The off-season started a little prematurely for (most of) the Hawks this year, but the players are remaining upbeat, using their time off to relax, recoup and gallivant around the globe.

Here's a peek of what the boys have been up to....

Some have opted for warmer climates.

Barcelona

A post shared by Ryan Schoenmakers (@ryan_schoey) on Sep 6, 2017 at 2:34pm PDT

Good to be back, Matera!

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The ol' swimmin hole

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I like this place !!

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While Big Boy is just enjoying the glorious Melbourne weather...

A top of 5 degrees today I think I know where I'm hanging out......

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Punky's been enjoying some international gallops...

Bucket list ✅

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While Silk's been watching some racing of a different kind...

1st place....must get his speed from his mum

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Presenting, the Italian Adventures of the travelling boy band, part 1.

Roma

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Part 2.

Pt. 2

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Part 3.

Pt. 2

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Part 4.

Somethin'

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And just a few more for good measure.

New photo spot

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The boys are back in town #ammoudi

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Flat out

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Furstan

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But it's not all fun and games - someone's got to win the bread.

New side kick @kadestewart7

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And it looks like some players' off-seasons will be quieter than others...

Get well soon, Birch!

What a pleasant surprise running into this bloke next door. #epworthbuddies #funtimes #brutalindustry @dasheryoung

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Okay, so the below may be a couple of weeks old - but we just couldn't resist.

Looking beautiful, Rough.

@roughy02 getting dolled up this morning! A head only a mother could love!

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We'll be following the boys on their off-season adventures with more 'Hawks on Holiday' editions to come.

Stay tuned!