The 2026 Men's Health Travel Awards highlight a new kind of getaway: one that blends movement, recovery, design, and memorable landscapes. From Arctic routes and Alpine retreats to desert sanctuaries and beachside hideaways, the selected properties were personally visited by the magazine's editors and writers over the past year.
The list spans a wide range of experiences, but the common thread is clear: these destinations are built for travelers who want more than a standard stay. Some focus on outdoor adventure, with hiking, biking, kayaking, skiing, and trail access just steps away. Others lean into wellness with saunas, cold plunges, meditation, massage, breathwork, and spa programs shaped around restoration.
Among the standouts are Virgin Voyages, which pairs cruising with fitness and wellness activities on board; Hotel Tofana Cortina in Italy, where Alpine adventure meets spa recovery; and Outbound Sedona, designed around red-rock scenery and active pursuits like tennis and pickleball. In Costa Rica, Playa Cativo Eco Lodge and Villa Avellana reflect the growing appeal of nature-rich, low-impact escapes.
The awards also recognize hotels and resorts that elevate urban travel. In Tokyo, Park Hyatt Tokyo and JW Marriott Tokyo combine skyline views with modern wellness spaces. In London, Nobu Hotel London Portman Square brings a forward-looking approach to recovery and health-focused hospitality. Meanwhile, properties such as Miraval Berkshires Resort & Spa, Castle Hot Springs, and Four Seasons Georgetown show how luxury travel is increasingly centered on intentional rest and personalized experiences.
Across continents and climates, the 2026 selections point to a broader shift in travel culture: destinations are becoming more immersive, more restorative, and more tailored to how people want to feel when they return home. This evolution suggests a future where travel is designed not just to impress, but to renew.
