Spencer Travel Sydney is set to debut its inaugural customer WELLNESS Collective Day, bringing interested wellness travellers together for a fresh, immersive take on wellbeing, writes Tracey Leitch, Traveltalk’s Health & Wellness expert.

Taking place in Surry Hills on May 23, this dynamic event will blend interactive wellness sessions with insightful presentations from leading voices across the wellness industry.

Designed to inspire, connect and inform, the WELLNESS Collective Day offers attendees the opportunity to experience the latest trends shaping wellness travel while engaging directly with industry experts.

“This has been something I’ve wanted to bring to life for some time” said Penny Spencer, Owner Spencer Travel.

“Wellness has played such an important role in my own journey and I see first hand how powerful it can be when combined with travel. This event is about sharing that with others in a meaningful and inspiring way.”

“This inaugural Wellness event is a natural evolution for Spencer Travel. We’ve always believed travel should do more than take you somewhere—it should transform how you feel.

“The ‘why’ is simple: to create space for our clients and community to reconnect, reset, and be inspired.

“The ‘how’ is through thoughtfully curated experiences, exceptional partners, and meaningful content.

“And the ‘who’ – it’s for anyone seeking balance, purpose, and a deeper connection to the way they live and travel.”

https://spencertravelwellness.com.au/the-wellness-collective/

Seek Tranquillity In A Bhutanese Monastery

Standing tall as the second oldest and second biggest Dzong in Bhutan, the Punakha Dzong is one of the Kingdom’s most majestic structures.

Known as the ‘Palace of Happiness,’ the Punakha Dzong is the administrative centre of the district, located on the confluence of Mo Chuu and Pho Chhu rivers.

Another significant site is the Gangtey Monastery in Gangtey Valley, dedicated to the teachings of Buddhism.

This monastery offers a serene retreat amid the lush, untouched beauty of the valley, welcoming all who seek solace and meditation. This blissful experience is definitely on my wellness bucket list.

https://bhutan.travel/experiences-wellness-and-wellbeing

Thailand’s “Healing is the New Luxury” Campaign

The Tourism Authority of Thailand has launched a new strategy, moving away from mass tourism to focus on high-value wellness travel.

This campaign centres on five pillars – Retreats, Rituals, Reels, Rhythms and Relations – offering experiences that combine traditional Thai healing with modern medical science. Leading the way are renowned wellness retreats Rakxa, Kamalaya and Chiva Som.

Phuket will also host the 20th anniversary of the Global Wellness Summit from November 10-13. This prestigious event will gather international leaders to shape the future of the wellness industry in Thailand and beyond.