{"id":28010,"date":"2023-03-01T15:30:08","date_gmt":"2023-03-01T15:30:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/?p=28010"},"modified":"2023-03-22T13:59:40","modified_gmt":"2023-03-22T13:59:40","slug":"holidays-can-improve-your-mental-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/03\/holidays-can-improve-your-mental-health\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Ways Holidays Have Been Proven To Enhance Your Mental Health"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Here are all the ways holidays can improve your mental health and give you a fresh perspective on life.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogimg.bluebaytravel.co.uk\/uploads\/2020\/03\/1st-image.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogimg.bluebaytravel.co.uk\/uploads\/2020\/03\/1st-image.jpg\" alt=\"Woman relaxing on a lylo\" class=\"wp-image-28013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/1st-image.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/1st-image-300x150.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Going on holidays can improve your mental health. Let&#8217;s explore 11 ways your body and mind can benefit from some sunny downtime<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<p>Up until now many of us probably just thought about sunny escapes as some hedonistic approach to self-care. But, did you know that holidays can improve your mental health in so many ways?&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Neuroscientists have discovered that <span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.allinahealth.org\/healthysetgo\/thrive\/importance-of-taking-a-vacation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">holidays can help calm rising stress levels<\/a> <\/span>which can lead to depression and feelings of anxiety.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>That might be a good enough reason on its own. But why don&#8217;t we take a deeper dive and discover even more<strong> benefits to taking a break<\/strong>?<\/p>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_56_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-69d29dce360ae\" ><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input aria-label=\"Toggle\" aria-label=\"item-69d29dce360ae\"  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-69d29dce360ae\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/03\/holidays-can-improve-your-mental-health\/#11_Ways_a_Holiday_Can_Boost_Your_Wellbeing\" title=\"11 Ways a Holiday Can Boost Your Wellbeing\">11 Ways a Holiday Can Boost Your Wellbeing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/03\/holidays-can-improve-your-mental-health\/#1_A_Dose_Of_Vitamin_D\" title=\"1. A Dose Of Vitamin D\">1. A Dose Of Vitamin D<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/03\/holidays-can-improve-your-mental-health\/#2_Going_On_Holiday_Can_Boost_Creativity\" title=\"2. Going On Holiday Can Boost Creativity\">2. Going On Holiday Can Boost Creativity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/03\/holidays-can-improve-your-mental-health\/#3_Making_Memories\" title=\"3. Making Memories\">3. Making Memories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/03\/holidays-can-improve-your-mental-health\/#4_Spending_Quality_Time_With_Friends_Family\" title=\"4. Spending Quality Time With Friends &amp; Family\">4. Spending Quality Time With Friends &amp; Family<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/03\/holidays-can-improve-your-mental-health\/#5_Getting_more_Zs\" title=\"5. Getting more Z\u2019s\">5. Getting more Z\u2019s<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/03\/holidays-can-improve-your-mental-health\/#6_Fitness_Centres\" title=\"6. Fitness Centres\">6. Fitness Centres<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/03\/holidays-can-improve-your-mental-health\/#7_Spa_Breaks\" title=\"7. Spa Breaks\">7. Spa Breaks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/03\/holidays-can-improve-your-mental-health\/#8_Stress_Reliever\" title=\"8. Stress Reliever\">8. Stress Reliever<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/03\/holidays-can-improve-your-mental-health\/#9_Working_Through_Your_List_Of_Must_Reads_Or_Must_Listen_Podcasts\" title=\"9. Working Through Your List Of Must Reads Or Must Listen Podcasts\">9. Working Through Your List Of Must Reads Or Must Listen Podcasts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/03\/holidays-can-improve-your-mental-health\/#10_Help_the_economy\" title=\"10.&nbsp;&nbsp;Help the economy\">10.&nbsp;&nbsp;Help the economy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/03\/holidays-can-improve-your-mental-health\/#11_Trip_Planning\" title=\"11. Trip Planning\">11. Trip Planning<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/03\/holidays-can-improve-your-mental-health\/#Where_Do_You_Fancy\" title=\"Where Do You Fancy?\">Where Do You Fancy?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Ways_a_Holiday_Can_Boost_Your_Wellbeing\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #fd6b2b;\">11 Ways a Holiday Can Boost Your Wellbeing<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There is a laundry list of physical, mental, and emotional benefits attached to going on holiday and we&#8217;ll prove it to you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Vitamin D&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Getting your creative juices flowing&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Making memories<\/li>\n<li>Spending quality time with family and friends<\/li>\n<li>Getting more Z\u2019s<\/li>\n<li>Fitness centres<\/li>\n<li>Spa breaks<\/li>\n<li>Stress reliever<\/li>\n<li>Working your way through a good book or podcast<\/li>\n<li>Help the economy<\/li>\n<li>Trip planning&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/874x160-SubX-Blog-Section.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"874\" height=\"160\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/874x160-SubX-Blog-Section.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29215\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/874x160-SubX-Blog-Section.jpg 874w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/874x160-SubX-Blog-Section-300x55.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/874x160-SubX-Blog-Section-768x141.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 874px) 100vw, 874px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_A_Dose_Of_Vitamin_D\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #0ab902;\">1. A Dose Of Vitamin D<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Vitamin D is<strong> essential for ensuring you stay in top physical and mental health<\/strong>. A good dose of vitamin D can prevent muscular and skeletal soreness.<\/p>\n<p>Generally, in the UK, our largest source of vitamin D comes from the sun &#8211; remember that mythical burning yellow dot in the sky that pops out to say hello every once in a while.<\/p>\n<p>Heading to sunnier climbs can give you a much-needed shot of vitamin D. So if you\u2019re feeling a little low or tired, then getting out on a sunny <span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/01\/city-break-or-beach-escape\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">city adventure or beachfront escape<\/a><\/span> could be your cure. Even just planning a trip can improve your mental well-being &#8211; see point 11.<\/p>\n<p>At this point, it&#8217;s also important to say that you should make sure to enjoy the sun responsibly. Always use suncream and don&#8217;t stay out in the heat for prolonged periods.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/beach-lounging.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/beach-lounging.jpg\" alt=\"Woman in a hat with lying on a beach with her hands on her head\" class=\"wp-image-29365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/beach-lounging.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/beach-lounging-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/beach-lounging-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The sun on holiday is an excellent source of enriching vitamin D. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Going_On_Holiday_Can_Boost_Creativity\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #0ab902;\">2. Going On Holiday Can Boost Creativity<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Hear us out on this\u2026 with modern technology playing such a huge part in our lives, it can be difficult to get away from work. Especially if you&#8217;ve recently found yourself needing to work from home even more.<\/p>\n<p>But <strong data-rich-text-format-boundary=\"true\">having a break from the routine can have a positive effect on your creativity &amp; productivity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Which could mean you get noticed more by the boss. Which could, in turn, means you impress more, which will lead to a promotion. So technically going on holiday could result in you earning more money. #Logic<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/creativity.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/creativity.jpg\" alt=\"Person holding a cotton wool ball up to the clouds \" class=\"wp-image-29366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/creativity.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/creativity-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/creativity-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Having a break from the stresses of the everyday can make you more productive when you return. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@nishant25?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Nishant Jain<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/zqLjf0ozkrA?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Making_Memories\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #0ab902;\">3. Making Memories<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Holidays stick in your mind. <strong>We all have that amazing holiday you float back to in daydreams<\/strong>, you\u2019re thinking about it now aren\u2019t you! Now imagine having more of those memories\u2026 ahh bliss. Everybody loves some escapism, especially in these tough times.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogimg.bluebaytravel.co.uk\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Memories.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogimg.bluebaytravel.co.uk\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Memories.jpg\" alt=\"Pictures of trips pegged up on a board of memories\" class=\"wp-image-28015\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Memories.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Memories-300x150.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Use your breaks to create memory banks. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@rocinante_11?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Mick Haupt<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/K9T7I9CAfWI?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Spending_Quality_Time_With_Friends_Family\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #0ab902;\">4. Spending Quality Time With Friends &amp; Family<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There&#8217;s nothing better than meeting up for an overdue catch-up with your bestie. Even better if you arrange for that <strong>catch-up to happen on a stunning beach<\/strong> somewhere in the world.<\/p>\n<p>Holidays are an incredible option for pulling you closer together with your loved ones.<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/caribbeanwarehouse.co.uk\/collections\/adults-only-hotels-caribbean\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">All-inclusive adults-only escapes<\/a> <\/span>are perfect for spending some time with your partner or best friend.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, a stunning family escape is just what the doctor ordered for strengthening that familial bond. Alongside the obvious benefits of building memories and having more time to play together, a family break can also have a lasting impact on your physical and mental health.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The natural increase in physical activity which comes with taking the kids away can actually improve your mood, boost confidence, and even enhance your immune system by helping your body produce more virus-fighting white blood cells.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/dad-throwing-baby.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/dad-throwing-baby.jpg\" alt=\"Father playfully throwing a child into the air on a beach\" class=\"wp-image-29370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/dad-throwing-baby.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/dad-throwing-baby-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/dad-throwing-baby-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Going on holiday with the family can have more health benefits than you know. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@amberfaust?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Amber Faust<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/4EPCxzOqwAY?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Getting_more_Zs\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #0ab902;\">5. Getting more Z\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Getting enough sleep is imperative to living your best life. Sleep levels can affect everything from your mood right through to your memory and even your ability to lose weight.<\/p>\n<p>So, whether you&#8217;re slipping into slumberland after a couple of cocktails on a paradisical beach. Or whiling away a few hours of self-isolation, sleep is critical for encouraging positive mental health.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"8 Benefits of Getting Quality Sleep\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/bTEZbwiOCms?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Fitness_Centres\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #0ab902;\">6. Fitness Centres<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>On the theme of losing weight, there are plenty of resorts which feature fitness centres as part of their all-inclusive offering.<\/p>\n<p>So, next time you feel like getting a break on the cards, why not think about booking a resort with a gym? Then, rather than starting every day with a full English, treat your body to an energising workout instead.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Or, think about booking a sunny stay in Lanzarote. Not only is it a <strong>cheaper destination option<\/strong>, but <span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/2023\/02\/lanzarote-best-things-to-do-for-sports-lovers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lanzarote is also awesome for sports lovers<\/a><\/span>. With everything from diving to hiking on offer around this awesome Canary Island you can have more fun with your holiday workout.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Keeping your body healthy is a great way to keep your mind healthy. In the meantime, if you&#8217;re feeling up to it, a few jumping Jacks in the living room will suffice.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogimg.bluebaytravel.co.uk\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Fitness-centre.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogimg.bluebaytravel.co.uk\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Fitness-centre.jpg\" alt=\"Fitness centre\" class=\"wp-image-28028\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Fitness-centre.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Fitness-centre-300x150.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">There are many resorts across the world which offer free access to fitness centres. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Spa_Breaks\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #0ab902;\">7. Spa Breaks<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If there&#8217;s one place on earth we all associate with chilled, indulgent vibes it&#8217;s a spa, right?<\/p>\n<p>Retreating to the spa while you\u2019re away can leave you feeling like a brand new person. The positive effects a few spa treatments can have on the body and mind is astronomical. Check out our <span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/caribbeanwarehouse.co.uk\/blog\/2020\/02\/5-benefits-of-taking-a-spa-wellbeing-break?blg&amp;blog=13_ways_a_holiday_can_boost_your_heath\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">5 benefits to taking a spa and wellbeing break blog<\/a><\/span> now to find more about these benefits and some resorts you might want to think about. Let&#8217;s face it who wouldn&#8217;t want a spa break after the start we&#8217;ve had to 2020.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogimg.bluebaytravel.co.uk\/uploads\/2020\/02\/The-Makadi-Spa-Egypt.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogimg.bluebaytravel.co.uk\/uploads\/2020\/02\/The-Makadi-Spa-Egypt.png\" alt=\"The Makadi Spa Egypt\" class=\"wp-image-27994\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/The-Makadi-Spa-Egypt.png 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/The-Makadi-Spa-Egypt-300x150.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Stress_Reliever\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #0ab902;\">8. Stress Reliever<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As we covered earlier, <strong>modern life is full of stressful situations<\/strong>. But going on holiday is full of good times and good vibes. So&nbsp;why not dial down the stress and start looking at getting some breaks on the books?<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogimg.bluebaytravel.co.uk\/uploads\/2020\/03\/work-stress.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogimg.bluebaytravel.co.uk\/uploads\/2020\/03\/work-stress.jpg\" alt=\"Holidays are a brilliant stress reliever\" class=\"wp-image-28024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/work-stress.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/work-stress-300x150.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Grabbing a sunny escape can reduce feelings of stress and anxiety attached to your job.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Working_Through_Your_List_Of_Must_Reads_Or_Must_Listen_Podcasts\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #0ab902;\">9. Working Through Your List Of Must Reads Or Must Listen Podcasts<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Now, you don&#8217;t even need to be on a sunlounger for this one, admittedly it does help. But, getting lost between the pages of a great read has amazing health benefits.<\/p>\n<p>Reading gives your memory a workout and broadens your mind. For example, reading the top <span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"><a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/caribbeanwarehouse.co.uk\/blog\/2022\/12\/6-lgbtq-books-for-holiday\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">LGBTQ+ novels<\/a><\/span> could expand your mind to a growing literary genre.<\/p>\n<p>Another, more modern, way to expand your mind from your sunbed is a podcast. Find a topic you love and download the lot! Whether you&#8217;re into fishing or rebuilding WWII tanks, I bet there&#8217;s a podcast out there for it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogimg.bluebaytravel.co.uk\/uploads\/2020\/03\/reading-a-book.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogimg.bluebaytravel.co.uk\/uploads\/2020\/03\/reading-a-book.jpg\" alt=\"reading a book\" class=\"wp-image-28017\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/reading-a-book.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/reading-a-book-300x150.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Get your hands on some proper page-turners or podcasts before you jet off. Photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@chenhanozel?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Chen Mizrach<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/jL6PTWI7h18?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Help_the_economy\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #0ab902;\">10.&nbsp;&nbsp;Help the economy<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Tourism forms the biggest part of some global economies. In fact, it makes up 8% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in <a href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/tag\/mexico\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\">Mexico<\/span> <\/a>and 5.7% of employment. It also contributes 28% of GDP in<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/tag\/the-maldives\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the Maldives<\/a><\/span>, and a whopping 65% in<span style=\"color: #03a9f4;\"> <a style=\"color: #03a9f4;\" href=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/tag\/st-lucia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">St Lucia<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>So, if you think about it, you taking some time out on a stunning beach in the Caribbean is actually <strong>helping stimulate some of the smallest economies in the world<\/strong>. You&#8217;re such a good person.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogimg.bluebaytravel.co.uk\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Local-economy.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogimg.bluebaytravel.co.uk\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Local-economy.png\" alt=\"Tourism helps the local economy\" class=\"wp-image-28030\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Local-economy.png 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Local-economy-300x150.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Tourism is a huge part of the economy in some of the most popular holiday spots. So your escape could actually be helping improve local lives. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Trip_Planning\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #0ab902;\">11. Trip Planning<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Probably the most important point in this whole piece. It\u2019s not just lying on the beach that helps improve your health. <strong data-rich-text-format-boundary=\"true\">Studies have shown that even the act of planning your trip can have a positive effect on your mental health<\/strong> up to eight weeks in advance of your break! So start planning now!&nbsp;Forget about self-isolation, social distancing and other terrible terms. escapism&#8217;s where its at!<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogimg.bluebaytravel.co.uk\/uploads\/2020\/03\/planning.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/blogimg.bluebaytravel.co.uk\/uploads\/2020\/03\/planning.jpg\" alt=\"Planning your trip can be a thrill on its own\" class=\"wp-image-28016\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/planning.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bluebaytravel.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/planning-300x150.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Even planning a trip is good for your health<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_Do_You_Fancy\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #fd6b2b;\">Where Do You Fancy?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We could go on forever about how good for your mind, body and soul holidays are. 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