Adventure and wellness: Combining hiking challenges with spa indulgence

Just imagine: vacation time is around the corner and you and your family can’t decide whether to choose to go on an adventure hiking trip or spend time at a wellness getaway.

While the allure of adrenaline pumping activities in uncharted territory beckons, the promise of unwinding amidst serene surroundings which allow for self-reflection is also difficult to resist.

That said, the beauty lies in embracing the crossroads and allowing your heart’s desire to combine both a dream hiking trip together with spa indulgence in order by embarking on a holistic journey that will leave the spirit enriched and the mind and body refreshed.

We all deserve a reset, whether seeking a fresh outlook on life or summiting a mountain in the wilds of Alaska. Thankfully, cruise travel can provide you with both, by allowing you to pamper yourself onboard as well as embrace adventures in new destinations the moment you land.

So here are some best wellness experiences you should add to your cruise travel list:

Hiking, Alaska 

Vacation hikes are a perfect substitute to a workout at an onboard gym, should one prefer to get out in order to mix things up. Moreover,you can amp up your vacation with a last minute cruise deal that offers low price and a great  opportunity to enjoy an epic adventure, both on the water and on land.

Additionally, from Sakagway’s Chilkoot trail to Denali National Park and Preserve, Alaska’s stunning backdrop will be on full display on a cruise to America’s Last Frontier. A perfect opportunity for outdoorsy chics to show off their hiking hairstyles when trekking to such far off places.

Hot Springs, Iceland 

The traditional hot spring bath ritual has been prevailing since Roman times and many still swear by the effects these thermal baths have in relaxing the mind, improving circulation and easing muscle pain.

Iceland’s Blue Lagoon continues to be high on the travel list for those seeking healing waters as it is simply jam-packed with minerals and also offers travelers an opportunity to detox with a mud bath. The best part is while on board you can also make use of the spa or hot tubs to give a break to sore muscles.

Mud Baths, Italy

Mud baths have been known to be popular in eastern Europe centuries ago, thanks to their well-known healing properties due to the presence of thermal water and volcanic ash. Cruise ships offer several other destinations like Greece, Turkey and New Zealand, apart from Europe for those looking for outdoor options.

Ischia, in particular, which as an island off the coast of Naples, Italy is on top of the wellness seekers list because of the mineral rich mud treatment options available there. In fact, the island is simply brimming with volcanic water which is good for improving circulation, detoxifying, easing aches and pains and drawing out the impurities of the body.

So if you are ready to rest and recharge, check out the exciting cruise ships that set sail from Rome to cruise the Mediterranean this summer.

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