Houseboat – National Plan for Vacation Day
The last Tuesday of January is National Plan for Vacation Day! If it’s been a while since your last getaway, this holiday is a great opportunity to change that. Even if you love your work, taking time away periodically can help you feel recharged and rejuvenated. Unfortunately, more than half of us give up paid time off every year, adding up to more than 750 million days of vacation days that were not used. Of this number, a full third of those hours were not rolled over but forfeited. It’s no wonder half of managers are burned out, and employees are struggling to stay focused and committed.
The Benefits of Getting Away from It All
Each day, your body is pummeled by stress, and it responds to your everyday workplace worries with a flood of cortisol, adrenaline, and other stress hormones. This is an automatic response, and the hormones are designed to support your needs in a fight-or-flight situation. While this would be extremely beneficial if you needed to outrun a tiger, it’s not necessarily so helpful when you’ve got a meeting with clients or a looming deadline.
The problem worsens when your body doesn’t get the downtime needed to recharge after stress. Instead, stress hormones remain elevated for longer periods, increasing your risk of anxiety, depression, and burnout. It can also affect your heart health, increasing the risk of high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease.
Weekends away from work can give you a chance to reset, but if you’re like many people, you spend those weekends catching up on housework, chores, and an ever-increasing to-do list. A vacation gives you a chance to leave your work and stress behind, catch up on rest, and restore a sense of equilibrium.
Surf, Sun, and Tranquility at Mangrove Marina
At Mangrove Marina, we’re all about the relaxation reset. We can help you escape the worry and stress of your workaday life and explore the world in a whole new way. Located in Tavernier in the sunny Florida Keys, Mangrove Marina is a full-service marina offering boat service, boat repair, boat maintenance, and boat detailing. We also have well-appointed houseboats available for rent.
Our AquaVillas offer a luxurious home away from home with all the amenities you’d expect from a holiday resort. Each houseboat features a living space, a kitchenette, flat-screen TVs, wifi, cable, and a variety of bedrooms and sleeping options. Our guests are welcome to explore the marina, which features a heated freshwater pool, gardens, and an on-site bar and grill.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed and under-stimulated lately, it might be time to schedule your next vacation. Spend your time relaxing on the balcony or deck of your AquaVilla or plan a few adventures, like fishing in the backcountry, exploring the beaches, spotting wildlife, and scenic sunset cruises. No matter what you choose, you’re sure to have a relaxing time. Contact us today to find out more or to make your reservations.
