Going on holiday alone can feel strange at first. On a health retreat, though, it is completely normal. Many guests come alone, especially for fasting or a check-up. Here you find out why it works so well and what to look out for.
- Many guests travel alone for fasting, Mayr cures and check-ups.
- You set your own pace, without having to fit in with anyone else's plans.
- Look at the single room price and at houses with shared activities.
Why going alone works so well
A health retreat is a very personal thing. Your programme, your food and your rhythm are tailored to you. Travelling alone means no compromises: no shared dinner where the other person drinks wine while you fast.
Many also experience the time alone as a chance to finally think in peace, read or simply do nothing.
What to look out for
A few things make the difference when you travel alone.
- Single room price: many houses charge a supplement, so ask specifically about single rooms
- Shared activities: walks, classes or talks where you meet other guests
- Medical guidance: especially when fasting, it is reassuring to have someone check on you
- Location: a house with nature on the doorstep makes it easy to head out on your own
Travelling alone does not mean being lonely, but being fully with yourself.
What to expect on site
In many houses guests on a programme sit at their own tables, and sometimes there are shared tables for solo travellers. Nobody expects you to socialise, but it often happens naturally, for example on a guided walk.
Who it suits
Anyone who needs time for themselves. People whose partner has no interest in fasting or prevention. And anyone who wants to find out for the first time whether a health retreat is for them.
Frequently asked questions
Is a single room much more expensive?
There is often a supplement, which varies from house to house. The programme price itself is usually the same.
Will I feel out of place alone?
Hardly, in health houses. Many guests travel alone, especially for fasting and Mayr cures.
Is it safe for a woman travelling alone?
The houses we feature are calm, well-run hotels with staff around the clock. Many solo travellers are women.
Luxly does not provide medical advice. Whether a programme suits you is something to discuss with the house's medical team or your own doctor.
