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ESSENCE Escapes: A Soulful Reset in Martha’s Vineyard with Victoria Uwumarogie and smartwater® Alkaline with Antioxidant

ESSENCE Editor Victoria Uwumarogie explores Martha’s Vineyard for a soulful retreat powered by smartwater® Alkaline with Antioxidant.
By Essence · Updated July 21, 2025
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Sometimes, clarity comes from returning to a place that just feels good. In Episode 2 of ESSENCE Escapes, ESSENCE Senior Lifestyle Editor Victoria Uwumarogie heads to Martha’s Vineyard for a restorative escape that nourishes both body and spirit. With smartwater® Alkaline with Antioxidant as her wellness companion, Victoria explores how simple choices—like where you go, how you move, and what you drink—can create space for peace, presence, and powerful reflection.

The Island Flow

Known as a cherished retreat for generations of Black families, Martha’s Vineyard has long been a destination that feels like home. For Victoria, it is the ideal backdrop to recharge. Whether she is biking along tree-lined paths, reading by the ocean, or soaking in the quiet beauty of Oak Bluffs, each moment is grounded by intention. smartwater® Alkaline with Antioxidant is with her every step of the way, offering hydration that supports both movement and mindfulness.

Hydration That Moves With You

smartwater® Alkaline with Antioxidant plays a vital role in Victoria’s escape. With a 9.5+ pH and infused with antioxidants, it is designed for those who prioritize everyday wellness. From casual strolls to deep conversations and solo journaling sessions, this elevated water option delivers the clarity and balance needed to move through life with ease.

Wellness Is Personal

Victoria’s Martha’s Vineyard experience is a reminder that self-care does not have to be complicated. Sometimes it looks like taking time to breathe, to reflect, and to listen to your own needs. With smartwater® Alkaline with Antioxidant in hand, she models what it means to create moments of presence and flow.

Watch Victoria’s journey and be inspired to plan your own ESSENCE Escape. Clarity, balance, and intention are only one sip away.