Condé Nast TravelerOct 13, 2026If a Silent Retreat Is Too Much, Ease Into the Trend With a Silent DinnerDuring a five-course silent dinner at Rancho La Puerta, travel writer Lara Kramer learned to settle into the silence.6 things in this storyRancho La PuertaHotelWellness hotel hosting a silent dinner for 15 years.Silent DinnerPlace90-minute, five-course meditative meal with 16 people.ElsewhereBasinPlaceLake Louise, CanadaThermal bathing facility at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.Aufguss experiencePlaceLake Louise, CanadaMultisensory sauna experience led by sauna master.Dolomites Sleep RetreatPlaceDolomites, ItalyRetreat designed to improve sleep cycle.EremitoHotelUmbrian countryside, ItalyContemporary hermitage with no Wi-Fi or TV in rooms.Read the full piece at Condé Nast Traveler →
