Escape to an Orlando wellness retreat featuring spa services, sound baths, guest speakers, and outdoor activities at a premier luxury resort.

Orlando Wellness Retreat

This August, Orlando locals and visitors alike are invited to disconnect from the daily grind and reconnect with themselves at a three-day wellness retreat at Grande Lakes Orlando, a 500-acre luxury resort nestled at the headwaters of the Florida Everglades.

Anchored by The Ritz-Carlton Orlando and JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes is bringing its tranquil setting and top-tier amenities to the forefront with a restorative wellness experience designed to heal the mind, body, and soul. Hosted by The Ritz-Carlton Spa, the Orlando Wellness Retreat blends world-class spa services, enriching programming, and immersive outdoor activities into an all-inclusive journey toward lasting well-being.

“Wellness is no longer just a buzzword, but must be integrated into everything we do—specifically how we travel,” said Tony Angel, director of spa at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando. “This curated and holistic retreat helps guests leave not only feeling refreshed, but equipped with tangible practices they can incorporate into daily life.”

Orlando Wellness Retreat: A Three-Day Journey to Wellness

The Orlando Wellness Retreat kicks off with a welcome lunch at Vitale, Spa Café, followed by indulgent spa treatments, Cryotherapy, and laid-back poolside lounging. As the sun sets, guests gather for an evening welcome dinner at Fairways, followed by a tranquil floating and sound bath meditation.

Day two ramps up the energy with options like sunrise kayaking, fishing, or a 5K run/walk. Attendees can choose from an array of fitness sessions—pickleball, bootcamp, or yoga—while enjoying curated meals and engaging guest speaker panels. The final day focuses on reflection, with a slower pace, restorative spa time, and a farewell meditation to close out the experience.

Notable Guests and Thought Leaders

Among the retreat’s featured speakers are former NBA player Charles “Bo” Outlaw and Amanda Thebe, renowned wellness expert and author of Menopocalypse. Their insights promise to spark meaningful conversations around longevity, balance, and thriving through life’s transitions.

Orlando Wellness Retreat: Sponsors Elevating the Experience

The Orlando Wellness Retreat is sponsored by a curated collection of wellness brands:

  • Bathorium, known for clean-ingredient bath products
  • Fountain Life, pioneers in healthspan and lifespan optimization
  • Essence One, creators of therapeutic essential oils
  • HX Expeditions, a boutique travel brand focused on rare destinations

Each attendee will leave with a gift bag valued at $300, featuring hand-selected products from these partners.

Tickets and Access

Orlando locals can attend via day passes, while out-of-town guests can opt for overnight packages at the resort. Whether you’re seeking a weekend of serenity or a deep dive into holistic health, this retreat offers a rare chance to recharge amid Grande Lakes’ lush, scenic beauty. For more details and booking, visit GrandeLakes.com or contact The Ritz-Carlton Spa directly.

Grande Lakes Orlando

Grande Lakes Orlando is a sprawling 500‑acre luxury resort nestled in the headwaters of the Florida Everglades, combining natural beauty with five‑star amenities. Anchored by The Ritz‑Carlton Orlando (approximately 580 rooms) and JW Marriott Orlando (1,000 rooms), this resort blends Mediterranean and classical Floridian themes across its architecture and grounds.

Guests can indulge in a 40,000 sq ft nature‑inspired spa with 40 treatment rooms, advanced wellness services like robot‑powered massages, Spa Café dining with farm‑to‑table menus, and a Solaire heated pool exclusively for adults. A Greg Norman‑designed championship 18‑hole golf course, certified by Audubon, winds through the lush grounds.

For families and fun‑seekers, the resort’s new water park offers a lazy river, Headwaters Slide Tower with three heated slides, a water obstacle course, cabanas, and poolside dining by Knife Burger. Outdoor activities abound, including mountain biking, eco-tours of Shingle Creek, sunrise safaris, falconry, fishing on eleven lakes, bocce ball, tennis, and pickleball courts.

With seasonal programming like GLO Summer, holiday markets, exclusive dinners, and wellness experiences, Grande Lakes Orlando offers a refined escape for relaxation, adventure, and holistic wellbeing.

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Jon Self

Jon Self is an avid theme park fan. You can follow him at @pastorjonself on X/ Twitter or Jon.Self.37 at Instagram. He has been writing and editing in the theme park media world for over a decade. He also writes for several "foodie" sites as well as in the faith-based world.