It should come as no surprise that Central and South America have woken up to the booming multi-billion dollar industry that is wellness, one of the most thriving sectors of the travel industry for several years now. Why? Well, a liberal sprinkling of indigenous cultures famed for their spiritual rituals (enter the Maya and the Inca), and an astounding topography to draw upon (spas and retreats can utilise rainforest, Caribbean beaches, crystalline underground lakes, abundant thermal waters, volcanoes and even vineyards).
Wellness in Latin America was traditionally a part of everyday life, and not an elitist thing. Common people expected to be able to wallow in volcanic mud and natural thermal spas for their health, and for next to nothing. Now, there are a whole new spectrum of top-end wellness getaways too…
This on Latin American wellness for Lonely Planet…
The Top Wellness Spots in Latin America
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