Excellent Holiday Ideas for Fitness Enthusiasts

[Keira Rose]

Picture yourself performing yoga in a high-altitude spa-retreat in the Himalayas, or immersing yourself in the sights, smells and sounds of the rolling greens as you tee it off in one of the sea-side golf courses in the Tampa Bay area. Imagine yourself making your way through the hiking trails of the South American rainforests or braving the sea by paddling from one Greek island to another! Truly, the idea of getting outdoors to work your body hard in the fresh air and against a scenic backdrop is simply fantastic. Well, this is how many fitness enthusiasts prefer to vacation. Why not emulate their travel-style at least for once and embark on a trip, which is intertwined with physical activities? Believe us, you will return home fitter and stronger.

Are you craving a healthy holiday? Here are four suggestions on how to weave the exhilaration of exercise into your vacation:

Enjoy Spectacular Nature on a Bicycle Tour

Pedal it out to explore the geography and culture of a particular region. Besides providing you an immersive and invigorating experience, cycling tours let you cover real distance at your own pace. Hit the trails alone or join a group of cyclists on an organized biking trip. You will find innumerable challenging yet accessible routes within the US and also beyond its borders. Make your way through the rolling valleys and rugged mountains interspersed with moors and lakes in Wyoming, Idaho or California, and take in the splendor of ocean and the roughness of the desert.

Heal Your Body, Mind and Spirit at a Yoga Retreat

Since the Sixties, yoga has been big in the west. Even if you cannot make out time for a yoga holiday in an Ayurvedic retreat in India, you can find a number of premium wellness centers near home. Starting from Hawaii to the Rockies, they include celebrated yoga centers like Kripalu, MA, Omega Institute, NY, Esalen Institute, CA, Lumeria Maui, HI, and more. With yoga workshops, meditation sessions, contemplative nature walks and a forced abstinence from alcohol and smoking, a yoga holiday will surely leave you relaxed and refreshed.

Combine Workout and Relaxation in a Stay and Play Golf Resort

Wielding your golf clubs is a great way to hit the outdoors, exercise, and have fun all at the same time. The best part of golfing is it lets you stay in the fresh air and absorb sunshine for a good part of the day. Strolling around the links is beneficial for both your physical and mental health. The best part is you can enjoy a golf holiday with your entire family. While you are busy perfecting your swings and putts, the other members of your family can take advantage of the many activities a golf resort has to offer.

Ditch the City Gym for a Kayaking Trip at Wild Alaska

Who wants to sweat it out on a rowing machine in a city gym, when you can actually work those same muscles by battling out the giant waves in the middle of the ocean? A kayaking trip along the remote wilderness of Alaska's Prince William Sound will let you land on some of the North America's most desolate beaches, coves and islands, and explore the vibrant sea-life as you go.

Many people find relaxation in doing absolutely nothing during the vacation. But for health freaks, fitness regimen and holiday go hand in hand. Want to join the second group? Choose among a kayaking trip in remote Alaska, cycling tours through the rugged parts of the Key West, a weekend in an idyllic golf course resort in Tampa Bay or a yoga holiday in exotic Hawaii. Opt for any one of these incredible holiday ideas, and they will leave you feeling fit and rejuvenated once you return home.