Have you ever felt sleep deprived and wanted to take a vacation just to get a good night’s sleep? Sleep tourism could be the kind of health escape you need.
Written by Eva Hagan
Published April 29, 2024 at 4:15 PM ET
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Some people go on vacation with one thing in mind: sleep. Sleep tourism has become a major travel trend since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, with the emergence of sleep hotels, sleep suites, and in-house sleep experts for travelers seeking rest. linked.
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What is sleep tourism?
Sleep tourism is a travel trend that focuses on getting the best sleep possible. It is often necessary to choose a vacation destination with sleeping facilities. According to Fortune, hotels are also upgrading their sleep services and hiring sleep experts in response to the growing number of travelers who value sleep.
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A sleep hotel known as Zedwell has also opened in London. We offer soundproof, minimalist rooms (called cocoons), gentle lighting and unobstructed TVs. According to CNN, as sleep tourism grows in popularity, more and more sleep hotels, lodging facilities, and retreats appear. But why did people travel to sleep?
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Why is sleep tourism so popular?
The increase in sleep tourism is a result of the growing prevalence of sleep tourism. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in three adult girlfriends doesn’t get enough sleep. Quality sleep is often misunderstood as a luxury, even though it is essential for physical and mental health.
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The CDC warns that sleep deprivation can lead to serious health conditions such as heart disease, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and depression. Lack of sleep is also a leading cause of car accidents and workplace injuries each year.
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According to Condé Nast Traveler, sleep health, and overall health, began to gain attention for many people during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. As more and more people realize that their sleep health isn’t up to snuff, holiday sleep has become more of a priority.
Wellness tourism has grown into an $814 billion industry, and people are no longer interested in vacationing to the point of exhaustion, but using vacations as a respite.
Rebecca Robbins, an author and sleep scientist at Harvard University’s Department of Sleep Medicine, told Fortune magazine: It’s a really exciting suggestion to get some rest and go home. ”
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Tips for getting better sleep at home.
Renting a private cocoon in central London is a dream, but you don’t have to book a luxury holiday to take control of your sleep. Here are some tips to try at home.
Have a relaxing routine. According to Yale Medicine, cleaning your room, writing down your to-do list, and adopting a self-care routine can help stabilize your brain and make it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep.
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Another tip is to put a book next to your bed before bed. According to Yale Medicine, reading helps your brain fall asleep, but it also keeps you focused (and off your phone) until you’re ready.
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If possible, avoid eating large meals right before bed and avoid consuming caffeine or alcohol in the evening. It’s good to stay hydrated, but if you find yourself waking up a lot during the night to pee, you may want to stop drinking water right before bed, according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.
One of the most important tips is to plan your bedtime so that you get 7-8 hours of sleep each night. This will vary from person to person, but according to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, adjusting your wake-up and bedtimes to get the right amount of sleep is essential to your sleep health.
