The word “Yoga” essentially means, “That which brings you to reality”. It means “union.” Union means it brings us to the ultimate true reality. Yoga means to move towards an experiential reality where one knows the nature of existence, the way it is made. It is big business these days, with people keen to travel to long and short haul holiday destinations to take yoga classes to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, and there are real benefits too such as:
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Increased flexibility and balance
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Builds strength
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Improves heart health
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Easing of back pain
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Improve arthritis symptoms
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Helps with weight loss
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Reduced stress and improved well-being
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Yoga can also help with digestion and bloating so you can move with ease and feel freer and lighter throughout your day
A typical Yoga class begins with belly down breathing and then moves into twists, squats, cleansing breath techniques and finally a rest. All you need is a yoga blanket or chunky towel.
Yoga holidays are becoming more and more popular so why not combine a 2022 holiday with yoga, check out these amazing destinations where you can also find total relaxation and amazing settings.
Costa Rica:
Everything from yoga classes to week-long yoga retreats is now available in Costa Rica for both the intense yoga guru and the casually curious. When not practising yoga, you can eat healthy food, lay by the pool and explore many adventures. As an exotic destination that is suitable for a warm vacation year-round, Costa Rica is a popular yoga destination combining yoga and surfing in Costa Rica is a great way of enjoying the best that the country can offer its visitors. Immerse yourself in nature surrounded by beautiful countryside.
Sicily, Italy:
Visit this wonderful country and enjoy a journey to wholeness in the beautiful, rustic, and beachside region of
Sicily. Experiencing the historical sites, beaches, and Italian way! It’s the perfect place to enjoy the simple pleasures in life from fresh local food, a stroll in town, walks along the coast, sandy beaches and all at a very gentle pace. The weather in April and October is very sunny and warm enough to relax and spend the day outdoors and not too hot for yoga. Soak in the culture, history and wonderful food of this region and discover a little piece of paradise in
Sicily!
The spiritual land of Ubud, Bali:
where you can experience the local culture. Many people
travel to Bali to escape from the hustle and to finally find peace from its nature and culture. Bali offers amazing beaches, mountains, and a unique culture, all just waiting to be explored. Sometimes referred to as the Island of the Gods, Bali is known as a yoga Mecca where you can dive deeper into your practice while experiencing the beauty of nature. Bali contains countless yoga retreat centres and yoga schools that are designed to help you learn about yourself.
Bali also has some of the most spiritual temples on earth, including the famous Tirta water temple, the Besikah Temple, and the Uluwatu Temple.
Yoga is really what you make it. If you feel like you need a break, take one and combine it with a
cheap holiday to really get the best of both worlds!