Tim Peck

Wellness today is an essential lifestyle.

More than half the world’s population now reside in cities, living demanding, urban lives, which naturally leads to the urge to escape and recharge.

Just as travel has evolved in the last century, so has what people expect from it. It has evolved from a luxury pursuit to the quest for memorable experiences and life-changing encounters.

As travelers, we desire to get even further away from our everyday worlds, to experience pristine natural environments well off the beaten path. Affluent demographics seek an upgraded immersion while ...

Editor’s note: This is the second in a three-party series on hotel trends. Read part 1, “Hotel trends: How to stay ahead of the curve.” The third installment will be published Monday, 20 February.