Ramon Imper, General Manager at TIA Wellness Resort in Da Nang Vietnam
As global travellers increasingly seek meaning, purpose and personal transformation from their holidays, wellness resorts are stepping into the spotlight.
One property leading this evolution is TIA Wellness Resort, located on the sun-drenched shores of Da Nang, Vietnam.
In a recent Where2FromHere podcast episode, Renae sat down with the resort’s General Manager, Ramon Imper, to explore how TIA is rewriting the definition of luxury wellness – one mindful moment at a time.
The Rise of Conscious Luxury
Luxury travel today is no longer only about marble lobbies and thread counts. The global modern traveller craves something deeper: connection, authenticity, and wellness that doesn’t feel forced. TIA Wellness Resort delivers all three in a setting that is both serene and soul-stirring in Vietnam’s Da Nang.
During the podcast interview interview, Ramon explained TIA isn’t a typical wellness resort. “We don’t want our guests to feel they’re entering a medical retreat,” he explained. “This is a place of freedom and transformation. We integrate wellness into every part of the guest journey—seamlessly and intuitively.”
The concept at TIA is holistic, with every stay including twice-daily spa treatments, access to wellness workshops, and group classes ranging from yoga to creative therapies and breathwork. It’s an all-inclusive wellness experience that feels indulgent, yet grounded.
A Personal Passion for Wellness
Ramon Imper is not just a hotelier—he’s a wellness advocate who brings his own lived experience to the resort. Born in Switzerland, Ramon was immersed in alternative healing modalities from a young age, thanks to his mother’s passion for reiki and reflexology. He recalls childhood visits to alpine wellness retreats and thermal baths, where he first experienced the profound impact of stillness and self-care.
“My core values—nutrition, mindfulness, and movement—are not just part of my job. They’re my life,” he said. That authenticity shines through in everything he does at TIA.
From incorporating plant-based, nourishing cuisine to advocating for creative self-expression through art workshops, Ramon is creating a resort where wellness is not an amenity—it’s the main event.
Southeast Asia: The Heart of Wellness Travel
Ramon’s career has taken him across the globe, but it’s Southeast Asia that continues to capture his imagination. “There’s an energy here,” he told me. “The culture naturally supports wellness. It’s in the food, the people, the traditions.”
Vietnam, in particular, offers a powerful combination of ancient healing traditions and modern sensibilities. TIA’s location in Da Nang, between Hoi An and Hue, offers a rich cultural experience combined with beachside serenity—a balance few destinations can achieve.
The resort itself is a modernist haven of minimalist design, ocean views, and private wellness suites that encourage introspection and comfort. Guests can wake to the sound of waves, enjoy nourishing breakfasts, and take part in meditative journaling or creative expression—all before their first spa treatment of the day.
Transformational Travel That Lasts
One of the most compelling aspects of TIA Wellness Resort is its intention to equip guests with skills and knowledge they can take home. “Our pillars—Flow, Nourish, Breathe, and Create—are more than just brand language,” said Ramon. “They’re the foundation of sustainable wellness.”
Guests are guided through practices they can integrate into their lives long after check-out: mindful movement, emotional release therapies, art for healing, and nutritional advice designed for real-life balance.
This is wellness with purpose—designed not just for the length of your stay, but for life beyond it.
Wellness for Everyone
While TIA attracts its fair share of yogis, creatives and entrepreneurs, Ramon believes the resort’s experience is for everyone. “You don’t need to be a wellness expert to come here,” he explained. “You just need to be open.”
Whether it’s a solo traveller seeking peace, a couple reconnecting, or even a high-powered executive craving a reset, TIA offers a personalised path for each guest.
In the podcast conversation, Ramon highlighted one of his favourite treatments—the Lymphatic Detox Massage. “It’s a gentle yet powerful way to support the body’s natural systems,” he said. He also recommends the Reiki Master Healing Therapy for guests looking to release emotional blockages and realign energetically.
The Creative Edge
Among the many innovative features of the resort is its focus on creativity as a wellness tool. Ramon’s personal favourite activity? The Creative Workshop. “It takes people back to a childlike space,” he said. “It allows emotional processing, reflection, and intention setting—without any pressure to perform.”
In a world dominated by productivity and performance, this invitation to simply create for the sake of wellbeing is deeply refreshing—and resonant with many guests who find unexpected breakthroughs during the session.
Looking to the Future
When asked about the future of wellness and luxury travel, Ramon said: “Luxury will no longer be defined by opulence—it will be defined by the ability to reconnect with yourself. The biggest challenge humanity faces in 2025 is emotional resilience. And the future of hospitality must address that.”
He envisions a world where luxury properties offer more than just indulgence—they offer tools for living, healing, and thriving.
The Takeaway
TIA Wellness Resort is not a resort that simply markets wellness. It lives and breathes it—from the leadership to the spa menu to the morning workshops.
For any traveller seeking a wellness retreat in Vietnam that goes beyond surface-level spa treatments, TIA Wellness Resort offers a transformative, luxurious, and deeply nourishing escape. It’s the kind of place that changes how you travel—and more importantly, how you live.
