After my own unforgettable journey through Jordan, I knew I had to return—this time, to share it with others. In April 2026, in collaboration with Destination Deluxe, I’ll be leading a once-in-a-lifetime wellness and sound healing retreat through this extraordinary land, weaving together ancient landscapes, cultural treasures, and deeply restorative practices.

Sound healing has taken the wellness world by storm, offering a profound way to reduce stress, balance emotions, and support physical wellbeing. For those in the UAE ready to explore this powerful modality, The Altha Collection provides a complete learning journey—from beginner to professional—through three signature programs: The Altha Masterclass, The Altha Academy, and The Altha Collective.

Founded by Letizia Silvestri, a board-certified clinical hypnotherapist and sound healer with a global portfolio of luxury hotel partnerships, Altha is based in the UAE and brings world-class training to Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Each step of the Collection blends practical skills, business insights, and transformative techniques—empowering you to not just play instruments, but to facilitate profound change for yourself and others.

After months of unpacking and getting settled into life in the UAE, I finally had the chance to go out, explore, and experience some of the most inspiring places Abu Dhabi has to offer. From moments of profound stillness to creative immersion and joyful movement, here are my favorite local spots for practicing mindfulness—whether you live here or are just visiting.

Experience a fully immersive sound bath at Sohum Wellness in Dubai, founded by Tanya S. Mansotra. This unique session blends Crystal Tones™ Alchemy Bowls, Grotta Sonora and Paiste gongs, Theta Drums, Ocean Drum, Rainstick Dreams, Koshi chimes, and a 528 Hz tuning fork activation to support deep relaxation, emotional release, and lasting wellbeing.

The Altha Academy offers comprehensive sound healing training for wellness professionals in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and beyond. Learn self-hypnosis, session frameworks, and business skills through a fully pre-recorded curriculum designed to help you build a confident, professional practice.

On a warm evening in Dubai, guests gathered at Villa Sage for an immersive Full Moon Sound Bath. The evening began with intention-setting, gentle breathwork, and a guided hypnotic meditation to prepare the mind and body for deep relaxation.

Discover how corporate health retreats in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are transforming teams. Learn how private sound baths, self-hypnosis workshops, and curated wellness experiences support stress relief, creativity, and lasting wellbeing

In ancient traditions, we say that when Qi flows freely, the mind clears, the spirit lifts, and the body remembers its natural state of balance. On a warm evening in Dubai, this wisdom came to life as seekers gathered at Keyani Wellness, a holistic space dedicated to integrative practices that nourish body and mind in equal measure for a Qigong Hypno-Sound Bath Experience.

Discover The Altha Collective, a membership community for sound healers and wellness practitioners to learn business strategy, mindset mastery, and practical tools to land high-paying clients and thrive.

Explore Rainstick Dreams, beautifully handcrafted sound healing instruments used in Dubai and Abu Dhabi for meditation, relaxation, and wellness rituals. Learn how these unique rainsticks filled with poppy seeds, crystals, or microbeads can elevate your sound therapy practice and transform your space.

Sound healing has become one of the most requested wellness modalities among luxury resorts and hotels worldwide. In destinations like Dubai and Abu Dhabi, where travelers expect both relaxation and innovation, curated sound therapy experiences can transform a guest stay into something unforgettable.

Some journeys are meant to be felt more than photographed. Jordan, with its ancient wisdom and elemental beauty, invited me into one of the most vibrationally rich experiences of my life. As a certified hypnotherapist and sound healer, I’m constantly listening—to the body, to the breath, to the frequencies beneath our fast-paced lives. And Jordan? Jordan speaks in frequencies.

If you’ve ever been to a sound bath and left feeling lighter, clearer, or more deeply connected, you may have wondered: Could I do this too? The answer is yes. Sound healing isn’t just for trained musicians or wellness professionals—it’s a calling. And in the UAE, where wellness is rising and resonance matters, there’s never been a better time to begin.

Wellness in the UAE has entered a new era. From private residences to rooftop hotels, sound healing is no longer a niche offering—it’s becoming a staple of the modern wellness experience. And with increasing demand from both luxury venues and conscious communities, sound healing events in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are setting a new standard for nervous system support, emotional balance, and deep relaxation.

Retail therapy often gets a bad reputation—a temporary high, a distraction, an emotional impulse. But what if we reframed it? What if our purchases weren’t about filling a void but about supporting the energy we want to cultivate? In a wellness-forward culture like the UAE, where luxury and intention intersect, it’s time to redefine shopping as a spiritual act.