Perspectives Matter #2920 - The Economics of Travel and Happiness

Research shows that those who travel were 7% happier than those who stay at home (Washington State University).

Joining Host Jim Falk to talk about happiness, productivity and his new travel venture, Bliss Tours is , Eric Weiner. Eric is the author of several captivating books. Including The Geography of Bliss. He is a former NPR reporter/ journalist and a philosophical traveler who’s explored the world.

He shares his discoveries on happiness and how it may increase productivity and overall satisfaction with life.

For many of us, travel and happiness go together. The pandemic not only prevented many of us from seeing our families and friends, but it also collapsed the travel industry.

The good news is the rebound is here and it is expected. that international tourist travels will be back at pre-Covid levels in 2024.

The overwhelming majority of travelers say that their travel memories are among the happiest ones of their lives; and, as Eric tells us, even delays and other snafus can over time be recalled as blissful.

Join us to learn how you can increase your own happiness and productivity through travel.

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