Cassie arrived solo, came for fitness and adventure, and turned one Escape into three. Her honest take on solo travel, the workouts, the villas and the friendships.
Salt Escapes Team · 18 June 2026 · 4 min read
Our 2024 Escapes to Costa Rica are now open for bookings and rooms are selling fast. If you're still on the fence, read on to find out why Costa Rica is the perfect destination to do a fitness retreat.
Salt Escapes Team · 10 March 2026 · 6 min read
Fitness retreats in 2025 aren’t about restriction or bootcamps - they’re about training hard, recovering well, and exploring epic destinations with like-minded travellers. From sun-soaked workouts in Greece to surf breaks in Costa Rica, here’s our guide to the best fitness retreats of 2025 - and why
Salt Escapes Team · 10 March 2026 · 4 min read
HYROX is the fastest-growing fitness race on the planet. Here’s how a functional training camp in paradise can take your preparation to the next level - improving threshold, VO₂, and movement efficiency while giving you the most unforgettable week of your life.
Salt Escapes Team · 10 March 2026 · 2 min read
Taking the first steps outside of your comfort zone and travelling alone, can be one of the best things you’ll ever do for yourself. If you want to ease yourself into solo travel, and you’re keen to join a group travel experience, we’re here to tell you why Salt Escapes might just be the best option
Salt Escapes Team · 10 March 2026 · 9 min read
Retreat or training camp? The truth is, they’re the same thing now. Forget old-school bootcamps and restrictive “wellness” weeks - a modern fitness retreat is about high-quality training, recovery, adventure, and community. Here’s why the name doesn’t matter, and what really makes the most feel-good
Salt Escapes Team · 10 March 2026 · 2 min read
Wondering what the workouts are really like on a fitness retreat or training camp? At Salt Escapes, it’s all about strength, HIIT, and functional training — scalable sessions that push your limits, improve endurance, and build real-world strength. Here’s exactly what to expect when you join us in 20
Salt Escapes Team · 10 March 2026 · 2 min read
With 12 gorgeous ocean-view bedrooms and tropical gardens stretching out down to the sands of Playa Coson, our luxury villa made for the perfect base camp for our week in paradise.
Salt Escapes Team · 10 March 2026 · 7 min read
The Ioanian island of Zakynthos is pretty much the home of Salt Escapes. Scroll to find out why this unassuming Greek island makes it on to our destination line-up year after year.
Salt Escapes Team · 10 March 2026 · 7 min read
Santa Teresa has everything from super budget to super luxe, spanning hotels, villas and hostels. We love an Airbnb, and tried out loads during our time here. Have a look around depending on your budget, and if you’re lucky enough to be exploring Santa Teresa for a week or more, I’d recommend spendi
Salt Escapes Team · 10 March 2026 · 3 min read
We sat down with John and Celine, to talk about how they went from joining us on their first-ever fitness retreat as solo travellers, to now competing in fitness competitions together...
Salt Escapes Team · 10 March 2026 · 5 min read
Founders Mike and Amy took on a 6-night camping and 4WD'ing adventure across the world's biggest sand island. Here's how it went...
Salt Escapes Team · 10 March 2026 · 8 min read
Beach retreat or Dolomites hiking holiday - which Salt Escape is right for your summer? Here's the honest guide to choosing.
Salt Escapes Team · 11 June 2026 · 5 min read
From hesitating over the booking page to three Salt Escapes booked - hear how Freya went from solo nerves to lifelong friendships.
Salt Escapes Team · 11 June 2026 · 5 min read
From first-time nerves to four Salt Escapes and counting - hear from returning guest Jack about what keeps him coming back.
Salt Escapes Team · 4 June 2026 · 4 min read
Looking for the best fitness retreat in Europe this summer? From Ibiza to Zakynthos, Comporta to the Dolomites - here's how to choose.
Salt Escapes Team · 20 May 2026 · 5 min read
There's a moment on Zakynthos - usually around day two - where it hits you. You're mid-burpee on a clifftop platform, the Ionian Sea is doing that ridiculous thing where it can't decide if it's turquoise or electric blue, and someone in the group catches your eye and just laughs. Not because the...
Salt Escapes Team · 17 April 2026 · 6 min read
Finding the perfect gym shorts isn’t easy - they need to move with you, feel good, and still look sharp when you head out post-workout. Amy rounds up her go-to favourites, from lightweight runners to squat-proof staples, so you can train, hike, or chill in comfort and style.
Salt Escapes Team · 10 March 2026 · 3 min read
