Some Fun Ways to Tap Into Self-Care While on An Island

“No man is an island”

The line mentioned above is said by John Donne and surely the poet knew the depth of the island. It is the depth, beauty, and tranquility that makes the island a unique destination. But you might be thinking about what the poet meant. John Donne was a famous English poet and he knew how to frame his words to bring out something meaningful.

However, the line might have meant that the island cannot be compared to men as they do not bear the comforting and great attributes as the island. An island displays all its secret but humans are secretive in most matters of life.

Yes, I know this blog is not about the famous poet or even his poets whereas, it is about Island. Perhaps, the island is even such a destination that has even made a poet fall in love with it. Although the poet has said that “no man is an Island”, but that has not stopped men and women from reaching out to island vacation. An island is a promising place of tranquility for everyone. It is a place where you can reach out leaving your hectic city life behind.

In the past few years island vacation has become the new dimension of travel. People prefer going to a faraway island rather than visiting Paris or New York. On the other hand, the islands have even improved in facilitating a wonderful vacation spot. For instance, the quality and value of accommodations, shopping, food, drinks, and activities. But above all the sheer beauty of the surroundings.

You can step back in time on Greece’s beautiful island or even witness the sumptuous culture of Indonesian temples in Bali. For spectacular views, you head to the Caribbean and also enjoy the water activities on Vancouver Island. On the other hand, the islands of Scotland will welcome you with the taste of drinks from the Talisker Scotch distillery and the coast of Ecuador with take you back to the day when Darwin gave birth to the theory of evolution.

Perhaps, there are many options while it comes to island vacation and you have a handful of choices for the things you wish to indulge in. but the present times have taught us a hard lesson and that is of self-care. It is important than ever to prioritize ourselves in every aspect of life and even in traveling as well.

Yes, some of you might think that traveling and exploring is itself a gesture of self-love and care. But is it? Most of the time it is not. Most of the time we head to a destination and travel cluelessly, take some very unique pictures, and call the trip to an end. Whereas, let us redefine traveling once again and explore the place for the sake of self-care. Here in this blog, I have come up with some fun ways to self-care in an island

Here we go!!

Take Full Advantage of The Running Staycation Deals

It has never been this affordable to have an island staycation, then right now. You can enjoy the treasures of your country and with comfort and luxury you are use to. First and foremost, for the island staycation find out more about all of the staycations deals that are currently running. Then check out the offers that the place provides.

You can either check out offers that are available in the resorts or on the accommodation websites. Staycation is the best way to explore an island because you can spend your time without missing your home and your family. And did we already said it has never been cheaper!

On the other hand, on an island staycation, if you are currently able to travel to the next island over you can explore your neighboring island in a new way. If not, think about a part of the island you visit less and see if there are any deals on hotels or even condo. Renting a condo for the weekend with friend or family will still give you the vacation glow without leaving the island.

Book A Spa Day

Our first objective of this blog is self-care and what can be more appropriate than self-pampering while it comes to self-care? Yes, you can explore the island and be a part of many activities but nothing is close to a spa treatment.

There will be resorts or spa treatment centers in islands where you can book an appointment. Look for a hotel that may be offering a day past. Or even better, look out for a summer special. Keep a eye out at your favourite spa and treatment facilities or even your favourite hotel brand that’s on the island. You could even make a girls or couple trips out of your spa day.

Tip, try to book the spa day on the last day of your vacation so that can return home refreshed and rejuvenated

Try Out Yummy Dishes

There is always a special dish on every island. For instance, Bali is famous for Satay and Santorini’s famous dish is Fava me Koukia. Keep an eye out for your favourite resturant and all the deals they may be offering during this time. If you are staying at a hotel for a staycation on an island then try out that hotels famous restaurants.

If you are not a big fan of the traditional dishes of the island then you can even dine out in any restaurant of your choice as well. Look into eating at that special fine dining restaurants you have wanting to eat at. Or Drive to the other end of the island to check out that great jerk you’ve been hearing about. Remember not because you are limited in where you would like to go, currently, doesn’t mean you can’t find the hidden gems on your island that give you that vacation glow.

Island Hopping

Island hopping is yet another fun thing that you can do on an island vacation. But if you are unaware of what island hopping is then, it is serious of short journeys between islands. Although you cannot find such exciting journeys in all islands that you visit if you are in search if an exciting tour then looks out for such a destination.

Moreover, if you are planning for an island staycation then island hopping can make your itinerary exciting and memorable at the same time.

The island hopping can seem extravagant and costly but surprisingly it is not. Many travel companies offer budget-friendly deals for island hopping.

Organise A Family Retreat If You Can

After working so hard for days, you and your family deserve a cool retreat and that retreat will be more exciting if you organize that on an island. You can either take them to the best resort in your favourite island or rent a boat for a family gathering.

Spending some quality time in tranquility with your family always help. If yo are able to plan a family retreat, you can even add some engaging activities, such as diving, sunset-sunset tour, and island shopping.

Yes, you can even buy those island souvenirs. Perhaps, it might sound bizarre while you think about shopping on the island but there are local markets. And we should strive to support our local markets now more than ever.

Self-care should be integrated into our everyday life and not only while traveling. Yes, this term holds more importance than ever in our lives. 2020 may not have been on anyone’s plan but we can do a few things to help us get through it. And thought this may not be the way you thought about vacation this year, remember people pay a lot to come to the Caribbean, so find those hidden gems on your island and tap. into those deals and get yourself that vacation glow!