Dusit Hotels and Resorts expands Well-Fest 2026 in response to growing demand | News
Dusit Hotels and Resorts, Dusit International’s global portfolio of luxury retreats, wellness resorts, lifestyle hotels and modern city stays, invites guests around the world to slow down, reconnect and restore balance through Well-Fest 2026, a month-long celebration of restorative wellness experiences inspired by Global Wellness Day and designed around the evolving needs of today’s traveler.
Running throughout the month of June under the theme ‘Reset I Reconnect I Reignite’, the campaign continues to evolve alongside changing travel behavior worldwide, as more travelers seek experiences that support emotional wellbeing, better sleep, mindfulness, meaningful connection and healthier lifestyles in addition to traditional leisure experiences.
At participating Dusit Hotels and Resorts around the world, guests are invited to start the day with sunrise yoga, mindful movement sessions and sound healing rituals; indulge in wellness dining experiences that celebrate local ingredients; explore restorative sleep experiences; and reconnect through curated activities ranging from ice baths and floating sound therapy to family wellness workshops and moonlight storytelling.
The celebration takes place as part of the continued global growth of wellness tourism. According to the Global Wellness Institute’s Global Wellness Economy Monitor 2025, the global wellness economy reached a record $6.8 trillion in 2024 and is expected to approach $10 trillion by 2029.
“At Dusit, wellness is a key part of the stay experiences we curate for each of our brands, from lifestyle-focused ASAI hotels in vibrant neighborhoods to remote ultra-luxury Devarana Dusit Retreats,” said Florence Jaffre, Corporate Director of Wellness and Kids’ Experience, Dusit International. “Today’s travelers are increasingly looking for experiences that help them slow down, sleep better, feel mentally lighter, reconnect with family and friends, and return home feeling truly restored. Well-Fest celebrates this and reflects our commitment to creating experiences that feel restorative and meaningful across our properties.”
The Well-Fest 2026 program is built around three interconnected themes, inspired by Devarana Wellness, Dusit’s group wellness concept:
• Reset – encourages rest, mindfulness, recovery and deeper balance.
• Reconnect – creating opportunities for shared experiences, community and meaningful connection.
• Reignite – inspiring movement, creativity, vitality and renewed energy.
The campaign also explores wellbeing through three lifestyle dimensions that are increasingly shaping modern hospitality experiences: mindful sleep, nutritious eating and revitalizing play.
Experiences will vary by destination and brand, allowing participating properties to reflect local culture, wellness traditions, culinary heritage and guest preferences through distinctive programming, with packages and pricing tailored per property.
Select properties also offer a Well-Fest Pass, which gives you priority access to workshops and activities, depending on the property.
In Thailand, Michelin Key recognized luxury flagship Dusit Thani Bangkok will offer holistic wellness trips that combine mindful dining, restorative sleep experiences, healthy healing, spa experiences, fitness and personalized wellness rituals inspired by Thai healing traditions. Meanwhile, Dusit Thani Hua Hin will present experiences including ‘Fire & Frost Retreat’ sessions combining Muay Thai and ice baths, ‘Sunset Floating Sound Healing’ and family-oriented wellness activities, while Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket will offer guided cycling tours, mindful beach walks, wellness-focused dining and creative wellness activities inspired by nature and local culture.
In the Maldives, Dusit Thani Maldives invites guests to reconnect with nature through floating sound bath experiences, Ayurvedic-inspired wellness dining and ocean adventures exploring the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll.
In Japan, Michelin Key-recognized Dusit Thani Kyoto will offer immersive wellness experiences inspired by nature and seasonality, including the “Dusit Farm Retreat” program, WATSU healing sessions and sound bath therapy designed to promote deeper connection and relaxation.
Elsewhere in the portfolio, guests can also explore experiences such as “Rope Flow” movement sessions at Dusit Thani Manila, “Sunrise Reset” wellness rituals and “Bedtime Story – Moonlight Tale” evening experiences at Dusit Hotel Le Palais Tu Hoa Hanoi, in addition to additional wellness experiences inspired by local culture, movement, mindfulness and meaningful connection.
The initiative reflects a wider transformation taking place in the hospitality industry, with wellness becoming increasingly intertwined with the overall stay experience rather than being treated as a standalone spa offering. This philosophy forms the core of Devarana Wellness, Dusit’s group wellness concept.
Well-Fest 2026 will take place from June 1 to 30, 2026 at participating Dusit Hotels and Resorts worldwide.
For more information and participating destinations, visit www.dusit.com/well-fest/
