You might think that the notion of taking a vacation, and the reasons for doing it would be a "no-brainer." But in today's world, it seems the more stressed out we are, the more we conclude that we just can't take the time to get away, let alone pay for it. Much better to trade your vacation days for an extra pay-check, right? Or, for retirees, what's the sense in going away to someplace different--after all, we don't "work", so we have no reason to be stressed out, right?
Very, very Wrong!
For those who work, the benefits of vacationing are equally important to you and your employer (even if this is you):
- increased creativity
- less likelihood of developing "burn-out"
- improves job performance
- enhances productivity
- heightens morale
- it keeps you healthier
- it strengthens the bonds of family and friendships, keeping relationships strong
- you have a more positive outlook on life in general
- you have less likelihood of developing chronic conditions like depression, or diseases like heart disease, hypertension, cancer just to name a few
- you feel rejuvenated and reconnected to life and loved ones
"I am a human being. I am not a_______________(fill in with job title).
I do ___________________(job title) for a living. I work to live, I do not live to work."
Say it again. Now, that's not so bad. Feels kinda good.
Many people tend to think that vacations have to be exotic, or action-packed, or be very expensive, but this simply isn’t true. Most of the time you can find a great vacation spot by driving just a few hours or even less. The important thing is that you are taking the time away from the daily grind, to get away from the stress, the exhaustion, and the constant banging-your-head-against-the-brick-wall feeling. Promise yourself to leave all your work at home, including the cell phone, laptop, blackberry, whatever. Take a few days to totally immerse yourself in the moment while enjoying some time off with your family or your best buds. You won't regret it. You will feel rejuvenated and ready to take on the world when you go back.
I wanted to bring this up, because here in Punta Banda there is the perfect get-away for just a few days (or as many as you want) and you don't have to spend alot of money to feel like you're pampering yourself. There is a beautiful uncrowded beach here on the Bay, there are plenty of "touristy" places if you like that, there are loads of restaurants, bars, clubs, or just plain old movie theatres and McDonalds, whatever you like. The food ranges from expensive fancy restaurants to the "street taco" stands. All the food is great, and the Margaritas are even better. We can recommend local restaurants and stores close by if you prefer not to drive too far. The rental homes are all equipped with linens and a full kitchen with dishes, cookware, utensils, coffee-pot and blender. You might decide to bring food along, or buy your own food at the local stores and cook it yourself. It is also possible to just pack a bag and run.....there is everything else you need here. Best of all, Punta Banda is just south of Ensenada, and less than 80 miles south of San Diego.
Do yourself a favor. Take a vacation. Just a thought.
Wishing you and yours Warm and Sunny Days!
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