For some, the start of a new year is synonymous with change. A healthier lifestyle (not surprisingly) is usually at the top of the world’s resolution list. Let’s be honest, there is no quick fix to cleanse your body of all those last year’s toxins.

What you need are few small steps which can be easily implemented in your life – immediately. If you plan to spend a luxurious summer holiday in one of our villas in Bali, what kind of lifestyle changes can you make while you continue to enjoy your vacation?

1. Eat more vegetables and fruits

Bali is blessed with plenty of tropical fruits all year round. Take a stroll to the traditional markets (pasar in Indonesian) or supermarkets and you will easily find piles of bananas, oranges or avocados. To incorporate more vegetables and fruits in your diet, try to drink a glass of mixed juice with breakfast or eat a variety of fruits as an afternoon snack. It is a lot easier than you thought.

Your chef will happily whip up healthy meals

2. Hire a private yoga and meditation instructor

Have you always wanted to try yoga or meditation but don’t know where to start? Why not hire a private instructor. Not only a one-to-one session is a brilliant way to familiarise yourself with the techniques, but you also receive personalised guidance and get to practice in the comfort of your surroundings.

Group yoga session

3. Move more

We all know the importance of exercising regularly. If the thought of running on a treadmill or hitting balls on the private tennis court is not your thing, there is always another fabulous option – the swimming pool. Jump into the inviting pool, swim a few laps or just walk (yes, walk) in the pool. You don’t even have to break a sweat. Promise.

Dip in a pool surrounded by nature

4. Get spa treatments

From relaxing Balinese massages to deep-tissue massages, our in-house specialists will help you drift to serenity, engage your senses and relax your body with a variety of spa treatments – gentle body scrubs, mani-pedis, facials – a session within the privacy of your villa is guaranteed to rejuvenate you.  

Who could resist this Bale massage overlooking the ocean at Grand Cliff Nusa Dua? Not us!

5. Repeat all the above steps.

So, who says you can’t stay fit during your holiday? Ask your personal Concierge to arrange a personal trainer or a relaxing massage.