How do vacations make people happy?

Going to new places helps you improve your mental well-being by experiencing new places, people and cultures and breaking your routine. A recent Washington State University study found out that people who traveled several times a year-even for just 75 miles from home- were 7% happier than those who did not travel.



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Travel exposes us to different cultures and ancient traditions and through these authentic encounters, we learn to embrace and celebrate both our similarities and our differences. Travel teaches us about humanity and gives us an appreciation, understanding and respect for different points of view and ways of life.

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Feel-good hormones like serotonin and dopamine are great at contributing to reductions in stress, and they are produced at a higher rate when you're doing something fun – such as taking a vacation.

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First, a trip frees the mind from dulling routine and sharp worry. Second, it throws newness at us: new kinds of people with new food, music, art, landscape, wildlife, customs, rituals, stories, values, beliefs.

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Time is less important, enjoying yourself is the priority.” So what does it look like when you apply vacation mind to work? You let go of the anxiety. You aren't worried about getting it all done or doing the right thing right now, or all the things you have to do later.

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People tend to share vacation pictures on social media because it allows them to show off their experiences to friends and family as well as build a digital portfolio of their exciting travels. For some, it is all about the “likes” and validation from their network.

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How to Cultivate A Vacation Mindset
  1. Treat yourself the way you would if you were on vacation. Sometimes we forget to treat ourselves. ...
  2. Treat others the way you would if you were on vacation. ...
  3. Disconnect from your phone. ...
  4. Immerse yourself in the moment.


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When we break a cycle that we have become way too comfortable with, we are living. Traveling and adventuring improves our cognition and allows us to reactivate our mental reward system. It also forces us to leave our comfort zones which can help with anxiety disorders and so much more!

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Enter the mini vacation: quick trips that last two to four days. According to Project Time Off, people who take short vacations are happier, calmer, and more energized than those who rarely take time off. The American Psychology Association (APA) agrees.

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Even a short trip can completely change your future path. Of course, the longer you travel, there is more time to think and reconsider whether you are fully satisfied with your personal and work life. Decisions you will make abroad do not have to be somehow fundamental, but it can change your life indefinitely.

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