Holidays are a whirlwind of excitement. For weeks on end youre scouring the internet for the best deals before settling on the perfect chill out spot, and thats when the fun and games really begin. From picking out your holiday outfits, to ensuring youve got all the right toiletries, there is so much to do.
People dont often talk about it, but getting prepped for a holiday takes time. And, lets face it, we deserve a holiday after juggling a full-time job and all the planning. Dont get started on the preening.
Visas? Check. Passport in date? Check. Currency? Check. What about bugs? Are you going to get eaten alive?
So, once youve had your fill of Vitamin D, had enough ice-creams that could stock a parlour and are so chilled out youre horizontal, how is it that youre desperate to get home again? People love things that are familiar, so it no surprise that the idea of setting foot back at home and lounging on your sofa can start feeling like a fantasy while youre away.
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Dont worry, youre not alone – and there are a few reasons why people say, theres no place like home.
1. Your bed
Sure, there is something totally luxurious about having clean sheets every day, not to mention those little chocolates left on the pillows, but can you beat a good nights sleep in your own bed? Getting the temperatures right can be tricky when youre abroad, with one leg in one minute and then another hanging out as you adjust to sunnier climates – but at home, its like clockwork. Everything is at the right setting and comfort levels.
2. Rationing
Deciding between your fourth pair of favourite shoes and a full size bottle of shampoo can be hard, and its often the shampoo that gets binned. Ill get it at the airport, we say, leaving us with tiny bottles of shampoos and conditioners that you have to use sparingly throughout your vacation. Weve all been there trying to squeeze the life out of a toothpaste tube to make it last until the final day. Thats one thing that you dont really have to stress about at home. There is no weight limit!
3. Furry animals
Why is it that you always end up being the person that the stray dogs or cats curl up under? They always find you. Leaving your furry pals at home is hard, but theres a novelty to being able to enjoy a long dinner without having to worry about rushing home to let the dog out. On your hols, you can take yourself for a walk when you like, or not. But it doesnt take long for us to miss those fur babies.
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4. Binge
When we set off on our adventures, its hard to check in with our favourite shows – whether thats down to lack of time or whether its even airing overseas. Why does it always seem like a top new drama is starting whenever you jet off somewhere? Steering clear of social media and avoiding spoilers is a new sport on holiday for those unable to unplug, and if you do make it all the way home without finding out whodunnit, kicking back in front of the TV is all the sweeter.
5. Time for tea
Is there anything better than a proper cup of tea in the comfort of you own home? Putting the kettle on for a brew is the first thing we do after we sling the keys down and nothing beats the taste of a cuppa made with Arla Cravendale, fresh milk thats filtered for purity! And, thanks to the fact that Arla Cravendale lasts up to 3 weeks unopened, you can buy it before you fly and come home to a refreshing cup of tea without having to worry about the faff of popping to the shops when you return. You can just drop everything and enjoy a much-needed brew. After all, youve probably missed a decent cup of tea while youve been away – being served Earl Grey or iced tea is never quite the same. And some of us spend our whole holiday without having a brew – the horror!
6. Internet
Because heaven forbid you cant access social media for a whole day. But seriously though, when you decide to take a hike and theres literally no connection, it almost feels creepy now. You can feel completely deserted. Gone are the days where resorts had patchy internet; most are kitted out pretty well. But with so many adventures to be discovered outside of the hotels, there is something unsettling if you find yourself away from the safety net of 4G.
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7. Home-cooked delights
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