If only we could spend every day hanging out on a yacht in Saint-Tropez, or torn between the beaches of the Seychelles. Unfortunately, reality – with its obligations, bills and other nuances – gets in the way.
For those of you who want to get more out of your free time, travel experts have already selected some unique trips that every woman should try in her lifetime.
Whether you're a foodie or looking for a hen night out, there's something for everyone. Just grab a cup of tea and hang out.
1. Fitness Journey: Climb Rainbow Mountain in Peru
Rainbow Mountains are one of the main attractions of Peru. Photos of these mountains are all over the Internet, but they are often processed in Photoshop to enhance the shades. Turquoise, gold and burgundy layers of mountains that were formed millions of years ago from red sandstone, under the influence of climate conditions, underground water and mineral impurities. This beauty rises 5 kilometers above sea level. The climb here is not for the faint of heart: it is a real test of your physical and mental endurance. But you do not need to be a wonder woman to solve it - moderate fitness will do everything for you.
Climbing through these mountains in Peru among snowy peaks and turquoise lagoons opens up a beautiful view of the Ausangate glacier. You will have to feel like a real explorer, with tents and overnight stays at altitude, meeting the sunrise and sunset you will take a lot of beautiful photos for your Instagram. The colorful tops of the mountains shimmer like a kaleidoscope in the rays of the morning sun.
This adventure will cost 2,399 euros.
2. Don't want to go: Visit a house in Atlanta
This home in Atlanta, Georgia, is perhaps the most magical place. With three rooms, this property is connected to swinging bridges adorned with fairy lights and has a bed that can be unfolded under the stars.
Napping in a hammock to the sound of the stream below, or watching the forest come alive at night, the sparkle of summer, is a different way to look at your problems. “People come here and write, they think,” says owner Peter Bachous. “Sometimes they leave in two days, but they look different.” This house plans its guests a year in advance. To stay here, you have to book in advance. Yes, it’s not cheap, but it’s worth it.
Night in a house from 263 euros/night
3. For an active holiday: swim with seals in South Africa
Looking for an adrenaline rush? South Africa's Western Cape is chock-full of opportunities for your inner daredevil. Start in Cape Town, where you can tackle one of the world's highest mountain climbs.
Then, head to Plettenberg Bay for a rare chance to swim with seals. These friendly marine mammals are known as the dogs of the ocean due to their playful exuberance. As you swim around in their company, you will be accompanied by a qualified dive guide.
Don't miss a trip to nearby Knysna Lagoon - half an hour down the road - to brush up on your skills or learn how to ride the waves.
South African Adventures from £3,399
4. Ditch the gadgets: vacation in Jordan
Need a break from your iPhone? This country will give you that opportunity. They built an eco-hotel here, with all the rooms and recreation areas built into cracks in the ground and rock fissures. Simple forms and eco-friendly architecture blend this building harmoniously into the surrounding landscape and blur the line between the natural and the man-made. Life here is calm and slow. Excursions to all the sacred places, as well as mountain hikes, where you can learn how to bake bread from the locals.
At night, the atmosphere is especially unique as the whole place comes alive with the glow of hundreds of candles. Take advantage of all the benefits: no pollution, magical atmosphere, and lying on the rooftop terrace you can be closer to the stars.
From 123 euros per night, including meals
5. Want to be alone: then you should go to Japan
Japan has a low crime rate and a developed culture of solitude, making it an ideal country for independent travel. Japan has many inexpensive places where they serve delicious ramen noodles (broth with wheat noodles), soba (noodles made from buckwheat flour) and miso (thick paste using mold fungi), and there are places for eating alone, no one will judge you for it. However, transportation costs in this country are very expensive. You need to be prepared for this and plan your route. Well, what can you do if high-speed trains have been flying here for a long time, which in the post-Soviet space are still considered the trains of the future. In Japan, this has long been history.
In April, you will be greeted by blooming sakura, and June-August can please with frequent rains, but this will not prevent you from visiting the most significant places of this country. Climbing Fujiyama, visiting Fukushima, do not miss the Rock Garden, see Koke - the castle of the emperor and his family, the Miraikan Museum - an amazing place where the future is already becoming the present. In a week, it will be quite acceptable to see Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka. All of them are located on the island of Honshu. It is better to visit the ski resorts of Nagoya in winter. After spending a few weeks here, you will want to stay here forever.
Flight to Tokyo from 574 euros
6. UK Holiday: Spa with Mum in Cornwall
A great way to spend time with Mum, especially if you're caught up in your daily meetings and chores. This is a hotel on the North Cornish coast. With locally sourced seafood, the restaurant's main goal is therapeutic. Scallops salute you! But it's the spa that makes the whole experience sing.
You and your mom can relax in the indoor swimming pool overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, or read a book and unwind with a body scrub. The outdoor sauna and cliff-edge hot tub are a vacation your mom won't forget.
From £240 per night including breakfast
7. For the foodies: Eat your way through Vietnam
A steaming bowl of beef, eggs, sandwiches with spicy sauce… Vietnam is a country that abounds with an incredible amount of delicious street food. A rich culinary selection is available on every corner, making it a must-visit for those who love to eat. Start your pilgrimage in Hanoi. Take a Poto Segway to Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn the art of Vietnamese cuisine while cruising on a traditional junk boat. Take an overnight train to the peaceful town of Sapa, home to the ethos of hill tribe communities, to dine with them. And finish with Ho Chi Minh’s world-class restaurants, including La Villa and the Deck Restaurant – which you can visit by boat on the Saigon River.
Fly to Hanoi from £502
8. Camping: Camping Under the Northern Lights in Finland
The glowing and bright Northern Lights are one of the most popular on the list of recreation. A tent on the shore of a lake with a transparent dome allows you to enjoy this magical phenomenon of Finland and truly appreciate the magic of this place. A bit like an igloo (Eskimo dwelling), isolated dome tents with comfortable wooden beds and a wood-burning fireplace will make this holiday cozy and magical. So you can enjoy the northern lights without getting out from under the blanket. Of course, the best view is on a clear night - but even with a cloudy sky, the frozen lake sparkles, filling everything around with mysticism. There is also a sauna.
Adventure in Finland from £1,099
9. Steam Break: Pamper Yourself at UXUA Casa and Brazil
One of the best beaches in the world can be found in the northern part of the state of Bahia in Brazil: coveted golden sand beaches covered with tropical mangroves and an intoxicatingly blue horizon. UXUA Casa Hotel & SPA is located near the coast in the city of Trancoso, in the middle of an exotic garden. It is a boutique hotel that strikes the right balance between high glamour and fresh air. Sure, it is expensive, but let yourself be pampered at least once in your life, right?
You can do anything from a hot stone massage to trying out your martial arts skills at a capoeira session. But we recommend ordering an ice-cold passion fruit caipirinha and sitting on one of the white sofas by the sea.
From £440 per night including breakfast
