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]]>Each year, a global survey is held to determine the happiest country on earth. More than 150 nations are ranked based on their life expectancy, social support, freedom to make life decisions, GDP per capita, and perception of compassion.
Finland has topped the World Happiness Index for the last 5 years, and now the country is offering to teach us its secret.
The Nordic nation is hosting a competition that will see the winners attending a special Masterclass of Happiness. The 4-day event will take place in June at the Kuru Resort in the Finnish Lakeland region.
“We believe Finnish happiness stems from a close relationship with nature and our down-to-earth lifestyle,” says Business Finland’s senior director of international marketing, Heli Jimenez. “We want to help people find their ‘inner Finn’ and master the Finnish state of mind. We’ve chosen the best coaches, one of the most breath-taking resorts in Finland, and a time in the early summer amid the beautiful Finnish nature for our Masterclass. We feel it’s a really unique opportunity to discover something wonderful and valuable.”
Those who are interested will need to complete a social media challenge in which they create their own content that explains why they want to join the classes.
In other words, “what things make you believe you may secretly be a Finn.”
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]]>Travel Makes You More Confident
One study done by Booking.com showed that 65% of travelers reported that their first time traveling abroad boosted their confidence. There are a few reasons why that might be the case, like giving you opportunities to prove to yourself that you can handle being pushed out of your comfort zone.
(@mariabruzzese)Travel Allows You to Get to Know Yourself Better
When you travel, especially alone, you’re sure to learn quite a bit about yourself, including how you handle challenges, what your limits are, what you prefer, and so on. Taking this information home with you can really help you craft your life in such a way that makes you happier.
Traveling Makes You More Adaptable
Being able to easily roll with the punches of life is incredibly important to living a happier, lower-stress existence. And travel is a great way to help yourself learn to adapt better to challenges, unexpected situations, and novel, unknown variables.
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]]>The data is courtesy of Club Med which analyzed the 50 most-visited tourist destinations around the world. The travel operator focused on a variety of factors in each city, such as—the crime rate, the amount of pollution, the cost of beer, the number of activities, day trips, and wellness centers, and LGBTQ+ friendliness.
(@giannalight)Coming in top position was Bali. The Indonesian island maintained its reputation as a great place to relax, thanks to its multitude of spas and fantastic outdoor activities. And surely the key to happiness is being stress-free?
Las Vegas was ranked second due to boasting over 40 outdoor activities, making it the ideal spot if you’re in search of adventure. Sin City is also famous for a variety of entertainment, ranging from live shows to casinos, and ranked highly in terms of safety.
If you are a member of the LGBTQ+ community, you should consider heading to New Orleans and Barcelona. Both cities scored the maximum in LGBTQ+ friendliness, earning them third and fourth place, respectively.
Amsterdam rounded out the Top 5 with the highest safety score, allowing visitors to feel comfortable as they explore all the city has to offer. However, the Dutch capital was found to charge the most for beer!
Check out the list below for the top ten happiest destinations to visit.
Happiest Holiday Destinations 2022
- Bali
- Las Vegas
- New Orleans
- Barcelona
- Amsterdam
- Budapest
- Vancouver
- San Francisco
- Dubai
- Rio de Janeiro
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]]>On our trip to Copenhagen, we left no stone unturned when trying to discover why the Danish are the happiest people on the planet. Here are 5 secrets we learned.
Practice Gratitude
The first secret we learned is one of the most important. Hygge involves feeling grateful at every opportunity. Whether it’s for the people in your life or for a nice cup of tea, being thankful is crucial to the way of happiness.
Create a Cozy Nook
A cozy atmosphere is important for practicing hygge. Light candles, buy a plant that makes you smile, anything that makes you feel the warmth and comfort of home.
Slow Down
Whatever you’re doing, take your time. You can do something quickly when it’s needed without rushing. If you’re cooking a meal, invite your friends over and cook together. Grounding yourself in the present is an important part of hygge.
Help Others
Improving your own happiness comes hand in hand with improving the happiness of others. In Denmark, there are tons of organizations designed to help others.
Enjoy Nature
Enjoying nature in the hygge way means more than just going for a walk. Take in the sights and sounds and connect to the nature that surrounds you in every way you can.
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