TROY – Vacation – A period of time devoted to pleasure, rest, or relaxation, especially one with pay granted to an employee. Far too often, employees are so wrapped up in their work that they pass up on vacations, only to lose the vacation days at the turn of the year, or roll them over into a lump of year-old abandoned escapes. Take a moment, sit back, and realize what you are passing up when you pass on vacation.
Travel industry surveys reflect what we already know and feel when we book our vacations. We want to relax and get rid of stress, mainly caused from work. We want to rid ourselves of schedules or deadlines so we can do what we want, when we want. We can spend more time with our spouse or our families. Mix that with a destination that offers great views and scenery along with wonderful weather ? you have a week or two of utopia, barring any tropical storms or family emergencies.
Again, with no surprise, people pick Hawaii, Alaska, Florida, California, and Maine as the top five U.S. vacation destinations. Sun, solitude, scenery, and surf all make these destinations top of anyone?s ?must travel? list.
Personally, I like to escape to Northern Michigan where golf courses reign supreme. I never imagined that hitting my golf ball into the woods would yield such a rewarding view. The unspoiled natural woods, fresh air, and clean lakes are a nice escape from city-life. My wife and I own a cottage in East Tawas and vacationing gives us the ability to take a break from the stresses and joys of owning a business that is growing and is constantly busy.
My recommendation to anyone that has not vacationed in a while, or is putting it off – utilize what your employer gives you. Take the vacation days while you still have them, and enjoy them to the fullest extent. Allow yourself time to detach from the stresses of everyday life and merge into a life with no deadlines, far less stress, and bonding time with your family. You will be much more motivated and productive when you return.
This article was written by John Bailey, Founder of John Bailey & Associates public relations. To read more, click on BaileyBlog.Com
