New Year, New You

The New Year is a time for change. It is a time to make health a top priority and focus on what really matters—you! The best way to start off the year on the right foot is to plan a wellness-inspired trip.

Taking care of your body and mind are the best ways to focus on your wellness. A vacation can be both restorative and inspirational. A wellness-inspired trip sets the tone for the year and can be a great addition to your New Year Resolutions.

What are the top destinations for the best wellness trips? Keep reading to find out!

Soak up the Sun

Did you know sunshine has some of the greatest health benefits for your body? Sunshine can improve sleep, reduce stress, strengthen the immune system, and even help combat depression. Getting quality sunshine is especially important during the winter months when long, dark winter days can adversely affect health. 

Cottonwood, Arizona

One of the best places to vacation if you are looking to add some sunshine to your life is Arizona. Arizona is one of the sunniest states in the winter. If you want to visit a welcoming city located in the heart of Arizona and the heart of wine country, take a trip to Cottonwood. This scenic destination has plenty of activities to enjoy in the sun including wine tasting, biking, and even horseback riding. 

Grab your free Cottonwood Visitors Guide and get ready to soak up the sun!

Fairbanks, Alaska

Another great destination to soak up the sun is Fairbanks, Alaska. Fairbanks is called “the Land of the Midnight Sun” and for good reason! During the Midnight Sun Season, the sun never seems to set. This means that regardless of the hour, you can be outside enjoying the sights and getting some much-needed vitamin D. The Midnight Sun Season runs from April 22 to August 20. 

If you are ready for a trip filled with endless sunshine, then use your free Fairbanks Visitors Guide to start planning your trip!

Get out and Play

If you are focused on wellness in the new year, then you should be thinking about play. Play is important for physical, mental, and emotional wellness. Movement-based play is good for your heart, lungs, and body. Physical activity can encourage the release of endorphins, helping to reduce stress and improve your sense of wellbeing. Play is also a great way to bond with your friends and family. 

Warren County, Ohio

If you are looking for a trip with endless opportunities for play then you should look no further than Warren County, Ohio. Warren County has earned the title of Ohio’s Largest Playground and it is easy to see why! Bond with your family at one of the many family-friendly attractions including Kings Island Amusement Park, Great Wolf Lodge, and Camp Cedar Outdoor Resort.

Get your guide to Ohio’s Largest Playground today!

Greater Zion, Utah

Greater Zion, Utah is another great destination for outdoor play and fun! Greater Zion offers world-class mountain biking and hiking adventures set against stunning red rock cliffs. Its mild temperatures and breathtaking scenery also make it the ideal golfing getaway—not to mention that it has 14 golf courses within a 20-mile radius. Check out all Greater Zion has to offer with a free golf guide and free visitors guide

Sail Away

One of the best wellness decisions you can make is to sail away…or more specifically, cruise away! A cruise is a great way to travel and is one of the best wellness trips you can take. A cruise offers ample opportunity to focus on your health and wellness needs while providing plenty of fresh ocean air, quality bonding time, and hassle-free exploration. There is no shortage of cruises available, now you just have to pick one that is perfect for you!

Polar Cruising – Antarctica |Arctic

Did you know that bucket list trips make some of the best wellness trips? Bucket list trips are important to mental well-being and emotional health. Is a polar cruise on your bucket list? Then the new year is the perfect time to cross it off of your bucket list of travel adventures!

Start planning your bucket list polar adventure with the free Polar Cruising – Antarctica |Arctic Guide.

Alaska Cruises

Did you know that cruises are also great for family wellness? The enjoyment and adventure of cruising is beneficial for both children and adults. If you want to share the gift of wellness with your family in the new year, then take your family on an Alaska cruise!

You don’t have to plan your Alaska cruise on your own. Get our free Alaska Cruise Travel Planner to find the best cruise to help you and your family achieve your wellness goals.

Take a Hike

Did you know hiking is basically just walking on trails? Did you also know that walking is one of the best ways to improve your overall wellness? That means that if you are trying to improve your wellness in the new year—take a hike (or a walk)! There are so many beautiful destinations with hiking trails for all ability levels. Now is the ideal time to plan your hiking trips for the year. 

Olympic Peninsula, Washington

Washington State’s Olympic Peninsula is truly a place to spark your senses while you walk. You can take hikes along pristine mountain trails, through the expansive rainforest, and even along the beach.

Time to get out your hiking boots and grab your free Olympic Peninsula Travel Planner!

Adirondack Coast, New York

With more than 2,000 miles of hiking trails, the Adirondack Coast is a great place to kickstart your wellness journey. You can take it easy along a local trail or challenge yourself with the 46 High Peaks. 

Find your perfect hike in the free Adirondack Coast Travel Guide.

Unplug and Relax

If you are focusing on wellness in the upcoming year, then making time to unplug and relax should be a top priority. Trips focused on disconnecting from digital demands can do wonders for personal wellness. Even a short, relaxing weekend without digital devices can improve mental health, promote overall well-being, and reduce stress. 

Where can you go to unplug and relax? We have a few great destinations in mind!

Wyoming

Wyoming is the ideal destination for a wellness trip. It has the perfect combination of small towns and alluring national parks to ensure that you have plenty of reasons to unplug and focus on enjoying where you are. 

Take advantage of all Wyoming has to offer with our free travel guides to Cody Yellowstone Country, Bighorn Mountain Country, and Carbon County. 

Montana

If you really want to unplug and live life on mountain time, then take a trip to Montana! Montana is known as “Big Sky Country” and it is pretty clear how it got its name. It has ample wide open spaces and an unobstructed skyline, the perfect backdrop for sitting back and relaxing. Montana is a place where wellness is a way of life. Thanks to its wide open spaces and dark night skies, Montana is also one of the premier destinations for stargazing. What’s more relaxing than laying back and looking for shooting stars?

Plan your relaxing Montana trip with free guides to Montana’s Glacier Country and Missoula.

Start Planning Your Wellness Trips Today

Don’t let the new year pass you by– start planning your wellness-inspired trips today! From soaking up the sun in Arizona, to cruising in Antarctica, to counting stars in Montana—there are countless ways to prioritize your health and well-being in the new year. Use our free travel guides to plan your wellness-inspired trip today.