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Easy Summer Drink Ideas + BodyHoliday Favorites

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Hydration with a Twist: Summer Smoothies & Wellness Drinks from BodyHoliday Why Summer Hydration Matters When enjoying holidays with family and friends, remember that hydration—drinking plenty of water during summer—should always be at the top of your list. Salted snacks and outdoor activities can often lead to unnecessary dehydration. Ranging from fatigue, poor focus, dry skin, and diminished concentration, dehydration can have serious effects. Still, there are numerous pleasurable and inventive—yet simple to prepare at home—modes of hydration throughout the summer. At BodyHoliday in Saint Lucia, one of the top St. Lucia all inclusive resorts, we know how to prepare refreshing modern smoothies rich in antioxidants and electrolytes, which are helpful for additional replenishment and hydration. Whether you’re staying at wellness-focused resorts in St. Lucia or exploring other St. Lucia all inclusive vacation options, staying hydrated in creative and nourishing ways is part of the is...
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Why an Active Vacation beats Lounging and Partying

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  For years, summer vacation has been portrayed the same way - A frozen drink in hand, music in the air, and sunbathing near the beach, while sleeping or socializing to pass time. The phrasing is monotonous: “relax, unwind, and let go”. Sometimes, those moments are nice. However, an alarming number of travelers are beginning to contemplate if spending summer in a fog of decadence and idleness is as refreshing as is claimed. What if instead of putting life on pause, summer is the time to hit “reset”, to get active, boost our mind, and reconnect with what genuinely makes us feel alive? This marks the arrival of active summer vacations. The Pitfalls of Passive Vacations There is no harm in resting. Actually, rest is fundamental in maintaining a healthy, balanced lifestyle. The problem arises when you mix rest with stagnation. Stagnation is what lies in every vacation that involves lazing around or partying all night. You’re bound to feel more tired than if you were to restore your ...
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From Coffee to Calm

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It is almost magical how beautifully a relaxing café experience brings together all the elements of a warm environment—the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, a gentle hum of conversation, and the inviting warmth of a comfortable chair. While cafés may function as great places to grab a cup of coffee, they have a much wider purpose. They offer an escape from the daily hustle and bustle of life. In today's world, where everything is work twenty-four seven, these places allow breathing space where people can practice self-care, connect with others,  or simply catch their breath. The Mindful Coffee Experience Mindfulness, the state of paying full attention to the present moment, has undeniably proven to be beneficial for people's mental state. Unlike most places, cafés truly understand the value of this headspace. Take the entire process of consuming coffee, for example: Preceding a sip, one is engulfed indeep, rich aromatic scents. The steamy cup of coffee comforts one's palms, a...
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