The Difference Between A Trip and a Vacation!

For most people (80%), there is a distinct difference between a “trip” and a “vacation.”

That’s according to a survey of 2,000 adults with travel plans this summer, which revealed that a “vacation” is most commonly defined as travel for relaxation (53%).

While a “trip” is travel for a purpose, such as an event (32%) or simply getting out of their hometown (30%)

Arriving at the hotel (59%) and getting the first breath of ocean air (47%) are two indications that “vacation mode” is turned on.

HOW RESPONDENTS DEFINE A TRIP

• Travelling for a purpose/event — 32%
• Getting out of my city/town — 30%
• Somewhere I can drive to — 18%
• When I will only be away for two days or less — 15%
• Travelling for relaxation — 16%

HOW RESPONDENTS DEFINE A VACATION

• Travelling for relaxation — 53%
• Spending more than three days away from home — 36%
• Completely disconnecting from work — 25%
• Getting out of my city/town— 17%
• Getting out of my usual routine — 16%

THE MOST IMPORTANT FACTORS WHEN PLANNING TRIPS AND VACATIONS

• Cost — 21%
• Location — 16%
• Being able to relax/unplug — 14%
• Opportunities for new experiences (food, cultures, etc.) — 12%
• Weather — 11%
• If my family or loved ones can come along — 11%