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Making The Best Of Your Seaside Holiday
Millions of people plan an annual holiday to the beach. In fact, some lucky people get to go to the beach every weekend, or even during the week. For those who live near the sea, rest assured that we are all jealous. For those who must pack up and travel to reach the beach, here are some ways to make the best of your seaside holiday.
Lodging
First of all, be aware that there is a great variety in the types of lodging you can find at the beach. Chain hotels come to mind, of course, because of the ability to buy beachfront property. But, don’t overlook the smaller businesses. Many bed and breakfast establishments can get you closer to the beach and give you more privacy, too. These are usually cottages that have been inherited but not lived in, and the families have updated them as rentals for people on holiday. They usually cater at least one meal a day, and great restaurants and cafes are within easy walking distance. Some of these B&Bs even provide bicycles or a golfing cart for residents.
Equipment
Now you may think that you don’t need so much equipment to go to the beach. That is true, but the items you need are crucial to your health. The beach is a fun place to visit, but you have to protect yourself and loved ones from overexposure to the sun.
Take waterproof suntan lotion, and wear SPF 15 lotion all the time. You will still tan, but you’ll be protected from sunburn and the resulting complications and threat to your health from skin cancer. Apply sunscreen at least 30 minutes before you go out in the sun so that it has time to soak in. Then, reapply it every couple of hours for the best protection.
You should also take a hat and sunglasses, too. Your eyes can get sunburned, and it is very painful. Also, overexposure to the sun can contribute to cataracts. A hat will deflect direct sun from the top of your head, reducing overheating.
Water bottles are crucial at any outdoor activity, because dehydration is a real health threat. Stay hydrated o the beach, and you’ll have more energy to participate in beach activities. You’ll also be less likely to develop headaches.
Take talcum powder with you. If you hate tracking sand into the car or hotel, you can sprinkle talcum powder on your feet and legs and rub gently. The sand will wipe right off!
What To Do?
Do you ever wonder what to do at the beach? Sure, you can get up early and go beach combing, gathering any shells and starfish that the gulls haven’t gotten yet. You can bike, fly a kite, or just sunbathe. But don’t forget surfing! These days, you can take Cornish surfing lessons at any beach. You don’t have to be an athlete, and people of any age can learn to paddle out into the water and let the waves wash them back to shore. Surfing lessons are a great way to enjoy your seaside holiday.
Treating A Detox Retreat As A Holiday
Sometimes taking a detox retreat can be a way to lose weight, cleanse your body, and generally make yourself work hard to improve your health. The word “detox” may bring harsh realities to mind, but the truth is, a detox retreat can make you feel better than you have for a long time. You’ll leave the retreat with better health and the education necessary to maintain that health. With more energy, you can improve your lifestyle. Here are some pointers for treating a detox retreat as a holiday.
Cleanse Your Body
Let’s get the least pleasant feature of a detox retreat out of the way, first. Cleansing toxins from the body can be stressful. Most people who do a detox have to go on with their daily life at the same time. Family, home, and work will not wait for a person to run to the bathroom. This can be one of the biggest stumbling blocks to going through a detox routine at home. In addition, the person going through a cleanse still needs to feed the family, even if he or she can’t eat the meal.
That’s why a detox retreat is the perfect solution. You will have no responsibilities other than taking care of yourself. Your meals will be prepared for you, and any physical activity will be planned to mesh well with your detox plan. You just can’t find a better, less stressful way to cleanse your body than at a detox retreat.
Lose Weight
While you are at your detox retreat, you can lose weight. Keep in mind that these retreats serve healthy foods. In fact, menus are often planned to accommodate special dietary needs such as gluten free, diabetic, or vegan preferences. What a great holiday that would be! You could dine, at every meal, on food prepared specifically for you. In addition, most detox retreats coordinate your diet with your physical activity. If you select a particularly strenuous weight loss diet, the counselors will recommend a less strenuous physical fitness plan. If, however, you want to focus on getting in shape, your detox plan will include more strenuous exercises.
Physical Activity
Physical activity on a detox retreat is specially designed for various levels of detox. For people trying to lose weight, the physical exercise may be more demanding. However, a person going through a detox may want less demanding workouts. Yoga, massages, and workouts in the gym can work together with local hiking and kayaking for a great retreat.
Focus on You
Your holiday at a detox retreat can help you focus on you. It’s easy to neglect your own health and fitness regimen when you he focusing on those around you. A holiday that focuses on healthy food, meditation, and appropriate exercise can get you back on your feet. You’ll be stronger, healthier, and better prepared to maintain your health, too.
For your next holiday, plan a detox retreat. Whether you go by yourself or take the whole family, you’ll go home feeling better and stronger.
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