Synergy - The Retreat Show is set to explore conscious travel and wellness design

Synergy – The Retreat Show, a new industry event targeting the luxury wellness and travel markets, is gearing up for its inaugural event. 

Taking place from October 25-28, the show is described as the first that is 100 per cent dedicated to the retreat industry ,and is aimed at like-minded wellness and travel professionals. It is said to offer three days of reconnection, networking and idea sharing, set against the stunning backdrop of the Ca Na Xica Hotel and Spa in Ibiza.

Education programming

The show will feature extensive education programming, including talks from more than 50 industry experts who will share their insight and expertise on best business practices, wellness trends in travel, as well as exploring topics such as wellness design, alternative therapies and conscious travel. 

Speakers include: 

• Alberto Apostoli, founder of wellness and spa architecture practice, Studio Apostoli
• Andrew Gibson, international hospitality and wellness expert
• Anna Bjurstam, wellness pioneer at Six Senses
• Leo Tonlin, founder and CEO of SALT Chamber
• Jasmine Hemsley, co-founder of Hemsley + Hemsley
• Claire Way, managing director of Spa Strategy
• Anne Biging, founder and CEO of Healing Hotels of the World
• Marina Efraimoglou, founder of Euphoria Retreat
  
• Julie Bach, founder of Wellness for Cancer
  
• Sallie Fraenkel, EVP of the Gloal Wellness Summit and president of the Mind Body Spirit Network
• John Stewart, founder and chair of Kamalaya Koh Samui Wellness Sanctuary and Holistic Spa
• Sonal Uberoi, founder of Spa Balance Consulting

Delegates will receive a personalised itinerary filled with interactive talks, pre-set meetings, networking opportunities and handpicked experiences in nature.

Luxury wellness

“We’re excited to welcome the top luxury and wellness travel experts at this year’s show, together with some of the leading practitioners and luxury properties of the world from places as far flung as Bali, Thailand, Mexico and Jordan, as well as North America and Jordan” said Synergy – The Retreat Show founder Laura Montesanti, who, with more than 25 years’ experience in luxury wellness, retreats and hospitality, wanted to create opportunities for leading experts across multiple industries to connect. 

“Our aim is to provide our guests with access to exclusive insights trends, and face-to-face meetings, as well as offer solutions to the challenges faced by the ever-changing landscape of the travel industry.

“Our programme of talks, meetings and immersive, transformative experiences will embody the wellness-focussed vibe that is sought out by many,” she added.