In a world where we are constantly connected, taking a break from technology is more necessary than ever. This is where the digital detox comes in, which involves taking a break from screens, notifications and being on your phone and other devices all the time. This disconnection, so complicated nowadays, not only leaves you time for yourself but also has benefits for your wellbeing.
During the summer holidays is a good time to plan activities that allow you to put all your attention away from technology, living in the present and spending good times with whoever you want, and most importantly, disconnecting from the routine of your day to day life!
Discover everything you can do in Andorra to recover your wellbeing in a natural and peaceful environment.
The importance of disconnecting from online activities
Technology has transformed our lives and in many ways in a very positive way, since it allows us to stay connected with those we love the most and, among other things, it provides us with information or entertainment instantly. Even travel apps are very useful during our holidays!
But it is also true that we are too busy and sometimes we are not able to switch off. For this reason, it is important to plan moments of disconnection, whether it is a retreat, a holiday to a remote place, or simply to disconnect for a few hours during the day.
Taking these digital breaks are very beneficial and allow our brains to rest and recover.
Benefits of a digital break
What is a digital detox? We could define it as a more or less long time in which the person stops using all digital devices, whether smartphones, computers or tablets. It can be for a specific period of time or limit the use during certain hours of the day. The aim is to reconnect with the world around us, which can help improve personal wellbeing.
Some of the main benefits of digital detox can be:
– Improve sleep
Reducing exposure to blue light from screens before bedtime has been shown to help us get a more restful night’s sleep.
– Reducing activity
Constant exposure to notifications, emails and social media can become very tiring and give us the feeling of always being active. A digital break is the solution to take a break from these constant stimuli.
– Increase productivity
By eliminating distractions and reducing the time we spend on screens, we can increase our concentration on other tasks.
– Improve relationships
Disconnecting from devices allows us to be more present and aware of our surroundings.
– Decrease technological dependence
Finally, learning to manage the hours we spend with our devices and doing activities outside the digital world will help us to value our own time more.
Tips for disconnecting from digital devices
– Set time limits
Set specific times for the use of electronic devices and make sure you stick to them.
– Create technology-free zones
Designate areas in your home where electronic devices are not allowed.
– Practice alternative activities
Spend time on activities that do not involve technology, such as reading a physical book, practising yoga or enjoying a walk outdoors observing nature.
– Use time management tools
Use apps that help you monitor and limit your screen time.
– Plan your disconnection
Set aside a day or even some time during the day to disconnect completely. Take advantage of this time to devote it to activities that give you pleasure and capture your full attention.
Andorra, a favourable environment for disconnecting
Below you will find a guide to activities in Andorra that will help you disconnect for a few hours from your phone and notifications. Although it may not be a great detox, these are moments to do ” switch off ” activities that you enjoy and that take you away from technology. And, above all, to come back stronger after the holidays 
. So here are some suggestions that we believe fulfil this mission, and we hope you enjoy them!
– Hiking routes
Andorra offers a large number of excursions and trails to explore its mountains. It is a great activity to enjoy nature and fresh air and you can also do it with an expert guide, who will take you safely through the mountains and give you good advice on the route.
– Forest bathing
This Japanese practice of immersion in nature is ideal to unwind. Our partner Be Forest offers this service in the forests of Andorra. He will guide you through a forest walk, making you pay full attention to the environment and your sensations. There is no better way to reconnect with yourself than by putting all 5 senses into what you are doing. Choose your forest bathing experience.
– Relaxation with a full stay
At Andorra Health Destination you can also get the rest you want with a getaway to one of the hotels we work with, which offer complete programmes with a hotel night, massages and circuits in their spas. Don’t miss the three proposals that we present to you:
– Carlemany Hotel, where you can enjoy the benefits of the thermal water of its spa.
– Park Pioletes MountainHotel & Spa 5*, with a luxury stay in the heart of Soldeu at an altitude of almost 1900 metres above sea level and surrounded by nature.
– Andorra Park Hotel 5*, with an exclusive getaway in an oasis of serenity located in the capital.
Find all the proposals with hotel here.
– Therapeutic massages
Our partners in the wellness treatments section have prepared different and varied experiences so that you can choose the one you like best, from chiropractic sessions to relaxing massages using different techniques.
– Beauty treatments
What’s better than taking care of our appearance? It is a total moment of disconnection in which time stops and only you and the expert hands of the therapist, in this case our partner Eva Nutrireset, will help you to show off a glowing and hydrated skin.
– Yoga and meditation session
Our partner Komorebi’s yoga sessions are exceptional. She has created a unique formula that combines Ayurveda, a medicinal method focused on achieving physical and mental harmony with nature, and yoga, which also facilitates research into balance and physical and mental health. You have the choice between a 2 or 6 night stay.
– Stargazing
In summer, there is one activity not to be missed: stargazing under the Andorran sky. This experience is even more magical thanks to the fact that part of Andorra’s sky is certified as a Starlight zone, offering spectacular views of the Milky Way and constellations in an incomparable natural setting.
Disconnecting from technology and spending time in nature is an incredible way to improve our overall wellbeing. Andorra, with its natural and peaceful environment, provides the perfect setting for activities that allow you to disconnect.
Are you up for planning your next digital disconnection getaway in Andorra and experiencing the benefits for yourself? Contact us and we’ll help you make it happen!
