Wellness Retreat Chain Introduces Mindfulness & Medical Detox Packages
New physician-supervised program combines evidence-based detoxification with mindfulness training to address post-pandemic health concerns
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – November 26, 2025 – Serenity Wellness Resorts, a leading destination wellness chain with 12 properties across the United States, today announced the launch of its pioneering Mindfulness & Medical Detox Packages, marking the hospitality industry’s first comprehensive integration of clinical detoxification protocols with evidence-based mindfulness training. The new offering responds to mounting consumer demand for scientifically validated wellness interventions amid record growth in the $954.11 billion global wellness tourism market.
The program launch coincides with data from the Global Wellness Institute showing wellness tourism expenditures reached $894 billion in 2024, representing 6.4 percent annual growth as travelers increasingly prioritize preventive health experiences over traditional leisure vacations. Mental wellness specifically has emerged as the fastest-growing segment, expanding at 12.4 percent annually as consumers seek solutions for stress-related disorders exacerbated by modern lifestyles.
“After three years of development with our medical advisory board, we’ve created something that transcends the typical ‘cleanse’ retreat,” said Dr. Rebecca Chen, Serenity Wellness Resorts’ Chief Medical Officer and former Mayo Clinic integrative medicine specialist. “Our protocol combines 24-hour physician supervision with biomarker monitoring alongside intensive mindfulness training shown in peer-reviewed studies to reduce inflammatory markers IL-6 and IL-8 while increasing anti-inflammatory IL-10 levels.”
The four-day, three-night residential packages begin with comprehensive metabolic and toxicity screenings at each property’s on-site medical center. Participants receive personalized detoxification protocols administered by board-certified physicians, including nutritional support, IV therapy, and sauna treatments. Concurrently, guests complete 18 hours of guided mindfulness training based on Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) principles, with demonstrated efficacy in reducing perceived stress scores by 8.85 points and anxiety levels by 12.39 points over short-term retreats, according to 2022 research published in Psychoneuroendocrinology.
Each property has appointed a dedicated Mindfulness Director—typically a psychologist or licensed therapist with advanced meditation training—to lead sessions in dedicated contemplation spaces. The program includes daily body scans, breathwork, and nature-based mindful walking, plus individualized coaching on integrating practices into post-retreat life. Medical monitoring continues throughout, with twice-daily biomarker assessments tracking cortisol levels and inflammatory cytokines.
Market analysis indicates robust demand for such integrated offerings. The mindfulness retreat market alone reached $4.3 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow at 8.2 percent annually through 2033, while the broader wellness tourism sector is expected to hit $1.68 trillion by 2030. Domestic wellness travelers currently spend 175 percent more per trip than average tourists, with primary wellness travelers—those whose main trip purpose is wellness—accounting for 17 percent of market share but driving disproportionate revenue.
“The pandemic fundamentally rewired how people think about health,” said Marcus Thornton, Serenity Wellness Resorts’ CEO. “We’re seeing a 40 percent increase in bookings from guests specifically seeking medically credible programs that address both physiological and psychological well-being. Our new packages meet that demand while maintaining the luxury experience our brand represents.”
The initial rollout includes three package tiers: Essential ($3,850), Enhanced ($5,200) with additional spa therapies, and Executive ($7,400) featuring private medical consultations and extended follow-up care. All packages include accommodations, organic meals, airport transfers, and six months of virtual post-retreat support through Serenity’s proprietary app. The program debuts December 15, 2025, at properties in Arizona, California, Texas, and Florida, with full chain-wide implementation by March 2026.
About Serenity Wellness Resorts
Founded in 2012, Serenity Wellness Resorts operates 12 luxury wellness destinations across the United States, combining evidence-based medical care with holistic healing traditions. Each property features on-site medical centers staffed by board-certified physicians, licensed therapists, and certified wellness practitioners. The company has pioneered numerous industry-first programs, including genetic-based nutrition counseling and sleep optimization protocols. Serenity’s resorts have received consecutive Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star ratings since 2019 and host approximately 45,000 guest stays annually. The company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, with expansion plans for three additional properties by 2027. For more information, visit www.serenitywellnessresorts.com.
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