Our partners in Travel Department We have some news to cheer you up today: Planning a vacation is good for your mental health!
At the Travel Department we love the joy and satisfaction we bring to all of our clients by creating experiences and memories that last a lifetime.
From zipping up your suitcase when you’re finally packed to instant relaxation upon arrival at your destination; Few things leave us feeling refreshed and revitalized like a quick getaway.
Unfortunately, with the pandemic changing our travel plans, we’ve had far fewer opportunities to get the feel-good factor that comes with a break.
However, new research shows that planning a vacation is only good for your mental health. This is great news across the board as we recently conducted some surveys showing that people are looking forward to traveling again. So now, regardless of the situation, preparing for that break is a positive act of wellness.
SAVE – Enjoy exclusive discounts of up to €75 per person on your 2022 holiday with Donegal Daily codes at: https://www.traveldepartment.com/donegal-daily
Sara Zimmerman, executive director of the Department of Travel, said there has been a significant increase in vacation bookings and customers are becoming more comfortable with international travel:
“The Travel Department is delighted to welcome customers and we share their enthusiasm to travel again. We actively listen to our customers during the pandemic and understand that some people may have lingering anxieties about travel, so we’ve gone the extra mile to make sure we take care of everything. We have created dedicated pages on our website outlining travel requirements by country and the steps we take to keep our customers safe while abroad.
“Once on vacation, our guides are ready and waiting to greet our clients again and not only share their great knowledge and passion for each destination, but also provide practical information on local customs and practices. This new research only confirms what we’ve suspected for a long time: Vacations are great for our well-being, and not just while we’re away, but from the moment we start planning.”
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These signs of holiday travel returning to normal are also being seen in Italy, one of the most popular holiday destinations for the UK and Ireland right now.
explore SpA, which helps promote the Lombardy region’s tourism offer, confirms that there are clear signs of recovery in the Lombardy region. “European travelers have shown a tendency towards local tourism, showing a great interest in the rediscovery of small towns, mountains and lesser-known tourist destinations,” says Explora. “We are seeing promising signs of a return to holiday travel, with growing trends for both Italian and foreign tourists.”
Research Results
First, let’s take a look at the research on what that Christmas prep can do for you. Studies from the University of Cornwall show that planning a vacation can improve your mental health, as well as make us feel better about our social and financial means. According to Jessica De Bloom, an academic researcher at the University of Groningen, vacations not only benefit people’s health, but also make them happier. The benefits of much-needed travel don’t just kick in once the vacation begins, they can be seen as soon as you start looking for accommodations, scrolling through Instagram hashtags, or booking your annual vacation from work.
These results correlate strongly with Dr. Gerard Flaherty in Galway, Ireland, a world expert in the emerging field of travel psychiatry. Recently appointed as president-elect of the International Society of Travel Medicine (ISTM), he says: “The psychological benefits of international travel, especially for tourism purposes, have been largely ignored until relatively recently in the travel medicine literature.” it will eventually be replaced by optimism and hope for our future. Achieving this mindset will tap into our collective reserves of strength and resilience. Psychological resilience during the COVID-19 shelter-in-place period has been shown to be related to higher levels of exercise, sleep quality, social support, and spirituality.”
Exclusive Discount
So, what are you waiting for? The Department of Travel’s January sale is now underway, with exclusive offers through Donegal Daily.
This offer is only available until January 31, 2022, so book today and secure your spot! You won’t want to miss out on the vacation you definitely deserve.
SAVE €75 per person* on any stay of 8 nights or more. Use promo code: VP-DON75
SAVE €50 per person* on holidays of 5 to 7 nights. Use promo code: VP-DON50
SAVE €25 per person* on any stay of 4 nights or less. Use promo code: VP-DON25
Available on all departures by 2022.
Browse and book on our exclusive deals page: https://www.traveldepartment.com/donegal-daily
If you have any questions or just want to find out more about the Travel Department’s wonderful destinations, call one of their brilliant team members on 01 637 1698.
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