The sober lifestyle is relatively popular in many places in the world. Although alcohol can certainly be enjoyed responsibly, it is the most widely misused substance in some places. Some destinations are more conscious of those in recovery than others.
Not every traveler who is seeking out a sober-friendly vacation spot has misused alcohol, some travelers just seek a space that does not center on drinking. There are many safe havens for those trying to keep their alcohol consumption (or lack thereof) in mind. One destination in particular has diversity, offers wellness experiences, nice places to stay, and some might say is a great place to live in.
Where To Plan a Sober-Friendly Vacation?
The sober-friendly vacation destination few have likely heard of is Waterville, Maine, a rustic city surrounded by lush greenery. Some may also refer to the town by its nickname—Elm City—since it has so many beautiful elm trees. Waterville is one of Maine’s prettiest cities and it has two popular colleges. This means that the city of Waterville has a relatively young crowd of people living there. Although it is a college city, it is not a party place and has much for visitors to do.
Waterville is a unique city that is quite conscious of those who are living without alcohol or prefer to have fun without it. Waterville has a supportive community with several treatment centers, recovery groups, and sober-friendly vacation spots. It is an underrated destination but is ideal for sober travelers who want to experience the great outdoors and enjoy sober-friendly activities.
Where To Stay?
One hotel that sober-friendly travelers will enjoy in Waterville, Maine is the Lockwood Hotel. This hotel is not exclusive to sober guests, but it does offer activities that sober visitors can enjoy. It even offers a full package that is specially made for sober guests. Travelers simply need to book their spot and stay more than two nights to be eligible for the package.
The Free Spirit Package is a curated experience for travelers who are ‘dry tripping.’ This means that travelers will not be bored or have to do extensive searches to find sober-friendly experiences close to their hotel. The Free Spirit Package includes a zero-proof cocktail-making class, local tours, breakfast for two at a popular local restaurant, and even allows travelers to enjoy a discount. Free Spirit Package guests can apply a 10% discount to their room reservation when they book the booze-free package. This affordable and exciting offer is one of many reasons to consider Waterville for a sober-friendly vacation.
