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A Spa-cation at These Luxury Resorts Will Leave You Oh-So Rejuvenated!

Mayank Kumar

Last updated: Jan 21, 2019

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Goa: Dil Chahta Hai style shots at Chapora Fort; Sernabatim Beach is a great place to get beautiful pictures of the sun setting into the Arabian Sea
Wayanad: Carry your camera and click beautiful birds like Paradise Flycatchers, Lorikeets, Coucals and White-cheeked Barbets

Filmy

Goa remains a favourite destination with many Bollywood filmmakers. Some of the movies shot here include Finding Fanny, Singham 2, Golmaal series, Dil Chahta Hai, etc.
Kashmir: The movie Betaab (Betaab Valley gets its name from this movie), Shahid Kapoor's Haider and Ranbir Kapoor's Rockstar were shot here

See

Goa: Morjim and Arambole Beaches are some of the cleanest in Goa.
Wayanad: Meenmutty Waterfalls ; Pookot Lake, a perfect spot for picnic; Eddava Caves

Shop

Goa: At Ingo’s Saturday Night Bazaar for junk jewellery and t-shirts; Anjuna Flea Market for funky accessories and handicrafts
Kashmir: Head over to JK Government Emporium Overview in Srinagar for exquisite walnut carvings
Wayanad: Jute, handicrafts and spices

Do

Try Paragliding at Calangute Beach, Go dolphin watching at Palolem Beach, Goa
Gondola Ride in Gulmarg
Wayanad: Visit the 300-year-old Varambetta Mosque, old Jain temples and the Pallikunnu Church in Kalpetta

Want To Go ? 
   

Weeks of Christmas celebrations followed by the cheer of New Year has just ended. And it has probably given you no time to take a breather amidst all the festivities. Treat yourself to some soul and body pampering and head to one of these uber-luxurious resorts that not only immerse you in their superior comforts and grandeur but also rejuvenate your senses. With plush wellness spaces, multiple dining areas, private stretches of beaches, and sprawling acreage, these well-appointed resorts will help you escape from the confines of your daily, stressful routines.

The Lalit Golf & Spa Resort, Goa

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Offering 255 spacious suites and 10 luxury villas, The Lalit Golf & Spa Resort, Goa charms you with its Baroque-Portuguese style architecture and traditional Goan design touches. Spending a few days at this charming, luxurious abode nestled amidst well-manicured greenery and having a kilometre-long exclusive beachfront for quick access, is as close as it gets to a dream vacation. Refresh your senses with aroma, ayurvedic, herbal and natural therapies at Rejuve – The Spa or slow down and opt for a yoga routine. Unwind after a fun-filled day at the Jacuzzi if you’re staying at The Legacy Suite or the Villa, or step in the steam bath open to all guests. The resort also features five dining spaces (of which one is a beach shack) where you can de-stress and gorge on scrumptious world cuisines. Sounds like a perfect beach hideout, doesn’t it?
Explore the serenity around: Those wanting to venture out can try fun activities such as dolphin watching, fishing, cooking, and painting.

Location: Raj Baga, Palolem, Canacona, Goa 403702

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The Khyber Himalayan Resort and Spa, Gulmarg

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The Khyber takes you far away from the trappings of your daily life with its charming experiences. As you push the window frames of your plush cottage, admire the snow-laden trees, the valley glistening in sheer white beauty with the sun shining upon it, and the cold breeze brushing your face. Fashioned on European Alpine ski resorts, the rooms are luxuriously furnished and embellished with Kashmiri hand-woven carpets. And of course, don’t miss getting pampered at The Khyber Spa where you can choose from a wide range of fusion beauty recipes created from homegrown seasonal flora mixed with natural L’OCCITANE products and fresh Himalayan water.
Explore the serenity around: If you can brave the cold, indulge in snow activities at the resort, such as skiing, trekking, or go for a guided tour of the meadows to smell the roses.  

Location: Hotel Khyber Rd, Forest Block, Jammu and Kashmir 193403

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The Westin Sohna Resort & Spa, New Delhi And NCR

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A popular weekend getaway from Delhi, The Westin Sohna Resort & Spa features 97 plush abodes categorised as premier rooms and villas for you to enjoy a relaxing stay. From five luxurious dining establishments and a large outdoor pool to a lake that finds it home within the resort walls, there’s nothing here that does not spell soothe and tranquil. But the premier draw of the resort is its rejuvenation centre—Heavenly Spa by Westin™. The spa invites you to its sauna and Jacuzzi before you step in for the therapy, gives you access to the beauty salon, and encourages you to step in the meditation pyramid for hours of uninterrupted calm. Add to that, the fitness studio at the property features all equipment for a comprehensive workout.
Explore the serenity around: When you are in a wellness retreat spread over 37 acres of verdant plains, just exploring its serene and magical surroundings can be a relaxing activity in its own way.

Location: Vatika Complex, P.O. Box Dhaula, Karanki Road, Sohna-Gurgaon, Haryana, 122103

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Moksha Himalaya Spa Resort, Parwanoo

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Perched afar from city snarls, in the lap of Shivalik ranges, the Moksha Himalaya Spa Resort lures you in the world of bliss with its hilltop setting, picturesque vistas, luxury accommodations and a renowned wellness retreat. Large bathtubs and private terraces enhance your unwinding experiences. The spa at Moksha features luxurious therapy rooms with dedicated areas for Ayurveda, Shiatsu, Balinese and European techniques, offering three-to-seven-day detox treatments. You can also take a dip in the outdoor pool or step in the open-air Jacuzzi to keep all your worries at bay. Chefs of the restaurant whip up Thai, Oriental, Continental and Indian cuisines to satiate your food cravings and the tavern serves all kinds of wines, spirits and ales, for you to spend a relaxed evening.
Explore the serenity around: Take a walk amidst the hilly terrains and admire the picturesque vistas around.

Location: c/o Timber Trail Resort, NH 22, Near Village Banasar, Parwanoo, Himachal Pradesh 173220

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The Windflower Resorts & Spa, Wayanad

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Tucked amidst the peaks of Vythiri, a hill station in Wayanad, Kerala, The Windflower Resorts & Spa is a luxury abode for those seeking tranquillity at a short distance from Mysore. The outdoor Jacuzzi is bestowed with the vistas of the lush forest and is bound to relax your mind and body. Head to the holistic wellness centre from the jacuzzi to opt for any of the 22 soothing treatments offered, surrender to the Abhyanga massage that releases toxins out of you, and enjoy the bliss of Shastika Shali Pinda Sweda, a luxurious massage where inhaling the fragrance of saffron, milk, and red rice purify your pores. The chefs at the multi-cuisine restaurants bring scrumptious portions to your plate, as you admire the hues of the horizon from the alfresco seating arena.
Explore the serenity around: As you criss-cross through the trails of the tea and coffee estate to the resort, you are welcomed by bird sounds and the sounds of tree leaves swaying to the winds.

Location:  Annapoorna Estate, Survey No. 40/ 2B, Resurvey No. 330/1, Vythiri Taluk, Achoornam, Kerala 673575

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