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Sports travel bucket list: a fusion of fitness and wellness at Pine Cliffs

Sports travellers who are looking to increase their fitness while enjoying some rest and relaxation should consider a trip to Pine Cliffs, a Luxury Collection Resort in the Algarve, Portugal. The resort is inviting guests to renew and recharge at its ‘Fitness & Wellness Fusion’ retreat, which will take place from 6-11 June 2025.

The six-day retreat is designed to boost physical strength and mental clarity, providing an inspiring escape within breathtaking surroundings. Daily workouts will be held in a variety of locations around the resort, from the beach and cliff tops to fully equipped gym and studio spaces. The curated programme includes a beach bootcamp, stretching, hydro Pilates and mat Pilates, HIIT, core and conditioning, and hiking on the cliffs. Suitable for all fitness levels, the classes are led by Pine Cliffs’ highly qualified and experienced instructor Josué Rosa. 

After the invigorating exercise routines, rejuvenating treatments, await at the Spa, Serenity – The Art of Well Being, ensuring a holistic approach to overall wellbeing. The retreat offers the convenience of full board meals, carefully crafted in a healthy concept. 

Maria d’ Orey, global director of Serenity Spa, said: “Guests will not only enhance their fitness but also make new connections through the group activities and shared experiences, which we believe significantly enriches their overall wellness journey”. 

During their stay, guests can enjoy all the facilities at Pine Cliffs Resort, with its pristine pools, sandy beach, nine-hole golf course and tennis academy, providing the ultimate setting for a wellness journey. Also included is complimentary access to Thermal Oasis at Serenity, which features a steam room, Kneipp pool, hydrotherapy pool, herbal sauna, sauna with Himalayan salt, ice fountain, experience showers, outdoor Jacuzzi, indoor and outdoor relaxation areas.

Pine Cliffs, a Luxury Collection Resort in the Algarve, Portugal, is hosting a 'Fitness and Wellness Fusion' retreat from 6-11 June 2025.

What’s included?

  • Five nights’ accommodation 
  • Daily fitness workouts 
  • Healthy breakfast, lunch and dinner and daily detox juice 
  • Spa treatments – 1x deep massage (50 mins), 1 x holistic massage (50 mins), 2x cryotherapy sessions 
  • Fitness welcome bag 
  • Daily use of towels and sun-beds at the resort pool’s and private beach concession
  • Price: from €2,224/£1,862 per person staying in Pine Cliffs Hotel Deluxe Room with Resort View, including all meals
  • How to book: activebyserenity.com

For more information see pinecliffs.com and serenity-spa.com 

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