How To Overcome Vacation Blues

We all know that feeling we get once we are back from a vacation and have to get back into the routine of our comparatively monotonous lives. No online holiday planner ever gives you ways to get over this rut that you get into once you are back from the most exciting and fun time. Well, here are some tips to get you motivated, energized and back into being productive.

Mount Fitzroy | Patagonia

Unpack

Might seem like the most trivial thing but trust me, it will give you the push you need to get back into your routine. Just clearing out your bags and putting away your suitcases will give you the feel of a fresh start.

Patagonia | Argentina

Relax And Beat The Jet Lag

Sleep. The most important thing that you need to catch up on once you are back from your vacation. Jet lag can cause many problems and make you feel demotivated, preventing you from being productive. So, grab a cup of calming lavender tea, sit by your window and just relax.

Torres Del Paine | Chile

Nurse Your Reverse Cultural Shock

Little things that never bothered you before might start getting you riled up now. Cultural differences might be noticed a lot more but you have to remind yourself of the reasons you love your hometown.

Grant Park | Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Write Everything Down

Another way to beat the blues is to write down everything. It will help you reminisce and accept the amazing time you had on your trip. Once you write it down, it is going to be out of your system and this, my friend will surely help you get on with your usual life. Use a trip calculator to list down all the places you went to and all that you did.

The Culture Conscience

Recreate Your Favourite Meal From Your Trip

A way to kind of honour the great time that you had on your vacation. It will bring back memories and might just transport you back to the place where you tried the dish for the first time. Now, you must be thinking that this is the worst way to get over a vacation but getting over it doesn’t mean forgetting all the beautiful memories you made.

Encocada De Camarones | The Galapagos Islands

Frame Your Photos

Another great way to honour the vacation. It will give you something to do and push you into the productive mode. The frames will also make for great gifts and décor around your house.

The Matterhorm | Zermatt, Switzerland

Plan A Vacation

Might seem a bit premature but honestly, it is the best way to get over one vacation. It will give you something to look forward to and also take your mind off the fact that one vacation just got over.

Naranjito | Costa Rica
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