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Tips for some amazing time off

Get ready for the summer with some great tips from Claudia, book recommendations from Laura, and film favorites from Héloïse. Our team has compiled the perfect plan for a fun and relaxing summer. Enjoy the discovery!

 

Switching from our daily rush to relaxation can be tough. It’s essential to let go, recharge, and truly savor our free time. Here are some practical tips from Claudia to get the most out of your vacation:

Planning

Before your trip, make sure to wrap up any ongoing work. Delegate tasks to ensure things keep moving in your absence, assign someone as your backup, and set up your out-of-office reply. This will help you enjoy your time away without worrying.

Digital detox

As soon as your vacation starts, try to limit your use of electronic devices. If you can’t go completely offline, designate specific times for checking messages. Focus on enjoying the company around you.

Relaxing activities

Engage in activities that nurture your well-being, whether it’s reading, walking, running, dancing, swimming, or simply resting.

Time for yourself 

We often forget to take care of ourselves amid personal and professional commitments. Make sure to carve out part of each day during your vacation just for you.

Flexibility

Don’t strive for a perfect vacation. Instead, cherish each moment and embrace any unexpected happenings or feelings. It’s all part of life!

Limit tasks and obligations

Avoid cramming your schedule with visits and activities. Leave room for spontaneity and unplanned adventures.

Physical well-being

During your vacation, take care of your health, focus on eating well, getting enough sleep, and staying active.

Now, for those seeking inspiration, Laura shares her book picks. 

  • If you’re into thrillers, check out writers like Olivier Norek from France, whose works are bestsellers, or explore Nordic crime fiction like The Cuckoo by Camilla Läckberg and American author J.P. Smith.
  • Looking for something lighter?
  • Try “Watching over her” by Jean-Baptiste Andrea.
  • For a captivating love story, dive into Gabrielle Zevin’s Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, which has already attracted millions of readers worldwide.

Héloïse, our film enthusiast, shares her top movie suggestions for the summer. 

  • If you want a family-friendly option, The Smurfs is currently showing in theaters.
  • For action lovers, don’t miss the summer releases like Superman, The Fantastic Four, and Jurassic World Rebirth. 
  • If you prefer streaming, classics like Forrest Gump, Groundhog Day, and The Notebook are must-sees.
  • For something off the beaten path, consider lesser-known treasures like Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Little Miss Sunshine, or The Book of Love.
  • And if you’re nostalgic for the office, give The Office a rewatch, both the US and UK versions are hilarious looks at a small paper company’s daily life.

Now, let’s get into the summer spirit with some playlists. 

  1. Don’t miss Barack Obama’s summer playlist, it’s packed with great tracks.

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3xN6J0LCyVj8k1gVCguWRH

  1. Summer also has a distinct Spanish flair, so get ready for some Latin beats and reggaeton.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_zgKRBrT0Y&list=PLGt0gDRLqKa6gM32P9WY2VX59zlTsjGVO

  1. Whether you’re with someone special or enjoying some solo time by the sea, this playlist will set the mood.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9UMxZofMNbA

With this roundup, you’re all set for a rewarding summer. Wishing everyone fantastic vacations and see you soon!

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