The first thing I have learned is that the vacation and the big trip are coming, so I want, first of all, to wish you a wonderful vacation full of pleasant memories!
I've always been amused by the resonance of the word "pilates", and have never been curious to find out what it means. I don't even know if these exercises are only done by girls and women, or if men can do it too. I have back and spine problems myself, I try some exercises at home but I'm not consistent and, it probably, would be better to be assisted.
I am glad that you feel a good effect after pilates and that you have discovered new and useful things, probably you will do some easy exercises on vacation, for maintenance. Have a nice vacation!