{"id":35882,"date":"2021-12-23T18:29:19","date_gmt":"2021-12-23T07:29:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/?p=35882"},"modified":"2024-06-12T17:28:24","modified_gmt":"2024-06-12T07:28:24","slug":"how-to-have-the-best-staycation-ever-and-three-reasons-why-it-might-just-change-your-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/how-to-have-the-best-staycation-ever-and-three-reasons-why-it-might-just-change-your-life\/","title":{"rendered":"Seven New Ways To Have The Best Staycation Ever And Three Reasons Why It Might Just Change Your Life"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_content&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap center\" data-max-width=\"110%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"1080\" width=\"1920\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/drew-dau-GA2sc8nIOsk-unsplash.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/drew-dau-GA2sc8nIOsk-unsplash.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/drew-dau-GA2sc8nIOsk-unsplash-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/drew-dau-GA2sc8nIOsk-unsplash-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/drew-dau-GA2sc8nIOsk-unsplash-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/drew-dau-GA2sc8nIOsk-unsplash-1536x864.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"Blys blog - Seven New Ways To Have The Best Staycation Ever And Three Reasons Why It Might Just Change Your Life - aerial photo of woman floating in pool\" \/><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;5%&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s the straight-up truth of the matter. Life has been truly hectic this past couple of years. We\u2019ve pulled together (nice work on that by the way) and powered on through, but now it\u2019s time to rest, reconnect and recover.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travel is out of the question for quite a few of us (thanks Covid), but that\u2019s cool &#8211; you can have an epic summer holiday right here in your own backyard.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here, a rundown of seven cool staycation ideas and activities to get you started.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/how-to-have-the-best-staycation-ever-and-three-reasons-why-it-might-just-change-your-life\/#Get_into_nature\" >Get into nature<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/how-to-have-the-best-staycation-ever-and-three-reasons-why-it-might-just-change-your-life\/#Catch_some_rays\" >Catch some rays<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/how-to-have-the-best-staycation-ever-and-three-reasons-why-it-might-just-change-your-life\/#Make_a_vision_board\" >Make a vision board<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/how-to-have-the-best-staycation-ever-and-three-reasons-why-it-might-just-change-your-life\/#Create_your_own_spa\" >Create your own spa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/how-to-have-the-best-staycation-ever-and-three-reasons-why-it-might-just-change-your-life\/#Bond_over_a_film_or_three\" >Bond over a film (or three)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/how-to-have-the-best-staycation-ever-and-three-reasons-why-it-might-just-change-your-life\/#Learn_to_meditate\" >Learn to meditate<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/how-to-have-the-best-staycation-ever-and-three-reasons-why-it-might-just-change-your-life\/#Find_a_furry_friend\" >Find a furry friend<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/how-to-have-the-best-staycation-ever-and-three-reasons-why-it-might-just-change-your-life\/#Science_says_%E2%80%A6\" >Science says \u2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/how-to-have-the-best-staycation-ever-and-three-reasons-why-it-might-just-change-your-life\/#Three_surprising_reasons_a_holiday_might_just_save_your_life\" >Three surprising reasons a holiday might just save your life<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/how-to-have-the-best-staycation-ever-and-three-reasons-why-it-might-just-change-your-life\/#Ready_to_bring_the_spa_to_your_staycation\" >Ready to bring the spa to your staycation?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_into_nature\"><\/span><b>Get into nature<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We don\u2019t mean to brag, but we do live in the most beautiful country in the world. A holiday at home is the perfect opportunity to get into nature and enjoy some wildlife while you\u2019re at it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why not grab your friends and hit your nearest national park and take a moment to just be. That\u2019s all it takes for you to rest and reset shows a University of Sussex study, which confirms that we\u2019re \u2018significantly happier outdoors in all green or natural habitat types than in urban environments\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Tip<\/strong>: Inhale to the count of five and exhale to the count of eight. Repeat. Instant stress reliever.<\/span><\/em>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap center\" data-max-width=\"75%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"1281\" width=\"1920\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mitch-braithwaite-kjfdacDML9M-unsplash.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mitch-braithwaite-kjfdacDML9M-unsplash.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mitch-braithwaite-kjfdacDML9M-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mitch-braithwaite-kjfdacDML9M-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mitch-braithwaite-kjfdacDML9M-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mitch-braithwaite-kjfdacDML9M-unsplash-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/mitch-braithwaite-kjfdacDML9M-unsplash-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"7 ways to have the best staycation ever - get into nature - 3 people hiking through the bush with overnight packs on\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Catch_some_rays\"><\/span><b>Catch some rays<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A few hours in the sun is the best natural mood booster going, says model mama and entrepreneur Elyse Knowles. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThe beach always brings a smile to my face,\u201d says Elyse. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course the sun also provides vitamin D. It has also been linked to wide-ranging health benefits including lower blood pressure, reduced heart disease risk and even better chances of surviving cancer. Oh and it makes you feel good. Facts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><em><strong>Tip<\/strong>: Do apply a quality all-natural sunscreen. We want to protect that gorgeous face of yours.<\/em><\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap center\" data-max-width=\"75%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"1280\" width=\"1920\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/s-o-c-i-a-l-c-u-t-W4scFEJtQxg-unsplash.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/s-o-c-i-a-l-c-u-t-W4scFEJtQxg-unsplash.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/s-o-c-i-a-l-c-u-t-W4scFEJtQxg-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/s-o-c-i-a-l-c-u-t-W4scFEJtQxg-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/s-o-c-i-a-l-c-u-t-W4scFEJtQxg-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/s-o-c-i-a-l-c-u-t-W4scFEJtQxg-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/s-o-c-i-a-l-c-u-t-W4scFEJtQxg-unsplash-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"7 ways to have the best staycation ever - catch some rays - Australian beach with lifeguard flags and people jumping in waves in the distance\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_a_vision_board\"><\/span><strong>Make a vision board<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A summer staycation is the perfect time to take a look back over the past year and consider what you did right, where you strayed off track and what you hope to achieve in the year ahead. This is an ace staycation activity for couples if you happen to be a part of one. You might be surprised by one another\u2019s hopes, goals and dreams.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Tip<em>:<\/em><\/strong><em> Sit alone, with your partner or your dear ones, says Jordanna Levin, author of Make it Happen (Allen&amp;Unwin). \u201cPicture your life as it will be when you have everything you desire to manifest,\u201d says Jordanna.<\/em><\/span>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap center\" data-max-width=\"75%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"1706\" width=\"2560\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-charan-sai-2874998-scaled.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-charan-sai-2874998-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-charan-sai-2874998-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-charan-sai-2874998-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-charan-sai-2874998-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-charan-sai-2874998-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-charan-sai-2874998-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-charan-sai-2874998-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Create_your_own_spa\"><\/span><b>Create your own spa<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Light the candles, draw a warm bath, add a few drops of essential oils known to reduce stress and promote feelings of awesomeness (not the scientific term but you know what we mean). Linger in the water for as long as you fancy then wrap yourself in a fluffy robe and let the cares of the world up and disappear. Take the effect up a notch with an at-home treatment such as a mani-pedi, a facial or heck, both. This is a staycation after all.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Tip:<\/em><\/strong><em> Head on over to Blys <\/em><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and book yourself a luxury at-home treatment.<\/span><\/em>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap center\" data-max-width=\"75%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"1280\" width=\"1920\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/roberto-nickson-YCW4BEhKluw-unsplash.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/roberto-nickson-YCW4BEhKluw-unsplash.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/roberto-nickson-YCW4BEhKluw-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/roberto-nickson-YCW4BEhKluw-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/roberto-nickson-YCW4BEhKluw-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/roberto-nickson-YCW4BEhKluw-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/roberto-nickson-YCW4BEhKluw-unsplash-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"7 ways to have the best staycation ever - bring the spa to your home - woman sitting in bathtub holding a glass of wine looking out a natural rock formation\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bond_over_a_film_or_three\"><\/span><strong><b>Bond over a film (or three)<\/b><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Streaming services such as Netflix offer an amazing array of staycation worthy films and TV series that will bring you and your loved ones closer. Did you know that watching a comedy boosts blood flow to the heart? Well, it does. According to research published in BMJ Specialty Journals, t<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">he impact of watching a funny film was equivalent to a bout of aerobic exercise. This summer skip the Pump class (hurrah) and share a chuckle with your mates instead.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Set up a cinema in the yard with a projector and screen for the full holiday at home experience. Oh and fairy lights are always cool. Always.<\/span><\/em>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap center\" data-max-width=\"75%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"853\" width=\"1280\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-cottonbro-4009036.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-cottonbro-4009036.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-cottonbro-4009036-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-cottonbro-4009036-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-cottonbro-4009036-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-cottonbro-4009036-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"7 ways to have the best staycation ever - bond over a film - male and female couple snuggling on lounge while\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_to_meditate\"><\/span><strong>Learn to meditate<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A holiday in an exotic location is a bonus, but this year we\u2019re limited in where we can go. Accordingly, we need to bring the travel vibe home. One of the simplest ways to do just that is by practising a little mindfulness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re new to the concept there\u2019s plenty of guided meditation apps and mindfulness apps available online. Both practises will help you to kick stress to the curb.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> <em>Headspace guide to meditation is a great option for beginners and youngsters will love mindfulness games for kids. Alternatively, get yourself some \u2018stress less\u2019 cards which provide easy tips and tricks to follow.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap center\" data-max-width=\"75%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"853\" width=\"1280\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-cottonbro-4056535.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-cottonbro-4056535.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-cottonbro-4056535-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-cottonbro-4056535-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-cottonbro-4056535-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-cottonbro-4056535-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"7 ways to have the best staycation ever - learn to meditate - woman and her dog sitting on yoga mat in home. Woman is meditating\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 7px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Find_a_furry_friend\"><\/span><b>Find a furry friend<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lockdowns, job losses and social isolation have been the hallmarks of 2021 meaning many of us missed out on the benefits of physical touch.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8220;To fill the void of loneliness and provide a buffer against stress, there has been a global upsurge in people adopting dogs and cats from animal shelters during lockdowns,\u201d says Dr Janette Young, of the University of South Australia.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> If you\u2019re not a pet owner hit the local rescue group and offer to walk the dogs or snuggle with the cats. It\u2019s good for you and them too. #winwin.<\/span><\/em>[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap center\" data-max-width=\"75%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation skip-lazy \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"853\" width=\"1280\"  data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-hanna-8322213.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-hanna-8322213.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-hanna-8322213-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-hanna-8322213-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-hanna-8322213-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/pexels-hanna-8322213-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"7 ways to have the best staycation ever - get a furry friend - photo of grey kitten playing with ball\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 25px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[nectar_highlighted_text highlight_color=&#8221;#08aec8&#8243; style=&#8221;full_text&#8221;]\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Science_says_%E2%80%A6\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Science says \u2026<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Three_surprising_reasons_a_holiday_might_just_save_your_life\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Three surprising reasons a holiday might just save your life<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n[\/nectar_highlighted_text]<div class=\"divider-wrap\" data-alignment=\"default\"><div style=\"height: 25px;\" class=\"divider\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feeling guilty about taking a break? Stop right now. Research shows that a holiday (or even several) can change your life and in significant ways.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, Harvard Medical School\u00a0researchers found that a holiday provides a \u2018strong and immediate impact on stress levels\u2019, plus boosts feelings of vitality. In laymen\u2019s terms &#8211; a holiday makes you feel good both inside and out and quickly too. Time to lock down those staycation ideas now.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If that\u2019s not enough to encourage you then this certainly will &#8211; your summer staycation could actually prevent a heart attack. A study out of Syracuse University found that even a short break from work and regular life (hello holiday at home) can reduce metabolic symptoms and therefore the risk of cardiovascular disease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And no, hitting the gym and following a healthy eating plan isn\u2019t enough to get you over the line boss ladies. 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