Exercise in 2020 is looking a lot different from years past. While many of us may be missing our treadmill runs, the bland (or mirrored) interior walls of the local gym are far from the idyllic environment most runners desire. This is the perfect time to embrace the fresh air and beautiful scenery of outdoor running. And while we may…
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The time between Thanksgiving and New Year’s can derail even the most meticulous diet and exercise plan, especially if you’re traveling to another city or country to visit your family. You’ll have unexpected obligations, unfamiliar surroundings, and—if your family is anything like mine—giant holiday meals to contend with during those six festive weeks. However, if you go into the holidays…
If you are someone who loves to run and has a desire to travel the world, finding the perfect destination marathon is a great way to satisfy both your travel and running bugs. There are so many different marathons in upcoming year to be found throughout the world, why not make a trip out of them. Registering for a marathon…
On your next vacation, why not combine your passion for travel and yoga? Schools and retreats across the world offer training programs to students who wish to become instructors. It’s a chance to embark on a yoga journey to the destination you’ve been dying to cross off your bucket list, and maybe jumpstart a new career—or at least a cool…
Planning for vacation is already a difficult task, so exercising during your trip is often left out of the itinerary. You can, however, avoid taking home a few extra pounds as a souvenir by incorporating exercise into your family activities. Simply opting for active activities allows your family to stay fit while enjoying their vacation and exploring all at once!…
You know that sense of rejuvenation you feel after a weekend at the beach? Most people attribute it to time spent with loved ones in the sun, away from the stresses of daily life. But according to science, there’s actually another reason why you leave the shore feeling like a brand new person: the ocean. You may be familiar with…
Some people try to whip themselves into shape in the weeks leading up to a beach vacation. Others live a healthy lifestyle year round and look for vacation destinations that offer a chance to work out and put their athleticism to good use. Whether you’re the last-minute crammer, the dedicated athlete or somewhere in between, an exercise-focused holiday may be…
The road less traveled sometimes truly does make all the difference. If you’re searching for a unique vacation that takes you off the beaten path so you can explore sights and sounds you would have missed otherwise, a European cycling vacation may be exactly what you’re looking for. While rewarding, it’s not quite as easy as simply packing your bags…
Each year, we see trends in health, fitness and fashion splashed across magazines and runways. But those aren’t the only industries with trends. The travel industry is constantly emerging with new trends, whether it’s where people are flocking to for vacations or how they’re traveling and vacationing. And 2016 is no different. This year, there are several travel trends that…
A few years ago, I wouldn’t have considered taking a vacation on a cruise ship. Between scary headlines about cruise ship outbreaks of norovirus and my love for all-inclusive Caribbean resorts, I simply never pictured myself boarding a cruise ship. All of that changed several months ago when I was tasked with interviewing doctors and cruise experts that squashed any…