Yes summer is about relaxation ..
But relaxation is notjust about doing nothing. relaxation is about escaping and escaping needs some times more the action than a repetitive routine be it a holiday routine..
I always thought that discoveries make things move they change your perception .
There is always a risk that the outcome of your exploration . Even though it may not have the exceptional results you were longing for, still the whole experience offers you something new.
Yes sometimes we have to disagree with the routes dictated by our tourist guide or by our typical routines.As you engoy the sea in the islands , as you sunbathe or taste the local specialties, take an unplanned walk, discover some lonely beaches ,listen to new music,discover the culture beyond the mainstream touristic suggestions.
Even if it doesn"t work,in a magic way you can say that you took a step further ...