Est. 2018
The Story Behind
Salt Escapes
Ocean, exercise, and food. The three things that make us happiest — and the foundation everything is built on.
2000+
Guests hosted
8
Destinations
4.9
Trustpilot
5.0
A Message From Our Founders
From Amy & Mike
Salt Escapes was built (and named) around the three things that make us the happiest: Ocean, exercise and food. Throw in an epic villa, a side of adventure and a bunch of new mates, and there you have it; a holiday that leaves you feeling so good, it'll change the way you do holidays.
Our worldwide Salt family continues to grow with every fitness retreat we host, and we'll always be blown away by how good it feels to put a group of strangers together, give them 7 days packed full of workouts, adventures and chill-time, and watch as they say goodbye at the end of the week as best mates.
So, here's to making the week we all work so hard for, the week of a lifetime.
Stay Salty,
Amy & Mike
Co-Founders
The Journey So Far
From Sardinia to the World
New Destinations, New Team, New Trip Categories
We've only just begun the year and we've already achieved more than we could've imagined. We hired some of the biggest names in travel to join the HQ team and expanded our reach into three distinct categories - SWEAT, EXPLORE, and RELAX - covering eveything from more adventurous products like hiking in the Dolomites, Africa Safari, and ski retreats, to more chilled experiences like pilates and wellness escapes.
Closed Large Fundraising Round
New destinations, a world-class hosting team, and the biggest dreams yet. We doubled again - welcoming guests from all over the world and bringing on some incredible talent to lead our retreats. We closed out the year with a community-led round of fundraising, proving how tight the Salt Escapes community is, and setting us on a fast-tracked path to being the number 1 fitness & wellness provider in the world.
Double the Trips, Double the Adventure
In 2024, we took things to the next level - doubling the number of trips and launching Ibiza (Spain), our newest Balearic Escape. With more destinations, dates, and epic experiences, our worldwide Salt community grew bigger than ever, proving that the demand for fitness-fuelled adventure isn't slowing down anytime soon. And we're just getting started. With big plans going forward, we can't wait to show you what's in store for Salt Escapes next.
Bigger, Bolder, Saltier
With travel finally bouncing back, 2023 was all about expansion. We returned to our beloved Zakynthos and launched five incredible new destinations - Menorca (Spain), Puglia (Italy), Bali (Indonesia), Lombok (Indonesia), and the Caribbean (Dominican Republic). To keep delivering next-level experiences, we opened up a small fundraising campaign to our community, allowing us to offer more dates at favourite destinations, and invest in top-tier workout equipment like Ski Ergs, C2 Bikes, and Rowers. With more locations, more adventures, and an even stronger community, Salt Escapes reached new heights in 2023.
Resilience & Community
We had big plans - with trips lined up for the Maldives and the BVIs - but like the rest of the world, we were forced to hit pause as COVID changed everything. While we couldn't host as many retreats as we'd hoped, we still managed to launch Costa Rica, bringing a new adventure to life. To keep the Salt spirit alive, Mike & Amy hosted free daily live workouts on Instagram, helping our community stay active and connected. The support we received during this time was unreal, proving that Salt Escapes was never just about the trips - it was about the people.
Expanding the Adventure
With the success of our first Escape, we took things up a notch - launching three new destinations: the turquoise waters of Zakynthos, the rugged coastline of Crete, and the vibrant souks of Morocco. We experimented with big groups, small groups, and even took over an entire hotel in Morocco - all in pursuit of the perfect balance of fitness, adventure, and connection. Each destination brought something new, and our Salt family kept growing.
The Beginning
Salt Escapes was born from a simple idea: combine epic workouts, adventure, and incredible food in unforgettable locations. In 2018, we launched our very first retreat in Sardinia (Italy), bringing together a group of strangers who left as lifelong friends. From that moment, we knew we were onto something special.
From Our Community
What Our Guests Say
Rated 4.9/5 on Trustpilot (215 reviews) · 5.0/5 on Google (217 reviews)
“THE BEST WEEK OF MY LIFE! I don't even know where to start with my review. Hands down the best investment I have ever made. I truly believe that what you get with Salt Escapes is unique. I have been on other group exercise holidays before and met amazing people, but this was something else.”
— Google Review
“If you love a challenging workout, beautiful meals, gorgeous views, and laughing until it hurts - give yourself the gift of a Salt Escape! Mike and Amy truly think and take care of everything from the moment you arrive until departure day. I don't know how I'll ever vacation any other way again!”
— Google Review
“My boyfriend and I just got back from the most incredible week in Bali. The villa was absolutely stunning and we were lucky enough to wake up with amazing ocean views. We loved the daily workouts and the food was exceptional. The team went above and beyond to make sure everyone was happy, comfortable and having the best time.”
— Google Review
“By far one of the best decisions I've made all year and Salt Escapes blew my expectations out of the water! If you want a week long trip that consists of challenging workouts, fueling your body with farm-to-table balanced meals, and stunning villa accommodations filled with like minded people from around the world… This is it!!”
— Google Review
“If you're thinking about doing this - GO!! I just finished my first Salt Escape and already wanting to do another! The experience was perfection.”
— Google Review
“I didn't think it was possible for Salt Escapes to live up to the Instagram hype… but it did!! 5 star accommodations. 5 star meals. 5 star service. But it was the people that elevated the trip to the next level. I have new friends for life.”
— Trustpilot Review
“Can't put into words what I experienced during my first-ever Salt Escapes in Ibiza. Pure magic — between the challenging workouts, the incredible homecooked meals, the gorgeous villa, and the amazing staff. This was likely the best week of my entire life.”
— Trustpilot Review
“Hands down one of the best holidays I've ever had! Amy and Mike have really created something special. Everything felt seamless — the perfect balance of challenging workouts, relaxation, adventure, and connection.”
— Trustpilot Review
What We Believe
“A holiday should leave you fitter, healthier, and happier than when you arrived.”
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