Why midlife travellers are choosing wellness retreats over beach holidays

Today, wellness retreats are helping people navigate this phase. Dr Ravi Parihar, of Tulah Clinical Wellness in Kerala, says, “Guests increasingly seek support for perimenopause, menopause, post-burnout recovery, healthy and preparing for major milestones such as turning 50 or 60. Poor sleep is the most frequent concern, followed by fatigue, weight gain, hormonal changes, chronic stress, anxiety and declining energy.” Programmes begin with medical consultations, diagnostics, lifestyle assessments and wellbeing evaluations, and may combine nutrition, movement, physiotherapy, sleep optimisation, Ayurveda, mindfulness, breathwork and emotional support.