We all know the Earth is important. It's quite literally where we live. However, we don't always appreciate the impact of our connection with it - physically as well as emotionally. Science however, is always there to add evidence to experience when it comes to wellbeing, and earthing could be much more important than you realise.

A city known for its architecture, culture, music, and of course, its football club, Manchester is a popular location for getaways and nights out and entertainment. Amongst the many wonderful things to see and do in this hub of urban activity, is a stay in one of its many spa hotels. Here are our top suggestions for things to do and places to stay on a spa break in Manchester.

Our minds and bodies are directly linked - our physical health impacts our mental health and our mental health affects our physical wellness. This month is Stress Awareness Month, which seems like a good time to explore the link between physical and mental health further.

Whether you're a beginner or already know the ropes, now's a great time to get into golf - on your own, with the family, with friends, as The Masters gets into full swing.

Looking for a golfing getaway with friends? Perhaps a weekend for two where you can really enjoy time to yourselves? Sometimes you want all the luxury of a hotel but with a little more privacy - that's where these self-catering golf and spa retreats come into their own.

Joyful Array uses origami to create beautiful artworks, holding workshops and selling her masterpieces online. Here she explains her passion for origami and how it supports mindfulness.

From day one, Spabreaks.com has set out to challenge and improve the wellness industry, making it more accessible to more people. This ethos runs through every fibre of our being - the product we offer, the way we offer it, the way we work, how we support our team and how we support our business partners.

Created by Abi Selby, Spabreaks.com is a spa booking agency working with more than 600 spa destinations around the world and arranging spa days and breaks for up to 12,000 people each week. From a small team of three, we have grown to a family of more than 90 members of staff with an office of knowledgeable spa consultants in Brighton. But those are just the numbers.

Spabreaks.com’s CRM & Email Marketing Executive, Laura Bowry-Prior talks about juggling work, home and school Whatsapp groups in the quest for a magical Christmas holiday.

Spabreaks.com CRM & Email Marketing Executive, Laura, talks about wellness as a working mum and making time for yourself.