Whether you’re burnt out at work, or just looking to get away from the ho-hum of the day-to-day—it’s time for a vacation. In fact, you can’t afford not to take one. Studies show a trip can help reduce your stress level, force you to discover new things, and refresh your attitude. Best Vacations Ever! by Preferred Guest Resorts encourages you to plan a trip for better health.

PERKS OF PLANNING

Plan a vacation for an instand mood boost.

Scientists in the Netherlands conducted a study on vacation happiness and its lasting effects. One of the most surprising findings in the study was that planning a vacation made people just as happy as the vacation itself, with even longer lasting effects. The anticipation alone boosted happiness for up to a full eight weeks. So once you get the vacation penciled in on your calendar, take the time to go over the details and picture yourself enjoying the excursions you plan on taking.

VACATIONS KEEP YOUR HEART HEALTHY

Vacations keep your heart healthy.

Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, make sure you take time to de-stress and enjoy yourself—you owe it to your mind and body. Information gathered from the Framing Heart Study helped researches discover that women who took a vacation once every six years were almost eight times more likely to develop coronary heart disease or have a heart attack than those who took two vacations per year.

A BREATH OF FRESH AIR

Step outside for a breath of fresh air.

Chances are, if you’re on vacation, you’re not going to spend your days cooped up in the hotel watching reality TV marathons. You’re going to be outside lying on the beach or hiking in the mountains or taking pictures of iconic buildings, depending on where your travels take you. Being outside gives you direct access to the sun’s rays and Vitamin D. Sunlight is a mood-booster in itself. Vitamin D helps prevent cancer, bone disease, and depression and can help lower and control insulin. Bonus: Studies show that being outdoors for part of the day helps reset circadian rhythms, balances hormones, and promotes weight loss.

LOSE THE STRESS BY TAKING SOME TIME OFF

Taking a vacation can have a lasting impact on your stress level. Studies have shown that taking time off can reduce stressful days up to five weeks later. It makes sense when you really think about it: Reduce stress by removing yourself from the source of your stress. That’s why it’s important to plan your vacation well in advance to avoid adding further pressure on yourself—the point is to lessen your stress level, not contribute to it.

GET PACKING!

At the end of the day, you owe it to yourself and your family to take a break. Get out there and discover new places, people, and activities. Come back recharged and more motivated to give it your all.

So, are you packed yet? Do you now realize the many positive health benefits that vacationing can bring? If so, head over to www.BestVacationsEver.com to start planning your next getaway—you won’t regret it.

Most of us think we have to wait until the summer to go on vacation, but some of nature’s most rewarding sights come in the spring months. The weather in Orlando in April is just one of the many perks to an Orlando Spring Break. Orlando is one of the most sought after vacation cities in the US, which is why Best Vacations Ever! by Preferred Guest Resorts sends travel-lovers to Country Inn & Suites by Carlson Orlando-Maingate at Calypso Cay. So why is Orlando so great in April? Take your pick.

Weather

The weather in Orlando in April is the perfect excuse to sit outside and watch the sunset.

Orlando is not exempt from the Florida heat, so summer can be overwhelming. But in April, the average high is a relaxing 83 and the regular low is 60. Sounds like perfect weather for a day at the water park and a night exploring the town. April is before the rainy season, so no need to worry about April showers being the cause of May flowers. Water parks and swimming pools are open and ready for you and your family.

Activities

In April there are a number of seasonal events. For you nature and garden lovers, the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival is happening all month long and on the weekends you can jam out to 60s and 70s music at the Flower Power Concert Series. If you’re there around the 15-17th, check out the Central Florida Home and Garden Show at

The 20th Anniversary of the Florida Film Festival takes place April 8-17

the Orange County Convention Center. If you prefer the arts, you can check out the Florida Film Festival (April 8-17), Florida Music Festival (April 7-9), and Maitland Spring Festival of the Arts on the shores of Lake Lily (April 17-18). There is something for everyone: You food and outdoor lovers can partake in the Ron Jon Easter Surfing Festival at Cocoa Beach (April 22-24), Spring Fiesta in the Park (April 10-11), and a Taste of Oveido (April 16).

Attractions

Orlando is full of theme parks, resorts, and beautiful hotels. Walt Disney World®, Universal Studios and SeaWorld are just a few of the theme parks. Their water parks include Aquatica, Disney’s Blizzard Beach, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon, and Wet N’ Wild. Those wanting to keep dry can opt for a tour of the Kennedy Space Center. Visitor with spare time to kill can take a day trip to Miami, the Everglades, or Clearwater Beach.

Don’t be afraid to step out of your summer routine and try something new. Best Vacations Ever! offers packages to Orlando simply because it is great place to vacation and, even though you are there to relax, you will never be bored.

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