To everyone who is tired: How to properly reboot and forget about problems?

There is no sadder story in the world than the story of an employee who is exhausted and wants to rest. And while all the wellness coaches and other enlightened people recommend engaging in personal development and getting to know your inner self during your vacation, I was only interested in one thing: a place where deadlines couldn’t get to me.

That’s why I decided to go (read: run away) to Turkey, or rather to Antalya, because only this place can turn me into a person ready to participate in the New Year’s race. And before we say that the destination is suitable only for family holidays and is associated only with endless buffets and dubious animators, we note that Antalya has long crossed this line and is a destination that can not only relax, but also surprise.

According to Maslow’s pyramid, you just need to choose the right hotel that will meet your basic needs and even more. For me it was Ela Excellence Resort, conveniently located on the first beach promenade. At check-in, I was greeted by friendly staff who clearly sensed my level of fatigue and immediately offered to sit me down, handed me a lemonade, and took my luggage. And then he completely destroyed my desire to make at least some decisions by giving me permission to chat with my personal assistant. From now on, I had two options: to stay within reason and not write with requests every minute, or to get completely lost in the eternal while the manager was looking for the freshest baklava for me. Can you guess which one I chose?

Accommodation options did not disappoint either: luxurious, secluded villas with private pools and sun loungers, cozy beach houses with a small garden and outdoor jacuzzi, or designer rooms with forest and sea views. The choice depends solely on you and your preferred holiday. By the way, there are small outdoor swimming pools in the area where the villas are located, so a life tip from the author – if you are not interested in the sea and the area where the outdoor swimming pools are located prevents you from reading a book, sit there. But this is between us.

Well, for those who only dream of the sea in the urban jungle, we will tell you about it. The 270-meter beach is conveniently divided into several zones: the main zone, where the sea is just a few steps away, and the pier for those who do not really want to swim but just enjoy the waves, bar and bar. Take beautiful photos. Despite all my love for pools, I only went to the pier, and no, not because of the friendly waiters, but because of the sense of privacy that is missing in the big city.

If you believe the main law of all tourists, after the beach and sunbeds you should go in search of food. Although it is difficult to call it a search, because in addition to the usual buffet on the site there are seven a la carte restaurants for every taste: If you want to dance sirtaki and break plates, go to GALATA TAVERN, if you want, like Julia Roberts in the movie “Eat, Pray, Love” If you have a relationship with pizza – go to LA PERLA, but if your soul needs entertainment, do not hesitate to go to AKARI TEPPANYAKI. My personal favorite is LA SALSA for authentic Mexican cuisine.

Separately, I cannot help but mention Elazen Spa, which combines Turkish hospitality with Far Eastern culture. You can choose from 150 treatments, from Ayurvedic therapy to Thai massage and traditional Turkish bath. If variety is eye-opening, remember that you have a personal assistant who you can tell what’s bothering you and will choose the services for you. Personally, I recommend that you go for a Balinese massage and gong meditation after any procedure. If you are one of those who do not forget to exercise even on holiday, the hotel has a comfortable indoor hall with all the necessary equipment and also offers group outdoor classes from CrossFit to yoga with the best trainers.

Instead of a conclusion, I will say this: during the rest I really managed to start over, let go of problems and even breathe, realizing with surprise that sometimes you can forget about independence and just want an extra spoon of ice cream.