The best spots to kick off your New Year’s resolutions
If you can believe it, 2026 is here. Take a moment to wrap your head around that.
Now that you’re back and focused…2026 brings with it a chance to reset and make new resolutions you’ll actually want to maintain. To help you keep up, these destinations and resorts will transform your good intentions – whether that’s spending more time with the fam, committing to an exercise regime or making new memories – into lasting experiences.
If your resolution is to lead a healthier lifestyle
From exercising more to reducing your fast-food intake, developing a healthier lifestyle consistently remains one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions. When you’re stuck at home in Canada in the winter, where the weather is gloomy and it gets dark so early, you’re probably going to feel less motivated to schlep to the gym when you could order takeout and veg at home. You’ll feel a lot more motivated to keep up with your routine at Riu Ocho Rios in Jamaica. This popular resort offers a fully-equipped fitness centre with weight training equipment, cardio machines and more, plus plenty of RiuFit activities like yoga, an aqua gym, beach volleyball and paddle surfing.
If your resolution is to spend quality time with loved ones
Lots of people want to spend more time with friends and family, whether they’ve seen them once over the past year, or every weekend. What better way to catch up than by making new memories together on vacation? Reconnecting and enjoying quality time together is easy at Grand Memories Varadero in Cuba, which offers something for all ages and interests. You can look forward to a pristine beach, water sports, fun-filled entertainment, an action-packed kids club and a sprawling pool with a waterfall that even kids will be entranced by.
If your resolution is to disconnect more from technology
We’re all guilty of being glued to our phones, tablets and laptops; if you want to try and disconnect from your devices, Palmaia the House of Aia is a great place to do it. The Riviera Maya enclaves is focused on wellness and offers holistic experiences, including personal growth programs offered by the resort’s in-house Shaman. You’ll forget all about Instagram or TikTok as you wake up each morning to ocean views from your suite’s balcony, participate in a yoga class and indulge in gourmet plant-based cuisine. If you can’t resist boasting about your Insta-worthy view, there’s free Wi-Fi available across the resort.
If your resolution is to have new experiences
Want to be more adventurous in 2026? Check everything off your bucket list and then some in the exotic destination of Costa Rica, whether you want to zipline above the treetops, explore lush rainforests or go white-water rafting. Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All Inclusive Resort is the ideal home base for your adventurous getaway, offering a range of curated experiences that will help you make the most of your time away. When you’re not out embarking on exciting adventures, there’s plenty to do on-site as well, with authentic Hollywood memorabilia around the resort, entertainment-themed activities and a VIP-worthy spa ($) for some well-deserved R&R after your experience.
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