The global wellness economy is predicted to be worth $9 trillion by 2028, according to the Global Wellness Institute. That’s big business — and the Caribbean is well-positioned to meet the demand, with an ever-growing range of services designed to satisfy diverse definitions of the concept.
From women's health programs to celestial experiences and “natural immersion,” here’s an overview of some of the latest offerings around the region.
Women's Wellness Experiences
Among the emerging wellness trends in the Caribbean is specialized programming focused on women's health. Cayo Levantado Resort, an all-inclusive private island resort in the Dominican Republic, recently debuted a new portfolio of experiences in this category at its Yubarta wellness center. Options include menstrual health coaching, pre- and post-natal yoga classes, baby yoga and a women’s circle that encourages participants to meditate and explore their own wisdom and strength.
Guests can enjoy fresh fruit at Cayo Levantado Resort.
Credit: 2025 Cayo Levantado ResortIn Barbados, meanwhile, the all-inclusive O2 Beach Club & Spa offers treatments designed to help manage menopause symptoms. The Vagus Nerve Meditative Massage, for example, includes the use of aromatic compresses, neck and body massage, cranial holds and essential oils to promote meditation, balance the nervous system and treat symptoms of menopause.
The Palms in Turks and Caicos offers similarly focused programs. Its recently launched Infrared Body Melt Treatment features an abdominal massage to ease cramps and bloating and help improve circulation.
In Touch With Your Surroundings
Travelers looking for inner peace while stargazing may want to consider a stay at Sea Breeze Beach House, an all-inclusive resort in Barbados where resident astronomer Leo Branch treats guests to a monthly program that focuses on the beauty of the night sky.
Also focused on the skies is the new Zemi Miches All-Inclusive Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton, which opens in June. The property has announced plans to offer “celestial ceremonies” and therapies inspired by the traditions of the Indigenous Taino civilization, including Taino new and full moon ceremonies.
Holistic Approaches and Natural Immersion
The Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach Resort & Spa is among the Caribbean hotels that exemplify the trend toward comprehensive wellness and nature-based experiences. Its team of wellness professionals offers an array of activities, including beach yoga, paddleboard clinics and spa treatments. Michael Zolcak, the property’s general manager of outdoor operations and spa, oversees the offerings, which also include guided runs as part of the RunWestin program. Guests can also make use of an app that features a digital map for solo runs.
Team of wellness professionals at the Westin Grand Cayman Seven Mile Beach
Credit: 2025 The Westin Grand CaymanNatural immersion wellness, meanwhile, is one of several health experiences at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas. The signature activity in this category is the Maho Turtle Snorkel Sail, which takes guests to Virgin Islands National Park, where they can snorkel alongside green and hawksbill sea turtles in Maho Bay. The outing is meant to foster a deeper connection with the marine world, according to the hotel.
Also specializing in immersing vacationers in a peaceful natural setting is Trinidad and Tobago-based Hadco Experiences. The company offers forest bathing, guided nature walks and birdwatching tours, with participants invited to spot some of the 470 species that make their homes in destination’s nature reserves.
The relaxing spa at Cayo Levantado Resort
Credit: 2025 Cayo Levantado ResortSustainable Wellness
As demand for more sustainable vacations has grown, so, too, has the ability for hoteliers to integrate eco-friendly practices with wellness programs. Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club, for example, aims to provide guests with healthful and environmentally conscious dining thanks to its organic, hydroponic farm, a 10,000-square-foot area that supplies 90% of the ingredients used at the resort. Surplus food is given to the local community.
Sustainability is also a goal at Hotel Manapany, a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts in St. Barth. The property uses ingredients from the island in its organic spa treatments and uses organic ingredients in its menus. Similarly, Sailrock South Caicos, a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, offers beachfront yoga sessions and outdoor spa treatments infused with island botanicals.
