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How Does Travel Insurance Work in a Covid World?

How does travel insurance work? What does it (and doesn't it) cover? And do I really need it? We've compiled your questions and simplified the answers to help de-mystify travel insurance!
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February 22, 2022
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Do-Anywhere Bodyweight Workout

Designed by Coach Amanda Butler, this bodyweight routine can fit easily into your schedule in as little as 10 minutes! Whether you are back in the gym or prefer sweating from home, you can use these total-body movements to get a great workout!
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January 7, 2022
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How To Incorporate Fitness On Your Next Trip

While exercise may not be top of mind when planning your vacation, there are plenty of ways to stay active and stick to a healthy routine without it feeling like a chore.
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August 24, 2021
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5 Ways Travel Can Improve Your Mental Health

As if you needed another reason to travel, here are five mental health benefits to keep in mind.
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August 10, 2021
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5 Ways To Boost Energy This Fall

With autumn underway and winter around the corner, how do we boost our energy—especially during a pandemic!? Here are my five favorite ways!
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October 27, 2020
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Pumpkin Core Workout

It's pumpkin season and you know what that means... pies, spiced lattes and workouts—yes, workouts! Try these three core moves that you can do with your Halloween pumpkin.
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October 14, 2020
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Our Four Favorite Fall Recipes

When the temperature begins to drop and the leaves start to change, in comes an appetite for hearty and crisp snacks! Check out our current favorite recipes that are simple to make and seasonally satisfying!
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October 7, 2020
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Workout Wednesday: 2 Moves To A Strong Lower Body

Who said you have to exercise for 60 minutes to have an effective workout? For those days when you need something quick and efficient, you can definitely maximize your movement with the right exercises. Check out this 2-move workout that combines stability, balance and strength!
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September 9, 2020
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The Perfect Warmup When You Don't Feel Like Warming Up

We know how important warmups are to prevent injuries, to increase range of motion and to prevent soreness. But how come most of us don't do them?! Coach Kate gives us the 'why' on warmups as well as an easy and effective one you can do before your workout.
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September 8, 2020
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5 Positive Takeaways From Quarantine

It's easy to feel down during the challenging times we are facing. When I couldn't do my job, I felt unproductive and didn't know what to do with myself. But with a few little changes and trying new things, I was able to find some positive takeaways that will last beyond the pandemic.
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August 19, 2020
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4-Move At-Home Strength Workout

Bored of your at-home workouts and limited workout equipment? Join Coach Sarah in a four-move workout using just paper towels (or socks, or a regular towel). Fun, quick and to the point, this workout will make you feel accomplished (and probably a bit sore!).
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August 11, 2020
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Get to Know Ketanga Coach Beth Roberts

More than a fitness instructor and studio owner, Beth Roberts is also a nutrition and lifestyle coach with over 20 years of experience... and has been creating boot camp classes since she was 5! With a passion for wellness, Beth keeps workouts fun with an endless variety of exercises and classes - which makes her one of the most popular Ketanga Fitness Retreats coaches!
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July 31, 2020
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Stay As Healthy As Possible While Traveling

When it comes to traveling, especially in today's world, fear of getting sick is very real. Even before COVID, there were lots of health issues that could arise while on the road. Read on for tips to stay as healthy as possible while traveling.
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July 6, 2020
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What To Do July 4th Weekend During Covid

Life is different now, and that's just a fact. But how do we maintain some normalcy and have FUN when special occasions come around? Here's a list of some fun things you can do this holiday weekend if you are staying home.
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July 3, 2020
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QuaranTUNES Playlist 

In an effort to lighten your mood during this extremely challenging time, and to remind you that these varying feelings is totally normal, we created this playlist, showcasing the phases of life in quarantine, told through song.
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April 16, 2020
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Best Travel Movies For Wanderlust Sufferers

When your travel plans consist of visiting the kitchen or bedroom, it can be hard to think of packing our bags for vacation. We know this will pass, but we don't know when. So as our passports wait patiently, and our suitcases sit empty, here's a list of the best travel movies to satisfy your wanderlust!
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April 15, 2020
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Stacy's End-Of-Week Frittata Recipe

I don't know about you, but at the end of the week I have a variety of leftovers that just never made it onto the table. How do you re-purpose the remaining steamed broccoli or use the little bit of spinach left that isn't enough for a salad? Enter: my end-of-week frittata! Click fo the healthy, easy, resourceful, and tasty recipe!
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April 9, 2020
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De-Mystifying The Phase SiX Revolution

More than a workout, more than a mindset, Phase SiX is a total mind and body 'revolution'. It sounds inspiring, but what the heck does that actually mean? We sat down with one of the founders to get to the bottom of what Phase SiX is all about, and why it's something to consider if you're looking to thrive physically as well as mentally. Read on for the inside scoop and to learn more about what to expect on the Retreat in Costa Rica, November 11-15, 2021!
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February 18, 2020
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The Ultimate Workout To Prep For Ski Season

For those who embrace the winter cold and love to hit the slopes, having a strong foundation and core is key. These simple Pilates-based moves and stretches, when practiced leading up to your ski trip, can help you build up core strength and improve your balance, control and mobility on and off the slopes. 
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February 3, 2020
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Save Money Without Changing How You Spend

Freedom = being able to travel more and travel well! But the Jetsetter life can be expensive, and the thought of putting down a chunk of change for a trip can be overwhelming. But here are five EASY ways to save for a travel fund without changing your current spending habits!! ​
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January 28, 2020
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34 Travel Tips For My 34th Birthday

Today I turn 34, and I'm reflecting on the travels I've had that inspired me to launch Ketanga as well as the travels I have had since starting the company. I've certainly had travel blunders and embarrassing moments over the years, but I have also learned some helpful tips that I thought I'd share with you
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January 24, 2020
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6 Tips to Stick to Fitness Goals in 2020

It happens year after year. We set healthy resolutions with the greatest intentions to be more active, lose pesky weight, go to the gym, etc. But somehow it seems to fade out. This year, with a little help from the Ketanga Coaches, we want to help you bring those goals to life...
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January 7, 2020
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The Cross-Training Combo to Try in 2020

You've found a gym you like, you've picked up some nice new athleisure and your motivation is through the roof. Now, how do you make sure you maximize your fitness for results, challenge and injury prevention? 
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January 1, 2020
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De-Mystifying the Chakras

Chakras and koshas, and gunas, oh my! When Cathy Trenary, a yoga, Pilates and meditation instructor, reached out to Ketanga about planning another retreat, she mentioned an idea to incorporate the chakras into the daily practice. But what's that?!
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October 10, 2019
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Coach Britney's Summer Yoga Playlist

Perfect for summer flows, this playlist is the perfect balance between chill melodies and bumping beats. It's meant to begin your flow nice and calm and eventually add in some audio encouragement for more challenging moves!
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August 1, 2019
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Coach Sarah's Ultimate Summer Sweat Playlist

When it comes to training and coaching classes it is all about the music to help motivate myself and my athletes. Whether it is on a Ketanga Fitness Retreat or teaching at Solace New York, I want to take people on a journey...
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July 26, 2019
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Inspired by Ketanga: Meet Amanda

"Going on a Ketanga retreat was the eye opener that encouraged me to take the leap of faith and follow my passion in the health and wellness industry!" - Amanda
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May 14, 2019
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Inspired by Ketanga: Meet Zach

"In the last two years, I have moved away from a place I lived for 8 years, quit my steady salaried job and started a healthy meal prepping business. I truly do not think I would have reached this point without the time away from my daily life and connections I made on my two Ketanga retreats." - Zach
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March 6, 2019
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Canna-what? Yoga + weed + travel... oh my!

If you practice yoga and/or meditation regularly, you may be familiar with how it can help you experience a deeper connection to both your mind and your body. A similar connection can happen when you use cannabis regularly. When combined, a yoga + cannabis practice can take your experience to another level, and we are excited to explore this on a retreat - learn why!
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February 20, 2019
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Get to know: Ketanga Coach Rich Manaro

Do you ever sit back and feel like your life is on repeat and that you seem to have lost yourself in the hustle and bustle of that thing called life? After realizing this for himself, Rich Manaro, a long-time gym owner and personal trainer in San Francisco decided to make changes in his own life to reconnect to himself as an individual versus just an entrepreneur, trainer or other label.
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January 12, 2019
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Health(ier) Thanksgiving Pies

Is there anything that screams “Thanksgiving” season more than stuffing yourself to the brim with delicious, flavorful food? At Ketanga, we’re all about the perfect balance of treating yourself while keeping wellness in mind, and so we love coming up with creative swaps to make our meals more health-friendly. 
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November 7, 2018
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Travel-themed Halloween Costumes

Halloween presents the amazing opportunity to dress up as someone (or something!) other than what we really are for a night and to let our creativity shine. But with so many options, how is one person supposed to choose?! If you’re feeling a little stuck on what you’d like to be this year, let our Ketanga wanderlust inspire you...
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October 10, 2018
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Top 5 Fun Fall Workouts

The air is as crisp as the multi-colored leaves on the ground, and cider becomes the new go-to hydration choice for the season. ​There are endless opportunities to (pumpkin)spice things up in our workouts this season, and we picked our top favorites to share with you! 
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September 25, 2018
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Creating an Adventure Travel Bucket List

Whether it’s jumping out of a moving helicopter, swimming with dolphins, or hiking up dozens of challenging peaks, everyone has their own list of things they want to experience. Creating a bucket list is one way to make travel plans easier, and writing down the activities you want to do and sights you want to see can help you map out your itinerary!
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September 12, 2018
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Get to know: Ketanga Coach Alyssa Gagarin

Coach Alyssa Gagarin puts the spice into her own life as well as the lives of her clients'! A private chef, certified personal trainer & fitness instructor in NYC, Alyssa is passionate about spreading the empowering feeling of living an active, healthy lifestyle! Learn more about the host of our second annual Fitness, Food & Fun retreat (week 3 of Camp Ketanga!).
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September 10, 2018
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Get to know: Ketanga Coach Britney Byfield

Britney Byfield is a powerhouse who loves keeping busy! With her passions for fitness, health and anatomy, Britney has found a home in NYC to test her strengths in a fast-paced environment. Meet the yogi behind #BendItLikeByfield and the Coach of Camp Ketanga's Yoga & Adventure retreat!
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September 3, 2018
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Get to know: Ketanga Coach Jess Glazer

Coach Jess Glazer is many things: a personal trainer, group fitness instructor, gymnast, fitness competitor, eating disorder survivor, self-love junkie, motivator, plant-based chef, and founder of “FITtrips”. While it's impossible to put just one label on her, we can definitely tell that she is a boss! Meet the Coach of week 2 of Camp Ketanga 2019!
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August 27, 2018
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Get to know: Ketanga Coach Sarah Gawron

There is no doubt that Coach Sarah Gawron is passionate about health and fitness. Her dedication to a wellness-based lifestyle is rooted in her belief that in order to achieve one's optimal wellness, an individual needs to nurture their mind and spirit, too. Get to know the Coach of our first 55+ retreat as well as the first retreat of Camp Ketanga 2019!
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August 20, 2018
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Get to know: Ketanga Coach Rebecca Weible

Incredibly experienced in the practice of yoga, Coach Rebecca Weible is not only the owner and director of YoYoga in midtown, but she is also a three-time Ketanga Coach! Get to know her welcoming and fun approach to yoga and why she is a blast to spend time with - on and off the mat!
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August 13 2018
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Ketanga Kollection: Top 5 in the North Fork

Ahhh, the North Fork! When crowds of New Yorkers head to the Hamptons for weekend getaways, we love to visit a different part of Long Island. The North Fork, known for its vineyards, farms and family-run businesses, is a must-visit for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the city.
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August 7, 2018
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Ketanga Kollection: Top 5 in Austin

Known by US News as America’s #1 place to live for the 2nd consecutive year in a row, Austin boasts an incredible amount to do, see, eat and drink that you don’t want to miss! With its toasty temperatures and sunshine-filled days, Austin provides an ideal atmosphere to get out and about...
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July 30, 2018
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Get to know: Ketanga Coach Nikki Campbell

When it comes to boxing, Coach Nikki Campbell is our go-to for fitness and fun! Not only does she walk the walk, she talks the talk by taking part in local fight nights. Get to know the woman behind the gloves... and these upcoming retreats...
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July 24, 2018
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HIIT Play vol. 2: Your Summer Workout Playlist

We're back with more tunes for your next workout! This time we asked our fit friend Brit Phelps (@fitwith_brit) to select her favorite songs to sweat to. Here are ten of the best from Zedd, Martin Garrix, Flo Rida and Demi Lovato to name a few!
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July 12, 2018
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5 Fitness Retreat Myths Debunked

Thinking about booking a retreat, but not sure what to expect? We're setting the record straight about five common fitness retreat misconceptions! Read on to hear from two-time Ketanga Fitness Retreat alum, Amy Furman, what really happens - and doesn't happen - on these 'mysterious' getaways and what you can expect when you join in!
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April 25, 2018
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5 Unique Outdoor Workouts

After many months of cold weather and hours spent inside, you're probably looking forward to some fresh air and sunshine. Maximize your time outside with these 5 one-of-a-kind workouts!
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April 27, 2018
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Workouts & Wine: 3 Weekend Retreats

This summer, we're heading to North Fork, New York for four retreats over three weekends! Escape the heat of the city for a few days during July and August. Join us for Pilates, yoga or boxing... with a splash of wine!
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April 16, 2018
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5 Healthy (& Inexpensive) Friend Dates

Hanging out with friends tends to revolve around two things: food and drink (and often in excess). Finding healthy ways to spend time with your buds can be a challenge, so we've come up with four ideas to 'healthify' some activities you may already be doing!
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April 6, 2018
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How to Spring Clean Like a Boss

The weather's getting warmer, the days are getting longer and it's time to feel lighter. We want to help you reach your summer wellness goals by simplifying your closet, your kitchen and your commitments. Less excess, more progress! ​
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April 3, 2018
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Great Reasons to Travel Solo

Solo travel is an experience everyone should have at least once. It's part-scary, part-empowering and all-exciting. Thinking about hitting the road by yourself? We couldn't be more supportive, and here are five reasons why!
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March 19, 2018
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A Day in the Life on the Boxing & the Beach Retreat

Hear from an actual retreat guest! "I wear my emotions on my sleeve and the workouts on that trip gave me all the feels. I felt confident, I felt strong, and I was looking at the gorgeous sunset over Tamarindo beach..."
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March 16, 2018
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Quick, easy, healthy recipes: Costa Rican Gallo Pinto

One of the most traditional dishes of Costa Rica is gallo pinto, their take on the rice and beans classic. Fun fact: gallo pinto is most often served for breakfast! Rice, beans, eggs, and coffee? Yes please!
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March 14 2018
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Quick, easy, healthy recipes: Costa Rican Ceviche

Ceviche! One of the most popular and refreshing dishes in Costa Rica - and much of Central/South America. It's the kind of thing that looks and tastes complex, but is actually incredibly simple to prepare. (Date night win!)
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March 9, 2018

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