Fill the sunny months with adventures ☀️
May and it's bank holiday bonanza is just around the corner; how will you spend your time?
Hello friend,
So Germany’s third (or is it fourth?!) winter is upon us, and yes, I know, it’s tough (we had snow in Berlin this morning…). But, have you also noticed how beautifully green the trees are? That gorgeous, light, bright green that only young leaves have - without the winter, we wouldn’t get these rich shades that delight the eyes and the mind, without the depths of winter.
We were teased by the sun and now it feels like it’s not just the trees that are blooming, but all of us individually too; there’s a different energy on the streets, people are outside on terraces, and trains to the countryside are fuller.
What does that mean? It means it’s adventure season, the time for more trips away from the city, long hikes with friends, and more frequent mini-breaks to break up monotonous routines. Plus, May is the month with a million (or so it seems!) bank holiday days.
I have a few mini-escapes and microadventures planned, but I would challenge you to try and go on more than I do… do you accept?
Emily
Microadventure 101
Termed by Brit Alister Humphreys; what actually is a microadventure?
“Microadventures are short, perspective-shifting bursts of travel closer to home, inspiring followers to pitch a tent in nearby woods, explore their city by moonlight, or hold a family slumber party in the backyard."
“The appeal of microadventures is that they make adventure accessible.”
More information on Alistair’s website >
We love this concept of taking more conscious time to explore and make the most of the precious hours when we’re not working, and have committed to taking more ourselves this year.
German microadventure inspiration:
Go camping by a lake after work
Shut your eyes, point at a map, and go explore wherever you end up
Head into the countryside for a picnic with a blanket, a bottle of wine (or juice) and a lot of snacks
By not being a member, you’re missing access to these newly added, gorgeous spaces…
We add new finds to the collection monthly!
Dates for the diaries: May adventure days
Bank holidays are on the Wed 1, Thu 9 and Mon 20 May; these are the spaces with availability that we’ve recommended to members recently
“Thanks a lot, I really appreciate the recommendations. It certainly makes the membership worth it!” - Sean
If you want extra tips on where to stay, why not sign up for a Staycation Collection membership? Not only do you get access to handpicked, unique places to stay, but we also help members find places to stay that match their needs. So if you are in search of a space for the May bank holidays, sign up and let us know, and we’ll help you out!