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New York to Nicaragua: The Luxury Escape You Need
Tucked
along
the
country’s
stunning
Emerald
Coast,
Rancho
Santana
offers
a
luxury
retreat
unlike
any
other.
The Benefits of Blue Spaces
,
or
one
in
five
adults,
have
been
diagnosed
with
a
mental
health
condition,
yet
only
half
of
those
affected
receive
treatment.
Mental
well-being
is
an
integral
part
of
overall
wellness
that
is
often
ignored.
Mental
health
travel
is
becoming
more
popular
and
accessible
for
those
looking
to
take
control
of
their
well-being.
Blue
spaces
or
places
near
water
have
been
found
to
positively
affect
mental
health
and
well-being.
Research
has
shown
that
the
proximity
of
water—whether
an
oceanfront
or
lakefront
view
or
simply
taking
a
stroll
along
the
beach—can
reduce
stress
levels
and
promote
feelings
of
relaxation.
This
type
of
therapy
has
become
known
as
blue
space
therapy.
We
will
explore
how
blue
spaces
can
improve
your
mental
health
and
why
you
should
consider
staying
oceanfront
at
Rancho
Santana
to
maximize
its
benefits.
Why Do Blue Spaces Matter To Well-Being?
Suppose
you
are
curious
as
to
why
you
feel
connected
to
water.
Well,
research
has
explored
the
connection
between
blue
spaces
and
mental
health
.
Our
ancestors
spent
much
of
their
time
outdoors—often
near
water—so
it
is
no
surprise
that
humans
are
naturally
drawn
to
aquatic
environments.
have
found
that
spending
time
in
natural
settings
can
help
reduce
stress
and
improve
overall
well-being.
Green
spaces
such
as
forests
and
parks
provide
a
calming
atmosphere,
while
blue
spaces
(places
near
or
along
the
water)
also
offer
unique
benefits.
Proximity
to
the
ocean
provides
a
unique
sense
of
serenity
that
can
be
difficult
to
describe.
People
report
feeling
energized
and
relaxed
after
looking
at
or
playing
in
the
sea
or
other
bodies
of
water.
What Are the Health Benefits of Blue Spaces?
The
positive
effects
of
blue
spaces
on
mental
health
include
improved
mood,
feelings
of
relaxation,
reduced
stress
and
anxiety
levels,
and
increased
creativity.
Seascapes
and
the
sound
of
waves
crashing
against
the
shoreline
have
been
linked
to
these
impacts.
Further,
studies
found
that
living
near
an
ocean
improves
physical
health
by
providing
fresh
air
high
in
natural
negative
ions
(calming
particles).
Negative
ions
are
thought
to
balance
out
temporarily
unbalanced
electric
charges
in
our
bodies
that
lead
to
fatigue
and
other
symptoms.
Finally,
spending
time
in
or
near
blue
waters
is
known
to
provide
psychological
benefits
as
well.
Connecting
with
nature
offers
a
sense
of
calm,
helps
us
to
feel
more
present
and
mindful,
and
even
increases
feelings
of
self-worth.
At
Rancho
Santana,
you
can
experience
the
full
benefits
of
blue
spaces.
Whether
you
are
looking
to
paddle
the
Pacific
,
set
sail
for
fishing
,
or
surf
in
Nicaragua
,
the
resort
offers
a
variety
of
activities
to
get
you
connected
with
nature
and
reap
the
benefits
of
blue
space
therapy.
Water’s Psychologically Restorative Effects
Are
you
wondering,
“what
are
the
positive
impacts
of
living
near
an
ocean?”
Water
has
a
calming
effect
that
can
be
both
physical
and
psychological.
Physically,
the
benefits
of
ocean
water
work
to
relax
the
body
by
creating
a
sense
of
openness,
allowing
us
to
feel
lighter
and
unrestrained.
Psychologically,
being
proximate
to
water
helps
to
restore
our
mental
energy
as
we
become
immersed
in
its
tranquil
sounds
and
sights.
Studies
have
found
that
coastal
living
can
bring
improved
sleep
patterns
and
enhanced
cognitive
functioning
from
simply
experiencing
the
beauty
of
nature
in
an
oceanfront
setting.
Green and Blue Spaces – Multi-Exposure for Mental Health
Studies
have
found
that
combining
green
and
blue
spaces
can
significantly
impact
mental
health
more
than
alone.
Green
spaces
provide
psychological
benefits
such
as:
Increased Feelings of Safety
You
will
feel
safer
surrounded
by
nature,
as
it
acts
as
a
buffer
against
the
hustle
and
bustle
of
everyday
life.
Enhanced Creativity
If
you
are
looking
to
stimulate
your
creative
juices,
green
spaces
can
help
do
that.
Natural
environments
increase
creativity
because
they
allow
us
to
switch
off
and
tune
into
our
thoughts
and
feelings.
Relief From Stress
Surrounding
yourself
with
nature
can
help
reduce
stress
levels,
allowing
us
to
feel
more
relaxed
and
present.
Green
spaces
are
particularly
calming
after
periods
of
high
stress.
Well-Being
We
take
time
to
appreciate
the
beauty
of
nature.
Green
spaces
can
create
positive
experiences,
improving
our
overall
well-being.
Improved Self-Esteem
Studies
have
also
found
that
spending
time
in
green
spaces
can
increase
self-esteem
and
contentment.
Blue
spaces
offer
similar
benefits
but
with
the
added
advantage
of
access
to
natural
negative
ions,
which
reduce
fatigue
and
improve
energy
levels.
When
both
blue
and
green
spaces
are
present
simultaneously,
it
is
referred
to
as
“multi-exposure”
–
an
approach
where
exposure
to
both
elements
has
been
linked
with
improved
emotional
regulation,
stress
reduction,
more
positive
moods,
and
higher
satisfaction
levels.
Multi-exposure
in
nature
is
considered
beneficial
for
cognitive
functioning
and
creativity.
Rancho
Santana
is
the
perfect
destination
for
oceanfront
wellness,
with
activities
such
as
scouting
monkeys
in
the
forest
,
Nicaragua
hiking
trails
and
biking
the
Emerald
coast
.
It
offers
a
unique
opportunity
to
connect
with
nature
and
reap
the
full
benefits
of
green
and
blue
spaces.
Blue Spaces at Rancho Santana
Rancho
Santana
is
a
luxury
oceanfront
resort
in
Nicaragua,
offering
the
perfect
destination
for
wellness
travel.
Green
and
blue
spaces
are
proven
to
provide
mental
health
benefits
,
so
it
is
no
surprise
that
Rancho
Santana
offers
a
unique
combination
of
both
for
its
visitors.
at
the
resort
include
lush
surroundings,
nature
trails,
and
bike
paths,
while
blue
spaces
deliver
access
to
the
Pacific
Ocean
with
activities
such
as
paddle
boarding
and
fishing.
The
combination
of
green
and
blue
spaces
creates
an
ideal
environment
to
experience
multi-exposure
and
reap
all
associated
mental
health
benefits;
improved
sleep
patterns,
enhanced
cognitive
functioning,
stress
reduction,
and
positive
moods.
Visit
Rancho
Santana
to
discover
just
how
much
these
blue
and
green
spaces
offer.