Why Traveling Is the Best New Year’s Resolution
While many New Year’s resolutions focus on self-improvement, financial plans, or fitness goals, at Pack Up + Go we believe the most powerful resolution you can set is to bring more adventure into your life through travel. Making travel your New Year’s resolution is a goal you won’t regret. Here are a few reasons why exploring the United States in 2026 is the best resolution we can imagine.
Travel Creates Experiences, Not Clutter
There are a lot of resolutions that can lead to buying more things, but travel prioritizes experiences and memories over stuff. Studies consistently show that experiences bring more happiness than material possessions, and taking a domestic trip makes those experiences more accessible.
Traveling doesn’t have to mean getting on a plane to a faraway country. It can be as simple as taking a day trip to a nearby town, taking a road trip to your neighboring state, or even just exploring a new neighborhood of your own city! It’s all about getting out of your day-to-day routine to experience something new with an open mind.
The United States Offers So Many Different Travel Experiences
So many Americans are quick to book an international flight for their vacation, but there is such a wealth of incredible experiences to be had in our own backyard. If you’re interested in an outdoors escape? A national or state park might be a good fit for you!
Love live music? Consider visiting Austin, New Orleans, Nashville, or Memphis! Want to relax on the beach? Florida, California, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico are all great options!
Interested in a desert oasis? Arizona, Utah, and New Mexico are a perfect fit! And of course, if you’re looking to explore a city, there’s no shortage of amazing options.
Travel Improves Mental Health and Reduces Burnout
Life is stressful. Travel provides a reset. Even a short day trip can reduce stress, boost creativity, and improve your overall mental health. Exploring a new place and breaking your routine can encourage mindfulness and help expose you to new ideas, people, and places.
If you have more time to travel, taking a long weekend in a cabin, going on a solo city adventure, or taking a family road trip can recharge you without requiring extensive planning or time off work - especially if you have Pack Up + Go plan it all for you!
Travel Strengthens Relationships and Builds Confidence
Traveling - whether solo, with a partner, friends, or family - creates shared experiences and strengthens your relationships. Navigating new places together builds communication, trust, and unforgettable memories.
Making travel your New Year’s resolution means investing in relationships, self-discoveries, and life-long memories.
Make Travel Your 2026 Resolution with Pack Up + Go
If you’re interested in making travel your 2026 resolution but feel anxious about the logistics, focusing on domestic travel within the United States can remove many of the barriers. Even better, you can have Pack Up + Go plan your getaway for you - without the stress of planning, travel can become a resolution you’ll really stick to!
We can’t wait to help you explore more in 2026.
