As Aussies come to terms with switching sun rays for fluorescent office lights, long walks along the beach for crowded commutes, and afternoon naps for 6am wake up calls, here’s some advice to help us “shake it off” (Taylor Swift style).
Looking forward to the next holiday is a great way to keep the momentum going and Katherine Cole of travel website Hotels.com says, “Staring down the barrel of a year doesn’t have to be daunting. Keep doing some of the great activities you did while on holiday; otherwise, start planning your next trip” she says.
Here are our Top 10 tips to keep that holiday feeling:
1. Maintain your holiday habits
Make the most of the long summer evenings and finish work on time and high-tail it to the beach or a nearby park, or enjoy a BBQ with friends.
2. Get your read on
One of the best parts about a holiday is immersing yourself in a good read. Keep the ritual going by committing time each evening to reading some holiday classics – a great stress-buster after a hard-day’s work.
3. Take a ‘stay-cation’
Who says you need to travel to reap the benefits of room service, plush white cotton robes and a martini at the hotel bar? Make the most of last-minute deals and book yourself a night in a local hotel.
4. What’s cooking, good looking?
Put those cooking skills to the test and replicate a few of those favourite dishes you experienced while travelling on holiday. Better still, share your culinary creation with family and friends and reminisce about those long lazy lunches you had while away.
5. Holiday Feng Shui
Bring some of that holiday Feng Shui to your desk or workplace. Small reminders of your recent holidays will help take you back. Frame your favourite holiday snaps, add some greenery by getting a small plant, and use a scent – some relaxing ones include lavender, chamomile and sandalwood.
6. Ditch the dishes
There’s nothing better than eating out and sampling local cuisine when you’re on holidays – and not having to wash up afterwards! Whether it’s alfresco dining at your favourite local restaurant, or checking out the latest café in the neighbouring suburb, treat yourself to a few meals out once you’re back. Plus, it’s the perfect excuse to catch up with friends and swap holiday stories.
7. Perk up with a pamper session
Going to the day spa is a luxury many of us look forward to on holiday. So to get back the vacation vibes and hit your local day spa for a good dose of R&R. The Park Hyatt in Sydney, the Crown Metrolpol in Melbourne and the Marriott in Brisbane all have full-service spas with a wide range of treatments.
8. Keep up the ‘statuscations’: Whilst travellers are quick to switch off work emails, many of us look forward to regularly posting ‘statuscations’ about every memorable moment of their trip. Post your favourite holiday pic to Instagram, or better still, get that holiday album up on Facebook and make your friends jealous of your recent adventure!
9. Redeem those rewards points: Now is the perfect time to redeem some of those loyalty points you’ve been banking up and use them for a quick getaway.
10. Vacation anticipation: If all else fails, give yourself something to look forward to and start planning your next trip! With a wide range of accommodation choices, and competitive deals and promotions, Hotels.com’s simple, easy-to-use apps make it easy to research and book on the go, wherever you are.
Thanks to Hotels.com for these great holiday blues-busting tips.
