Travel and hospitality
May 2, 2019
Spa treatments are still a popular aspect of wellness travel. Image credit: Mandarin Oriental
By Sarah Ramirez
More than 80 percent of affluents are interested in wellness travel, as global demand grows for experiences that emphasize physical and mental wellbeing.
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