The conceptual importance of Wellness has grown exponentially over the years, from a million dollar industry within multiple areas in the early 2000’s, to a trillion dollar one as of 2026,with no end in sight.
The most recent idea, and one that has grown quickly is of the Wellness Retreat with expert leaders. The company that merges existing high-end resorts into such retreats is https://evolveretreats.co
This is a company that combines well-known wellness leaders with luxury resorts to create something new: retreats with the ability to restore, inspire and support the clients’ journey in the evolution and revolution toward each person’s next better self. The refreshed Evolve platform highlights a handpicked collection of luxury resort partners and renowned wellness leaders—bringing together the accessible, transformative experience in world-class destinations.
Right now, there are 16 retreats, each with a well-known leader, now based in the United States, Mexico, Jamaica, Portugal, and the Dominican Republic. What is offered in terms of retreat are sanctuaries of peace, education, and personal change. A few are mentioned below: For further information on others, please contact Evolve. Below is only a small sample.
Cayo Levantado Resort, Samana Bay, Dominican Republic.—Cayo Levantado Resort is uniquely situated on a private island, surrounded by the untouched beauty of the Dominican Republic’s Samaná Bay. The retreat that will be at Cayo Levantado is The Wild Heart Retreat.
Step into a sacred, opening of heart experience, guided by Sharon Feanny, the Caribbean’s wellness pioneer and master yoga teacher. Over five days, the clients will be held healing rituals, spa therapies, nature, sisterhood, and inner listening. This retreat weaves Sharon’s signature blend of soulful yoga, mindful living, vibrant nourishment, and joyful embodiment – reconnecting the client with her personal evolution: combining past self, future self, through present self. April 29th-May 3rd 2026.
Amara Resort and Spa, Sedona Arizona –The Amara Resort is a unique combination of social hub and private refuge. Located at an elevation of 4,500 feet at the foot of vibrant, spiritual Sedona, outdoor pursuits are also close by: golf, hiking, paddling, hot air ballooning and now, retreating.
Reset/Realign/Rise Retreat
This is a luxury-level personal reset retreat for women who are ready to move into their most abundant, radiant, regenerative time. This retreat is set against the red rock landscapes of Sedona, the natural beauty and powerful energy of this sacred land amplifies the ability to release all the energy that no longer serves; to realign with the highest self. January 23-26, 2026
Elevate, and Build your Sober Life, April 23-26,
This retreat is led by Shannon McCabe, of The Shannon McCabe Show Podcast and creator of The Alcohol-Free Blueprint – a proven framework that helps women make alcohol irrelevant in their lives while rebuilding their physical and mental health.
This immersive retreat is designed for women who are ready to elevate their sobriety and reconnect with their body, mind, and spirit. Guided by Shannon’s signature holistic principles,the person explores how to restore energy, nurture emotional resilience, and create a fulfilling, alcohol-free life rooted in confidence and joy.
Radiant Return, An Ayurvedic Path toward Peri-Menopause and Menopause, June 11-14. – This transformative retreat is designed for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, or simply seeking a physical and spiritual reset. Guided by Ayurvedic practitioner Karen Baskett, you’ll blend ancient healing wisdom with modern wellness strategies to reconnect with your body, mind, and spirit, restore energy, and awaken your inner radiance—all in a supportive, all-inclusive setting at Amara Resort & Spa.
The Precipice Private Lodge in Cashiers, North Carolina – Nestled between Highlands and Cashiers, in Western North Carolina, Precipice is an exclusive mountain estate offering bespoke experiences for private groups.
Fulfilled: The Experience Retreat. Joining award-winning author and physician Dr. Bernadette Anderson leads this retreat, the client learns how to cultivate more peace, wellness, and joy in life. Through a combination of science-backed strategies and soulful practices—including yoga, meditation, journaling, and introspection—the client gains tools to restore energy, reset the mindset, and step fully into a life of fulfillment. April 23-26, 2026
The Aethos Ericeira Resort, Ericeira, Portugal – Aethos Ericeira brings serenity to conscious travellers in a natural setting. Our resort is a secluded property surrounded by nature. From waking up to a salt breeze on the balcony to counting waves as you fall asleep — every guest finds a ritual for connecting with the sea.
In addition, Aethos Ericeira offers the perfect landscape to slow down. The resort lies on Portugal’s surf coast. This retreat finds personal ritual in connectivity with the sea.The retreat, however, is designed for the woman who has already built her wealth — and is now ready to inhabit life with more depth, intimacy, capacity, and ease. Five days of nervous-system expansion, identity elevation, somatic work, feminine wealth calibration, with European slow-living by the sea. April 23-27th, 2026
The Embodied Wealth Retreat At present, this resort is one of the few hosting a wealth retreat. It is north of Lisbon, south of Porto, on the Atlantic Ocean. The Aethos Ericeira, is in a peaceful, serene Portuguese wellness resort, perfect for pondering the nuances beyond financial fulfillment.
Harbor Village Beach Club Bonaire, Kralendijk, Caribbean Netherlands
The Harbour Village Beach Club is a luxury, awards winning resort, situated on a private peninsula near the capital – Kralendijk, on the Island, Bonaire.
Rejuvenate and Celebrate the BODY TEMPLE
In the safe space of community/sisterhood, the participants will explore a wide range of movement and meditation techniques as well as sacred ceremonies to enhance healing, transformation, and new beginnings.
Maija Klamer shares ancient and contemporary practices that take you on an adventure through body, mind, and spirit—rekindling your creative inner fire while also supporting deep rest and spacious stillness. There will be ample time to rest, reflect, and journal, as well as socialize and form new friendships.April 11-15th, 2026.
Montevalle Resort and Spa, Valle de Guadalupe, Mexico – This resort is set on the northern Baja Peninsula it has a natural mediterranean microclimate, and is known for its wine growing and great soil terroir. Because of the ocean breezes from the Pacific Ocean and the Sea of Cortez, and mountains on three sides, it is home to over 150 vineyards.
February 12-15, the couples retreat: the Alchemy of Love
This is a heart-centered couples’ retreat, designed to renew bonds, awaken shared joy, and celebrate couples’ magic.. The resort and retreat combine spaces to unwind, laugh, explore, and remember why we fell in love —in a peaceful setting amid wineries and lavender fields in the valley of Guadalupe in Baja California, Mexico.
Full Moon Women’s Retreat
Join women in a sacred space of renewal, sisterhood, and deep soul transformation. Guided by Sianna Sherman and Lynda Arnold, this 4-day retreat is for women in mid-life transition or seeking a community of support. The retreat blends yoga, ritual, sound journeys, and ceremony to help you reconnect with bodies, awaken inner voices, and honor each unique path under the energy of the full moon. Whether navigating life transitions or simply seeking restorative pause, the person leaves renewed, empowered, and deeply connected..April 1-4th, 2026.
Melia Punta Cana Beach, Dominican Republic – The Melia Punta Cana Beach is an exclusive five-star resort located in the setting of Playa Bávaro, an ideal environment for greater wellness. Enjoy exquisite dining options, a YHI Spa, several swimming pools and Wellness-Inclusive rooms.
Yoga Retreat: Winter Intermission
This retreat allows the person a needful break from the winter chill with five barefoot days in sunny Punta Cana. Twice-daily yoga, relaxation, and luxury accommodations provide a restorative escape. March 4-8, 2026.
Palmaia, House of Aia, Riviera Maya, Mexico – Palmaia is an all -inclusive wellness resort, on the Riviera Maya, where peace and the jungle meet near the Caribbean sea. Wellness is the vision that permeates all aspects of this resort, with oceanfront sites, infinity pools and natural cenotes all within the calming sounds of the sea.
Luxury Wellness Retreat for SOBER Women
This retreat allows the exhausted person to step away from her draining life into a peaceful space designed to restore energy, spirit, and sense of self.
Led by sobriety expert Veronica Valli at Palmaia Resort in Playa del Carmen, this retreat blends wellness therapies, emotional sobriety frameworks, and immersive sisterhood.Date: January 22-25, 2026
The Pilgrimage of the Male Warrior Heart
Reclaim your inner truth, awaken your fire, and lead from a heart-centered place. This four-day transformational retreat at Palmaïa – The House of AïA combines sacred ceremonies, channeled meditations, breathwork, and ancient site activations to guide men through a deep mind-body-spirit transformation. Join a brotherhood of high-caliber men and return home not only renewed—but reborn. Ancestral Energies Activation through a trip to the ruins of Tulum. March 5-8th
The resorts hosting the retreat programs are all wellness-oriented, and the subtexts are related to personal wellness and regeneration – exploring the need for lifestyle change through change of mind and heart. There will be more resorts/retreats in part 2. Stay tuned!
For further information, please contact https://evolveretreats.co
