What does it mean?

Planning to travel this year, but not sure where to go? The Associated Press, an American news agency, released a list of 15 destinations based on events, trends and recommendations from travel agents. This will help half of the respondents of a gulfnews. com poll, as they said they would be travelling for leisure in the next 12 months.

According to the US Travel Association, a vacation has a positive impact on a person’s health. It can reduce stress and is an effective way to enhance wellbeing.

Research conducted by them showed that after only a day or two of being off, 89 per cent of respondents saw significant drops in stress. Additionally, travel was linked to decreased risks of heart attack and depression.

Where are you headed this year? Tell us at readers@gulfnews.com.