I just watched a funny Swedish tourism video that made me smile…
They say, “Sweden is the first country in the world prescribed by doctors.”
Research has shown that cold plunging, saunas, time in nature, and cultural activities like visiting museums can lower your stress levels.
Turns out, Northern Wisconsin has a lot of these options too.
In fact, many of the folks in Northern Wisconsin and the UP of Michigan happen to be transplants from Sweden or Finland so maybe I can prescribe you a trip to come see me!
And to fulfill the cultural activities requirement, we have some quirky museums: a random car collection museum, a mustard museum outside of Madison, the world circus museum in Baraboo, and if that’s not intriguing enough, there’s a lumberjack lifestyle museum just a short 20-minute drive from my office in Crandon, Wisconsin.
We also have the Ice Age Trail, which spans 1,200 miles across the state where you can walk in the footsteps of woolly mammoths, explore glacially carved river rock trails, and discover stunning waterfalls.
If you’ve never been to the Northwoods of Wisconsin or the UP of Michigan, it’s worth a trip. August through early October are the best times to visit.
Want a tour guide? Hit me up!
Now, I know Wisconsin isn’t on anyone’s bucket list for an epic vacation but what I can tell you is that I’ve always loved the idea of prescribing vacations for my patients.
And until recently, it remained a dream.
A month ago, I started taking classes to become a Fora Travel Advisor… yes, an online travel agent of sorts.
My goal? To prescribe travel as a way to foster health transformation.
Over the years, I’ve seen many people with the desire to take a relaxing, healthy vacation only to come back needing a vacation from their vacation. So many things to see and do, and so little time to just be or process through a particular emotion.
Sound familiar?
In my teens and early 20s, I traveled the world quite a bit, much of it solo and even lived in Mexico for a year. I learned there is nothing like immersing yourself in a new culture to transform your state of being.
So I ask you: is there something inside of you calling out asking you to finally take that vacation you’ve always wanted?
Maybe you dream of escaping but don’t have the time to research the perfect place to rejuvenate.
Introducing my newest offering: Travel & Transform.
A concierge travel service that connects you with the wellness trip you’ve been dreaming of, whether that’s a weekend alone to recharge without distractions, a week with family where you don’t have to plan a thing, or a retreat that gives you the tools to address a specific health concern.
I’ve been collecting experiences from colleagues and travel itineraries for over a decade, and I now have a network of connections to link you with the right resources and exclusive VIP travel perks to create the life-changing trip you’ve been craving.
Looking into a trip curated by me doesn’t cost you a thing. I receive commissions from the companies I book through, and being a Fora Travel Advisor allows me to offer you VIP perks you simply can’t get by booking direct or through online sources like Expedia.
Hotels, cruises, and retreat locations build commission into their pricing and that commission goes unused when you book direct. Having someone book for you means you have a concierge if anything goes wrong, and someone in your corner making sure you receive every VIP perk possible.
I also have insider access to tips and recommendations at locations around the world through the international Fora Network of travel advisors.
If you haven’t booked a summer or fall trip yet or you’re already thinking about next winter or spring, I now can help.
Never come back from a vacation exhausted and in need of a detox again!
**Don’t worry, I’m not stepping out of my health consulting and coaching business, I’m expanding it to offer something I’ve wanted to do for a very long time!**
Hit reply and let me know what kind of trip you’ve been dreaming about,
Dr. J
PS: Tonight I’m hosting my workshop: Not Just in Your Head: The Emotions-Aging Connection – click HERE to register and get a replay if you can’t make it live!
