REVEALED: Luxury lodges in South Africa you should add to your 2021 bucket list
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Luxury game lodges have attracted a string of celebrities and international tourists to our shores. Lodges have incorporated bespoke offerings to lure guests. Here are five luxury lodges that will surpass expectations
Lepogo Lodgesâ Noka Camp
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Lepogo Lodgesâ Noka Camp offsets the carbon footprint of every guest. The camp, located within the 50 000 hectare malaria-free Lapalala Wilderness Reserve, has five stilted villas. Perched atop a 30m cliff overlooking the Palala River, the villas offer pure luxury. The camp is off-grid, with energy self-generated by a 250m solar walkway.
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The art of forest bathing in Whirinaki, Te Urewera and New Zealand s best tree retreats
22 Feb, 2021 10:31 PM
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Forest bathing with Whirinaki Forest Footsteps, Te Urewera. Photo / Supplied
NZ Herald
By: Jessica Cameron
Mention the phrase forest bathing to anyone and you ll invariably hear someone enthuse about their favourite spa or bath hidden in the bush. However, while I m all for soaking it in, that s not, by definition, forest bathing.
Confused yet? Let me explain. Forest bathing is the act of replenishing one s mental health by going for a nature walk. We can thank the Japanese for the term, which was coined it in the early 80s as an antidote to fast-paced urban lifestyles. Since then, a growing body of research has demonstrated the profound positive effects of shinrin-yoku on our mental and physical health.
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24 gorgeous New Zealand retreats to treat yourself
22 Feb, 2021 04:00 PM
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Kauri Cliffs four-bedroom villas were designed by Virgina Fisher, with family in mind. Photo / Supplied
NZ Herald
Jessica Cameron
If you, like many, are breathing a sigh of relief that the hectic summer holiday period is over, you might just be in need of a retreat.
Unlike a holiday , retreats are designed to provide people with the opportunity to reassess and sometimes restart. They re typically dedicated to both disconnecting often from work and technology and reconnecting with ourselves and our loved ones.
But that process will look different for everyone. Where a spa vacation will do the trick for some, an adventure through New Zealand s backcountry and bush might be the answer for others. So, from beach escapes and wellness weekends, to active relaxation holidays and luxurious foodie experiences, we ve rounded up 24 of the best retreats across the country.