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July 2026 It’s been a busy month for sports fanatics (think the World Cup and Wimbledon), so this newsletter pays homage to the players and the fans participating in these events. For starters, there’s Jannik Sinner, two-time Wimbledon champion. Like Novak Djokovic before him (with Aman), Sinner has teamed up with a travel company to develop a wellness program. In Sinner’s case, he is collaborating with MSC’s Explora Journeys cruise line. The Sinner-inspired In Balance program is a guided wellness journey offering guests a considered approach to movement, recovery and mindful performance. The growing cruise line also features a wide collection of other onboard initiatives designed to enhance wellbeing, including energy, relaxation, sleep, mindfulness and […]

June 2026 Happy Summer! Are you inundated with clients trying to come up with last-minute summer vacation plans? Or have you moved on to autumn bookings? Either way, Wellness Travel University is a great resource for discovering the world’s top destinations, resorts and wellness modalities. Check out the site, and if you haven’t yet done so, enroll in the Gold Course. Organic Spa recently hosted its annual Wellness Around the Globe Symposium in New York City, attended by more than 100 members of the media. The whole event was recorded, and sessions can be watched here. Especially pertinent for advisors are the sessions on Trends in Wellness & Transformative Travel; Wellness Your Way—Customized Travel

May 2026 According to everything we are reading these days, more and more people are opting for summer vacation plans closer to home. Rising airfares, whopping gas prices and overall uncertainty seem to be fueling the trend. The good news is that wellness travel options can be found just about everywhere, from the countryside to the coastline to the city. In this month’s news digest, we are serving up some suggestions for urban respites. While it might seem odd to check into a spa hotel while staying in a busy city, hear us out. Your editor was recently on Day 12 of a 15-day trip to Italy. Exhausted from non-stop

April 2026 With spring break over, families from coast to coast are pondering summer getaways. It often can be a challenge to combine a trip with kids with a healthy dose of wellness. But we’ve visited several places during the past year that, while not wellness resorts per se, provide enough amenities to keep parents chill while the kids are doing their thing. When planning healthy-ish family trips for clients, a good bet is starting with an oceanside resort. After all, a simple barefoot beach walk is one of the healthiest activities available, between the exercise and the negative ions. It may sound woo-woo, but negative ions, molecules created by

March 2026 The editors at Organic Spa are busy wrapping up a new issue of The Art of Well-Being. This must-have guide, which features sections on travel, living, beauty and more, will be out at the end of April. Visit www.organicspamagazine.com to snag an issue. Meanwhile, we recently got back from a week-long trip soaking up the thermal waters of Southern California. Among the places visited were Murrieta Hot Springs in Murrieta (natch) and Two Bunch Palms in Desert Hot Springs. Both lived up to their five-star-plus accolades and are great suggestions for your high-end wellness clients. But for those looking for something a little less pricey, Azure Palms Hot

February 2026 Want to trot to Turkey for a free wellness stay? It can happen to you, if you tune in live to a Wellness Travel University special webinar on March 25, presented by Six Senses. The educational session will provide strategies for selling Six Senses group getaways to clients ranging from multi-generational family clans to corporate teams. Plus, one live attendee will win a complimentary three-night stay at Six Senses Kaplankaya in Bodrum, Turkey. Who wouldn’t want to gobble that up?! During this session, we’ll cover: How advisors can position wellness, retreats, and reconnecting experiences for groups How Six Senses works with group partners A look at Six Senses

January 2026 Wellness travel is booming and the proof is in the numbers. According to the Global Wellness Institute, over the next four years, wellness tourism will grow 9.1 percent, while the thermal and mineral springs sector is expected to expand by 10 percent. Given the continuing increase in interest, it’s a good idea to educate yourself on the sector by taking the Wellness Travel University Gold Course. The course offers a holistic view of wellness travel options. Those who complete the course get access to a range of additional educational tools, including special courses, webinars and more. Meantime, with the Olympics coming up, all eyes will be turning to

December 2025 Holiday Greetings! No matter what you celebrate, we here at Wellness Travel University hope the season is filled with joy and good cheer.   As the year comes to a close, we want to remind you of all of the benefits of becoming a WTU Gold Certified Travel Advisor. Aside from being highlighted as a wellness expert within the Advisors section of our website, you will also have access to a wealth of information that will help you plan trips for your clients. Among our offerings are specialty courses and webinars. In fact, we are very excited about working with Six Senses to present quarterly webinars featuring cutting-edge

November 2025 Winter is setting in. Temperatures are plunging and sunshine is sparse. With the seasonal blues descending, it’s the perfect time to sell your clients on a vibrant wellness vacation. In this month’s newsletter, we feature both warm-weather and cold-weather destinations where wellness seekers can nurture their bodies and spirits. At Wellness Travel University, we love introducing you to little-known wellness destinations around the world. This month, we are debuting a new specialty course featuring the Fukui prefecture, located on the Sea of Japan north of Kyoto. The scenic area offers a bounty of wellness opportunities for the traveler who likes to get off the beaten path. WTU Gold

October 2025 Entering our third year, Wellness Travel University is getting a refresh! The updated platform includes expanded content and certification features, multilingual access (27 languages and counting), and a new homepage design. The latter offers an improved use experience, making it easier for you to access training materials, stay updated on trends, and connect with fellow professionals. Plus, GOLD certified advisors now receive enhanced visibility, with photos and bios featured for easy search and client access. In addition to course expansions and certifications, we will continue to deliver monthly newsletters featuring wellness travel trends; hosted webinars with leading industry experts; sweepstakes and exclusive incentives; and access to Organic Spa Magazine’s premium