Wellness Blog in the Canary Islands

We’ve put together a selection of tips to help our guests make the most of their "me" time in Tenerife. These recommendations are based on what has worked best for guests who have visited before. A private retreat in Tenerife offers the perfect opportunity to unwind, recharge, and reconnect with yourself. At MBestcare, we want to ensure that your wellness holiday is as beneficial as possible. Here’s how you can make the most of your s...

Tenerife is perfect in November As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, November often marks the beginning of the winter blues in much of the world. It’s the season of gray skies, heavy coats, and long, dark nights. For many, this time of year brings a sense of hibernation, a call to retreat indoors. But there’s a place where November offers warmth, sunshine, and a unique opportunity to rejuvenate both mind and body - the Can...

Tenerife’s northern coast, with its lush landscapes and volcanic terrain, holds many secrets waiting to be discovered by those seeking a deeper connection with nature. One such hidden gem is Playa Bollullo, a secluded black-sand beach located just a short walk from the bustling town of Puerto de la Cruz where many of our guests are accommodated. To walk towards Bollullo is more than just a walk; it’s a path to serenity, offering oppor...

The Future of Wellbeing Holidays in Tenerife: Embrace the Ultimate Rejuvenation Experience with MBestcare Tenerife, the largest of Spain’s Canary Islands, has long been a favorite destination for travelers seeking sun-soaked beaches, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant culture. However, the island is quickly gaining recognition for something new: its potential as a wellness retreat hub. As the demand for holistic health experiences contin...

To be confident, you just have to be comfortable Roberto explains that if you want to be more confident, you just need to be more comfortable about yourself. If you try to be more comfortable, and tend to do what other people are doing, such as being stronger or something like that, you will just be playing against something that you are not able to overcome. its like you are trying to push or fight against the Ocean, you can´t win against...

Using a variety of instruments, including singing bowls, gongs, tuning forks, and other resonant tools, sound baths are a type of sound therapy in which people are enveloped in a healing auditory experience through harmonic vibrations, and for a number of reasons, these sessions are frequently used in healing practices. Stress Reduction and profound Relaxation are examples of how the sound bath´s calming, harmonizing vibrations can help yo...

Dear reader, With this little article, I wish to give you a perspective on Yoga that you may not have heard so much about. Yoga has become quite mainstream over the past one or two decades and we can see people of all ages and walks of life going into yoga classes. The intentions for beginners are usually quite similar: Wanting to feel more relaxed and balanced in daily life, wanting to feel more fit or release pains and tensions in the body. &...

Is Vitamin D really that important?‍ Like most living beings, Vitamin D is a vital part of our bodily functions, both mentally and physical. When feeling sluggish, we often turn to our lack of sleep or dietary choices as a contributor, which is rightfully so. However, once we are unable to find the root cause in either, we are often left with lots of questions and still, near to no answers. With an estimated 1 in 5 people in the U.K being vi...

Has stress become more familiar? With the likes of Covid-19, the cost-of-living crisis and general day to day life becoming more demanding, it is no surprise that both anxiety and depression (two by-products of stress) have increased by an expediential 25% worldwide since the start of the pandemic. Although we may believe that stress is just a factor we are going to have to live with, mitigating the amount experienced is vital, not only for our...

Mindfulness or mindfulness? It can be confusing. Mindfulness means to be attentive, to be aware, to be present. It has been the main part of the Buddhist practice for thousands of years. It was Professor Jon Kabat-Zinn (1982) who first recognised its potential for a therapeutic use suitable for treating the psychic ailments of contemporary people. Working with psychologists and psychiatrists, he found that mindfulness-based interventions could ef...

I discovered the art of Chi-Kung (also spelled Qigong) in 1980, in the heart of London Chinatown. The teacher had flown all the way from Shanghai to teach us and I was the only non-Chinese in the group. The teaching was done in Chinese and it was all but lost on me, but as I later found out, we were all in the same situation, as my companions were Cantonese speakers and the teacher only spoke mandarin Chinese!   ‍That story illustrates ...

While therapy, yoga, and meditation were once regarded as unconventional, they are now acknowledged for their beneficial effects on our mental and physical health. This change in perspective has occurred at the same time that the stress management market is expected to expand quickly, from $17.2 billion in 2019 to $20.6 billion by 2024. ‍ Why is stress management receiving more attention? We´re (hopefully) all aware that stress is ba...

At MBestcare, we believe that a wellness holiday should not only be relaxing and rejuvenating, but also nourishing for both your body and mind, where the sense of taste plays its vital role as well. That is why we offer a range of programs that not only focus on physical and mental wellbeing, but also encourage our guests to taste some of the local dishes and flavors, with one of the reasons that the locals are very proud of it and will gladly r...

If you are looking for a unique way to relax, recharge, and improve your overall well-being, a wellness retreat in Tenerife may be just what you need. At Mbestcare, we offer a range of wellness retreats that are designed to help you achieve your health and wellness goals. Here are 10 reasons why you should consider booking a wellness retreat in Tenerife: Breathtaking scenery: Tenerife boasts some of the most stunning natural scenery in the wor...

When you go on a wellness holiday in the Canary Islands, it’s important to take time to relax and rejuvenate. After all, the whole point of the holiday is to focus on your wellbeing and give your mind and body a break from the stresses of daily life. To help you make the most of your wellness holiday, we’ve put together some tips for relaxing during your stay in the Canary Islands. Slow down and take things at your own pace. It can...

At Mbestcare, we understand the importance of self-care and how it can impact your overall health and wellbeing. One of the best ways to promote self-care is through the power of massage therapy. In this post, we´ll explore how a massage can improve your health and wellbeing. Reduces Stress and Anxiety. Stress and anxiety can have negative effects on the body, including muscle tension, headaches, and even heart disease. Massage ther...

Are you planning to take a wellness holiday in the Canary Islands? With so many options available, it can be overwhelming to choose the right program for your needs. At MBestcare, we want to help you make the best decision for your well-being. Here are some tips on how to choose the best wellness holiday program in the Canary Islands.‍ Define your goals. Before choosing a wellness program, it’s important to define your goals. Are you...