At the gates of 2026, a new trend is consolidated in the world of travel: that of well-being and recovery. Instead of craming the agenda with visits, travelers prefer stays that invite you to disconnect, reconnect with yourself and reflect, both physically and mentally.
Contemplating the sunrise, setting new purposes, enjoying a restful sleep or practicing meditation are today essential experiences when traveling.
In this context, the Korean Tourism Organization (KTO) proposes five getaways designed to recharge and rediscover a more leisurely pace of life.
Wellness and medical care on Jeju Island
On Jeju Island – one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature in the world – on the foothills of Mount Hallasan, a hotel complex that combines luxury services with specialized medical care stands out.
Among the most outstanding experiences is the water massage in floating, accompanied by lights and sounds that favor a deep and multisensory relaxation. A true wellness paradise for visitors looking for relaxation.
Buddhist Magoksa Temple in Gongju
Located between the Gongju mountains, the Magoksa temple has been a place of worship and meditation for more than a thousand years. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, along with six other sansa (Korea’s Buddhist mountain monasteries), it offers a particularly serene atmosphere in winter, between the sound of the bell at dawn and snowy forest trails. Its short stay program at the Templestay monastery allows you to share the daily life of the monks for a few days, promoting silence and introspection.
Marine therapy center on the island of Wando
In the extreme southwest of Korea, Wando-gun County, which covers 265 islands, is home to the country’s first marine healing center, inaugurated in 2023. There are programs that combine spa, massages with sea sludge, seaweed-based food, yoga and meditation, all in an exceptionally preserved natural environment.
Wellness tourism in Yangpyeong
A short distance from Seoul, Yangpyeong-gun County, in Gyeonggi-do province, promotes a model of tourism oriented to well-being and introspection. After a personalized evaluation, visitors receive recommendations for activities adapted to their physical condition, such as forest walks, paragliding or canoe rides, depending on the time of year.
Meditation and nature in Jeongseon
In Gangwon-do province, Jeongseon’s Park Roche Resort & Wellness offers daily meditation, yoga and stretching programs. The property, which also has a library, is located next to the mountain Gariwangsan cable car, from which you can enjoy spectacular views of the Baekdudaegan mountain range.