The autumn season is undoubtedly the perfect time to embrace a healthy lifestyle, aimed at recharging your batteries for the tough winter ahead. It’s the ideal moment for a ‘slowlife’ getaway to places that invite you to slow down your usual hectic pace or break away from the routine; places that promote healthy eating and relaxing activities such as yoga or meditation, and most importantly, to reconnect with yourself.
FUERTEVENTURA
What characterizes this Canary Island, named a biosphere reserve by UNESCO, is its wild landscapes, pure nature, and the power of silence. It has three must-visit spots, El Cotillo, Corralejo, or Majanicho, as they offer the best views from the top of the dunes, places where relaxation, meditation, and yoga become unique experiences. In the latter two, surfing is also popular, as the waves are World Class, perfect for sport enthusiasts, according to experts. But there's so much more to enjoy on this island. We invite you to explore it in one of our hotels in Fuerteventura.
MARBELLA
It is famous for having a microclimate that offers warm and sunny autumns, where you can fully enjoy outdoor life. Therefore, early in the morning, it is very common to see the city’s beaches filled with people walking, practicing yoga and Pilates, or simply meditating for a few minutes while contemplating the Mediterranean. You can also enjoy those views from your room window in our 4-star hotel in Marbella. It is also worth noting the **increase in activities like golf, tennis, and paddle tennis.
PRAIA DO FORTE
This paradisiacal and long Brazilian beach, washed by the Atlantic Ocean and belonging to the festive and vibrant city of Salvador de Bahia, is the ideal destination for practicing water sports in its wonderful crystal-clear waters. As an added bonus, it also has an area dedicated to an ecological reserve of native flora and fauna, perfect for evening walks. What are the two most popular experiences? A canoe ride along the Timeantube River, observing mangroves and various bird species, and a visit to Tamar, the national headquarters for the protection of sea turtles. And, of course, this experience can be even more spectacular when accompanied by the 5-star Iberostar Hotels in Praia do Forte.
BAYAHÍBE
This former fishing village in Dominican Republic has been transformed into a paradisiacal destination for relaxation and well-being, promoting a healthy lifestyle and outdoor sports. Therefore, there are plenty of yoga, Pilates, or Tai Chi classes in open spaces, as they aim to hold them in direct contact with nature. And if there's one activity to highlight, it’s undoubtedly scuba diving, due to the number of marine species that can be observed in just one dive. Along the way, you can admire two pirate ships sunken in its waters many years ago. A bonus? Finish the day with a bath in one of its jagüeyes – underground lakes in sunken caves. The Iberostar Selection Hacienda Dominicus offers you a 5-star all-inclusive stay, making it the perfect beachfront setting to enjoy relaxing and luxurious holidays in the Caribbean.
IBIZA
When normality returns to the Pitiusa island, Ibiza becomes the epicenter of a calm and slow-paced life. Therefore, it is an ideal destination to practice two types of yoga: Hatha, which combines breathing and meditation with various postures, and Aero yoga, which combines suspension and weightlessness. For lunch, a highly recommended spot by locals is Wild Beets, a place where all the products are one hundred percent organic, and the plants from their own garden are an essential part of the proposal. Santa Eulalia del Río is the perfect place for your stay on the island. That’s why Iberostar offers you a 4-star adults-only hotel in Ibiza, so tranquility and intimacy are your great travel companions.
DJERBA
The locals say you will know you have arrived at the destination when you perceive the intense smell of lotus flower. Also called the “island of golden sands,” it can be explored by bike starting from the village of Guellala to visit –and maybe buy– some typical pottery workshops of Tunisia. A must-visit is stopping by one of its most famous beaches, such as Rass Taguerness, with its photographed red and white lighthouse, or Seguia, which boasts almost virgin landscapes, ideal for meditation. And you can't miss the stay offered by Iberostar. With a 4-star hotel with a spa in Djerba, the Iberostar Waves Mehari Djerba is the perfect place to escape. Another option in Tunisia is to head to Mahdia to enjoy a thalassotherapy treatment to experience the many benefits of seawater.
CRETE
This well-known and visited Greek island, famous for its variety of vegetables and rich olive oil, encourages hiking and cycling due to its orography. With a bike or good boots, you can explore routes of all levels on any of its mountains: Lefka Ori to the west, Mount Ida in the center, or Dikti to the east. Similarly, the pleasant autumn temperatures invite you to take a dip in one of its famous Aegean Sea beaches, and discover the marine biodiversity it offers. The must-visit ones are Elafonisi, Vai, or Balos Lagoon. And after a day of sports, there is no better way to relax than in one of our 4-star hotels in Crete, two beachfront resorts with all the amenities, ensuring your vacation in Greece will be a guaranteed success.
RIVIERA MAYA
This delightful Mexican corner is the paradise of nature and healthy living. Moreover, it is the only place in the world where you can enjoy the beauty of the cenotes and, for the more adventurous, dive into their depths to marvel at natural landscapes of unimaginable splendor. One of the most famous is Dos Ojos, near Tulum, which is over 120 meters deep and is perfect for all lovers of cave diving. To recharge your energy, you must try the local drink known as the “drink of kings,” a horchata-like drink made with rice, water, milk, cinnamon, and sugar. But, without a doubt, the best way to replenish your energy is with a well-deserved rest in one of the many hotels in Riviera Maya. Iberostar Hotels & Resorts has 7 hotels in Riviera Maya, located between Playa del Carmen and Playa Paraíso, two of the most beautiful places in the area.
AGADIR
This area, located on the Atlantic coast of Morocco, boasts more than 12 km of endless and wild beaches where absolute tranquility can be found, and autumn temperatures that allow for the occasional swim. A straight line of kilometers of white sand, crystal-clear waters, wild vegetation, and silence, where it is very common to find groups practicing water sports, especially surfing and windsurfing, yoga classes, or mindfulness experiences. Another must-see stop is to explore the fascinating world of Argan oil production, known for its beneficial properties for the skin, in one of the women’s cooperatives.
