A healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to be bland and uneventful. Just like eating tasty foods made from whole, natural ingredients and listening to your favorite music while exercising, vacations can also be healthy without having to sacrifice the fun and relaxation of a getaway.
Surfing lessons can be both fun and health-giving. Some beach resorts offer lessons as part of their vacation packages. This means more time in the ocean, out amongst the waves under the invigorating sun. This idea may appeal to swimmers and others who enjoy spending most of their time on beaches. In addition to surfing lessons, some resorts also offer scuba-diving lessons that allow you to safely venture beneath the water for extended periods of time.
On the opposite end of the spectrum in terms of weather, you can have a healthy vacation skiing on the mountain slopes in the states (Wyoming or New York), or abroad, in the likes of Switzerland and Italy. Lessons are almost always available at ski resorts and is a fun experience for the whole family. Just don’t forget to bundle up.
Going on a health retreat to boost well being is another option for those looking for a healthy getaway. There are many retreats that offer spa services that include massages for the muscles, hot baths and saunas to flush the skin and sooth muscles, and group meditations to quell the mind. Yoga and Pilates classes are also usually included in package deals.
The next option for a healthy vacation is for those who like interacting with nature up close. Camping is a great way to bond with loved ones while becoming “one” with the environment. The fresh air and sun are enough to attract some who may otherwise not want to try this kind of vacation experience. There are also so many things to do; first off, you can go hiking through the woods or on a trail if there is one near your campgrounds. Take in the sights, bring a camera along to capture the natural beauty all around you, the opportunities will be endless and the exercise beneficial.
There is plenty to do on a ranch. Maybe it could be the destination for your next healthy vacation. In the American Midwest, many families take part in the ranch experience, exploring the landscape on horseback. There’s also the campfire where everyone enjoys dinner while bonding over stories under the starry night sky. Animal lovers will love the chance to interact with all the animals a ranch has to offer. There are family-friendly ranches in Wyoming, Arizona, Colorado, and Montana.
A vacation in the countryside sounds relaxing to most, especially when there’s a vineyard nearby. Wine lovers would get the chance to witness the wine-making process and would eventually get the chance to sample the many varieties. A serving of wine is actually beneficial since it contains antioxidants and may help combat heart disease. Vacationers can also ride bikes through the countryside to take in the sights–many resorts in the countryside offer bike rentals. Despite this, some choose to go on foot, which is also nice.
There are many options to choose from when it comes to settling on a healthy vacation. Whether it’s a journey between two lovers, a group of friends or a family, all participants can expect to have a good, healthy time.