5 Reasons To Book Your Summer Vacation Now
Chances are you just got back from vacation. You’re still basking in the not-so-distant memory of lounging by the pool and listening to the waves crash upon the shore. Take a moment to relish...nice isn’t it?
So why not book your next vacation now? Crazy, huh? Not necessarily.
Studies show that taking vacations lead to healthier, happier people. You exercise. You diet. You do all the proactive things experts tell you to do. If there is one thing to be proactive about it’s rest and relaxation.
Here are the 5 reasons you should book your next vacation today and not tomorrow.
Using the power of Google Trends, we analyzed the search pattern for terms such as “vacation” and “vacation rental.” The result is a summary view of the number of times a particular search query was used.
As you can see from the figure below there is a definite seasonality to searches for vacation related topics. Searches peak from January to July with a corresponding decline from August through December.
If we assume the early bird does indeed get the worm, the best time to book your next summer vacation is September through November. By doing this you’ll have the very best destinations and vacation homes to choose from.
2. Strike While the Iron is Hot
Take a moment and think back to your most recent vacation. Hopefully it wasn’t that long ago. Remember the feelings of relaxation and calm? The immediate time following a positive experience is the time one is most likely to continue with good habits and actions. As time rolls on, these feelings will become less and less memorable and, consequently, your need to revisit these emotions with another vacation will become more and more diminished.
Vacations make you feel good. Keep those good feelings alive by booking your next vacation destination now and not later.
By booking your next vacation earlier in the year, you give yourself more time to absorb the total cost of the vacation*. For instance, if a July vacation costs you $5000 and you pay for it in February. You’re essentially paying $1000/month prior to the vacation. If you book that same July vacation in October, you’re now paying $555/month. Nearly half.
*This concept applies whether you pay for your vacation with cash or credit card. Either way, you’re still giving yourself enough time to save more for the next vacation.
4. Your Boss Will Appreciate It
Trust us. Your boss will appreciate the long notice, and you’ll most likely get your vacation time approved.
Being proactive about your vacation time allows your employer and clients to better plan projects throughout the year.
As we previously mentioned, studies show people who take vacations are happier and healthier than those who do not.
It’s because of a unique phenomenon researchers call “Pre-trip Happiness,” a general sense of happiness, excitement, and anticipation that increases as the vacation date approaches. “Pre-trip Happiness” can stay with an individual for months before a planned vacation.
In summary, by booking your vacation rental 8-9 months in advance, you beat the crowds, manage your money better, make life easier for your boss and, most importantly, you’ll be happy doing it.
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