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Fitness-Focused Getaways - A New Look at the Family Vacation

When many people plan a family vacation, they often plan around food, fun, and relaxation. But relaxation does not have to mean lying around doing nothing. It can be very relaxing to go on a camping trip, for example, or a ski trip. These days, the family vacation that is focused on fitness is gaining popularity. So how do you plan a fitness-oriented family vacation? Does it mean everyone is going to spend a week at boot camp? Family vacations that have a fitness theme do not have to be a grueling experience. In fact, they don't even have to take place at a fitness center or spa. Here are some ideas for a fit family vacation. 1. The beach The classic family vacation is for everyone to go to the beach. But rather than eating a lot of rich food at restaurants and lying out in the sun, plan a daily activity. Each day can have something fitness oriented. See if you can rent bicycles to ride on the beach or in the neighborhoods. Horseback riding is also something that many beach areas o...