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W<\/span>e recently released the results of our 18<\/span>th<\/span>\u00a0annual\u00a0<\/span>Vacation Deprivation<\/span><\/a>\u00a0study, which showed that people struggle to use vacation time and disconnect.<\/span>\u00a0In fact, around a quarter of American workers admit to checking their work email\/voicemail at least once a day while on vacation.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

To help workers truly unplug, we identified 10 destinations\/hotels\u00a0<\/span>where visitors are essentially\u00a0<\/span>forced <\/em>to\u00a0<\/span>leave work and life behind<\/span>\u00a0(no\u00a0<\/span>WiFi<\/span>,\u00a0<\/span>\u2018digital detox’ concierges, <\/span>etc<\/span>). The winter months are a great time to visit\u00a0<\/span>any and all<\/span>\u00a0of these destinations, so now\u2019s the perfect time to start planning a trip.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

CasaSandra\u00a0Boutique Hotel,\u00a0Holbox\u00a0Island, Mexico<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Casa Sandra Boutique Hotel, Mexico<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Don\u2019t join the tourists at Cancun, instead head two hours northwest to Isla\u00a0<\/span>Holbox<\/span>\u00a0and prepare to be transported straight to paradise. With no TV\u2019s, phones, alarm clocks, and very limited\u00a0<\/span>WiFi<\/span>, at\u00a0<\/span>CasaSandra<\/span><\/a>\u00a0you\u2019re free to focus on the beautiful white beaches, exotic animals, daily yoga and delicious local food.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Maya Tulum Resort, Tulum, Mexico<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Maya Tulum Resort, Mexico<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Ditch your electronics and slow down at the largest stretch of beach in Tulum. At the\u00a0<\/span>Maya Tulum Resort<\/span><\/a>, you can explore Mexico\u2019s Riviera\u2019s crystal-clear water and restore your body with their healing Spa treatments.\u202f\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If you must post pictures of your stay here, you can book a cabana that has\u00a0<\/span>WiFi<\/span>. But we highly recommend you put your phone away to fully immerse yourself in all the experiences that this resort has to offer.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Nayara\u00a0Springs, San Carlos, Costa Rica<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Nayara Springs, Costa Rica<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Tucked away in the lush rainforest of Costa Rica is\u00a0<\/span>Nayara<\/span>\u00a0Springs<\/span><\/a>, a luxury hotel that offers a three-day digital detox package. This adult only hotel asks you to hand over your devices but provides you with your own private pool, daily yoga\/meditation classes, and massages. The seclusion and beauty of this location is therapeutic, that\u2019s even without the daily classes. Trust us, you won\u2019t be missing technology.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Grand\u00a0Velas\u00a0Resort, Riviera Maya, Mexico<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Grand Velas Resort, Mexico<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you want to withdraw from technology but don\u2019t have the willpower to abstain, then the\u00a0<\/span>Grand\u00a0<\/span>Velas<\/span>\u00a0Resort\u2019s<\/span><\/a>\u00a0Digital Detox is the program for you. A \u2018Detox Concierge\u2019 collects your electronics when you check in, gives you a t-shirt that reads \u201cWe are digital detoxing\u201d, and a bracelet that allows you free access to hotel activities like biking, snorkeling, and massages. Swapping your cell phone for massages and the Caribbean Sea sounds like a good trade to us.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

UXUA Casa Hotel & Spa,\u00a0Trancoso, Brazil<\/a><\/h2>\n
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UXUA Casa Hotel & Spa, Brazil<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Just a 45-minute ride through the jungle from Porto Seguro will land you in tropical paradise.\u00a0<\/span>UXUA<\/span><\/a>\u00a0is a small beachside resort comprised of 11 casas filled with beautiful local art. You\u2019ll be so enthralled by the lush garden, beautiful white sand beaches, and swimming pools full of healing crystals that you will have forgotten all about your phone.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Casa\u00a0Palopo\u0301, San Antonio\u00a0Palopo\u0301, Guatemala<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Casa Palopa, Guatemala<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Unwind from the daily grind in the Guatemalan highlands at\u00a0<\/span>Casa\u00a0<\/span>Palopo<\/span><\/a>. Give your eyes a break from staring at a screen and enjoy the views of Lake Atitlan located directly below the hotel and three volcanos on the skyline. You will be so busy taking cultural tours, exploring Lake Atitlan, and relaxing in the infinity edge pool that you won\u2019t even feel the need to check your devices.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Travaasa\u00a0Hana, Hana, Maui<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Travaasa Hana, Hawaii<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Right at the end of the Maui\u2019s famous Road to Hana, the sprawling\u00a0<\/span>Travaasa<\/span>\u00a0Hana<\/span><\/a>\u00a0resort is the epitome of laid back luxury. While you won\u2019t find TV\u2019s in the rooms here, you will find a private lanai (a Hawaiian term for an enclosed balcony) with views of the Pacific Ocean that will take your breath away.\u00a0<\/span>WiFi<\/span>\u00a0is available but be brave and swap it out for everything from fishing, yoga and horseback riding to paddle-boarding, coastal walks and\u00a0<\/span>aquarobics<\/span>. Seniors in the local community are invited to join any hotel activities free of charge, giving travelers the chance to learn all the secret beaches, food trucks and walking trails from the experts.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Emerald Lake Lodge, Field, Canada BC<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Emerald Lake Lodge, Canada<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you\u2019re looking to get back to nature,\u00a0<\/span>Emerald Lake Lodge<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/b>is the place to go. Tucked away in the middle of Yoho National Park without cell reception, you can fully immerse yourself in hiking, mountain biking, fishing and skiing in the winter<\/span>. The scenery here will leave you feeling rejuvenated, and you won\u2019t miss your digital life one bit.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Bird Island Lodge, Seychelles<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Bird Island, Seychelles<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Perfect for couples or anyone looking to relax in paradise,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>Bird Island Lodge<\/span><\/a>\u00a0encourages visitors to focus on the beauty of its natural surroundings by eliminating modern day distractions such as TVs and phones. With miles of sandy white beaches and only 24 private beach bungalows, your days will be blissfully filled with snorkeling, birdwatching and pure\u00a0<\/span>zen<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Wolgan Valley Resort and Spa, Wolgan Valley, New South Wales, Australia<\/a><\/h2>\n
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Wolgan Valley Resort, Australia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Nestled between two National Parks within the World Heritage-listed Greater Blue Mountains,\u00a0<\/span>Wolgan Valley Resort<\/span>\u00a0is an ideal escape from reality. Due to the remote location, there is no cell reception, allowing you to fully connect to the nature that surrounds you. With activities like horseback riding, archery, and mountain biking you won\u2019t even have time to look at your phones.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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