British Travel Journal

LUXURY SUMMER Stays

1 BEST FOR WELLNESS

Combe Grove, Bath

For health benefits that will last a lifetime, make wellbeing a priority this summer and sign up to a comprehensive, holistic programme, such as the Metabolic Health Retreat at Combe Grove. This medi-spa has peaceful valley views from a hillside outside Bath. Its weeklong programme comes with 48 weeks of follow-up support to keep you on track even after you’ve checked-out. Specialisms within the year-round programme include pre-diabetes, menopause and food addiction. Combe Grove’s outdoor pool overlooks ancient woodland, while the spa has a Scandi-style indoor pool and a nature-inspired gym. Accommodation is on site and in-room amenities are individually tailored to make stays more comfortable.

→ A week’s Metabolic Health Retreat, with a three-week lead-in and year-long support from £2,600, various dates; combegrove.com

2 BEST FOR SOLO TRAVELLERS

The Fife Arms, Braemar

With a wealth of cultural and outdoor activities available

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