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What if we told you that a weekend getaway is more than just a fun vacation, but is also beneficial to your health? Getting away for just a couple of days and taking some time for yourself is incredibly important. Getting away is good for you. Here’s why.

1. Improves Your Mental Health

One of the most popular reasons that people take short weekend getaways is to refresh their mental health.

Another good reason to get out is to boost your brain’s creative levels. A weekend trip can significantly improve your mental health by tamping down your stress levels, boosting your creativity levels, and lowering your worry levels.

2. Improves Your Physical Health

Your physical health is just as important as your mental health. People who take vacations, even short weekend ones, typically have lower stress levels and lower risk of heart disease.

While regular vacations can lower your overall stress level, which can impact all areas of health, it also specifically reduces your chances of being diagnosed with heart disease.

3. Vacations, Even Short, Help You Disconnect From Society

Another way to significantly lower your stress levels is to disconnect from society, and weekend getaways are a great way to do that.

People in today’s world are constantly on social media platforms, and taking a break from the digital world can help your brain recuperate from constantly processing information on a screen. Most workplaces utilize computer screens in order to communicate with coworkers, and stepping away from technology not only lets your eyes rest, but also makes you physically and mentally rest, as many employees treat themselves as workhorses – pushing themselves to the point where they have to take multiple days off due to health reasons.

This is the same for taking breaks from being around people, as being around others all day every day can be mentally taxing. Taking some time to step away from the crowds allows your brain to stop thinking about other people and their needs, and focus on you and your needs.

4. Weekend Getaways are Cost Effective

Cost is usually a significant factor when it comes to planning a vacation.

Big vacations can make you say “goodbye” to relaxation because they can quickly become very costly. If you’re worrying about money, your vacation will be more stressful. You may be tempted to cram as many activities as possible into your trip, in order to get the most bang for your buck.

Small vacations are not only easier to plan than longer ones but can cost far less. Because the cost is significantly lower, short trips are also much easier to save up for. These savings may mean that you can afford to take a few weekend trips per year, rather than only one big vacation.

5. Getaways Help Strengthen Your Relationships

Weekend getaways are also great for strengthening relationships with your loved ones. Taking a solo weekend getaway allows you to not only have time away from your partner, but also allows you to focus on yourself rather than anyone else.

On the other hand, taking a mini-vacation with your partner can also be a lot of fun. Couples retreats are popular options for couples looking to get away from real life for a couple of days. Many hotels recognize this and offer “romance packages.” Even if you choose to spend your weekend in the hotel, and not out and exploring the town, taking time for yourself with or without company allows you to relax and recharge for the week ahead.

6. Getaways Maximize Your Time with New Experiences

Stay-cations and mini-vacations to another town in your state give you the chance to experience things that you may not normally experience. Playing tourist in your own town, or even somewhere else in your own state, can be lots of fun.

Either way, a short stay somewhere that’s not home is a great opportunity to try something new, and who knows, you may even find a new favorite food or a new activity you enjoy.

Family vacations are some of the best vacations ever; time to spend quality time together, bond and create special memories. A successful family vacation requires intensive planning and coordination. Every aspect requires careful consideration, from ensuring that your getaway fits within your budget, to booking the best place to stay.

Accommodation is one of the most crucial aspects when planning a family vacation. You need a place that’s clean, safe, comfortable and cosy. Someplace that can accommodate your entire family without breaking the bank! Serviced apartments are the perfect solution!

Here are 7 reasons why Serviced Apartments are the best fit for your next family vacation:

1. Budget-friendly costing: When travelling with the entire family expenses can quickly mount up. 4-star hotels are expensive, a standard room in a 4-star hotel will cost approximately double that of a serviced apartment. Booking a serviced apartment will help you keep your accommodation expenses to a minimum. The bigger your family or group, the more you save and the easier a serviced apartment makes your stay.

2. Togetherness: If you are a family of 4 you need to book 2 hotel rooms since most hotels allow per room maximum occupancy of 2 adults plus 1 kid less than 4 years of age. This sadly splits up your family and deprives you of the fun you all could have as a family. A serviced apartments can be a perfect fit for a family of 4 allowing all of you to be together within 1 apartment and have loads of family fun time together.

3. Food: Eating out is expensive when travelling. When ordering with kids food often goes to waste as kids might not like what is served and order something else. In case of infants, preparing formula feeds, and other food can be a challenge in a hotel setup. Our apartments offer a fully functional kitchen in each apartment, with all modern gadgets and utensils! So you can cook your own meals, as and when you please. Save money and enjoy your favourite meals both! These fully-equipped kitchens are also extremely important for anyone with allergies or specific dietary restrictions. They can really change your trip and make you feel at home, even when you are travelling.

4. Security & Peace of Mind: If you are a family of, say 4, you need to split up into 2 rooms, and this creates unnecessary security risks and unnecessary stress as you are continually shuttling from 1 room to another. Sometimes the room allotted to you in a hotel can be on different floors, which just adds to the chaos. As opposed to this a serviced apartment offers you excellent security and peace of mind. You get the benefits of privacy and security in a stress-free environment.

5. Space:  Serviced apartments are amazingly spacious allowing you to relax and spread out. You can have a room of your own with your own TV while your kids can enjoy their own TV in their own room all within the same apartment! Now that’s what we call true vacation, no more TV sharing. Every apartment comes with at least 2 full bathrooms so everyone has the right amount of space and privacy.

6. Privacy: A hotel room offers no scope for privacy, as you share the bed with your kids. There is just 1 single bed and 1 single room, no chance for you to catch on some couple time with your partner. A serviced apartment offers the option of multiple bedrooms, just like your home so you can enjoy the privacy of your home even when
you are on a vacation!

7. Routine: Every family has its own rhythm and routines. A time to wake up, a way to have breakfast, time for lunch, TV time, bedtime rituals and so on. These routines make for your normalcy in your everyday life. When on vacation these routines go completely out of whack, when all of you are cooped up in a single room, with 1 bed, 1 washroom and no scope for personal space. This lack of routines makes for cranky kids and adults alike. A serviced apartment essentially mimics your home in its setup allowing you to maintain your routines and daily rhythm. Thus allowing you to enjoy your vacation to the fullest. Are you now convinced of the benefits offered by a serviced apartment for your next family vacation? Book your stay at Longonot Place Apartments and enjoy your family vacation to the fullest.

Feeling burnout and interested in taking a break this Easter? Taking a break doesn’t just have to be about getting away. It can also be about reconnecting with loved ones, seeking adventure and exploring what’s out there beyond what you see every day.

Below, take a look at some of the reasons why you deserve a break this Easter.

1. You’ve been working too hard 

You have been sitting at the same desk you were so eager to get back to since January, and those office walls suddenly start to feel a lot more suffocating than you remember.

 There’s hardly any time to think, let alone take some time for yourself. Do you remember what it was like to simply sit back and do nothing? Or explore somewhere new? It’s time you revisited these vital life experiences.

Going on holiday really can open the door to this kind of mindset. Whether you’re looking to ran along the glorious beaches in Diani, or perhaps you want to take in the awe-inspiring views of the Nairobi city, whatever it is you’re after, you have every right to chase after it.  

2. Christmas wasn’t REALLY relaxing

Christmas in a pandemic wasn’t really relaxing as it should. It was more of a stress inducing week disguised as one. Most people couldn’t travel or be together due to travel restrictions or for health reasons. And those who did catch up with family spend the time doing chores for the whole family that they barely had a little time to themselves. So make the most of those Easter holidays quickly approaching. Go away, and really find some time to rediscover yourself. You deserve a break!

 3. Breaks are good for you 

Breaks have a very positive effect on your health. The brain is more powerful than a lot of people realize, and if yours is clogged up with a tangled web of stress and anxiety, it’s time you took a break.

Stress can lead to a wealth of health issues, so going away is not only good for your soul, but it’s vital for your wellbeing too. A break will allow you to banish the stresses of everyday life, and focus more time on yourself. And not only will you feel relaxed when you’re away, you’ll also return to work feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready to take on any new challenges. 

4. You deserve a little more adventure 

When you’re working 9-5, 5 days a week, and your weekends are constantly clogged up with catching up on work you just haven’t had time to do, adventure becomes the last thing on your mind.

But it’s not your fault, it happens to the best of us. We all want to succeed in our careers, and sometimes other things fall by the wayside. But taking the time to seek out a little more adventure can really help you feel like a new person, as well as re-centering your focus on what really matters in life.

Adventure is what gets our heart racing; it’s what makes life interesting and gives it that exciting edge. You deserve that just as much as anyone else does on this planet. So take the opportunity to get out there and see the world.

5. Breaks can improve your relationship 

With the slog of everyday life, important relationships can sometimes suffer. You don’t always have time for your partner, or your children, and it can be incredibly easy to lose sight of what really matters. But going away together will help rectify this.

Spending time with loved ones will not only help repair any strained relationships, it could also give them a new lease of life too. If you take the time to remember why you really all came together in the first place, you may rediscover what it is you love about your family and friends; what it is that makes them the most important thing in your life. 

You don’t have to jet off to the South Coast or some exotic places for you to take a break. A break away from the monotony is available in the heart of Nairobi city, at Longonot Place Serviced Apartments.

You probably are already convinced that a serviced apartment is a great choice of accommodation for modern day travelers. And you probably want to stay in one for your next getaway. Just like any other travel accommodation choice, there are a few things you need to look out for before booking. Below are six features you should check for before you book that apartment:

1) Regular and reliable cleaning service

Serviced apartments offer hotel-like services like room service and cleaning service. Make sure the apartment you would like to explore offers this service, and how safe, reliant and convenient it is, especially when you intend to book long term. Some apartments offer washing areas for those who would be comfortable doing their own laundry too.

2) Availability of complete cooking facilities

Serviced apartments offer fully equipped kitchens to facilitate easier preparation of homemade meals. It is important to check that they have all the kitchenware you will need, to avoid carrying things you might not use or getting disappointed upon arrival.

3) Parking

For those arriving using private means, ensure that the establishment offers safe and secure parking options. You should be able to relax and unwind with peace of mind, knowing that your car is safe and sound.

4) Security

Find out the security measures put in place to protect guests. Do they have thorough check points? Are there swift and reliable emergency measures put in place?  Is the room burglar-proof? You deserve somewhere safe to enjoy yourself, forget your troubles and relax knowing that your property and life is in good hands.

5) Proximity to modern amenities

Most serviced apartments are located near city centers. The kind of up you will be having determines the location of your destination. A business trip might require you closer to the city center for easier access to business meetings and luncheons. Close proximity to church, hospital, coffee shops, and malls helps when you want to step out and explore for a bit.

6) Comfortable furnishings

Serviced apartments are fully furnished. They have all the amenities that make up a home. Make sure everything is comfortable. This could be a comfortable bed or sofa, clean bathroom, sufficient beddings, kitchenware and even fast and reliable internet connectivity.

At the end of the day, it’s all about comfort. Don’t just book a place because it’s cheaper or highly rated. Take time to do a thorough background check to avoid great disappointments.