Vacations are for relaxing, right? They’re supposed to be that much-needed break from the nine to five (or should we say seven to seven) workaday routine.
But apparently, many Americans are unable to switch off on vacation – literally and figuratively. A survey by Marriott revealed that 89 percent of people check email and voicemail at least once a day while on vacation, and about a third even check their email while logging beach time. The stats show just how difficult people find it to put work tasks and responsibilities aside.
As we all know, breaks – be they, lunchtimes away from desks or vacations – are critical not only for our health and wellbeing, but also our productivity.
So, how can travelers ‘power down’ on vacation and increase their chances of returning rested and rejuvenated?
Well, one solution is to learn something new. When absorbed in a new activity, people tend to forget the other things on their mind and focus on the task at hand.
Here are three trips from the website www.golearnto.com that’ll have you leaving your technology torture devices in your suitcase.
Paint at a luxury eco-retreat – Andalucia, Spain
No matter if you have artistic talent or not, it’s always fun to channel your inner-child by painting and drawing outdoors. Set in 50 acres of farmland, visitors are never short of inspirational natural scenes upon which they can hone their skills.
Go horse-riding and learn the art of Spanish cooking – Los Juncares, Spain
Roam on horseback through this stunning semi-off-grid location surrounded by olive groves, verdant mountains, hills and views of Lake Izjnar, before discovering how to whip up one or two Andalucían delights.
Ashtanga yoga retreat – Koh Samui, Thailand
This luxury eco-friendly yoga retreat on the pristine beaches of Laem Sor makes a great backdrop for practicing healthy living.
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