During winter, many people tend to be less active, usually due to the weather. Maybe it’s cold and snowy where you live, or maybe it’s always rainy and cloudy. If you live in a northern climate where sports and recreation are not so easy to do, then you should consider going on winter vacation. Not only can you go out and get your much-needed exercise, but you can also have fun. Here are some ideas for winter vacation adventures.
Skiing and snowboarding
A ski or snowboard vacation is ideal during the winter. Chances are, no matter where you live, there is a mountain or ski resort a short drive or plane away. You can save money by choosing a convenient ski package that includes air travel, car rental, hotel stay, and even ski lift passes. Talk to your travel agent about ski packages that include ski lessons if you are a beginner. Or maybe you want to learn to snowboard? Book your adventure at a resort that specializes in snowboarding.
Snow rackets
With skiing and snowboarding, you’re going down a hill and that qualifies as a strenuous activity. However, if you really want to get active, try snowshoeing. It is an underrated activity that is easy to learn and can be a great way to exercise. Take your camera with you to take great photos of the wildlife and beautiful scenery. In fact, there is nothing like snowshoeing through snowy nature. Be sure to bring a guide with you though, as you don’t want to get lost!
Scuba diving
Can scuba diving serve as a winter activity? It certainly can! Just book your vacation in a tropical climate. Try the Caribbean, Hawaii, Australia, or Thailand to find great diving destinations. You can even find travel packages that include dive guides and adventures. Diving is fun but also a very active exercise. It’s so calm underwater that you forget you’re doing a healthy activity!
Retreats
Winter is a great time to reserve a few days or a week at a retreat. The retreats are available in all kinds of genres. You can choose a yoga retreat in Hawaii or a kickboxing retreat in Thailand. How about a karate retreat in Okinawa? Maybe you prefer to focus on weight loss? There are a wide variety of options available for that, including weight loss retreats that feature chefs preparing healthy meals for you. You can also focus on wellness activities such as meditation, massages, and spa treatments. There are even specially designed retreats for people going through a difficult emotional time, such as grief, loss, and depression. However, if you feel like you want to be pampered, there are options for that, like luxury retreats. At luxury retreats, you get 5-star accommodations and all the extras that go with it, like a personal butler, personal chef, private pool, and private lessons or training for a variety of activities.
