TRAVEL NOTEBOOK
Reset and revive your mind, body, and soul
If winter left you feeling a little weary and your mind, body, and soul in need of some serious TLC, how about kickstarting spring the right way with a visit to one of the country’s best spa and wellness destinations? After you’ve done the rounds at the region’s best vineyards, indulged in world-class dining and got your adrenaline fix, you’ll have earned some relaxation time on your spring Queenstown jaunt. Book in for the Serenity Soak and Spa at Onsen Hot Pools, and indulge in a 45-minute soak in their new private hot tubs, followed by a pampering body treatment of your choice. If a getaway where you flit between shopping and spa time appeals, book a stay at the Park Hyatt Auckland. The spa menu is extensive, but the pampering doesn’t end there as you’ll also be able to take a dip in the infinity room and recharge in the one-of-a-kind hydrotherapy room. When money is no object, and overall wellbeing is the ultimate goal, Aro Hā—aka the country’s most luxurious wellness retreat—is calling. Located in breathtaking Glenorchy, the otherwordly sanctuary has hosted the likes of Oprah Winfrey and Reese Witherspoon. With everything from nutrition, mindfulness, yoga, and functional movement programmes on offer, you’re guaranteed to leave feeling like a new person.