Kicking bad habits is always a challenge, but when money is no object you can access some of the most opulent ways to do so, taking the edge off the challenge and making that entire process that little bit easier. And dare we say it, when it comes to stopping smoking, the lavish methods waiting to be taken advantage of may even make it somewhat enjoyable – after all, there’s nothing like a little opulence to distract you from the trying matter at hand.
Thanks to ongoing advancements in science and technology, personalised healthcare, and holistic wellness, those pledging to wave goodbye to smoking in 2024 can now choose from an array of high-end approaches that aim to not only eliminate the habit itself but also enhance your overall well-being, making the journey to a smoke-free life an indulgent and transformative experience that once could barely have been conceived of.
Methods like the nicotine pouch have been enjoying a surge in popularity of late, with many turning to them over more traditional nicotine replacement methods like patches or gums. Placed between the gum and lip, they work by allowing users to absorb nicotine without smoking or swallowing, and for many they have proved to be a handy way to bridge the gap whilst attempting to cut the cigarettes.
Nevertheless, sometimes, a little more support is needed along the way, so if you’re ready to blow the budget to make quitting finally stick, then here are some of the most luxurious ways to do it this year and make 2024 your healthiest yet.
Exclusive smoking cessation retreats
Checking yourself into an exclusive smoking cessation retreat is up there with the most indulgent ways to make a change in your life and improve your health. From the SHA Wellness Clinic in Spain to the Kurotel Anti-Tobacco retreat in Brazil, you might be surprised to find just how many there are to choose from these days, and most are found in picturesque and serene settings designed to remove the stress and anxiety often associated with attempting to let go of a long-standing habit and create and environment conducive to success.
Retreats like these offer comprehensive programmes that as well as accommodation and meals, include medical supervision, personalised therapies and a range of wellness activities.
Chiva-Som in Thailand is a prime example of just how opulent smoking cessation retreats can be, and is renowned for its holistic approach to health and wellness. Here, the programme combines treatments like acupuncture and hypnotherapy with personalised wellness consultations to ensure you have all of the support you need along the day, with a range of lengths determining on how long you think you’ll need to come out the other side. Set in a tranquil beachside resort where ocean waves gently lap the palm-fringed shores, it offers a tranquil environment where you can focus entirely on your journey to quit smoking, with all the expert guidance you’ll need readily accessible whilst you’re there.
High-end hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy has long been a popular method for quitting smoking, but in 2024, it has had a decidedly luxurious makeover. High-end hypnotherapists are now offering bespoke sessions that in a departure from the classic one-size-fits-all approach, are instead tailored to your specific needs and triggers, giving you more chance of long-term success. Some people find it easy to quit smoking for a short while, but without addressing those deep-seated triggers, relapsing is common, which is why this novel approach has been garnering increasing attention of late.
Of course, the environment in which such sessions take place are suitably upscale, and ensure a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere that sets the tone for sessions where you can make real progress..
Notable figures such as Paul McKenna, a celebrity hypnotherapist, offer private sessions that can cost thousands of pounds – but by all accounts, they are worth the splurge. Designed to reprogram the mind’s associations with smoking to make it easier to let go of the habit, the personal attention and support offered in achieving your goals takes the process to a new level and allows you access to some of the world’s leading experts to ensure you get to your end goal.
Personalised medication plans
For some people, the urge to smoke can feel too strong to overcome on your own, which is where medication can help you bridge the gap. But private luxury healthcare providers are now offering a more personalised approach to helping you quit, using genetic testing and comprehensive health assessments to devise a plan that ensures the medication you are prescribed will give you the highest chance of success with the fewest side effects.
Clinics such as the Mayo Clinic and private health services in Harley Street, London now provide these personalised plans, and they’ve become increasingly popular over the past few years. Prescription medications like varenicline (Chantix) are used as a form of nicotine replacement therapy alongside support from medical professionals, and despite their hefty price tag, offer a scientifically backed path to kicking the habit for good.
