Five reasons why americans are choosing yoga retreats over traditional vacations

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Five Reasons Why Americans Are Choosing Yoga
Retreats Over Traditional Vacations
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• The trend for vacationers these days has changed
  dramatically. No longer does the average American
  simply want a lazy week in the sun - eating,
  drinking, and lounging by the hotel pool.
  Instead, they want a vacation that can change the
  way they feel about themselves and the world
  around them.
• Yoga retreats are one way of enabling vacationers
  to do exactly this while giving them the freedom
  to pursue more traditional pursuits as well.
  While the focus of a yoga retreat is usually on
  yoga and meditation classes, there are many other
  activities that participants can also enjoy -
  such as hiking, surf lessons, cooking, horseback
  riding, cooking classes, massage and various spa
  therapies, and more. Of course, they can also
  still relax by the pool, soak up the sun, read a
  good book, or admire the beautiful scenery.

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• So, what has caused this shift in the U.S. toward
  mindful vacations over more traditional ones?
• 1. Coping with stress
• Americans are working longer hours than ever
  before and staying connected digitally to their
  jobs even when theyre not at the office.
  Juggling increasing responsibilities at work and
  home can be an uphill struggle for most. Not only
  that, but with stress and anxiety being
  increasingly linked to the risk of heart disease
  and other ailments, Americans are looking for
  ways to improve their mental and physical health.

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• While it seems like a standard vacation might
  offer a break from these common stressors, people
  often dont know how to make their time away
  truly relaxing and rejuvenating. To learn
  strategies for coping with the stress of daily
  life, people are turning to yoga teachers and
  retreat leaders to learn techniques that they can
  practice on vacation and then integrate into
  their daily routine when they return home.
• 2. More than just a vacation
• A week spent skiing or at the beach is no longer
  giving Americans what they need. Theyre looking
  for a more meaningful experience that they can
  use to help them

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• connect with their inner selves and enrich their
  lives in ways that a standard vacation simply
  cannot. Yoga retreats allow participants the
  opportunity to connect spiritually with
  themselves and meet other like-minded people.
  Rather than spending their time at a large
  all-inclusive resort, many travelers are seeking
  out smaller, boutique hotels and retreat centers
  that offer more individualized service and an
  opportunity for personal growth.
• 3. Being at one with nature
• With environmental awareness growing, more and
  more travelers are learning to appreciate the
  outdoors and want to spend their time off feeling
  connected to the

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• natural world around them. Yoga retreats are
  often set in secluded locations filled with
  natural beauty from pristine beaches with
  sweeping ocean views to picturesque mountains and
  clear night skies greatly enhancing that sense
  of connection.
• Retreats tend be located at places that promote a
  way of living that respects the environment and
  allows participants to be in harmony with nature
  often implementing green initiatives such as
  use of renewable energy, water conservation,
  extensive recycling programs, etc. that help
  to minimize impact on the planet.

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• Recent studies have shown that natural beauty can
  aid relaxation and reduce stress, so the
  combination of being immersed in nature with
  yoga, meditation and mindful living, provides a
  perfect opportunity for people to reconnect with
  themselves and increase their sense of calm.
• 4. Alternative therapies for health issues
• Americans are expanding their understanding of
  health care and recognizing that traditional
  medicine doesnt always serve their needs. Many
  now explore more holistic approaches and remedies
  and are placing a greater emphasis on
  preventative care and wellness.

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• This shift toward wellness focuses on a
  combination of healthful eating and physical
  fitness along with greater emphasis on mental
  health and self-care. Many Americans are making
  significant changes to their lifestyles by
  seeking nutritional guidance, learning techniques
  to reduce their stress levels, and incorporating
  alternative treatments and therapies into a
  comprehensive wellness plan. Yoga retreats
  encourage and promote this approach, and most of
  the activities contribute to the health and
  wellness levels of those on retreat.

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• 5. Beyond escapism
• Oftentimes, people choose a vacation to escape
  much of the stress, responsibility and even
  anxiety that they feel in their everyday lives.
  Even if they are able to get away for a week or
  two, when they return home, they quickly realize
  that they still face many of the same issues.
• On the other hand, while offering new experiences
  and a change of scenery, a yoga retreat also
  offers the opportunity for participants to learn
  new techniques that assist them in coping with
  stress and maintaining perspective when they
  return home. In this way, a yoga retreat is more
  than just a vacation, but also a learning

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• experience that continues to contribute to your
  health and wellness long after their vacation
  ends.
• As people use their time off for more than just a
  typical getaway and seek out deeper and more
  meaningful experiences, they are turning toward
  yoga and meditation retreats in greater numbers.
  The mindfulness aspect combined with time in
  nature in a beautiful location and a focus on
  health and wellness has proven more appealing
  than ever and seems to be growing in popularity.
  Returning home relaxed and refreshed and being
  able to integrate the lessons learned to
  positively influence that life at home make for
  a holistic vacation and a more satisfying
  experience.

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