Throughout the month, we’ve explored strategies to help you make the most of your holidays. We’ve covered everything from embracing the ‘Power of Presence’ to stress-free holiday travel and making sure you get what you need from your holiday experience. Rounding up the month, let’s recap these insights, and be sure to read on to the end where I’m sharing one of my top resources for researching your holiday destinations.
Blog Posts
July 5th, 2024 – Lessons learnt in Siena: The power of presence
I recently went on holiday to Siena in Italy, and if you’ve followed me for a while now, you’ll know that I often share my insights or ‘lessons learned’ whilst on holiday. For me, holidays can be a brilliant opportunity for insights and reflection as you’re out of your normal environment and routines. With less pressure or obligations, you’re more likely to experience life in the ‘present moment’ – which is essentially mindfulness … Read the full post here
July 12th, 2024 – Lessons learnt in Siena: Preparation is key
This week we’re looking at how to best prepare for your holiday. Many people, including myself, often find the lead-up to a holiday quite stressful for various reasons. There’s finalising the travel plans, packing, leaving your home in order and tying up loose ends at work before we (ideally) sign off. Myself and many of my clients experience what I like to call ‘travel anxiety’ – that looming pressure and stress that you usually feel right up until you arrive at your holiday destination … Read the full post here
July 19th, 2024 – Lessons learnt in Siena: Prioritise your needs on holiday
Welcome to the final post in our summer holiday series. We’ve discussed the benefits of going away, preparing for your holiday and, now, it’s time to look at how you can make the most of it. A holiday isn’t just a break from routine; it’s a crucial tool for enhancing your wellbeing, shaping your perceptions, and boosting your performance. However, there are certain tricks to making the most of it. Here’s how .… Read the full post here
Worth Sharing This Month
Whenever I’m planning a holiday, I always turn to Condé Nast Traveller for tips on what to do, where to eat, and where to stay. Their website is packed with great articles on tourist attractions, top activities, the best restaurants, and amazing hotels. All I do is type my destination into the search bar and see what comes up. I’ve followed their advice many times, and it’s always been spot on!
Researching your destination before you travel can help you get a sense of what to expect and build excitement for your trip. You might even consider creating an itinerary, which is something I always like to do because it helps me feel prepared and organised. However, as I emphasised in last week’s post, it’s really important to also stay flexible. Don’t over-schedule or stick too rigidly to your plans, as it’s crucial to allow for spontaneity and adapt to how you feel once you arrive.
If you go from busy at home and work to busy on holiday, you’re unlikely to fully relax and make the most of being on holiday!
Kate x
