A Guide to Slow Mornings by the Ocean

The hour after sunrise is the quietest, coolest and often the most beautiful part of a tropical day. Here is how to make the most of it.

Leave the curtains open

Let the light wake you. Early mornings by the sea are usually calm and soft, and you will find the beach almost empty.

Swim before breakfast

The water is often at its clearest and stillest first thing. A short swim sets the pace for the whole day.

Make breakfast an occasion

Buy local fruit, good bread and coffee the day before, and eat outside. Nothing complicated — just time at the table.

Put the phone in a drawer

Try one morning without checking messages. Notice the birds, the tide, the colour of the sea. You might find it becomes a habit.