How To Get The Most Out Of Your Sanctifly Membership - 2024 Edition
The Sanctifly app helps our members to enjoy the journey and not just the destination. We have always been about wellness, and our goal is to help you develop better travel habits. While on the road, you may find yourself asking, “ How do I find sanctuary while travelling? Where can I eat freshly prepared food? How can I make better use of my travel downtime?” Well, Sanctifly is the solution to answering all these questions and many more! Here are quick tips on how to get the most out of your Sanctifly membership.
1. GO PREMIUM
As a premium member you can use Sanctifly points to gain exclusive access to lounges, spas, gyms and pools at airports around the world.
Visit one of our 600+ premium airport lounge partners or 140+ Airport spa locations ready to give you a massage and ease away stress on your next journey. Escape from the overcrowded areas of the airport and relax in a quiet, luxurious space.
Melt away the stress and tension of traveling with one of XpresSpa’s exclusive relaxing massages, facials, nail and/or waxing treatments. An amazing way to enjoy your airport downtime, and it certainly beats sitting around by your gate!
Become a member today to enjoy all the above and more!
2. GET ACTIVE
Spend your airport downtime working up a sweat at one of our gym partners, then freshen up with a shower before your next flight. Our gyms are all located within a 5 mile radius of the airport.
You need to use your points to access premium locations, always comforted in the fact that points are at least 50% better value the walkup rate at lounges and the exclusive access we offer at hotel partners.
Is there anything better than a swim to energise between flights? Use your Sanctifly points to go for a dip at one of our 3000+ Specialist gym and pool partners at any of our 200+ locations including the Hilton Boston Logan Inn, Le Meridien Dubai, TWA at JFK.
Get ready for your next flight, by recharging your body.
3. FLIGHT DELAY BENEFIT
Flight delayed by 2+ hours? Any disruption of 2 hours and your lounge, gym or spa visit is on us!
Simply register your flight, we’ll monitor it and if delayed, we will automatically credit your membership with 100 points. This is equal to a free pass to use immediately at over 90% of our premium airport locations. Enjoy a trip to a lounge, have a workout or unwind by the pool during your delay time.
Members can also keep the points for the future they don’t need to be used straight away.
Tap the tile ‘Flight Delay Benefit’ under the activity section on the App home page to register your flight.
You can register up to 16 flights a year included in your membership. Some terms and conditions apply.
4. UNWIND AT ONE OF OUR RECREATIONAL PARTNERS
Long layover? Get out of the airport and relax in comfort. We are delighted to announce 200 new hotel partners for recreational use. Enjoy a meal, simply relax or chat in beautiful surroundings away from the hustle of the airport. As lounges are getting busier, we felt the need to add more landside options. This option is perfect if you have yet to check in and have plenty of time to spare before your flight.
The even better news is that no points are required to visit these locations. You are also welcome to use the hotel's complimentary shuttle service. Hotels prefer if you use the book now an option in the app so they can manage numbers.
Download Sanctifly App to explore more.
5. BEAT JETLAG
Traveling to a different time-zone and worried about jetlag? We’ve got you covered! Minimize or eliminate any jet lag with Timeshifter. Your first use is FREE. Then, use your Sanctifly points to get an annual membership. Timeshifter enables people to proactively “shift” their circadian clock quickly or “shift” the timing of an activity to the optimal circadian time to improve their safety, health, and performance.
6. EAT AND SNACK BETTER
When we are traveling, we are bombarded with many fast-food chains at the airport, or many of the airport restaurants do not freshly prepare the food onsite. Often the food arrives to the restaurant pre-made. Sanctifly guides our members to healthy food options, where the meals are prepared freshly onsite. Our app also contains content on healthy snacks you can bring for your journey.
7. UNLIMITED ACCESS
Get unlimited access to exclusive Sanctifly library. We have tons of easy-to-use fitness videos, only 10 minutes long, which can be completed either in the airport or at home. Our videos cover various topics, from exercises for circulation to core strengthening and aerobics. You can also try our meditation exercises which can be completed anywhere. There are lots of blogs on topics such as how to find sanctuary at the airport, healthy travel tips and what healthy snacks to pack for your trip.
Join the club today! Download the Sanctifly App and select the video tab to see all that match.
8. STAY HEALTHY WHILE FLYING
Use 100 points from your Sanctifly account to redeem a $32 Voucher for Get a $32 FLIGHTFUD Voucher. Created by a former Flight Attendant, FLIGHTFUD’s Flight Elixir is the all-natural travel aid designed specifically for flying. Drink this to feel great when you arrive at your destination and get the most of your travels. FLIGHTFUD uses a megadose of travel-supporting ingredients formulated to reduce travel bloat, support circulation, replenish hydration, manage jet lag and support immunity.
9. TAP INTO YOUR WELLNESS NEEDS
Let Sanctifly's Wellness Travel Coach, Sahara Rose De Vore, help you tap into your wellbeing needs so that you can choose the best wellness activities and experiences that turn your business trip into one of purpose, meaning, relief, and personalized outcomes. Use your points to book a 30-minute session with Sahara Rose today!
10. OVER 100 AIRPORT GUIDES
Sanctifly members get access to our carefully curated airport guides. These guides are broken down to separate time blocks, so we can recommend something for you, no matter how long or short your layover is.
11. THE SANCTIFLY TRAVEL WELLNESS GUIDE
A comprehensive guide full of expert advice and tips to develop good travel habits for the future. The guide covers topics such as:
Navigating the new normal
Movement and fitness
Eating well and nutrition
Sleep well and jet lag management
Managing travel stress
Resetting your mindset
Download your free copy of the guide today.
12. TAKE A WALK
If you have a long layover at an airport, we recommend you get outside and enjoy the fresh air. Our app recommends over 160 parks and beaches all over the world, all within a 5-mile radius of the airport. Go for a walk, run, stretch in the park, meditate or enjoy a book out in the open. Don’t feel like leaving the airport? We also have many other free recommendations such as meditation rooms, observation decks, or art exhibitions. BWI airport even has its own 5.7km indoor walking trail.
As you can see, you never be bored or stressed on a journey as long as you are a Sanctifly member! With tons of free and premium options to spend your downtime, Sanctifly is the essential membership for today’s traveler.
Join Sanctifly today to explore our content and start building your healthy habits on the go with Sanctifly.
More Options added to Sanctifly!
We are very excited to announce 36 new premium lounges added to Sanctifly, 25 of which are available to use right now.
36 New Lounges Added to Sanctifly
We are very excited to announce 36 new premium lounges added to Sanctifly, 25 of which are available to use right now. Located across USA, South America, Europe, South Africa and Asia, Sanctifly members can unwind in these luxurious lounges. Amongst these new lounges are 5 Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse lounges, 3 of which are available right now at JFK, SFO and IAD.
Enter these premium lounges today for amazing value. With Sanctifly, it only costs $25.00 on the pay-as you go membership to enter – or less than $15 on our premium plans. The best value on the market, anywhere.
Sanctifly Partners with Runnin'City
We are delighted our new partnership with Runnin'City . Runnin’City is an innovative app providing its users with curated and narrated walking & jogging tracks at over 1900 locations globally. Sanctifly will be promoting Runnin'City's running & walking tracks at locations all over the world. This partnership will particularly benefit Sanctifly members who have a longer layover at the airport. Runnin'City members will also have the opportunity to purchase Sanctifly at a discounted rate.
Download Sanctifly Today
Download the Sanctifly app to explore all the facilities available to Sanctifly members.
Not traveling for a while? No problem! Purchase your membership today and wait to activate on your phone until just before you travel. Your 12 months starts on activation, not purchase.
No long term commitments. All memberships are backed by our 30 day no quibble money back guarantee.
How To Get The Most Out Of Your Sanctifly Membership
The Sanctifly app helps our members to enjoy the journey and not just the destination. We have always been about wellness, and our goal is to help you develop better travel habits
The Sanctifly app helps our members to enjoy the journey and not just the destination. We have always been about wellness, and our goal is to help you develop better travel habits. As we begin to return to travel, you may find yourself asking, how do I find sanctuary while travelling? Where can I eat freshly prepared food? How can I make better use of my travel downtime? Sanctifly is the solution to answering all these questions and many more! Here are TEN quick tips on how to get the most out of your Sanctifly membership.
1. GO PREMIUM
As a premium member you can use Sanctifly points to gain access to our exclusive options such as access to gyms, spas and top quality lounges. Our members typically receive at least a 50% discount to the walk-up price.
Visit one of our premium lounge partners on your next journey. Escape from the overcrowded areas of the airport and relax in a quiet, luxurious space.
Melt away the stress and tension of traveling with one of XpresSpa’s exclusive relaxing massages, facials, nail and/or waxing treatments. An amazing way to enjoy your airport downtime, and it certainly beats sitting around by your gate!
Spend your airport downtime working up a sweat at one of our gym partners, then freshen up with a shower before your next flight. Our gyms are all located within a 5 mile radius of the airport.
Purchase your membership today to enjoy all the above and more!
2. TAKE A DIP
Is there anything better than a swim between flights? Use your Sanctifly points to go for a dip at one of our 42 pool partners, including the Hilton Boston Logan Inn, Le Meridien in Dubai or the Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre at London Heathrow. Feel energized and ready for your next flight, not to mention swimming has lots of mental health benefits.
3. BEAT JETLAG
Traveling to a different time-zone and worried about jetlag? We’ve got you covered! Minimize or eliminate any jet lag with Timeshifter. Use your Sanctifly points to get an annual membership. Timeshifter enables people to proactively “shift” their circadian clock quickly or “shift” the timing of an activity to the optimal circadian time to improve their safety, health, and performance.
4. EAT AND SNACK BETTER
When we are traveling, we are bombarded with many fast-food chains at the airport, or many of the airport restaurants do not freshly prepare the food onsite. Often the food arrives to the restaurant pre-made. Sanctifly guides our members to healthy food options, where the meals are prepared freshly onsite. Our app also contains content on healthy snacks you can bring for your journey. Through our partnership with AtYourGate, you can even get healthy food delivered directly to your gate!
5. UNLIMITED ACCESS
Did you know that Sanctifly premium members get unlimited access to exclusive wellness content? We have loads of easy to use fitness videos, only 10 minutes long which can be completed either in the airport or at home. Our videos cover a wide range of topics, from exercises for circulation to core strengthening and aerobics. You can also try our meditation exercises which can be completed anywhere. There are lots of blogs on topics such as how to find sanctuary at the airport, a return to travel Covid 19 series, or even what healthy snacks to pack for your trip.
6. PODCAST
Listen to our Traveler Reset: Redefining Healthy Travel series. Sanctifly experts discuss healthy travel topics with industry leaders. Health and wellness are a top priority and should be a key consideration when we fly again. We want to help travelers to prepare for their first flight in 2021 and make healthier choices while they are on the road. Let’s make healthy travel part of the conversation so that we don’t go back to our old unhealthy routines.
You can watch or listen to the full series today.
7. OVER 100 AIRPORT GUIDES
Sanctifly members get access to our carefully curated airport guides. These guides are broken down to separate time blocks, so we can recommend something for you, no matter how long or short your layover is.
8. THE SANCTIFLY TRAVEL WELLNESS GUIDE.
A comprehensive guide full of expert advice and tips to develop good travel habits for the future. The guide covers topics such as:
Navigating the new normal
Movement and fitness
Eating well and nutrition
Sleep well and jet lag management
Managing travel stress
Resetting your mindset
Download your free copy of the guide today.
9. TAKE A WALK
If you have a long layover at an airport, we recommend you get outside and enjoy the fresh air. Our app recommends over 160 parks and beaches all over the world, all within a 5-mile radius of the airport. Go for a walk, run, stretch in the park, meditate or enjoy a book out in the open. Don’t feel like leaving the airport? We also have many other free recommendations such as meditation rooms, observation decks, or art exhibitions. BWI airport even has its own 5.7km indoor walking trail.
10. GET A RIDE
Sanctifly recently announced an amazing partnership with SIXT. Our members can now get up to 15% discount on SIXT Car Rental at participating locations. When booking rentals in category P (Premium), L (Luxury) or X (Special), our members receive complimentary access to the exclusive SIXT operated Diamond Lounge at selected locations around the world. Our members also get an exclusive 8% discount on SIXT Ride, meaning you can book chauffeur driven vehicles and airport transfers for less! If you have a long layover, treat yourself to a chauffeur driven experience and explore your surroundings in style!
As you can see, you never be bored or stressed on a journey as long as you are a Sanctifly member! With tons of free and premium options to spend your downtime, Sanctifly is the essential membership for today’s traveler. Download the app today to explore our content and start building your healthy habits at home with Sanctifly.
For more information on our membership types, click here.
Travel Wellness Roundup - Feb 2021
February 2021 Edition. Everything you need to know about the travel wellness world in one convenient place.
Travel Wellness Roundup
February 2021
With the return to travel on the horizon we are seeing a dramatic increase in the number of travel-related content, news, and articles being published every today. There is a huge amount of travel-related information and sources available and we understand that getting to the key points can be overwhelming and time-consuming. As a travel-wellness focused brand, we read lots of travel content every month. We want to take on the burden of filtering through hundreds of articles and present you with the highlights.
This is the Travel Wellness Roundup- February Edition where we share all the most interesting, exciting, and topical travel wellness content the team at Sanctifly has read this week. Enjoy!
“Digital health passports are the hot topic at the moment as companies scramble to become the go-to solution. It will be interesting to see what travelers think about them and if they are actually usable when people start traveling internationally again. We are also seeing lots of studies and reports coming out showing that travelers are desperate to get on the road again. I am not surprised about that at all. Let’s hope we all get a chance to scratch our travel itch in the first half of 2021! “
- Maeve Power, Editor of the Travel Wellness Roundup
‘Study Finds Traveler Safety Concerns Will Diminish by Summer’
According to a survey of 2100 respondents conducted by Global Rescue, 77% are much less concerned about travel safety for the second half of 2021 (July to December) compared to last year, and 70% plan to take a trip by June 2021. It seems provided vaccine rollouts go according to plan people are planning to travel this summer.
‘In The New World Of Business Travel, Traveler Wellbeing Must Come First’
Risk management and traveler tracking are must-haves in ensuring business travelers are safe when they hit the road again. But the invasion of privacy is a growing concern among business travelers that needs to be addressed.
‘How To Travel Safely With Children In 2021’
It is likely that the first people to return to travel will be leisure travelers and that includes families. Euronews posted a great article with some helpful tips and ideas on how to travel safely with children in 2021.
‘How To Use Travel Wellness To Stay Healthy While You WFH’
So many of the challenges faced by frequent travelers pre-COVID did not disappear when they started to work from home. We were delighted to contribute this article to our partner, TravelPerk’s blog sharing our top travel wellness tips and how we are repurposing them in the current climate.
‘Digital Health Passports: Our Ticket Back To International Travel And Beyond’
Last week Plug And Play hosted a webinar about digital health passports that are currently being implemented and sparked an interesting debate about the need for common standards, privacy concerns, and more. In her opening address Stacey Fitzmaurice, Senior Official Performing the Duties of Deputy Administrator at TSA stated that while it is important to implement safety measures for travelers it is equally important to tell them about it and educate them on how their health and wellness is being prioritized. We can expect to see a lot more info sessions around travel wellness initiatives in the coming months.
‘Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group Launches 'Wellness on the Road' for Corporate & Group Travelers’
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has launched a new global initiative to help corporate and meeting travelers maintain a healthy lifestyle and mindful balance while on the road. This is a fantastic move in the right direction towards prioritizing health and wellness for business travelers.
‘XpresSpa To Benefit From Improving Travel Trends, New Outlet Openings: Analyst’
From the beginning of the pandemic Sanctifly partners, XpresSpa, have been working hard to pivot their offering to provide health and wellness services beyond spa treatments. They almost immediately offered their in-airport spa locations as Covid testing facilities, making the process of getting a test easier for those that were still heading to the airport. It is great to see traveler health and wellness brands being highlighted.
‘Masks Are Now Mandatory In And On Public Transportation Across The US’
As of Feb 1, masks are now mandatory in airports, bus and train terminals, and on trains, planes, buses, and public transportation. The CDC stated that face shields, masks with exhalation valves, and other forms of face coverings do not comply with the rule. Within the airport, the TSA will be responsible for ensuring passengers are wearing the correct face masks.
‘Expedia Group Releases Trends and Predictions for 2021’
Expedia Group has released its Trends and Predictions report for 2021 and the sentiment is, people are desperate to get back to traveling again. People are planning to spend big on longer vacations in 2021 and plan to use travel to reconnect with the world.
At Sanctifly we are committed to providing you with the best in travel wellness content. Download the app today to explore our content and start building your healthy habits at home with Sanctifly.
For more information on our membership types, click here.
5 Tips For A Healthy Heart
February is heart health month and with the added stress and anxiety of the past year, it is more important than ever that we look after our hearts. Here are 5 top tips you can introduce into your routine to help keep your heart healthy.
Tips to keep your heart healthy
Floss
Cardio
Eat a balanced diet
Manage stress
Limit alcohol
Over the last year our health and wellness have been at the forefront of our minds. However, because of Covid-19, the spotlight has been largely focused on our lungs. Though the Covid-19 pandemic is still with us and still a significant worry, it is equally important that we remember that there are other aspects of our health that need looking after. February is heart health month and with the added stress and anxiety of the past year, it is more important than ever that we look after our hearts. So much of our daily routines impact our heart health. According to the CDC, heart disease is one of the leading causes of death among Americans. Some of the leading contributing factors towards poor heart health are high levels of stress, poor diet and lack of exercise. All these are challenges that are faced by frequent travelers every time they are on the road and, as we look back over the last year, they are challenges we have all been facing in our new normal. Our exercise, eating, work and travel routines have all been disrupted in 2020 and many of our previous healthy habits are no longer practiced. So let’s start building up some healthy habits again that are good for our hearts (and the rest of us!). Here are 5 tips you can introduce into your daily routine to help keep your heart healthy.
Floss
According to Harvard medical school, and countless other studies, there is a significant link between your gum health and your heart health. Although the exact cause is still debated, whether it be the prevalence of bacteria in the mouth or some other cause, the fact is the state of your mouth is an indicator of how healthy your heart is. So make flossing and good oral hygiene part of your everyday routine and you can reduce your risk factor for cardiovascular problems in the process.
Cardio
Cardio exercise gets the blood flowing and the heart pumping. Your heart is a muscle, and like any other muscle in the body if you do not build it up and make it strong it will not work as well as it could. Cardio exercise helps to improve circulation, lower your blood pressure and helps to regulate your heart rate, all elements that contribute to a healthy heart. Examples of cardio exercise are running, cycling, jumping – anything that gets the heart pumping.
Does the prospect of going for a run seem completely daunting to you? I get it, believe me. Running was never particularly appealing to me, even though I know it is a great (and free) way to get in some cardio exercise. My block against running was as much mental as it was physical. I could make sense of the fact that I would need to start slow in order to build up my fitness, but how do you overcome the mental challenge? When my mind was shouting, ‘Stop running!’ even though I was more than capable of going further? The answer for me was to follow a Couch to 5K running schedule, developed especially for beginner runners. It is a 3-week plan that helps introduce you slowly to running and build up your stamina. There are lots of apps you can download to help you keep track of the schedule, the C25K app is definitely one of the best. Download it today and start running!
Eat a balanced diet
They say you are what you eat and when it comes to your heart, it’s kind of true. If you stick to a stodgy, fatty diet with little variety it will take a serious toll on your heart and overall health. A healthy balanced diet full of fruit and vegetables, whole grains and healthy fats is the best option.
Here is a great tip to get started towards a healthy diet. Learn how to use fresh herbs in your meals. Herbs bring lots of flavour with little negative side effects. If you are someone that often adds salt or butter to meals for that added flavour, incorporating fresh herbs is a great replacement. Also, it is much easier to chop up some parsley and add it to your pasta sauce than sit down and eat a whole plate of vegetables. If you are not a vegetable eater, trying to force yourself to eat too much in one go will only have negative effects and turn you off. Start with some small wins by adding more fresh herbs to your next meal.
Manage stress
Stress can play a significant role in poor mental and physical health. According to this 2017 study, persistent emotional stress not only makes us more susceptible to risky behaviour such as smoking, drinking and other bad habits but the part of the brain that is activated by stress has a direct link to cardiovascular events. We are living in stressful times and unfortunately, it is unavoidable and out of our control. However, how we react to stress is within our control and the methods we use to deal with stress can have a direct effect on our hearts.
Here are some ways to help deal with stress.
Breathing exercises are a great way to calm racing thoughts and focus your attention on the present.
Exercise is another great way to focus your mind and body on the present moment.
Meditation has so many great benefits and the ability to process stressful events in a calm and controlled manner is just one of them. Check out this article for some tips on getting started with meditation.
Limit alcohol
The idea that a glass of red wine now and again is good for your heart has been around for a long time. While it is true that the antioxidants found in red wine are good for you, a direct link between red wine and heart health has never actually been found. But that doesn’t mean you have to give up your glass of wine. At Sanctifly we don’t believe you have to go all or nothing when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle. Have your drink and enjoy it! The key point to remember is to enjoy it in moderation. Limit your alcohol intake (especially when you are on the road!) and your heart will be happier and healthier for it.
Looking after your health and wellness has never been more important than it is right now, whether you are traveling or staying at home. Now is the time to work on building up those healthy habits so that when we do return to normal we are better equipped than ever to deal with life’s challenges. Sanctifly is your guide to building healthy habits and resetting your mindset in 2021 and beyond. We are committed to helping you to make your health and wellness a priority. We have lots of helpful advice and tips in the Sanctifly app, most of which is as relevant now as it will be when we return to travel. Become a member today and get exclusive access to fitness, meditation, stress management and nutrition content from leading experts in the field to help you on your journey towards a healthier you.
Download the app today to explore our content and start building your healthy habits at home with Sanctifly.
For more information on our membership types, click here.
4 Benefits Of Business Travel For The Business Traveler
Business travel is great for business, but can it be good for the traveling employee too? There has been a lot of research on the negative effect of business travel but when employee health and well-being is prioritized, there can be some really great and positive effects.
Business Travel is great for business. Can it be good for the traveling employee too?
4 reasons business travel can be great for employees
Face-to-face meetings are more effective
Experience different cultures
Learn new skills
Build confidence
Last year, a lot of research came out about the negative effects of business travel. It’s not all that surprising, we have been talking about the negative impact of business travel on traveling employees’ health and well-being for years. But it can get a bit disheartening when you start reading all the stats and quite scary from a business point of view when you consider the real cost on employee productivity and loss. And while we try to provide positive, proactive tips for combating the negative effects, looking back over the last year it’s all been very doom and gloom.
There is one quote that we at Sanctifly constantly find ourselves referring to: Business travel is not bad; it is our travel habits that are bad. Business travel is great for business and necessary. Executives and traveling employees believe that 8% of business would be lost if business travel was ceased. And business travels can benefit greatly from business travel. On average US executives state that the return of business travel is between $10 and $14.99 for every dollar invested.
So that’s a pretty good argument for the businesses point of view, and it seems that businesses do not need to be convinced on the benefits of business travel. Business travel spend has grown year on year and is projected to reach $1.6 trillion in 2020. But are there any benefits for the business traveler? Yes, but only if travel wellness is made a priority. Here are some reasons business travel can be great for you, as a traveling employee.
1. Face to face meetings are more effective
In today’s high-tech world, it may seem like face to face meetings are becoming less and less relevant. As video conferencing and collaboration tools become more powerful and every company communicates online through email or messaging apps such as Slack you may wonder if there is really any need to hop on that plane and meet your customers or prospects in person? The answer is yes, after all business is conducted with people, not machines, and fostering and maintaining relationships is a vital part of the process. According to a report published by the Harvard Business Review a face to face request is 34 times more likely to succeed than an email request and 95% of people say that face to face meetings are essential for established long term business relationships. You can get more deals made and create longer lasting and stronger business relationships when you meet face-to-face.
2. Experience new cultures and different ways of working
Travel is a fantastic tool for broadening your mind and expanding your knowledge. When you travel for business you get the chance to experience new places, new cultures and different ways of working, all of which will help you build a more well-rounded world view. Interacting with and experiencing different cultures will also help to foster creativity, which you can then bring to your job. Research shows that business travel cultivated creativity and productivity, two traits which will help you get noticed at your job.
3. Learn and hone new skills
As much as I am trying to focus in the positives, there is no denying that business travel can be stressful. Things wont always go smoothly and sometimes you will need to think on your feet and take initiative to salvage a situation. While this can take a toll on your stress levels it can also be a great learning opportunity and help you to hone vital soft skills. Being able to handle stressful situations and make on the spot decisions is a valuable skill to any business and will help you stand out among your colleagues. Business travel also affords you great networking opportunities to help broaden your network and progress your career and bring bigger and better deals to your boss.
4. Build confidence
One of the most valuable benefits of travel is that it puts you out of your comfort zone and helps to build your confidence. We are all guilty of getting too comfortable in a situation whether that be in our personal lives or professional lives. The commute to the office becomes automatic, our everyday tasks do not challenge us, and we eat lunch at the same spot with the same people every day. Travel plucks you out of that routine and challenges you to adapt to a whole new environment. Navigating a new city successfully, understanding and acknowledging cultural differences and successfully building a business relationship or closing a deal will give you a huge confidence boost and help you navigate unfamiliar and challenging situations in the future.
There are lots of benefits to business travel, it can be a great perk to your job. However, if you don’t make your health and well-being a priority while on the road the negative effects of business travel will easily outweigh the positive. Make your health a priority with a Sanctifly membership. Get access to thousands of healthy airport activities all over the world so that you can make the most of your travel downtime and stick to your healthy routine while on the road. Freshen up with a shower at an airport lounge ahead of a long flight home or hit the gym at the airport hotel to help de-stress before continuing on your journey. Get access to all the healthy options when you are a member of Sanctifly. No matter how often you travel, we have a membership plan for you. Get in touch today an let’s discuss your healthy travel routine for 2020. Corporate packages are also available. Travel Well this year with a Sanctifly membership and make sure you experience only the positive effects of business travel.
The Surprising Effects of Business vs Leisure Travel
To an outsider a job that lets you travel can seem glamorous and exciting. But traveling for work is very different than your average summer holiday. Travel takes its toll, especially business travel. Check out this amazing infographic on the surprising effects of business vs leisure travel.
Do you care about your health and well-being? Here’s what business and leisure travel can do to you.
While travel certainly may benefit your professional status or even be essential in getting you to your next vacation, often it has significant downsides. Even more so, the downsides are related directly to what people are working on optimizing: personal health and wellness.
Recently reported in a survey conducted by YouGov, 20% of business travelers say business travel is bad for employees. While we’ve already compiled a list to work on improving company travel culture, what about personal relationships? Studies have shown that interpersonal stress can be a huge downside to business travel. Spouses and children have to pay the price.
On top of that, both leisure and business travel have negative effects on weight management. Often we are drinking and eating more while exercising less, regardless of what kind of travel experience we may be embarking on.
It’s worth noting, that while there are certainly negative impacts of either type of travel, leisure travel has a redeeming factor. Leisure or vacation travel provides a unique balm to our frenzied schedules. On vacation we slow down, sleep more and are even nicer. All of this adds up to a reduction in stress, overall a huge win for our total health and well-being.
Check out the full infographic below from Reservations.com, The Surprising Effects of Business vs Leisure Travel on Your Health and Well-Being. They’ve illustrated how travel takes a toll on us and even given the magic number of vacation days required to reduce stress.
Sources available at: https://www.reservations.com/blog/resources/business-vs-leisure-travel/
One of the best ways to reduce travel stress is by making the most of your airport downtime and doing something good for your body and mind. Sanctifly is the leading travel wellness club, providing frequent business travelers with access to airport hotel gyms, pools an spas without booking a room as well as special rates on airport lounges and spas. Take back you travel downtime with a Sanctifly membership today.
7 tips to sleep well while traveling
With all that comes with frequent travel, jet lag, early or late flights, disruption in routine, it is no wonder that business travelers find it difficult to get a good night’s rest while on the road. Here are 7 tips to help you sleep better while traveling.
7 tips to help you to sleep better while traveling
Manage jet lag
Create a sleep travel kit
Get some exercise
Avoid screen time before bed
Create a bedtime routine
Avoid stimulants
Get sleep where and when you can
Sleep is one of the most important processes we go through, it is a chance for our bodies to rest, recover and restore after the day. And it is as important for our mental health as it is for our physical health. According to the National Sleep Foundation sleep also plays a vital role in strengthening and defining our memories. We take in so much information during the day and our brains take the time while we are sleeping to process and store this information. A good night’s sleep is important for staying sharp and focused, both of which are incredibly important if you are about to head into that big sales meeting or meeting a potential client for the first time. Business travelers need to get a good night’s sleep but studies show that this is not the case. According to a global study commissioned by IHG in 2019, 80% of frequent travelers have trouble sleeping when they are away from home and business travelers lose on average 58 minutes of sleep each night! While juggling time zones, early and late flight times and disrupted routines may be inevitable for frequent travelers there are some things every traveler can do to improve their sleep routine. Here are some tips to help you sleep better while traveling.
1. Manage jet lag
Jet lag is a caused by disruption to our circadian rhythm (a 24-hour internal clock that allows your body and brain to cycle between periods of alertness and sleepiness). Travelers experience jet lag when moving between time zones and our circadian rhythm falls out of sync with the world around us. We feel sleepy in the middle of the day and can’t sleep at night leaving us tired and cranky when we need to be focused. Every experienced traveler has their own jet lag fighting tips and tricks, but we at Sanctifly are a fan of following the science. We all use the Timeshifter app to manage our jet lag while traveling. Timeshifter helps you create a personalized jet lag plan so that you can arrive at your best and adjust to new time zones 3 times faster. Sanctifly members can use a Sanctifly pass to get a 12 month membership to Timeshifter. Download the app and check it out!
2. Create a personal sleep kit
Sometimes it’s the little things that make a huge difference, especially when it comes to sleep. Create a sleep kit that is on hand to throw into your luggage and add it to your packing list. A sleep kit will be personal to you, whatever you feel will help you to sleep better while on the road. I include some lavender spray, a sleep mask, ear plugs and some natural sleep aids. Here’s a good tip I recently picked up, start sleeping at home with an eye mask (even if you don’t really need it). By creating this habit, you are signalling to your brain that putting on an eye mask means sleep. When you put in the eye mask while on the road, your body will instinctively start to get ready for sleep.
3. Get some exercise
Countless studies have shown that exercise improves sleep quality and sleep duration. Tiring out your body with exercise not only makes it easier for you to relax, exercise is also a great way to relieve stress. Stress is a common cause of sleep problems and traveling for work can be very stressful. Even just 10 minutes of exercise can have great, lasting effects on both your physical and mental health so make sure you schedule in some exercise time on your next business trip.
4. Avoid screen time before bed
Blue light, which is produced by computer and phone screens mimics daylight and tricks our bodies into reducing the production of melatonin. Melatonin is the hormone we produce in order to make us sleepy and is suppressed during the daytime. When we look at screens just before bed the blue light signals daytime to our brains and bodies and we find it much more difficult to fall asleep. The best way to avoid this happening is to avoid looking at screens before bed. Create a pre sleep routine that does not include looking at your phone and stick to it! Also, add a blue light filter to your phone just in case you slip!
5. Create a routine
Following on from the previous point, creating a bedtime routine will do wonders for regulating your sleep while traveling. Again, it is all about sending signals to the body and the mind to let them know that it is time for sleep. If you do the same things for the hour before your go to bed every day, for example you may brush your teeth, do a skin care routine, read for 30 minutes or whatever else you like to do and then take that routine with you while you travel. Your body will automatically start getting ready for sleep as you go through your routine and you will find it much easier to sleep when you are away from home.
6. Avoid stimulants
This point pretty much goes without saying, stimulants such as alcohol and caffeine make your body alert and awake and make falling asleep much more difficult. The next time you are on a business trip and you want to get a drink opt for a herbal tea instead of alcohol or a coffee. Of course, there will be a time when you fancy a drink, don’t worry we have all been there! Check out this video by Sara Quiriconi, travel wellness expert for Sanctifly on how to have your drink but stay healthy too.
7. Get sleep where you can and when you can
A disrupted and disjointed routine comes with the territory when you are a frequent traveler. Flights leaving at odd hours, time spent waiting in the airport and different time zones do not lend well to a consistent routine. The best way to ensure you get enough sleep is to sleep wherever and whenever you can. Many airport lounges offer sleep rooms for rent and some airports are even beginning to offer sleep pods in the terminal. You can click the ‘Sleep’ option in the Sanctifly app to find all the sleep options available at your preferred airport.
Sleep is so important for a healthy and happy life. Even when things are stressful a good night’s sleep can do wonders to relieve stress and give you a new perspective on a situation. You can sleep and travel better with a Sanctifly membership. We have membership plans for every type of traveler, whether you only travel a few times a year or you travel every week. Download the Sanctifly app today and browse through 2500+ wellness focused locations available at 130+ international airports.
For more great tips on how to sleep better and how to fall asleep faster, check out this article from Sleepreport.
3 tips to minimize back pain during a flight
Business travel is a multi million-dollar industry and shows no signs of slowing down. That means there is a pretty good chance you will be heading on a business trip at some stage in your career. Here are 3 tips and items to help improve your posture and reduce back pain when you are on a plane. Whether you plan ahead or want to improve your posture on the fly we have an option for you.
Are you wishing for pain free travel? Here are 3 tips to minimize back pain while traveling.
It’s all to easy to slump back in the airplane seat just to try and get a bit of comfort. We tell ourselves its not so bad, its only for a few hours. According to Statistica in 2018 Americans went on 463.6 million domestic business trips and that number is only increasing. That’s a lot of time in the air and it all adds up. When we look at our time spent traveling as a whole rather than individual occurrences its easy to see how those bad habits all add up to have a negative impact on our health. Creating healthy travel habits especially when we are traveling consistently for work is important for our overall health and well-being.
Sitting slumped over and bad posture can have some serious repercussions on our overall health. According to a great article on The Healthy some of the possible side effects of bad posture are headaches, spasms, tiredness and of course back pain. There have even been studies showing that bad posture can have a negative effect on your mental health. (https://www.thehealthy.com/osteoporosis/surprising-ways-bad-posture-can-affect-your-health/)
Business travel is a multi million-dollar industry and shows no signs of slowing down. That means there is a pretty good chance you will be heading on a business trip at some stage in your career. Here are 3 tips and items to help improve your posture and reduce back pain when you are on a plane. Whether you plan ahead or want to improve your posture on the fly we have an option for you.
Tip #1
Bring two tennis balls with you and place then in a bag. Put these behind you in the airplane seat between your middle and lower back. By placing these behind your back you will force yourself to sit upright throughout your flight.
Plus, if you move around a bit, it acts as a nice massager to help you relax during your flight. Move the balls up to behind your neck for part of your flight and move your head from right to left for a nice neck massage. Your neighbour might be looking at your wondering why you’re are shifting around in your seat so much but who cares? I’d rather leave my long-haul flight with zero back pain and feeling refreshed and relaxed wouldn’t you?
Tip #2
Use your water bottle to help you sit up straight. Place your reusable water bottle length ways down the center of your back. Reusable water bottles are much better than a plastic bottle (not only because they are better for the environment - #nosingleuseplastics) but because a reusable water bottle is often much sturdier and will give you better support. Once you have drank all the water in your plastic water bottle it loses all its structure and can easily get crushed behind your back resulting in even worse posture than you would have without.
Tip #3
For those that don’t have the space to bring extra items or just didn’t have the chance to plan ahead (don’t worry it happens to the best of us!) you can use a magazine to give yourself lumbar support. You will nearly always find a magazine stuffed into the pocket in front of your seat or invest a few dollars and get one from the shop before you hop on the flight, your back will thank you for it later! Roll up the magazine and use it in the same way as the water bottle above, placing it length ways down the middle of your back. This will force you to sit up straight and lift yourself from the chest and help reduce back pain during any long-haul flight.
Staying healthy while traveling take a lot of effort. Believe us, we know. That’s why we at Sanctifly want to help every frequent flyer to travel well by providing high quality travel wellness content along with helpful tips and hacks for healthier travel. Whether you are traveling for business or leisure don’t let your health and well being become a second thought. Download Sanctifly today for more travel wellness tips.
15 healthy snacks that are perfect for traveling
Staying healthy while traveling is all about routine. Sticking to a healthy diet can be a challenge, especially when we are in an unfamiliar place or on an unfamiliar schedule. We’ve put together the 15 best snacks that will help you stay healthy, full and hydrated while traveling.
Stay hydrated and full with these healthy snacks that are perfect for traveling
Food is one of the most important factors when it comes to maintaining a healthy diet. There is often a negative association with the word diet. We think about tiny portions, bland food and crazy fads. And often diets are short term solutions. I know I don’t know anyone who has lost weight fast by going on a trendy diet and maintained it. So, let’s not talk about diet. Let’s talk about nutrition. Making sure you are getting the right balance in what you eat is hugely important in maintaining your health. Even those with a healthy weight can be at risk of chronic diseases and ill health because they are not getting the nutrients they need. It’s a journey, not a sprint and we need to view healthy eating as a lifestyle, not a short-term action. And that is why it can be so difficult to maintain a healthy diet while traveling, especially while at the airport. Because traveling is inherently short term. We are only going to be at the airport for a few hours, we are only going to be on this business trip for a few days… And we convince ourselves that it’s ok to break from our healthy routine for that short time. But when you are a frequent traveler all those times add up fast and you end up putting your health at risk.
We have put together a list of 15 healthy snacks that are perfect for traveling. We separated them into two lists, hydrating snacks and filling snacks. So whether you are worried about your water intake or how to stay full and avoid plane food on your next trip we’ve got an option for you!
Best snacks for staying hydrated.
Staying hydrated can be a real challenge while traveling. Liquids and air travel are not two things that go well together in my mind. Airports are starting to wake up to the need with more and more free refillable water stations appearing post-security, but we still have a long way to go. Here are the 8 best hydrating snacks to bring with you next time you fly.
1. Watermelon
Watermelons are one of the most refreshing fruits, they are 92% water! But they are also full of nutrients, you will get vitamin A, B6 and C with every juicy bite. And did you know you can eat the entire fruit, skin and all?
2. Bananas
Not the first fruit you think of when listing refreshing fruits but bananas are about 74% water. Bananas also have high levels of potassium which is great for a healthy heart and your blood pressure.
3. Radishes
One of the most water-rich vegetables, radishes are over 95% water! They are a great option for a healthy and hydrating snack because they contain a lot less sugar than the fruits on the list.
4. Strawberries
For those with a bit of a sweet tooth, strawberries are a great option. They contain 92% water and are a high source of vitamin C. Rich in antioxidants, strawberries are great for a healthy heart and controlling blood sugar levels.
5. Cucumbers
Cucumbers are closely related to watermelon and it’s no surprise when you think about how refreshing they are. Cucumbers are over 95% water, low in calories and high in nutrients and a great snack to travel with as they produce zero waste.
7. Tomatoes
Another great option for traveling as you can eat the skin and all, tomatoes are 94% water and a rich source of antioxidants and potassium. Cherry tomatoes are a travel favourite here at Sanctifly as they are snack size.
8. Cantaloupe
Rich in fibre, vitamin C and potassium, eating cantaloupe is extremely beneficial for your health. They are 90% water and are a great option for staying hydrated while traveling.
Best snacks for filling you up.
What’s one of the worst things about traveling? The time it takes up! Whether you’ve got a 6-hour layover, a 2-hour flight or even a 3-hour train ride, while on the road there can be a long time between healthy eating options. Especially when traveling late at night, fast food spots or pre-packaged, processed food options are all that are available. Here are the 8 best filling snacks to help you survive your next layover.
9. Almonds
Almonds are a high-fat food but don’t worry it’s all good fat! They are also a great source of fibre and protein which are great for helping you feel full. One of the best nuts for traveling as you don’t have to worry about disposing of any shells.
10. Peanut butter
Another nut-based food to help you stay full while traveling. High in potassium, fibre and protein, peanut butter has many health benefits. But be careful which brand you pick up. Some peanut butters are overly processed and contain added sugar.
11. Celery sticks with cream cheese
This delicious snacks solves two problems in one, stay hydrated from the celery and full from the cream cheese. Cream cheese is high in fat so it is important not to overindulge. A good tip is to use whipped cream cheese instead as it contains less fat and fewer calories.
12. Hummus and veggies
Another chance to solve two problems frequent travelers face, stay hydrated and full at the same time with this great snack. Hummus is a great filling snack and packed with vitamins and minerals that are vital for maintaining a healthy diet.
13. Overnight oats
Although this snack is a bit more work it is guaranteed to keep you full on any long haul flight. Mix oats, chia seeds, nut butter and a milk of your choice together in a jar and leave in the fridge overnight. Grab it before you head to the airport and you have a snack to keep you full and help you avoid awful airplane food.
14. Granola bars
A firm travel favourite here at Sanctifly because they are filling, nutritious and easy to pack. Same as peanut butter though, be careful what brand you pick up as some a heavily sweetened. You can also easily make your own granola bars at home!
15. Avocado / Guacamole
Not your average grab and go snack but a great one to help you stay full while traveling. Now eating an avocado with a spoon doesn’t sound overly appealing, at least not to me so I like to make guacamole instead. Pack some carrot and celery sticks to dip and you’ve got the perfect snack to keep you full.
16. Dark chocolate
A bit of an indulgence but something you need a treat right? Dark chocolate is a great way to starve though chocolate cravings and stay full for longer. Because it is so rich, you are less inclined to eat it in one go and instead can space it out for a long-lasting snack.
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