Recent surveys estimate that it takes people anywhere between three and four days of vacation to feel relaxed. A study published in thefound that our wellbeing increases significantly as soon as we're on vacay, but those feelings then settle and don't peak again until day eight. Thing is, it's expensive to go on eight days of vacation. I won't even bother proving it to you with simple math—you know how easily it can add up.
Wouldn't it be nice if you could get into the zen mindset a little faster? I recently tried out the idea on a five-day stay in Aruba , visiting thefor its annual Wellness Month. This is a really good deal, folks. It takes place in June, when the weather is gorgeous, and they offer tons of self-care activities like sunrise and sunset yoga, bicycling tours, stand-up paddle boarding, and more—for.
Visit the spa at least once during a wellness trip. Arrive early and enjoy a glass of citrus water in the waiting area.Here’s something quick to do on the plane: As you’re watching a movie, or reading a book, or working on your computer, notice where your body tends to freeze up. For example, I subconsciously stick my tongue on the roof of my mouth. Take note of these habits, and become aware of them on your trip.
, and I noticed I was doing the tongue-on-roof-of-mouth thing several times. Just by loosening up my jaw, I was able to enjoy my massage—and my whole vacation—so much more.Once you start to feel relaxed, you don't want to cut your trip short by overdoing it. If, like me, you drink, you’ll likely drink a little more than planned on vacation.
Scheduling one fun thing to do ahead of time—whether it's snorkeling or sunset yoga—will allow you to spend less time at excursion counters and more time by the pool on your trip. At the Hilton Aruba, I loved