.

All guests of the Nemacolin Woodland Resort have extraordinary world-class amenities at their disposal, including the renowned Woodlands Spa, award-winning fine dining, wine tasting at Académie du Vin, designer shopping and 32,000 square feet of meeting and event space. Active vacationers will delight in the resort’s extensive shooting academy, 36 holes of championship golf (including the Pete Dye-designed Mystic Rock course), fly fishing, cross country and downhill skiing, and Nemacolin’s signature Adventure Center, and much more.

ANA InterContinental^® Beppu Resort & Spa

Escaping the busyness of everyday life, ANA InterContinental^® Beppu Resort & Spa introduces a rare combination of Japan's hot spring heritage and international, world-class excellence. Trend-setting restaurants and bars will make you want to try more of the chef's unique blend of seasonal creations, spacious rooms and suites with breathtaking views will leave you in awe, and the inviting infinity pool, Beppu hot spring water, and rejuvenating spa treatments will sooth your body and soul.

The resort’s stylish, modern onsen (hot spring) has been designed with a soothing array of natural elements, including Japanese cypress and Beppu stone. Soak in the region’s famed myoban waters, known for properties that cleanse and beautify the skin, while looking out over the beautiful Beppu Bay.

Beppu is one of Japan’s most acclaimed onsen resort areas, visited annually by more than four million people. Beppu, a city in Oita Prefecture in southwestern Japan, has been rated one of the country’s most popular onsen spots.

Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve and Wellness Retreat

Situated a three hours’ drive north of Cape Town and nestled in the foothills of South Africa’s Cederberg Mountains lies an ecological oasis within a roughly hewn and magical land offering a distinctive wilderness experience among open plains and ancient sandstone formations. Bushmans Kloof is an award-winning lodge and member of the Red Carnation Hotel Collection. It consists of 16 luxurious guest rooms and suites, as well as Koro Lodge, a private, fully-catered villa close to the main lodge.

Set within a 7500-hectare private reserve, Bushmans Kloof combines five-star luxury and inspired South African cuisine with memorable days spent discovering wide-open plains, wildlife, and pristine mountain wilderness. Guests enjoy unique access to more than 130 ancient rock art sites, designated a Grade 1 South African National Heritage Site, and the opportunity to discover the region’s ancient San culture in the company of experienced local guides.

For the ultimate in rejuvenation, Bushmans Kloof spa treatment menu offers an extensive variety of health and beauty enhancing treatments that are inspired by ancient African traditions, drawing on native African plant extracts.

Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa Maldives

Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa is an all-suite resort for those who demand genuine luxury and expect only the best. Space and privacy is a hallmark at Hideaway which has some of the largest beachfront villas in the Maldives. Here you’ll find the perfect backdrop for a glamorous retreat.

Hideaway’s island host service is legendary, ensuring that a dream getaway with exemplary service is a reality. The Hideaway has 103 extremely spacious villas in 10 categories, all (except Sunset Beach Villas) with their own private pool and Jacuzzi. The 57 contemporary style over-water villas stand on stilts over the lagoon while the 46 beachfront villas have a timeless, classic Maldives feel, each with its own private beach and hidden away among lush tropical gardens for complete privacy.

Four restaurants and bars offer a world of fine dining, including an excellent wine collection. The Hideaway Spa is a true wellness haven with 12 private treatment suites, steam room, and hair salon set in manicured gardens.