From career changes to starting families, Brits are making their most life-changing decisions whilst away on holiday, new research from loveholidays reveals.
Research from the online travel agent has unveiled the extent to which holidays serve as a force for change, with two fifths (40 per cent) of Brits confessing that they’ve made a life-changing decision while away from home.
Even more striking, over three fifths (64 per cent) of holidaymakers agree that a getaway can be ‘transformative’ when it comes to making important life choices.
These aren’t small tweaks to daily routine, they’re major life overhauls, with over a quarter (28 per cent) completely switching career tracks and more than one in five (22 per cent) making the big decision to start a family.
The transformative power of holidays extends further into our lives, with others deciding to start a new business (22 per cent), move house (22 per cent) or even end a relationship (21 per cent).ADVERTISEMENTWorking closely with loveholidays, psychologist Jo Hemmings said: “When we step away from our routines, something magical happens; we give ourselves the freedom to see clearly, think differently, and make decisions with a fresh perspective.
“Many Brits believe that people are more honest with themselves when on holiday, indicating that it’s not just about escaping the daily grind of life, but about creating the mental space where clarity emerges and challenging choices feel possible.
“Free from pressures, problems and distractions, people find themselves making career moves, relationship choices, and setting personal goals with newfound clarity.”
The research uncovered that the secret to unlocking difficult decision-making away from home lies in the relaxation and rejuvenation that travel provides. More than half of travellers (58 per cent) attribute their clearer thinking to feeling more relaxed while on holiday, while a quarter (26 per cent) credit the glorious sunshine with providing the mental clarity they desperately need.
Jo Hemmings added: “It’s compelling to see how many of us consider holidays to be life-changing, a testament to their significance and the trust we place in them to transform the everyday.
“Different destinations can offer different kinds of clarity. Whether it’s the relaxing nature of a luxury all inclusive, or the buzz of a bustling city, holidays help people step outside their usual mindset and return with a renewed sense of direction.”
In terms of where in the world holidaymakers felt most free to think big, beach breaks emerged as the ultimate setting, inspiring 37 per cent of Brits. 22 per cent of Brits prefer luxury all inclusives, while the growing trend of solo travel also offers an ideal environment for self-discovery, with 21 per cent finding the most mental clarity when travelling independently.
Top 10 major life decisions made on holiday:
Started a diet or lifestyle overhaul
Decided to change career
Signed up for something (e.g. gym, course, volunteering)
Decided to start a family
Planned to start a business
Bought property or decided to move
Ended a relationship
Quit your job
Spontaneous proposal
Decided to elope for your wedding
For more inspiring travel insights and to start planning your own transformative getaway, visit https://www.loveholidays.com/
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