How to initiate the ultimate mental reset on your travels

It's no surprise that the travel companies are inundated with bookings at the moment. Having been forced to press the 'pause' button for the best part of eighteen months, travel appears to be heading back to normal.

For many, this is finally a mechanism to rest and initiate a mental reset. We're all aware of the effects of burnout, and how this has seemingly become more prominent (or at least more understood) over recent years. Travel can allow you to recharge your batteries if of course, you make the right moves.

Through today's article, we're now going to take a look at some of the best things you can do on your trip away if you are trying to mentally reset.

Leave nothing to chance from the get-go

Even if you don't consider yourself the most organised person, make sure you are beforehand.

In a bid to avoid those mental worries that can drain you as soon as you step foot onto a cruise, ensure you have the appropriate cruise travel insurance, as well as all the recent paperwork obligations that the pandemic may have forced on you.

Give plenty of time for this. "Mad rush" are two words that should never be associated with a holiday that is designed to recharge your batteries.

It's time to turn off your phone

If you've not heard the news, mobile phone addiction is something that is very much real and many of us are guilty of it. We can't "switch off", and our phones are central to this.

Of course, it might not be completely possible to turn off your phone, but you can at least remove the work e-mail alerts and dare we say it, uninstall Instagram or your social media platform of choice.

Slow down your pace

We're not suggesting that you spend your days doing absolutely nothing, but rather, focus on the experiences that cannot be replicated.

Take time to explore the local area, take a walk on the beach, or have a long lunch with a view. It might sound like a cliché, but these moments cannot be bought.

What's the worst thing you can do? Try and tick off every TripAdvisor element possible. Sure, some holidays are designed for adventure, but there's a limit. Make sure that you give yourself enough time to step back and relax.

Connect with nature

This is one that often gets overlooked but is so important.

If you are able to, make sure you spend some time outside in nature. This could be a walk in the park, a hike in the mountains or simply sitting on the beach.

The key is to take some time away from the hustle and bustle. Let your mind wander and take in the surroundings. It might not sound like much, but it can work wonders.

Again, you don’t have to write-off every manmade attraction, but paying particular attention to nature during these getaways can make all the difference.