The pace of modern life is becoming faster and more stressful than ever before and people are searching for more ways to unwind and get away from it all. This book looks at a selection of the world's best spas all offering alternative and traditional ways to do exactly this. The spas featured are all situated in stunningly beautiful locations across the world and range from holistic sancturies to island resorts dedicated to pampering and wellbeing. Some offer specialised packages devoted to relaxation and anti-stress, others teach yoga and encourage outdoor activities such as swimming, tennis and golf.

The pace of modern life is becoming faster and more stressful than ever before and people are searching for more ways to unwind and get away from it all. This book looks at a selection of the world's best spas all offering alternative and traditional ways to do exactly this. The spas featured are all situated in stunningly beautiful locations across the world and range from holistic sancturies to island resorts dedicated to pampering and wellbeing. Some offer specialised packages devoted to relaxation and anti-stress, others teach yoga and encourage outdoor activities such as swimming, tennis and golf.

Eloise Napier is a freelance journalist and travel writer. She is the Northern correspondent for Tatler and also writes regularly for Image, the Daily Mail and the Telegraph. She divides her time between Scotland and London.