Tourism
New Zealand launched a Spotify channel, a second ever from a tourism
board on September 1, 2020.
The album is called ‘Mindful Journeys’ and
features four
meditative audio tracks (two with narration and two without). While
international visitors cannot visit New Zealand right now, the album has
been carefully designed to transport listeners virtually to New
Zealand, helping them arrive at a place of tranquillity,
disconnect from their stresses, and calm their minds through these
meditative sounds.
Through
the soundscapes, listeners will journey through the North and South
Islands of the country, experiencing the tunes unique to New Zealand
including
native birds, bubbling geothermal mud pools and the gentle sound of the
breeze moving through the forest. With plenty more unique, relaxing and
natural sounds to tap into in New Zealand, additional tracks will be
release by the tourism board in the future.
Stream now on Spotify:
North Island - Far North to Rotorua
Begin
your journey on the iconic beaches of the upper North Island, listening
to the gentle sounds of surf and seabirds. With the breeze move into
our forests, hearing the native birds and insects as well as the soft
noises of the forest floor. Travelling through
the earthy sounds of the bush, emerge in the geothermal area of
Rotorua. Steaming water, bubbling mud pools and the distinctive rush of
the natural geysers can be heard.
South Island - Marlborough Sounds to the Canterbury Plains
Start off in the
gentle lapping waters of the Marlborough sounds, then head down the
rugged beaches of New Zealand’s West Coast. Stop off at the Punakaiki
Rocks, with their
distinctive sounding blow holes. Move inland, briefly travelling
through the foothills, up into the Southern Alps where we are in
mountainous air, wind whips and distant keas call.
Then head down the
other side via one of the many rivers that is fed by the
mountain range. End up in the peace of a Central Otago valley, with
regional birds and insects keeping things rich and textured.
Where to stay for a mindful experience in New Zealand:
- Split Apple Retreat: An ultra-luxury wellness retreat on the edge of Abel Tasman National Park with expansive views out to sea. Each suite is designed to give a feeling of restful calm, and the menu is designed to positively impact health and wellness from the inside.
- Aro Hā Wellness Retreat: Aro Hā is a purpose-built wellness retreat, a first in New Zealand, designed to refresh, rejuvenate and reignite from its spectacular alpine location. Combining nutrition, exercise, adventure, alternative health and self-development and some of the most jaw dropping scenery New Zealand has to offer to transform and re-center.
- Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses: Nestled 30 feet in the air in one of the most beautiful parts of New Zealand, these tree houses sit amongst native Kanuka Grove and underneath the majestic Kaikoura mountains. With wild deer, an olive grove and a vineyard, this 5-star eco-retreat offers fresh, organic local produce and mountain or ocean views from every window.
- Resurgence Luxury Eco Lodge: Set amongst 50 acres of tranquil wilderness alive with birdsong in the Nelson region, Resurgence eco-lodge offers kayaking, hiking, cycling as well as art and wine trails. Farm to table dining enjoyed immersed in your bush suite, or a range of therapeutic treatments available for ultimate absorption in relaxation.
- The Landing: A unique heritage and conservation property, The Landing is a thousand acres of beaches, vines, rolling hills and wildlife sanctuaries. A sacred coastal setting in the far north, the beauty of the land is celebrated through the variety of experiences on offer; from paddle boarding to wine tasting and garden to plate dining.
The
sound of nature is proven to help us relax; physically changing our
mind and bodily systems. Playing ‘natural sounds’ affects the systems
that control
our flight or fright nervous system with associated effects in the
resting activity of the brain. It provides scientific research between
naturalistic sounds and ‘green’ environments and promoting relaxation
and wellbeing, confirming the idea that we feel
relaxed and switched off after a walk in the countryside.
As
little as 10 minutes a day of mindfulness practice can produce tangible
benefits for professionals across a company, according to research;
with an
increase in their ability to focus, regulate emotions, empathize and
adapt to changing circumstances. They become better able to collaborate
with others, more resilient and able to handle complex and uncertain
conditions at work.
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