Kamalaya, Koh Samui, Thailand www.kamalaya.com

Located on the tropical Thai island of Koh Samui and centred around a monk’s cave, Kamalaya Wellness Santuary and Holistic Spa offers detoxifcation with spiritual benefits.

The detox program at the retreat is science-based with toxins safely removed from the body with nutritional and herbal support to reduce side-effects.

The Raj, Iowa, US www.theraj.com

The Raj Maharishi Ayurvedic Health Spa in Iowa has been running for 15 years and helps guests gain an understanding of how the various aspects of their lives are interrelated and contribute either positively or negatively to their overall wellbeing.

A stay at the Raj involves meeting with an Ayurveda health consultant, who will then provide customised treatments for weight loss, depression, asthma, menopause and many other conditions.

Elemental Embrace, Ontario, Canada www.elementalembrace.com

Elemental Embrace is located in Ontario and says their use of the timeless medical and wholesome Ayurvedic science is what differentiates them from a pampering and beauty spa.

The focus is on the individual, with a maximum of 14 guests staying at the retreat at a time.

Sanoviv Medical Institute, Mexico www.sanoviv.com

Sanoviv Medical Institute in Mexico blends state of the art 21st century medicine with an upscale luxury atmosphere.

They treat many auto-immune and neurodegenerative diseases such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis, Lupus, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer's.

Along with ocean-front accommodation and 100 per cent organic meals, guests are provided with natural-fibre clothing so the suitcase can be left at home.

The program begins with comprehensive testing to detect the underlying factors that contribute to the development of illnesses and to seek natural non-toxic treatment as an alternative to medication.

Camp Eden, Australia www.campeden.com.au

Camp Eden is located on 290 acres of tropical rainforest in Queensland’s Currumbin Valley. The luxury spa incorporates ecologically sensitive accommodation and offers four lifestyle enhancement packages: weight management, personal development, indulgence and changing habits.

Activities include abseiling, tribal dance class, volleyball and laughing yoga.

Pujjis, New Zealand www.pujjis.com

With only four guest rooms Pujjis Wellness Retreat in New Zealand takes an intimate approach to rejuvenating the body and mind.

Fasting is part of the retreat’s detoxification program, which uses fresh fruit and vegetable juices, supplemented by a variety of cleansing herbs and a range of Yogic cleansing techniques.