Kick back in the Caribbean BodyHoliday, Saint Lucia

Green juices, beach workouts and supercharged facials: more and more of us are swapping piña coladas and indulgent food for a healthier, but no less glamorous, holiday.

- Maria Boyle

This concept is nothing new for the Barnard family, who founded BodyHoliday in Saint Lucia in the Eighties. They must be doing something right, as they boast one of the highest repeat guest rates of any wellness resort worldwide. As a first-time visitor I was in the minority. The secret? There’s no guilt, no judgment — just feel-good activities, complimentary treatments, and incredible food and drink.

Located in the north-west of the Caribbean island, the resort is on a road framed by tropical gardens which lead to its impressive beachfront setting. Once inside, the style is a mix of Caribbean cues and contemporary touches, all designed to promote relaxation, rejuvenation and a sense of space, place and balance. Think natural materials and a calm palette of whites, blues and greens reminiscent of the sea and jungle.