Wellness Travel Awards Open For Voting

The Shambala Spa at the COMO Uma Ubud Hotel in Bali, Indonesia. Photo: The COMO Group

Spafinder Wellness 365 has announced the finalists for its annual Wellness Travel Awards contest, and is calling upon travel professionals and travelers to vote for their favorites in 20 categories.

For travel professionals with clients interested in the growing health-and-wellness travel niche, the Wellness Travel Awards site offers a comprehensive list of global possibilities in various niches, from “Best for Couples” to “Best for ‘Wow’ Factor” to “Best for Affordability.”

All voters will be entered in a drawing for a $1,000 Spafinder Wellness 365 gift card.

Travel Market Report wellness expert Anne Dimon is on the panel that chose the finalists this year.

Last year’s regional winners were:                   

• Best in North America: Canyon Ranch, Tucson, AZ
• Best in Africa: Thalaspa Henri Chenot at Lion in the Sun, Malindi, Kenya
• Best in Asia: COMO Shambhala Estate, Bali, Indonesia
• Best in Australia/New Zealand: Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat, Queensland, Australia
• Best in Europe: SHA Wellness Clinic, Alicante, Spain
• Best in South and Central America: Kurotel Longevity Medical Center and Spa, Gramado, Brazil