Maximize Your Vacation Happiness
A visual breakdown of what makes for blissful travel—backed by science.

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You’ve likely got a vacation coming up soon. Whether you’re headed abroad for a week or simply to a cabin in the woods over Labor Day, start planning now. That’s the number-one piece of advice from the folks over at Happify, who worked with scientists to determine the best tips and strategies for a happier vacation.
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