Wellness retreats are booming in popularity, and for good reason. With a focus on health and relaxation, the $639 billion wellness tourism market is growing more than twice as fast as tourism overall. (1) However air-travel, lodging, meals and admission fees can turn these trips into more of a headache than an escape.
One way to maintain or enhance well-being without breaking the bank is planning an at-home wellness retreat. Luckily, brands who know about the wellness trend make it simple and affordable.
Taking a break from the daily grind in the comfort of your own home and neighborhood may just be the refresh people need. Plus is it a way to include personalized wellness treatments, workouts, activities, meals and self-care. (2) Here are promos from some of our favorite brands that can help make the at-home wellness retreat a reality.
1 – Create an Agenda
Schedule a set amount of time for a wellness retreat and mark it on your calendar. Tell friends and family you are busy and treat this time as you would any other scheduled vacation.
#1400 Triumph® Calendars Wellness
#8200 Adult Coloring Book Planner
2 – Prep your Meals
Having meals ready before your at-home retreat begins eliminates the stress of deciding what to eat. Plan healthy, feel-good meals ahead of time that fit the overall wellness theme. You can also plan and prep accordingly to cook your favorite meals during the weekend, if that is something you will enjoy.
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3 – Pack a Bag
Set aside your favorite comfortable clothes and pack them like you would if you were going on a retreat elsewhere. Eliminating time wasted on deciding what to wear gives you more time for relaxing and rejuvenating.
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4 – Organize your Gear
In addition to packing your bag, make sure your gear is organized and ready to go. Have workout equipment, a journal and other essentials at the ready. With everything you could want right at your fingertips, you won’t have to stress out while searching for your yoga mat.
#41096 Yoga Mat with Shoulder Strap
#16092 Souvenir® Journal with TFW Pen
5 – Thoughtfully Disconnect
Don’t check emails or social media and turn off the TV. Only use technology to enhance your experience with soothing music or to take photos so you can capture meaningful moments.
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6 – Relax AND Energize
An at-home wellness retreat isn’t just about napping all day. Look for classes that fit the theme in your local community or use online resources to plan both energizing and calming activities. A sample day could look like this: morning meditation, mid-morning Pilates class, afternoon massage, evening restorative yoga, bedtime meditation and journaling. (3)
#41048 Exercise Resistance Bands Set
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