![]() ![]() ![]() I know this anticipation factor is why I always have great birthday weeks. Plan a four-day weekend every other month and the happiness boost could last all year. Indeed, research published in the journal Applied Research in Quality of Life in 2010 found that vacation anticipation boosted happiness levels for eight weeks-an argument for planning more shorter trips rather than a few longer ones. You generally have to figure it out at least a few days ahead of time. “The whole time you’re looking forward to it and anticipating it, you’re getting some of the benefits of the experience itself.” This is one of the reasons why people love vacation travel. “It extends the experience,” says Cassie Mogilner, a professor of marketing at the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, who specializes in happiness research. “having specific things to look forward to massively increases your enjoyment of them. ![]()
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