Vacation State of Mind: 5 International Locations Where We Want to Travel Next

Just because COVID-19 has us temporarily on the no-fly list doesn’t mean that we aren’t thinking (read: obsessing) about travel. Not only are we daydreaming about some of our past favorite retreat locations (we’re looking at you Bali, Ibiza, Mykonos . . .), we’re plotting out our next retreats too. We’ve identified five international locations, which we think will make for the perfect Fit & Fly experience.

Maldives

While the Maldives certainly gives off honeymoon vibes, this group of islands in the Indian Ocean is frequently mentioned by our retreat guests as a bucket-list location. And we’re fully on board. With a stay in an overwater bungalow, workouts on the beach, kayaking, snorkeling, and amazing sunsets with a cocktail in hand, this sounds like the perfect girlfriend getaway. Who says you need a significant other to enjoy the Maldives?

Iceland

Island travel is nothing new for Fit & Fly, but exploring a colder climate during a retreat will be a completely unique experience for us. We have to admit that we’ve had an Iceland schedule planned out for a couple of years: Blue Lagoon Spa, Black Diamond Beach, Skogafoss waterfall, Thingvellir National Park, exploring Reykjavik, and on and on. So now the big question is do we go during the winter to catch the Northern Lights or during the summer to take advantage of milder weather?

Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Here’s a little secret: We had Fit & Fly Dubai ready to launch. While we think it’s best to postpone for now, we know this one will be worth the wait. Fit & Fly retreat host Johanna lived in Dubai for several years and is the perfect choice to lead our guests as we explore the UAE. With four nights in Dubai (bring on the opulence!) and three nights in nearby Abu Dhabi (we’re swooning over the Rosewood Abu Dhabi), a day trip to the desert, visiting stunning mosques, shopping in the souk . . . who’s in for Dubai 2022?

Turkey

Turkey is another retreat we’ve had in the works for awhile. Turkey is similar to our Morocco retreat in that it’s a location that so many of our guests are interested in visiting yet they may not feel completely comfortable traveling to solo. In other words, it’s the perfect locale for a women’s retreat! With a planned four nights in Istanbul (Soho House anyone?) and three nights in a cave hotel in Cappadocia, we’re already daydreaming about a sunrise hot air balloon ride.

South Africa

While we offer an annual northern Africa experience with Fit & Fly Morocco, now we’re ready to head to South Africa too! South Africa offers a little bit of everything: wine country, beaches, exploring Cape Town, glamping while on safari. Actually, is a week going to be long enough for South Africa? Maybe this will need to be our first 10 day retreat . . . .

Don’t see the location you are daydreaming about visiting? Shoot us an email at info@fitandflygirl.com with your hit list!