New Year, New You: Five energising trips for 2019

If you plan to make 2019 the year you finally learn your vinyasa from your savasana, then a full-immersion yoga retreat is the way to do it – and where better to learn this ancient practice than its birthplace? Ananda in the Himalayas is a destination spa and wellness resort that specialises in traditional yoga based on the renowned Bihar School of Yoga. Away from the mat, Ananda’s position in the tranquil Himalayan foothills, overlooking the nearby Sal forest and meandering River Ganges, makes it the perfect spot to unplug and unwind; meanwhile, its luxurious rooms, suites and private villas ensure you have plenty of time for quiet contemplation in ultimate comfort.