{"id":54648,"date":"2019-08-30T07:56:12","date_gmt":"2019-08-30T14:56:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/?p=54648"},"modified":"2023-10-25T15:34:31","modified_gmt":"2023-10-25T22:34:31","slug":"wellness-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wellness-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Holidays That Promote Wellness"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Holidays That Promote Wellness &#8211; Taking a holiday is a good way of taking care of yourself, especially with the hectic lives most of us lead.<\/p>\n<p>However, holidays and vacations aren\u2019t just a way of relaxing; they can also be a way of promoting our overall wellness as well.<\/p>\n<p>Wellness is an active process of becoming aware of and making relevant choices towards a healthy and fulfilling life.<\/p>\n<p>It is taking care of your emotional, spiritual, and physical needs.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Holidays_That_Promote_Wellness\"><\/span>Holidays That Promote Wellness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wellness-holidays\/#Holidays_That_Promote_Wellness\" title=\"Holidays That Promote Wellness\">Holidays That Promote Wellness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wellness-holidays\/#DO_A_SPIRITUAL_PILGRIMAGE_IN_SRI_LANKA\" title=\"DO A SPIRITUAL PILGRIMAGE IN SRI LANKA\">DO A SPIRITUAL PILGRIMAGE IN SRI LANKA<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wellness-holidays\/#ENJOY_THE_GEOTHERMAL_POOLS_IN_ICELAND\" title=\"ENJOY THE GEOTHERMAL POOLS IN ICELAND\">ENJOY THE GEOTHERMAL POOLS IN ICELAND<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wellness-holidays\/#The_Blue_Lagoon_Reykjanes\" title=\"The Blue Lagoon, Reykjanes\">The Blue Lagoon, Reykjanes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wellness-holidays\/#Nautholsvik_Geothermal_beach_Reykjavik\" title=\"Nautholsvik Geothermal beach, Reykjavik\">Nautholsvik Geothermal beach, Reykjavik<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wellness-holidays\/#Landmannalaugar\" title=\"Landmannalaugar\">Landmannalaugar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wellness-holidays\/#MEDITATE_IN_MONGOLIA\" title=\"MEDITATE IN MONGOLIA\">MEDITATE IN MONGOLIA<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wellness-holidays\/#RECONNECT_WITH_NATURE_IN_MOZAMBIQUE\" title=\"RECONNECT WITH NATURE IN MOZAMBIQUE\">RECONNECT WITH NATURE IN MOZAMBIQUE<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wellness-holidays\/#LOOK_AFTER_ORANGUTANS_IN_BORNEO_Animal_conservation\" title=\"LOOK AFTER ORANGUTANS IN BORNEO (Animal conservation)\">LOOK AFTER ORANGUTANS IN BORNEO (Animal conservation)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>The following holiday adventures can promote your general wellness.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div>\n<dl id=\"attachment_2174\">\n<dt><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/03\/iceland-with-kids-travel-family.jpeg\" alt=\"Holidays That Promote Wellness\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\"><\/dt>\n<dd>Family wellness holiday<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DO_A_SPIRITUAL_PILGRIMAGE_IN_SRI_LANKA\"><\/span>DO A SPIRITUAL PILGRIMAGE IN SRI LANKA<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sri-Lanka happens to be home to some of the most spectacular Buddhist temples, monuments, and historical sites in the world.<\/p>\n<p>You could take a walk to the temples in the ancient cities.<\/p>\n<p>In the corner of the lake of town Kandy, there lies the beautiful Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.<\/p>\n<p>Legends say that this beautiful temple was saved from Buddha\u2019s funeral pyre and traveled a long way to finally settle in this ancient town.<\/p>\n<p>This Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is set in in a very quiet and serene part of the lake making a must-go-to place to go to when <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rickshawtravel.co.uk\/asia\/sri-lanka\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">doing a spiritual pilgrimage in Sri-Lanka<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Just a few hours from the great town Kandy there lays a dusty town known as Dam bulla.<\/p>\n<p>At the entrance of the town lies Cave Temples that are guarded by a large golden statue of Buddha that marks the way up the hill.<\/p>\n<p>This is a great place to take a spiritual pilgrimage walk as you experience the breath-taking views and scenery.<\/p>\n<p>The caves have almost 2000 years of history that can help you learn the most important murals and statues.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ENJOY_THE_GEOTHERMAL_POOLS_IN_ICELAND\"><\/span>ENJOY THE GEOTHERMAL POOLS IN ICELAND<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Soaking outdoors in a geothermal pool is a vital part of the Iceland experience.<\/p>\n<p>This is a sure way of; meditation and relaxation.<\/p>\n<p>Surprisingly, every <a href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/iceland-with-kids-travel-with-baby-children-or-teenagers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">settlement in Iceland<\/a> regardless of the size has a geothermal pool sited in it.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, you don\u2019t have to travel far from where you reside to get to experience these natures\u2019 gifts.<\/p>\n<p>Some of the geothermal pools that you can go to in search of wellness are;<\/p>\n<div>\n<dl id=\"\">\n<dt><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/photos\/i-4MW6P9B\/0\/acd8d731\/O\/i-4MW6P9B.png\" alt=\"bluelagoon Reykjavik Iceland\" width=\"702\" height=\"525\"><\/dt>\n<dd>Bluelagoon Reykjavik Iceland<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Blue_Lagoon_Reykjanes\"><\/span>The Blue Lagoon, Reykjanes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This pool is located just off the highway that links this town to the international airport at Keflavik.<\/p>\n<p>This makes it very accessible if you are flying in from another country.<\/p>\n<p>This glorious spa has brightly colored water which is an outflow from a geothermal power station located nearby and has fine white silt that is considered a cure for every type of skin condition.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, this is a perfect travel destination that will promote your wellness.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nautholsvik_Geothermal_beach_Reykjavik\"><\/span>Nautholsvik Geothermal beach, Reykjavik<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This is a small white sand beach that is located in the worlds northernmost capital.<\/p>\n<p>It is usually packed with the locals of the area, particularly on sunny days.<\/p>\n<p>It has 2 hot tubs steaming at 38 degrees calcium making it a very enjoyable and relaxing place to go to at any season of the year.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Landmannalaugar\"><\/span>Landmannalaugar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It is situated on the gravel plains of a surprisingly bright wasteland of vivid orange Rhyolite Mountains.<\/p>\n<p>This pool is usually referred to as the \u201cfarmers hot bathing pool\u201d seeps out under the edge of a lava flow that traces back to the 15th century.<\/p>\n<p>Walking upstream to where the two flows, cold and hot mixes is a dramatic show for you to watch as you meditate and relax your mind<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"MEDITATE_IN_MONGOLIA\"><\/span>MEDITATE IN MONGOLIA<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can choose to visit the Aryaval monastery and meditation centre in Mongolia to experience true spiritual relaxation and wellness.<\/p>\n<p>This meditation center was successfully inaugurated in 2006 after very many years of construction.<\/p>\n<p>The center is located on the hillside of a mountain covered with granite rocks and larches in the Terelj National park.<\/p>\n<p>You will not only get to experience the true state of spiritual wellness but also get to admire the new sculpture of Buddha that was recently carved in the rock.<\/p>\n<p>The mediation hut is located at the top of the hill.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s recommended that the <a href=\"https:\/\/thetravelaisle.com\/where-to-go-in-july\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">best time to visit Mongolia is in July<\/a>, in time for Nadaam Festival, which presents an opportunity to let your hair down after finding yourself.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RECONNECT_WITH_NATURE_IN_MOZAMBIQUE\"><\/span>RECONNECT WITH NATURE IN MOZAMBIQUE<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Mozambique is blessed with several of the most <a href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/great-surfing-beaches-within-reach-of-malaga\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">spectacular beaches in Africa<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>It is also well known for its fantastic marine life.<\/p>\n<p>Africa is in other terms is a marine time country.<\/p>\n<p>The country is pretty much all about wonderful snorkeling, fishing, and diving activities, so anyone looking to relax can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ampersandtravel.com\/africa\/mozambique\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">tailor make their Mozambique getaway<\/a>, to fit their own rehabilitation needs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This is a very good opportunity to reconnect with natures finest marine life creatures.<\/p>\n<p>It is also a good place to promote your overall wellness.<\/p>\n<p>Taking part in the activities can be an ultimate stress reliever and a way to relax both physically and mentally.<\/p>\n<p>The country has an astonishing 2500 kilometers of the great Indian Ocean frontage that separates South Africa from Tanzania.<\/p>\n<p>On the south of Mozambique is the archetypal tropical Nirvana beach that offers world-class activities like game fishing.<\/p>\n<p>You can also get to reconnect with the wonderful nature as by visiting the following national park;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ranascent Gorongosa National Park<\/li>\n<li>Island of Biera<\/li>\n<li>The vast Niassa Game Reserve bordering Tanzania<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>\n<dl id=\"\">\n<dt><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/GoGreenTravelGreen-2014\/i-TKLfShd\/0\/6125db2e\/XL\/Mozambique%20Beaches-XL.jpg\" alt=\"Mozambique Beaches\" width=\"1023\" height=\"609\"><\/dt>\n<dd>Mozambique Beaches<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LOOK_AFTER_ORANGUTANS_IN_BORNEO_Animal_conservation\"><\/span>LOOK AFTER ORANGUTANS IN BORNEO (Animal conservation)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can decide to volunteer with the orangutans in Borneo and play your part in saving the critically endangered great ape.<\/p>\n<p>Sumatra and Borneo, orangutans are currently only found in the rain forests of these islands.<\/p>\n<p>Most of the orangutan volunteer programmes are offered to strive to help protect the great apes.<\/p>\n<p>They also offer award-winning orangutan volunteer programmes that work to improve the lives of those apes in captivity.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, by volunteering, you will not only promote your wellness but also you will play a vital role in assisting to bring these amazing creatures back to the brink.<\/p>\n<p>The above holiday adventures are a great choice to promote your wellness.<\/p>\n<p>From looking after the Orangutans in Borneo to reconnecting with nature in Mozambique to taking a spiritual pilgrimage walk in Sri-Lanka to meditation in Mongolia, you can be sure to find the activity that you think will best promote your overall wellness.<\/p>\n<p>Places to Enjoy <a href=\"https:\/\/gogreentravelgreen.com\/green-holiday-wilderness\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Green 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