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The rise of fitcations
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Taking a vacation doesn’t have to mean sipping margaritas poolside and indulging in the all-inclusive buffet. Sure there’s aqua aerobics, and many resorts now have gyms, but more and more travellers are not only including exercise in their vacation plans, but also making it the main theme of their getaway.
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More and more travellers are not only including exercise in their vacation plans, but also making it the main theme of their getaway. It's called a fitcation!
Taking a vacation doesn’t have to mean sipping margaritas poolside and indulging in the all-inclusive buffet. Sure there’s aqua aerobics, and many resorts now have gyms, but more and more travellers are not only including exercise in their vacation plans, but also making it the main theme of their getaway.
Wellness tourism is the latest vacationing trend. From cycling holidays to yoga retreats, fitcations are a great way to improve your fitness while soaking up the atmosphere and culture of an exotic locale.
According to the Global Wellness Institute, wellness tourism worldwide is a multi-billion dollar business, growing at a faster rate than tourism in general.
While you don’t have to be super athletic to enjoy a fitcation, there are a number of things to consider before booking. Take a look at these popular fitcation ideas.
Trekking holidays- Whether committing to a three-day trek or weeklong climbing expedition, your legs are sure to thank you for the workout.
Before booking, be sure to consider your physical condition. You may love walking around town, but can you walk 20 kilometres a day on gravel roads or up mountainous terrain? If you aren’t sure your legs will carry you the distance, look into trips that provide options.
Yoga retreats- Take your asanas to the beach, the mountains, or the jungle with a yoga retreat. Retreats can be as short as a two-night weekend getaway or 10 days or more in an exotic locale.
Consider the type of landscape that will inspire your yoga practice and familiarize yourself with the instructors’ teaching style. If you prefer an intensive flow practice but the retreat offers restorative, you’ll be disappointed.
Consider how much yoga you want to practise while you’re on the retreat. While some retreats offer only one hour of yoga daily, others offer several classes a day.
Cycling tours- Riding a bike is a great way to experience a new landscape and culture. Consider your level of fitness and the type of riding you’ll be doing.
Some cycling trips will have you riding long distances every day to a new location while others incorporate sightseeing stops along the way and allow you to go at your own pace.
Protect your health while travelling- Your health should always be your number one priority, but even more so when you’re on holiday. Keep these health tips in mind when planning your fitcation- visit a health care practitioner, watch what you eat, get plenty of sleep.
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