Alternative Vacation Options to Choose From

There are many reasons why people go on vacation. Some like to visit exotic places and natural wonders. Others prefer going sightseeing and taking pictures of world heritage sites. A third group is more interested in shopping or visiting family and friends. No matter your reason, why not try something different this time? Why not experience something new?

If you are looking for something unique, something off the beaten path for your next seasonal holiday, here are a few options you could choose from.

A Health and Wellness Vacation

It comes as no surprise that many people in developed countries suffer from repetitive stress injuries. They spend countless hours at work, typing away at reports, presentations, and emails. As a result, their bodies are constantly being subjected to bad postures and awkward movements. In cases like these, your best bet would be to visit a chiropractor, one experienced in back, wrist, and neck pain treatments.

If you have more time, you could also choose a health and wellness vacation destination. Health and wellness is not only a nice beach or a spa. Instead, it is an all-encompassing experience; one that allows you to not only relax but also rest and recover both physically and mentally. There are plenty of places to choose from. But before you do, ask yourself the following questions:

• What kind of services does the place offer?
• Are there any specific treatments available for my needs?
• Who provides these treatments? Are the instructors and coaches experts in these areas?
• What kind of food and accommodation options does the place have?

By asking yourself these and other questions, you will be able to choose the destination most suitable for your needs.

Adventure Tourism

There are many benefits to practicing extreme sports. They make our brains release adrenaline and other “happy hormones.” They also help us maintain focus and increase self-confidence. There are also many other reasons. Some examples of extreme sports include bungee jumping, white-water rafting, parachuting, and zip-lining. The most popular places to visit are usually countries like Costa Rica, Norway, South Africa, and New Zealand.

Yet, adventure tourism is also about getting in touch with nature and its surroundings. It’s about finding harmony and inner peace by exploring what the world has to offer. As such, other branches of adventure tourism are ecological tourism and nature-based volunteering. Ecological tourism deals with the preservation of our fauna and flora. An example of nature-based volunteering is taking part in the conservation of rainforests, estuaries, and other natural ecosystems.

A Digital Detox

Have you ever spent an entire day without your phone? How about two days, a week? Places like Mumbo Island in Malawi and Tierra Patagonia in Chile give you the chance to do just that. Albergo Il Monastero in Italy is another great option along with a few others. Some let you use the internet for a few minutes at a time or send text messages to your family and friends. Others are much stricter and ban all digital devices during your stay.

What all provide though is the chance to “escape” from modern-day life, the opportunity to focus only on yourself and your basic needs. This can do wonders for your mental and physical health. You can reduce stress levels, think about your priorities, and even prevent lifestyle diseases such as hypertension, obesity, and type-2 diabetes.

For those who haven’t tried it, it might seem like an impossible task. Remember though, the only time we needed smartphones was when we already had them.

A health and wellness vacation, an adventure trip, and a digital detox are all great holiday options. There are plenty of choices fitting both your budget and your needs. Why not try one of them on your next vacation? It’ll be an experience you will never forget.