Invest in yourself by taking a holiday

When did you last invest in your most valuable asset – your well-being? If it’s been a while, it might be time to start planning your next holiday.

63% of travellers who view holidays as important for their mental well-being are prepared to spend over £2,500 on their holidays this year¹. This is excellent news, as it shows people understand that a stress-busting holiday can work wonders for their health.

According to Mind and the NHS, there are subtle signs you need a holiday, that you should keep an eye out for. If you’re growing irritable or are struggling to sleep, you might need a break.

Despite the pressures of day-to-day price rises, it’s never a waste to look after yourself, and taking a well-earned trip away is precisely that. Allowing time for rest and relaxation is an investment in yourself and gives you valuable health benefits.

According to WebMD, travel can reduce stress by taking your mind off daily problems, and this effect is greater the more you travel. Reducing stress helps lower cortisol levels, leading to greater sense of well-being.

Managing your cortisol levels can reduce;

• Irritability
• Mood swings
• Depression

Another benefit of planning time abroad is its ability to rewire your brain. Exposure to new events and experiences can help break negative thought patterns, leaving you feeling more positive and self-assured.

You deserve a break just as much as anyone else, so invest in self-care.

Make sure you arrange Medical Travel Insurance before you go, so you can focus on unwinding.

1 – Based on AllClear’s Mental Health survey, May 2023. 1,480 respondents that view holidays as important for their mental well-being.