What is a ‘realactive’ getaway?
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- April 25, 2025
With our free time more precious to us than ever, more and more people are looking to make the most of any holidays they take. While some are happy to lounge by the pool, and others to take on a more exhilarating adventure, there’s been a growing appetite for something that combines bits of both. Enter – the ‘realactive getaway’. It balances physical activities with relaxation, and here’s why it might be for you.
The three pillars of realactive travel
Active participation: The focus here is to get your body moving with light activities and adventure. That could be cycling along the coast, a gentle hike, or maybe even a wild swim – whatever your preference is to ground you in your chosen destination.
Balanced wellbeing: Given realactive breaks are about getting the best of both, it’s about splitting your time between energising and relaxing elements. After a high-tempo activity, you’d ideally set aside time to slow the pace down – such as with a yoga class or quiet coffee break.
Experiential travel: The realactive idea is about making lasting memories through hands-on experiences. By taking part in activities rather than just watching from the sidelines, you form a deeper bond with both the place and yourself.
Realactive destinations around the world
The beauty of realactive travel is that you can pursue it practically anywhere. The Dolomites in Italy mix challenging walks with thermal spas, Portugal’s Algarve offers both surfing and peaceful ocean-side yoga, and a Tenerife holiday is great hiking striking landscapes or exploring waterparks by day and unwinding in a resort by night.
If you’d rather stay closer to home, both the Lake District and the Scottish Highlands are fantastic for hill walking and wild swimming, whilst also accommodating cosier moments with classic pubs and quiet village rambles.
Planning your own realactive getaway
For your own realactive getaway, it all starts with the destination. Look for somewhere with a blend of activities and places that speak to your interests – maybe that’s trying something new, or bringing your hobby to a spectacular location. Find one or two things to do from both sides and plan an itinerary that fuses the two. You can even pick hotels that have their own spa facilities, so after a long day out you’re never too far from a calming space. Then it’s simply a matter of packing the proper equipment (or booking rental gear) so you can take on your holiday.
Embracing a realactive trip, you’ll be able to return home feeling accomplished yet well-rested, with plenty of fantastic memories that you’ll treasure for years to come.
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