Train Operating Company (TOC), Heathrow Express, have found that holidaymakers say their holiday begins on the journey to the airport, not when you arrive.
Researchers polled 2,000 holidaymakers and found that one-third of them think a getaway starts the second we lock the front door of the house.
This came ahead of leaving work for the last time at 15%, boarding the plane at 11% and arriving at the accommodation at 13%.
The research was commissioned by Heathrow Express, the research also found we start to get excited about a trip away 14 days before the trip starts.
Although 70% said they feel excited prior to a holiday, 20% said they get nervous. 19% said they feel stressed in the days leading up to a trip away.
Make sure you scroll down to the bottom of the article where the photo will show the results of the survey.
What did the officials say
A spokesman for Heathrow Express said: “We all love that feeling of excitement when we're setting off on holiday. The research certainly appears to suggest this is the case – especially when it comes to enjoying a break somewhere nice. Holiday anticipation is arguably at its peak when we set off on that journey, which might explain why for most respondents a break starts when we are travelling to the airport.”
A spokesman for Heathrow Express said: “January can be a tough time of year, so what better way of giving yourself something to look forward to than planning a summer holiday? This is also a good time to get the best deals, including on your Heathrow Express tickets which start at £5.50 when you book in advance.”
The Results
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