The global wellness industry is a 4 trillion-plus industry, and the area of wellness travel experienced almost 7 percent growth in 2018. The average American spends $1200 per year on prescription drugs, and they don’t think twice about consuming something to benefit their health. Yet, did you know that over 25 percent of Americans will choose not to take a summer vacation this summer? Keep in mind that this number was compiled way before the COVID-19 pandemic.  My guess is that the travel sector is poised for a huge rebound over the next few years. With so many people forced into lockdowns with stay-at-home orders this past year, the demand for travel is going to explode in the upcoming months and years. 

Many people will argue that traveling is a luxury to indulge in once in a while if you can afford it from both a financial and time perspective. Many people long to travel, but often, it gets put on the back burner. It’s one of those, “I get around to it someday” or “Maybe when I retire.” Moreover, most people rarely tend to think about traveling in terms of how it can have a positive impact on wellness. If we learned anything from the coronavirus, I hope there is a greater awareness of the necessity of taking care of ourselves physically, emotionally, and spiritually.  Now more than ever, people are mindful about health-related activities like diet and exercise, but I think it’s important to include travel as a necessary ingredient to our health and wellness regimens.

Travel and Wellness

Here’s the truth, and medical science is backing this up. Traveling has the potential to make us healthier in every area of our lives. We may not be actively aware of it but that inner voice that so often whispers to us about why we can’t afford to travel is that same voice that is prohibiting us from taking in all the benefits that travel can bring to our lives. No one should ever feel guilty about taking a vacation. Travel transforms us as people. It gives us a new lease on life and provides us with a new perspective. It enriches our lives physically, emotionally, and spiritually. In today’s hectic and hurried culture, more and more people are shying away from travel either because of fear of coronavirus or because they feel they can’t afford to take the time off.

We wouldn’t say no to a doctor’s prescription, so we shouldn’t say no to travel, either. So many people are dependent upon pills and potions, but maybe what they really need are some beaches and oceans.

I have linked a couple of excellent articles about the correlation between travel and wellness. Enjoy!

15 Benefits That World Travel Can Have On Your Health

Why Traveling Is Good for Your Health

Seven Ways Travel Can Benefit Your Mental Health

To your health! 

Bill Garner

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