Retreat Trade Show Synergy 2023 to Take Place October 24 to 27 at Mexico's Palmaïa, The House of AIA

Synergy-The Retreat Show is a three-day trade show dedicated to the retreat industry and will be held at Palmaïa, The House of AIA in Mexico’s Riviera Maya.

The world’s first trade show dedicated to the retreat industry, Synergy-The Retreat Show has announced the dates for its second annual event which will be held from October 24-27, 2023 at Palmaïa, The House of AIA in Mexico. Founded by Laura Montesanti, the fully-immersive, three-day event brings together the best in the wellness and travel space, along with like-minded individuals who want to make an impact on the industry and build positive connections to shape successful businesses.

Spa Profile: Atlantis Spa at Palmaïa, The House of AIA

Palmaïa, The House of AIA is an award-winning wellness and spa resort located on the beachfront in Riviera Maya. The secluded sanctuary includes a jungle spa, oceanfront swim-up suites, and features locally sourced plant-based cuisine. Surrounded by more than 988 acres of undisturbed jungle, Palmaïa is the perfect setting for the retreat to inspire connection, creativity, and relaxation.

Synergy 2023 includes a long list of speakers and teachers, workshops and wellness activities, and will cover topics like wellness trends, retreat business, and more.

Last year’s inaugural Synergy event was held in Ibiza and drew around 250 professionals in the travel and wellness space. Participants attended talks and workshops from leading wellness experts and practitioners, including Jasmine Hemsley, a bestselling well-being author and champion of Ayurveda; and Anna Bjurstam, a leading figure in the wellness industry who is responsible for developing and taking the global wellness brand, Six Senses, to the next level.

Synergy provides a well-balanced platform for inspirational conversation, meetings, talks, creativity, and experiences between luxury hotels and spas, retreat leaders and practitioners, and luxury travel designers looking for their next wellness escape. Attendees can network while enjoying industry-related talks, seminars, and wellness experiences as part of the event.

This year’s event in Mexico includes a long list of speakers and teachers, workshops and wellness activities, and will cover topics like wellness trends, retreat business, plant-based medicine, wellness space design, and more. To view the agenda for Synergy 2023, click here.

Last year’s inaugural Synergy trade show was held in Ibiza and brought together 250 travel and wellness industry insiders and high-profile individuals.

"Synergy - The Retreat Show is a revolutionary conference that promises an unparalleled experience of growth and inspiration,” Montesanti says. “By attending this event, you'll immerse yourself in a captivating lineup of speakers, thought leaders, and industry experts who will share wisdom and insights. Guests will connect and network with a vibrant community of like-minded individuals who share the passion for retreats and holistic wellness in a setting that goes beyond a traditional conference. It is truly a magical experience."

For more information about Synergy—The Retreat Show and to sign up, visit the website. Follow on Instagram: @synergyretreatshow

Kamala Kirk is a University of Southern California graduate and has been an editor/writer for more than a decade. She has written for E! Online, Total Beauty, TravelAge West, Malibu Times Magazine, and many more. She resides in Los Angeles and is a proud pug mom. Follow her on Instagram: @kamalakirk