We had the opportunity to be hosted by the best hotel wellness and spa center in the world

WOW weekend on the island of Lošinj completely delighted its guests

And when we say that the last September weekend at the Bellevue Hotel on the beautiful island of Lošinj was WOW, we really mean it! We had the opportunity to be hosted by the best hotel wellness and spa center in the world, along with a professional team led by the ever charming Melissa Mettler...

The first WOW Festival was held from September 23 to 25, where we, together with other lovers of the healing nature of Lošinj and the magical bay of Čikat, enjoyed a very specially designed wellness program directed by LH&V. This unique experience and complete atmosphere, during which we were motivated to dedicate to ourselves, our mind and our body, where all our senses were pampered, were envisioned by internationally recognized instructors for unique programs, such as Free-running, Qi Gong, Wim Hof Method, as well as many beauty & self-care workshops.

We can freely say that we enjoyed the three-day spectacle of the well-being of soul and body, filled with the most innovative wellness program. An attractive, dynamic and fun program begun on Friday with carefully selected delights, where we started our morning with Rise and Shine Matcha Bar, Seaside Fun Run with Swedish experts Sebastian Seppälä and Isabella Habijan, as well as 5 Elements of Qi Gong with British trainer Arron Collins-Thomas, who has extensive experience in training global sports stars.

<<< Photo: Danko Šimunović, Buro247

Friday was also marked by LH&V signature Spa-ahhhh Time at the Bellevue Hotel Spa and Wellness Center, as well as other house specialties, such as Čikat SUP Adventures, Yoga Flow for Stiff People, WOW Healthy Happy Hour and Al Fresco Movie Night. Rich Saturday program was filled with many workshops and therapeutic activities, such as Free-Running Clinic, Yoga for Runners, Boot Camp Outdoor Circuit Training, Bubbly Mani Pedi Cabana, Free Dive Meditation, Sea-Tox Workout and Mega Make-up Masterclass. Everything in one place at the right time!

One intriguing and unique activity called Wim Hof Method Breathing stood out in particular. Under the guidance of the Croatian expert and certified trainer Daniel Skoblar, a student of the originator of this unique technique, Wim Hof, we had the opportunity to push the limits and discover new knowledge about ourselves, our bodies and the secrets of health, immunity and longevity.

Throughout the day, we had the opportunity to indulge in the Spa-ahhhh Time in the premises of this world's best hotel Spa center according to the World Spa Awards. At the end of the day, the peak of enjoyment led to the restaurant of Hotel Bellevue, where we were greeted with a real BBQ and sushi rhapsody.

With such richly designed daily contents, we couldn't manage to experience everything during the first two days, so we made up for what we missed on Sunday, where we started relaxing in the Recovery Bloody Mary Bar, and Recovery Yin Yoga, i.e. sound therapy, from early in the morning. The satisfaction, relaxation and relief after a complete weekend, filled with the healing air of the scented bay of Čikat, kept us going for days after our return, and the impressions after this unrepeatable wellness experience that we took with us are still fantastic!

We had the opportunity to hang out with Melissa Mettler, director of spa and wellness for Lošinj Hotels & Villas, who is also the main creator of this wonderful wellness weekend, and learn more about the whole idea:

"For WOW Festival, we have prepared a really wide selection of activities that will delight everyone! Wellness is actually everything that brings you joy! Sports, movement, beautiful views of the bay, learning something new, superfood antioxidant cocktails and fun. It's all wellness, and our guests had the opportunity to see for themselves during the weekend, while they were particularly impressed by unique activities such as the Wim Hof breathing method, as well as our exclusive wellness and spa programs such as cryo sauna, floating massage and the new Sea-tox program we just started at the Bellevue Hotel."

"Judging by the guests' satisfaction with the offered programes, all the wonderful potential of Lošinj as an island of vitality and our signature wellness programs that do not exist anywhere else, we believe that events like this can develop into a beautiful tradition and a real brand, both for Hotel Bellevue and the island of Lošinj, and therefore, this entire part of the Mediterranean," said Melissa.

What awakens your spirit is the greatest luxury and stimulus for your body, and is there a greater luxury than beautiful nature, a unique microclimate and a crystal blue sea? At the mention of that famous motivational quote "live life to the fullest", do you immediately take a deep breath in the desire to evoke the intoxicating smell of the pine forest, or does the sound of sea waves immediately reach your ears? If you have not yet realized that the recipe for happiness is within yourself, then it is the right time to turn to yourselves and change your horizons. Maybe on this magical island, Lošinj...