Wellness has been increasingly integrated into all aspects of travel, and that’s no exception at Miami International Airport (MIA). The airport, one of the busiest in the United States, features four prime areas offering pre-departure relaxation. Plus, nearby sanctuaries in Coral Gables are ideal for quick escapes during layovers. Finding Zen at this bustling international hub has never been easier. Here are some essential airport wellness spots and spas less than 15 minutes away that cater to today’s travelers.

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Futuristic Finds: High-Tech Treatments At XPresSpa

Open to all travelers, XpresSpa, in Concourse D, specializes in massages, nail care and rejuvenation while showcasing next-generation spa services. It features massage chairs in an open layout with tarmac views and private treatment rooms for extended services, like table massages and stretching, along with premium manicures and pedicures. An AI-powered express manicure service by a robotic manicurist ensures a flawless polish before departure. Additional innovations include a zero-gravity massage chair for back pressure relief, customizable LED face masks for varied light therapy benefits, a heated chakra mat with gemstones for muscle relaxation and pain reduction, and IV drips infused with multivitamins to support hydration and immunity and aid travel recovery.

MIA Health: Much More Than A Health Clinic

Looking more like a health clinic than a spa, MIA Health, on the second floor in Terminal H, operates daily from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., providing medical testing, emergency services and a range of wellness services, including weight loss control plans, massages and IV drip treatments. Massage therapies, by appointment only, focus on promoting relaxation, enhancing circulation, relieving muscle tension and facilitating better sleep on your flight. The IV treatments, which don’t require an appointment, are tailored to enhance body performance, boost immunity and aid in travel recovery.

Flight Delays Just Got Calmer: Airport Yoga Room

Tucked away from airport foot traffic on the first floor of Terminal H near baggage claim, the Yoga Room provides a tranquil respite for personal centering. You can practice yoga, engage in mindful meditation or stretch in a softly illuminated environment with wooden floors, soothing music and a mirror for perfecting body alignment during poses. Yoga mats are not provided, so bring your own as well as your preferred yoga app, or download an online video to follow a routine. The Yoga Room is located before security, so if you’re between flights, you’ll have to leave the flight area then, after your session, reenter through security before continuing to your next destination.

Lap Of Luxury: The Centurion Lounge

As an American Express perk, select cardholders enjoy exclusive access to The Centurion Lounge in Concourse D up to three hours prior to departure, during layovers and for same-day connecting flights. This private retreat offers gourmet cuisine by Miami’s own James Beard Award-winning chef Michelle Bernstein, a premium bar, a family room, workspace, and a shower suite and spa. Guests can reserve a complimentary 15-minute spa treatment, extendable for further indulgence with options like Flow Chair Massage, Get Glowing and Red-Eye Ready Facial and nail care. The lounge provides a serene refuge for travelers to unwind. Cardholders can also invite a guest for a fee.

Glow On The Fly: The Skin Bar Miami

About a 10-minute drive south of MIA, The Skin Bar Miami is a boutique facial house offering skincare services complemented by IV treatments to enhance recovery and boost immunity. If you're looking to arrive at your destination with a radiant glow, several services are suitable for travelers. Choose from options like the Express, Skin Bar Signature or Anti-Aging Facials and consider adding the Oxygen Infusion Therapy … a pre- or post-flight treatment that lets your skin breathe. Given the dry cabin air on airplanes, opt to skip extractions and exfoliation during your facial to prevent skin irritation and apply SPF sunscreen for protection against UV rays.

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Land And Unwind: Spas Near Miami International Airport

If you have a longer layover, seize the opportunity to explore hotels near Miami International Airport. About a 15-minute drive away from MIA, two spas offer distinct havens of relaxation.

In Downtown Coral Gables, The Spa at the new Loews Coral Gables Hotel provides an intimate escape with therapeutic, hot stone and relaxation massages, personalized facials, blowouts and indulgent manicures and pedicures. In suburban Coral Gables, the European-style Biltmore Spa at The Biltmore Miami – Coral Gables is designed for replenishment and restoration. Recharge in the eucalyptus steam room or Himalayan salt sauna, then relax in the plush lounge, where floor-to-ceiling views, streaming water and natural elements create a harmonious ambiance. Before continuing your travels, allow your therapist to guide you into a state of bliss with a wide selection of therapies and treatments, each developed to promote wellness and address individual needs.

The destination features some of the most distinguished hotel, day and med spas and wellness facilities. If you're visiting during July and August, take advantage of Miami Spa Months and enjoy serenity at specially reduced prices.

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