You won half the battle by choosing the retreat you wish to go to. Now the question in hand is what you should pack to for your perfect getaway. Since you found the one retreat you wish to go to from the plethora of retreats around the world. What next are the essentials that you need to pack for your retreat?
The following are a few tips and travel essentials that you will need to make this retreat a cakewalk. This checklist is made after through contemplation, these are a must have for the activities you will be partaking in and the environment you will be in.
Here is the perfect yoga retreat checklist for you:
- Yoga accessory:
It is not a compulsion as many retreats provide with sufficient accessory and mats. But if you wish to carry your own you can. You can also carry additional accessory like belts, cushions and bolsters for more comfort during your asana practices. Do not forget to carry your face towels!
2. Clothing:
Of course! You wouldn’t go without it I know! But the point here is the kind of clothes you must carry on this trip. You must carry comfortable clothing with breathable fabric. Depending on the location of your retreat you can decide whether to take warm clothes or beach wear. Don’t forget to carry casual clothes along with your yoga wear.
I know it is obvious but you must carry the following:
- Underwear (One for each day and extra since it’s always better)
- Sports bra
- Socks
- Bathing suits
Along with comfortable clothes do not forget o carry comfortable shoes. Retreats include adventures like hiking, trekking and rafting. Depending on the adventures that yours include carry comfortable shoes.
3. Book and journal:
Well, a good read is always a relief. You do not necessarily have to get a yoga book but do carry a book that can accompany you when you are bored or want to sunbathe and chill.
A journal is also a must have even if you do not maintain one generally. Retreats are a life changing experience. It gives you time to contemplate and realise a lot of things and a journal comes in handy to not it down. Don’t forget a pen, to accompany your journal.
4. Water Bottle:
Retreats often provide plastic water bottles which may be charged. So carrying your own comes handy. Also, that way you can save the environment and also save some money.
5. Healthy snacks for travel:
Well, most retreats are inclusive of food and accommodation but it is always to have some extra if you are hungry. Dry fruits, granola bars, trail mix and nuts are a few healthy options for your munchies.
6. Sun protect:
Weather sunny or not you must always have a sunscreen with a good amount of SPF to protect your skin from rashes and sunburns. The SPF may vary depending upon the location of your retreat but it is a must have.
7. Toiletries:
If you are icky and particular like I am, you would want to carry your own toiletries. Carry your shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, toothbrush and deodorants. These things come handy especially if you are doing yoga outside in the sun.
8. Identification cards:
It is important and necessary to carry your identification cards. Not for the sole purpose of the retreat but since you will be travelling it is a must have.
9. Travel adapters:
It is important to carry portable travel adapters as switch boards may differ in different countries. A travel adapter always comes handy and of use.
10. Open mind:
This is the most important thing you should carry when you visit a yoga retreat. Even if you forget everything but show up in the retreat with an open mind you will attain all the benefits.
Since we have learnt about the things you need lets talk about the things you wouldn’t need:
Fancy clothing
High heels
Alcohol Intoxicating drug
Styling items like hair tongs and iron
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