Some people seem to head off on vacation and have the most amazing, stress-free time. However, others don’t always know what that’s like. Some people find planning a vacation stressful, which can then carry on over and stop you from shifting into vacation mode. To help you out, here’s what stress-free vacationers all have in common.
They Have A Rough Itinerary
People who feel stress-free on vacation usually have a rough itinerary that keeps them focused on what they’d like to do. Traveling without one can get confusing. How will you know what to do on each day? How will you know that you’re going to fit everything you want to do into your trip? By looking at things beforehand and agreeing as a group what you’d all like to do and potentially when you want to do them, you’ll have a better time.
They Live In The Moment
Living in the moment is harder than it sounds. Most of the time, our minds are somewhere else. We’re usually thinking about what we’ll have to do when we get home, what could go wrong, and other things that make us worry and take us out of the moment. All you have to try to do is enjoy the here and now, focusing only on the moment in front of you. Worrying happens when our physical selves are in the here and now, but our minds are in the future/past. These things we worry about haven’t even happened yet, and may never happen. Don’t worry!
They Book Their Airport Parking
Airport parking is a stress free way to organize transport to and from the airport. You can save money if you book it in advance. You won’t need to worry about delays on the way home, as you’ll be able to jump straight in your car and make your way back.
They Choose The Right Place For Them
Researching the right place for you is crucial if you want to have the best time. Whether you’re going alone, with family, or with friends, you need to make sure that you’ve chosen somewhere to suit you, where there’s something for everyone. If you’re traveling with young kids, for instance, make sure you choose somewhere they can play, such as a resort with a waterpark.
They Go Somewhere Underrated
Going somewhere all hyped up is only going to mean a lot of tourists, and likely a lot of stress. By going somewhere underrated, you will avoid crowds and have a more relaxing time. Places like this can be hard to find these days, so make sure you do some thorough research.
They Stay Away From Work As Much As Possible
Sometimes, working on vacation is needed. However, you should try to stay away as much as possible. Only do what you have to do, and avoid answering emails and other unimportant things if you can. To make it better for you on your return, you could make sure you have a tidy work environment before you leave. Arrive early on your first day back so you have a little time alone, too.
vickie couturier says
now this sounds like my kind of vacation
Erika C. says
This is a great information and read. Will be sure to pass it along. Thanks for sharing!
Dana Rodriguez says
These are some great tips. I wish my fiance’ would pay more attention to the last one!