2025: Starting off with nature

Please do not get so busy this year to forget nature’s embrace, if you were in the past year.

The ever-enticing allures of nature are not hard to find. They are everywhere; from the lush green gardens and parks, the refreshing ocean breeze on the beaches, the beautiful landscapes and breathing sites to unique cultural events built around top destinations.

As a matter of importance, resolving to find time to relax and delight in nature’s beautiful abode, will richly impact your health, lifestyle and business this year.

Nature is really at your doorstep. As much as one works hard this new year, one of the resolutions should be to treat oneself to the best of leisure.

In doing so, the power of nature will nurture your body and soul this new year. There are so many ways to relax and ease off stress this year, all you need is to choose which suits you.

But the very accessible nature is the beach.

Truly, one sure thing is the experience on the several kilometers of sprawling beaches that nature blesses the country with. Taking a walk on the beach in the evening is both a romantic and inexpensive date with nature. Look out at the awesome ocean, feel the sand beneath your feet and for lovers, great conversation with each other may be the magic. Why you must do this is that when you go in the evening, you get to view the colors of the sky and water in a whole different light than if you were to go during the day.

While on the beach, you can go horse riding. It is an incredible experience to be on the back of such a strong and beautiful creature. You can ride through on the sprawling beaches, on a trail in a scenic area with one or more people. The length of time varies, depending on the location and the price paid.

Visiting a botanical garden will also heighten your communion with nature. The flowers may take your breath away. The education and experience that you get during your visit is priceless. You may have to pay extra for special exhibits and to view various parts of the botanical garden, but it is worth it.

A picnic in the park where you can watch the sun set will not be a bad idea. Pack a lunch, a fluffy blanket and head to your nearest park. Sit together with your loved ones or even alone as the case may be, enjoy fantastic food and experience a sunset that you may never forget.

Go on a bird or wildlife watch. The ability to see these giant animals in their natural habitat is something that everyone should do at least once in their life. Going while on a date with one’s lover is the perfect opportunity. Both of you will be in awe and it is an experience that you can share together.

Find time to relax and delight in these exceptional nature’s beautiful abodes.

They are at your doorstep. For beach lovers; La Campagne Resort, Port Harcourt Beach, Inagbe Resort, Ibeno Beach in Akwa Ibom, Calabar Marina, among others are ever ready to welcome you on a visit.

For the adventurous, there are many places to visit and dare nature.

From Afi Mountain Sanctuary, Mambilla Plateau, Shere Hills, Idere Hill, Idanre, among others, some kind of safari tours and hiking await visitors. The Ikogosi Warm Spring Resort, Ibom Hotel and Golf Resort, Nike Lake Enugu, Smokin Hills Resort, among other nature reserves will surprise you with their fantastic eco-tourism potential. A return visit will confirm the timelessness of their allures. City tours to Olumo Rock, Idanre hills, parks and monuments cannot come short of visitors expectations because there are many excitements that will clue their eyes to the attractions. For the family-minded, the good thing is that most of these escapes have attractions that make for an excellent family location. There is always something for everyone to do.

The truth is that the excitement will usher you into your private retreat and set you in the mood for leisure.

To live a healthier life and enjoy your stay at these destinations; play soothing music of your choice as you relax in a hot shower or bath. The heat of the shower or bath is relaxing to the muscles and rejuvenates your body.

Tell yourself about five things you really appreciated that day. Even on the worst of days there are some things you can reflect on that can make you smile because smiling is a natural release of stress.

Laughter is a huge part of releasing stress; the more you laugh, the better you feel and it makes the bad things not seem so bad. Sometimes, some of the events of the day are great ways to find laughter.

Find a sport that you enjoy and can give you a release. No matter your choice of relaxation, do the things you love. When you love doing something, you are more inclined to stick with it and enjoy it. Find a way to release your stress and live a healthier lifestyle without anger and stress.

And in some cases, turn off the TV, radio, and sounds and allow yourself to sit in silence while you release your stress for the day. Meditation is a strong source, but if you are not into meditation then just a simple few minutes of silence help control your thoughts and release stress.

To avoid unnecessarily delays or possible disappointments this year, you may need to make hotel reservations, ticket bookings and others in advance. It saves money and the stress of rush-hour.

Happy New Year, once again!