Mat, Author at View Retreats Luxury Spa & Wellness Escapes Mon, 31 Mar 2025 10:47:58 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 https://www.viewretreats.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/cropped-View-Retreats-Favicon-32x32.png Mat, Author at View Retreats 32 32 The Slow Travel Revolution: Why Going Slower Makes You Healthier & Happier https://www.viewretreats.com/inspiration/the-slow-travel-revolution-why-going-slower-makes-you-healthier-happier/ Mon, 31 Mar 2025 10:47:52 +0000 https://www.viewretreats.com/?p=48810 There’s a quiet rebellion happening in travel right now. It’s not loud, flashy, or filled with back-to-back itineraries. Instead, it’s about stepping back, slowing down, and truly absorbing a place rather than just passing through it. This is slow travel—a movement that’s reshaping the way we explore the world. It’s not just about taking your […]

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]]> The Hidden Cost of Hustle Culture https://www.viewretreats.com/inspiration/the-hidden-cost-of-hustle-culture/ Thu, 27 Mar 2025 10:47:06 +0000 https://www.viewretreats.com/?p=48536 There was a time when I, too, wore my busyness like a badge of honour. Meetings, emails, deadlines, flights—every moment accounted for, my calendar packed to the brim. If I wasn’t exhausted, I wasn’t working hard enough. And in our Western world, isn’t that the goal? To be important enough to always be needed, always […]

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]]> The Alchemy of Travel https://www.viewretreats.com/inspiration/the-alchemy-of-travel/ Wed, 05 Feb 2025 11:49:10 +0000 https://www.viewretreats.com/?p=48518 There’s something undeniably magical about stepping into the unknown. Whether it’s the moment you hear a language you don’t understand, the scent of unfamiliar spices drifting through a market, or the rush of navigating a city where nothing feels familiar—travel has a way of cracking us open. It strips away the predictable rhythms of our […]

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]]> Ancient Healing, Modern Benefits: Why Acupuncture Deserves a Place in Your Wellness Routine https://www.viewretreats.com/inspiration/ancient-healing-modern-benefits-why-acupuncture-deserves-a-place-in-your-wellness-routine/ Wed, 15 Jan 2025 13:04:10 +0000 https://www.viewretreats.com/?p=47958 Acupuncture, an integral component of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), has endured for over 2,000 years. Rooted in the belief that the body possesses an intricate energy network known as qi (pronounced “chee”), acupuncture seeks to restore harmony by stimulating specific points along energy pathways. But how does this ancient practice hold up in today’s science-driven […]

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]]> The Profound Impact of Deep Sleep on Your Wellbeing https://www.viewretreats.com/inspiration/the-profound-impact-of-deep-sleep-on-your-wellbeing/ https://www.viewretreats.com/inspiration/the-profound-impact-of-deep-sleep-on-your-wellbeing/#comments Fri, 20 Dec 2024 02:57:57 +0000 https://www.viewretreats.com/?p=46390 We live in a fast-paced world that glorifies productivity, but often at the cost of one essential aspect of our lives: sleep. Amid the endless to-do lists and modern-day distractions, deep sleep, the most restorative phase of our nightly rest, tends to slip away unnoticed. Yet, its impact on our wellbeing is profound, both in […]

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]]> https://www.viewretreats.com/inspiration/the-profound-impact-of-deep-sleep-on-your-wellbeing/feed/ 1 The Timeless Art and Science of Massage: Why It’s More Than Just Relaxation https://www.viewretreats.com/inspiration/the-timeless-art-and-science-of-massage-why-its-more-than-just-relaxation/ Sun, 15 Dec 2024 23:04:15 +0000 https://www.viewretreats.com/?p=47464 There’s something universally grounding about massage. Across cultures and centuries, human touch has been harnessed for healing and relief. But beyond the soothing strokes and gentle kneading lies a fascinating interplay between tradition and science, with research beginning to catch up to what many have intuitively known for millennia: massage can profoundly benefit our body and […]

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]]> Wellness in Australian Indigenous Culture https://www.viewretreats.com/inspiration/wellness-in-australian-indigenous-culture/ https://www.viewretreats.com/inspiration/wellness-in-australian-indigenous-culture/#respond Tue, 10 Dec 2024 16:26:56 +0000 https://v7.viewretreats.com/?p=44442 Australian Indigenous culture, encompassing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, is one of the oldest living cultures on Earth, with a history that spans over 65,000 years. Central to this culture is a profound connection to the land, spirituality, and community. Wellness in Australian Indigenous culture is deeply rooted in this connection, embodying a holistic […]

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]]> https://www.viewretreats.com/inspiration/wellness-in-australian-indigenous-culture/feed/ 0 Wellness in Maori Culture https://www.viewretreats.com/inspiration/wellness-in-maori-culture/ https://www.viewretreats.com/inspiration/wellness-in-maori-culture/#respond Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:03:35 +0000 https://v7.viewretreats.com/?p=44444 The Maori people of New Zealand, or Aotearoa, have a rich cultural heritage that encompasses a deep connection to the land, spirituality, and community. Traditional Maori wellness and medicine, known as “Rongoā,” offers a holistic approach to health that integrates physical, mental, and spiritual wellbeing. These practices are deeply rooted in Maori cosmology and the […]

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]]> https://www.viewretreats.com/inspiration/wellness-in-maori-culture/feed/ 0 4-Night ‘Relax & Rejuvenate’ Retreat in Cambodia https://www.viewretreats.com/inspiration/4-night-cambodian-relax-and-rejuvenate-retreat/ Fri, 06 Dec 2024 06:14:29 +0000 https://www.viewretreats.com/?p=47514 An oasis of its own amidst busy Siem Reap, Navutu Dreams Resort and Wellness Retreat is an eco-luxury haven just minutes from the iconic Angkor Wat temple complex. Nestled amid lush gardens and boasting three beautiful pools, this wellness resort is an ideal home base while offering easy access to some of the city’s top […]

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]]> The Art of Tai Chi: A Journey to Inner Peace and Physical Vitality https://www.viewretreats.com/inspiration/the-art-of-tai-chi-a-journey-to-inner-peace-and-physical-vitality/ https://www.viewretreats.com/inspiration/the-art-of-tai-chi-a-journey-to-inner-peace-and-physical-vitality/#respond Mon, 02 Dec 2024 10:16:18 +0000 https://v7.viewretreats.com/?p=44480 Tai Chi, often referred to as “meditation in motion,” is a traditional Chinese martial art that combines slow, deliberate movements, deep breathing, and a meditative mindset. Originating in ancient China, Tai Chi has evolved over centuries into a practice that promotes physical health, mental clarity, and spiritual growth. This gentle yet powerful discipline is suitable […]

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