Be honest. Have you ever come back from a vacation feeling like you need… another vacation? You cram in 5 cities, 12 attractions, 8 meals a day, and somehow still forget to relax. That’s where sleep tourism comes in. It’s the travel trend for people who just want to nap in style.
Wait, Sleep Tourism? That’s a Thing?
Oh yes. It’s exactly what it sounds like. Instead of waking up at 6 AM for a sunrise hike or chasing waterfalls like you’re in a music video, you check into a hotel with one goal: to sleep. Deeply. Peacefully. Possibly while hugging five types of pillows and listening to rain sounds on a speaker.
Sleep is no longer something you do between activities. It is the activity.
Hotels Are Basically Turning Into Luxury Nap Labs
Hotels around the world are taking this trend seriously. We’re talking soundproof rooms, blackout curtains that block even your regrets, smart beds that adjust to your body like a hug, and even bedtime snack menus. Yes. Bedtime. Snack. Menus.
Some places even offer sleep coaches. As in, an actual human who helps you sleep better. Wild, right?
You can find these dreamy packages in cities like London, New York, and Zurich. People are literally flying across the world just to sleep in a hotel that knows how to shut up and dim the lights.
What About Indonesia? Can We Sleep Here Too?
Of course. Bali is already on it. Wellness resorts there are offering sleep retreats that come with yoga, gentle meals, and absolutely no judgment if you fall asleep mid-massage.
Yogyakarta is joining the sleepy party too. Some boutique hotels are starting to offer sleep-focused stays with comfy beds, calming scents, and playlists that sound like someone gently blowing wind over a lake. Honestly, dreamy.
Sleep Tourism Is the New Adventure
In a world where everything feels too loud, too fast, and too bright, sleep has become the new status symbol. Getting a solid eight hours is basically like winning the lottery now.
So if your ideal itinerary looks like:
- Wake up slowly
- Eat something warm
- Nap
- Repeat
…then congrats, you’re already a sleep tourist. And trust us, your future well-rested self will thank you.
Sources: ValidNews, okemedan, IDXChannel. Featured Image
