Remember what the last day of school felt like? When you stepped off the bus and knew the whole summer of adventure lied ahead of you? Why not revisit that sense of wonderment and return to the outdoors with a youthful sense of discovery. Marvel at the uniqueness of a resplendent sunrise, lilting birdsong, the sweet scent of lavender growing wild in a meadow.
Getting reacquainted with nature has been shown to boost physical and emotional wellbeing. Within moments of entering a forest, as the heart rate and blood pressure drop—creativity and productivity take flight.
This month’s picks for wellness resorts have been vetted by our favorite travel writers with the theme of Nature & Outdoors at top of mind. The blissful interactions they’ve experienced include an invigorating plunge into icy waters following a steamy sauna in Scandinavia, roasting s’mores while stargazing against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains and connecting with enchanting chicks at a working farm/spa in the verdant Hudson Valley.
Go ahead. Get lost on your way to finding yourself at any of these nature-inspired destinations.
