{"id":10989,"date":"2017-07-18T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-07-17T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/flashpack.preview.uk.com\/2017\/07\/18\/7-adventures-to-solve-all-of-your-problems\/"},"modified":"2024-04-29T15:32:56","modified_gmt":"2024-04-29T14:32:56","slug":"problem-solving-adventures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.flashpack.com\/us\/solo\/travel\/problem-solving-adventures\/","title":{"rendered":"7 adventures to solve all of your problems"},"content":{"rendered":"

Stressed? Heartbroken? Slacking at the gym? Forget juice detoxes and comfort ice cream. We\u2019ve got the answer \u2013 or should we say, the adventure \u2013 for whatever\u2019s getting you down.<\/span><\/p>\n

The benefits of travel for your general well-being are well-known \u2013 pushing your personal boundaries and experiencing new cultures are just a couple of our faves. But what if you could use travel to combat a specific ailment, kind of like how you take a tablet when you have a headache? <\/span><\/p>\n

Different destinations can bring out different sides of us, so we\u2019ve come up with a problem solving adventure for 7 specific dilemmas. Think of us as your personal travel pharmacy (with a lot more fun and less awkward questions).<\/span><\/p>\n

1.) Problem: I\u2019m so stressed<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Destination: The Philippines<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

When you truly need to escape from the daily grind, head to the Philippines<\/a>, a cluster of over 7000 islands where the beaches are pristine and the locals can\u2019t wait to meet you. <\/span><\/p>\n

This is the place to top up that Vitamin D (not to mention your awesome tan). Swap your commute for a stroll down the beach, switch off and finally get round to reading the books you\u2019ve been meaning to for ages. How about glamping overnight on a secret beach? Nothing gets rid of stress faster than waking up on a deserted beach at sunrise \u2013 trust us.<\/span><\/p>\n

Read more: “How I learnt to embrace solo travel as a man”<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

And when you\u2019ve still not had your fill of relaxation, check out the island voted best in the world \u2013 Palawan. By the time you\u2019ve kayaked through its hidden coves and snorkelled in crystal clear water, you\u2019ll have trouble remembering why you were stressed in the first place. Finish your day with a cocktail as you watch the sunset. Stress, be gone.<\/span><\/p>\n

2.) Problem: My jeans are too tight
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Destination: Morocco<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Our next problem solving adventure is just as effective as a hardcore gym session (and way more fun). Beat the bulge by heading to Morocco<\/a>, where you can burn serious calories hiking through the stunning Atlas Mountains, Africa\u2019s highest mountain range. Then work on your core with our surf and yoga retreat on the coast of Taghazout, your toned abs will be a lovely adventure memento.<\/p>\n

Read more: Solo travel fuels this major happiness habit<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Or to lighten your load without even trying, sip on the endless fresh mint tea here to flush your system of toxins (yep we\u2019re talking about last Friday\u2019s cheeky beer and pizza combo) and help shift those extra pounds<\/a>. If all else fails \u2013 simply adorn yourself with gorgeous swathes of fabrics from the Marrakech souks. Who needs jeans anyway?<\/p>\n

3.) Problem: I\u2019ve forgotten what a proper night\u2019s sleep is<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Destination: Sri Lanka <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Tiredness can lead to irritability, stress and overeating. If the last time you got eight hours feels like a lifetime ago, check out our next problem solving adventure: Sri Lanka<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Read more: Uplifting happiness habits from around the world<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Home to an abundance of boutique hotels, you\u2019ll have the opportunity to get your forty winks in luxurious, plush bedding that\u2019s thousands of miles away (literally) from your daily routine. When you finally rouse yourself from bed, kick back on golden beaches or enjoy a soothing cup of tea from the historic and peaceful tea plantations of Ella (don\u2019t miss the world famous Ceylon).<\/p>\n

You’ll tire yourself out cycling through the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa and sleep easy knowing you helped baby turtles safely reach the ocean at a turtle conservation project. Sweet dreams!<\/span><\/p>\n

4.) Problem: I need a digital detox<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Destination: Finland <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Digital burnout: it\u2019s a thing. If you\u2019re fed up of Facebook and irritated with Instagram, it\u2019s time to switch off your phone and switch on the Northern Lights. Finland<\/a> is the perfect place to get back to nature and breathe in the pure, icy air of the Arctic Circle as you enjoy the thrill of a snowmobile safari (don\u2019t worry, you can warm up in a smoked sauna).<\/p>\n

As you explore this winter wonderland, you\u2019ll swap the train for huskies, reindeer and a pair of cross-country skis. Then when night falls, all you need to do is look up. Who needs a TV when you\u2019re watching the starlit sky from your transparent glamping dome? It\u2019s the ultimate way to recharge.<\/p>\n

5.) Problem: I\u2019m getting over someone<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Destination: Peru<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Put the ice cream down. What better way to show your ex that you\u2019ve moved on than with an awesome new profile picture of you on top of a mountain, surrounded by awesome new friends? And not just any mountain- the EPIC colourful summit of Rainbow Mountain.<\/p>\n

Read more: This woman quit her job to live and travel in a van<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Your ex will feel like a distant memory as you escape into the lush wilds of Amazonia and if there\u2019s anywhere you\u2019ll find inner peace, it\u2019s the Sacred Valley, where you\u2019ll spend a day mountain biking through the scenic highlands. Then when evening falls, make a toast to moving on with a delicious pisco sour. Onwards and upwards!<\/p>\n

6.) Problem: I\u2019m stuck in a rut at work<\/strong><\/p>\n

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When you find yourself already dreading Monday morning on Friday night, it\u2019s time to shake things up with some colour and flavour. And how better to seek inspiration than with the culture shock of India, followed by the mountainous tranquillity of Nepal?<\/p>\n

Read more: Why single people are often the least selfish of us all<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Feel invigorated as you watch the sun rise over the Taj Mahal, immerse yourself in New Delhi\u2019s street life, and then party on down in the rich nightlife of Kathmandu. Casually mention you\u2019ve trekked through the Himalayan foothills in your next meeting, and your colleagues will eating out of your hands.<\/p>\n

7.) Problem: I prefer animals to humans<\/strong><\/p>\n


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Destination: South Africa <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

When everyone\u2019s rubbing you up the wrong way, escape to the animal clad kingdom of South Africa<\/a>. It\u2019s time to get in touch with your wild side (and no, we\u2019re not talking about that time you did too many shots and ended up dancing on the bar). We mean going on the safari of your dreams and cruising across the vast Savannah in an open-top jeep, chilling with meerkats at sunrise and paddle boarding alongside PENGUINS.<\/p>\n

Read more: 5 daring desert adventures to book now<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Still need convincing? There\u2019s also swimming with seals and whale watching thrown in for good measure. By the end of your stay in a boutique safari lodge, you\u2019ll be in a much better place to return to those pesky humans.<\/p>\n

Ready for an adventure-packed prescription? Peruse our brilliant trips<\/a> to plot your next escape… Flash Pack’s orders.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Images by\u00a0#awesomeflashpacker Sylvia Stojilkovic<\/a>,\u00a0Flash Pack and Shutterstock<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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