Many restorative wellness retreats occur in the tropics and the mountains. Both geographic destinations offer many benefits and environments that promote relaxation, allowing people to step back and care for themselves.
While tropical places offer an abundance of greenery and lots of Vitamin D, here is why people love to visit the mountains.
Nature Rejuvenation
Snowy mountainscapes offer a different form of nature rejuvenation than tropical destinations. Instead of offering the trills of birdsongs, trickling waterfalls, and other natural meditative hustle and bustle, snowy mountaintops provide:
- Stillness
- Aesthetic visuals
- Tranquil quietness
- Refreshing wind
- Hypnotic snowfall
Mountains symbolize numerous philosophical meanings, from sturdiness and groundedness to overcoming obstacles. They create a spiritual and inspirational atmosphere, perfect for connecting with yourself, healing, and relaxation.
Outdoor Exercise
Outdoor activities provide two major benefits for self-healing: physical activity and time spent in nature. There are many reasons why people visit Vail during the holidays and winter months, as an example; it especially attracts travellers with its winter sports.
Mountainsides create an outdoor jungle gym for snowboarding, skiing, and various other winter activities. They provide ample opportunities for you to get active and enjoy some quality time outdoors with some fresh air.
Lack of Connectivity
Electronics improve many aspects of life, but they also create distractions. They take people away from the present, sucking them into their screens and the digital dimension. Social media also stimulates comparative thinking as people compare and contrast their lives to the curated ones people share online.
Mountains lack quality connectivity to cell phones and often internet services. Their dense structures block and weaken signals, producing a tech-free zone. Visiting the mountains allows you to disconnect from distractions and reconnect with yourself and the present.
Quaint Isolation
Compared with other popular travel destinations—beachsides and cities—mountainsides require more of a journey. The elevated terrain also limits the town’s sprawl and buildings. Mountain towns feature small populations and isolated living situations.
Aside from the ski resorts, most mountain living involves enjoying the peace of isolation, seclusion, and stillness. Once again, it removes distractions, allowing you to focus on other things like yourself, honing a new skill, and relationships.
There are more reasons why people love to visit the mountains, from the change in scenery to the tranquil beauty of the mountains. For those looking to expand their self-connection and improve their wellness, mountainsides and their towns provide the perfect destinations to immerse yourself in nature, seclusion, and stillness.
This winter, book yourself a trip to the mountains and savour a retreat into snowy solitude.
