Do you ever feel like you need a vacation to recover from your vacation? Same here. While some trips call for busy days full of sightseeing, museum tours and lots of walking, others lend themselves to a more restorative, relaxing and stress-free itinerary filled with:

Thailand

A holistic approach to self-care is embedded into several aspects of the Thai way of life, making it easy to plan a vacation focused on rest and revitalization. In Bangkok, don’t skip the Wat Pho Buddhist temple complex. Beyond admiring the massive Reclining Buddha statue, you’ll find the Thai Traditional Medicine School, where you can experience a massage in true Thai fashion: Surrounded by other people getting massages in a communal pavilion.

Meanwhile in Baan Rai Kong Khing, a small village outside of Chiang Mai, the locals are known for sharing their knowledge about traditional herbal medicine, especially practices specific to northern Thailand. The must-try treatment here is a fire massage called yam kang.

If vitamin D is what you need, soak up the sun on one of the gorgeous islands in southern Thailand like Phuket, Koh Samui and Koh Phi Phi. Beachfront yoga classes and affordable massage therapists are easy to find, but to melt your knots away with a touch of luxury, consider a stay at Conrad Koh Samui. Upscale villas overlooking the water set the scene for a restful stay, but the hotel’s spa takes things to the next level with treatments such as the coffee purifying body scrub or the crystal healing paired with a facial and full-body massage.

Portugal

For those who recharge their batteries with good food and wine, Portugal is the place to go. Start in the north with a stop in Porto. The city is home to sweet port wine and five of Portugal’s 30-plus Michelin-starred restaurants, but its casual cuisine is just as noteworthy. Don’t leave without trying francesinha, a meaty sandwich, covered in gravy, smothered in cheese and topped with a fried egg. Pro tip: The fries served on the side are meant to be dipped in melted cheese.

Then make your way to Lisbon for both international cuisine and a taste of Portugal’s most famous sweet treat: Pasteis de belem, or the egg tart. Though you can find this delicious yet light custard tart throughout the country, the monastery where it was invented can be found in the capital.

Continuing south, a visit to the Algarve is a must for seafood lovers. Known for its caramel-colored sandy beaches, impressive cliffs and surfable waves, this region also overflows with fresh fish, octopus and other seafood — all of which is often served fried. Book your stay at Hilton Vilamoura As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa for more classic wellness experiences at Portugal’s largest spa, featuring an indoor thermal pool, Turkish baths, saunas, an experience shower and a Zen garden.

Japan

The healing powers of the great outdoors have long been documented and embraced by the Japanese. Take the practice of forest bathing, for example. This activity, also known as forest therapy, involves immersing yourself in nature and quieting the mind by observing the details of your surroundings. The benefits range from reducing stress to boosting the immune system.

Whether you practice with a certified guide or on your own, the Japanese Alps are accessible from Tokyo for a day of hiking and meditation, while those in Osaka can sit in the stillness of nearby Yoshino-Kumano National Park, home to spiritually significant sites such as the Kumano Nachi Taisha, one of Japan’s most revered shrines.

For a more literal bathing experience, take a dip in one of Japan’s many relaxing onsens (hot springs). Kinosaki Onsen is a popular choice. Its seven public hot springs offer the traditional onsen experience in a way that’s accessible for international visitors, with information available in English and a tattoo-friendly policy that’s uncommon for most onsens.

Travelers can also connect with Japan’s more spiritual side during a visit to Kyoto, home to more than 2,000 temples and shrines. At the Myoshinji Temple complex, the largest temple of the Buddhist Rinzai Zen sect, you can admire the gardens while participating in a guided Zen meditation with the head priest.

With so many wellness-focused destinations to choose from, it’s easy to find a getaway that improves your quality of life and leaves you feeling rested and rejuvenated.