As a member of Gen Z, I find it incredibly hard to switch off.

Admittedly, I am often glued to my phone, either mindlessly scrolling on social media or engaging in group chats with friends which leads to me having a worryingly high screen time.

So when I got the opportunity to escape to a tropical Caribbean island 4,600 miles away from home on a wellness trip - I dropped my mobile and grabbed it with both hands.

I'd never heard of Aruba before, but a quick Google search showing its world-renowned beaches, crystal clear waters and promise of year-round sunshine was enough to get me on that plane.

So off I went with a 23kg suitcase, high hopes of relaxation and some Insta-worthy snaps, but little did I know I'd experience much more than I bargained for.

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