How to choose a fitness holiday

Help the kids embrace a love for healthy living by introducing them to a variety of sports. Whether it’s a winter holiday learning to ski or summer fun trying out water sports like dinghy sailing, a fitness holiday is an ideal way to fend off boredom. If you’ve ever tried – and inevitably failed – to convince the little ones to enjoy a relaxing day reading by the pool, you’ll know just how important it is to have some exciting activities at hand!

If you’re looking for the most family-friendly health and fitness holidays, Europe is a fantastic place to start. Mediterranean countries like Italy, home to our Airone Beachclub, are famous for the fond welcome they show little ones. Add in beautiful sunshine for that all-important vitamin D hit, alongside some mouth-watering food, and you’ve got a real crowd-pleaser on your hands.

Our kids’ clubs have proved a hit with kids and parents alike for years. Enjoy some well-deserved rest or head off on a couples’ adventure, safe in the knowledge your kids are having fun. As well as making new friends, they’ll have the chance to get stuck into a selection of water sports under the expert watch of trained instructors. 

Not one for lounging by the pool all day? You’re not alone, some of us need to keep active to feel our best. 

Recharge your batteries by indulging in your favourite activities, whether that’s sunrise yoga on the beach or long days exploring the area on a road bike. Whatever your preference, there’s no better way to unwind and de-stress.

Balance activity with some intensive relaxation by treating yourself to some ‘me time’ in one of our beachclub spas. Our newly refurbished Alana Beachclub in Croatia boasts some of our best facilities, with not one, but three kinds of sauna, accompanied by hot tubs, a steam bath, hydro massage whirlpool and a huge, 50m2 pool. There’s also an indulgent menu of massages and spa treatments to choose from. Just the thing to ease those aching muscles.

It can be hard to find the time in everyday life to hit your fitness goals. That’s why many people are using their holiday time to really focus on their sporting performance. Maybe you want to improve your cardiovascular fitness? Or develop your strength and stamina? Whatever your personal goals, a fitness holiday is an invigorating way to tackle them.

Fitness classes can be the ideal complement to sporting activities, and they’re found in abundance on a Neilson holiday. Work every muscle group with a circuits class, boost your fitness with a fast and furious HIIT session, or improve your core strength with some relaxing Pilates. We also offer tailored conditioning classes aimed at improving your performance in either cycling, tennis or water sports.

If you’re a triathlon fan, you might enjoy our pro-led triathlon training camps, held at the Retreat Beachclub. The next Tri-camp will take place on 23 September 2018 and promises to offer an inspirational mix of challenge and fun.

Break away from the norm and get your blood pumping with exhilarating adventure activities. You don’t have to be a seasoned adrenaline junkie – challenging yourself to try something new can give you a huge holiday confidence boost. There’s nothing more exciting that venturing outside of your comfort zone! 

One of our most popular adventure activities is mountain biking. Head off on guided rides exploring spectacular trails, tackling unfamiliar terrain and drinking in stunning views. All of our clubs offer mountain biking, but one firm-favourite amongst lovers of two-wheels is the Cosmos Beachclub in Greece. It’s surrounded by rugged mountains, picturesque olive groves and has some of the best singletrack around. 

Other all-inclusive adventures could see you wakeboarding, water skiing, windsurfing or dinghy sailing. 

Whether you’re a parent in need of some child-free downtime, or a solo traveller looking to make friends, our adult-only Buca Beachclub in Greece may be the answer. 

With no children to cater to, there’s even more scope to tailor-make your fitness break. Take advantage of a whole host of activities from tennis to yoga by day, then kick back in the evening with a heavenly early night or some late-night cocktails – the choice is yours. 

Hopefully, you’re inspired to throw a few activities into your holiday mix and give the fitness activities a try. A holiday is all about going home feeling happier, healthier and more relaxed than when you arrived, and fitness holidays do just that. They’re a win-win.