Let that alter-ego shine.
Based on a survey conducted by Faye Travel Insurance, most individuals turn into a special version of themselves after they are on vacation — and rightfully so.
The insurance company surveyed 3,000 US travelers and nearly half of them said they learn different parts of themselves after they have a change of scenery.
The survey revealed that 45% of Americans let their adventurous, fun side come out on vacay.
A few of these unexpected behaviors include, spending time more freely (52%), trying unfamliar foods (40%) and being open to more risk taking (45%) — perhaps like telling white lies about their identity when away from home, since nearly half of participants admitted to doing that.
One among the least surprising revelations from the survey is that 42% of persons are more friendly — and why wouldn’t they be after they’re lounging poolside with a piña colada in hand and not using a care on the planet.
The Faye team also identified that 40% feel like a special person entirely and 60% of those surveyed imagine that the travel alter-ego that comes out after they’re away is their truest self.
A few of these travel personas include: the explorer (19%), the quiet observer (12%), the solo wanderer (8%), the posh lover (8%) and the foodie (8%).
Along with this, it seems there are numerous health advantages to jetsetting.
One study found that folks who traveled every year for nine consecutive years increased their longevity by roughly 20%. Those self same people also reduce their risk of dying from heart-related conditions by 30%.
Yearly trips also reduce hypertension, lower blood sugar levels and help an individual maintain cholesterol and triglycerides levels — all things that may result in serious heart conditions if ignored.
If a week-long yearly trip isn’t your style, travelers may also profit from shorter trips.
Based on research, those that get out of town for a protracted weekend don’t feel as stressed, drained or depressed in comparison with those that barely use their PTO.
“Vacations provide a buffer against chronic stress and inflammation — each of which wreak havoc on the body,” Brooks B. Gump, a professor of public health at Syracuse University told the Washington Post in an interview.
Take this as an indication to place in your PTO and book your next vacation — it does an individual good.
