When it comes to a vacation, most of us would agree that our number one goal is to just relax, destress and find ourselves a little bit of happiness, right? So, this summer, don’t just go anywhere, travel to one of the world’s 5 happiest countries and get your fix of good vibes and smiles. Keep reading below to find out where your next plane ticket should be booked for!

Traveling solo sounds great; you get to go wherever you want, do whatever you want without having to take anyone else’s needs or wants into consideration. But, traveling alone can also be scary. Should you encounter a life threatening emergency while you are alone in a strange city, what are you to do? This thought alone has probably stopped you and many other people from exploring the world that’s is just outside your front door. 

However, there is a way to squander your fears and help you travel with safety and confidence in the United States.  Take a vacation with Life Alert Mobile with GPS so you can equip yourself with the world’s finest 24/7 personal protection. Should you find yourself in a life threatening situation while traveling anywhere in the U.S., simply push the button on your Life Alert Mobile phone and Life Alert’s dispatch team will locate you via GPS and send an emergency medical response fast. This summer, with Life Alert by your side, say yes to your dream vacation! Bon voyage!

A travel expert at Sixty and Me[1] is here to help you book your next vacation. Check out her top 5 picks for happiest countries in the world and get ready to start packing! All aboard the train to destination happy!

1.      Norway

If exploring spectacular fjords, glaciers and vibrant Northern Lights is your idea of happiness, there is a perfect Road Scholar program for you called Spectacular Fjords and the Coastline of Norway. The majesty and strength of Mother Nature and the beautiful connection of people to the earth is breath-taking! If you want to go even a little further north and experience the pure magic of the Land of the Midnight Sun, the Majestic Norway – North Cape and Beyond program might be your idea of picture-perfect happiness.

2.      Denmark

Denmark is a wonderfully eclectic country and its capital Copenhagen is a colorful collage of bicycle-crazed residents, bridges, royal palaces and gardens! The colorful Nyhavn harbour and Tivoli amusement park will enchant you and who can forget the iconic “Little Mermaid” statue. The philosophy of cozy, loving Hygge is prevalent everywhere! Road Scholar takes full advantage of what vibrant Copenhagen has to offer in this fabulous program called Vibrant Copenhagen and Stockholm.

3.      Iceland

When we hear about Iceland, we think of icy cold tundra, fjords and waterfalls. But it really is a land of contrasts and sheer natural beauty. Iceland has verdant vegetation and stunning geological landscapes. From the coast to the Blue Lagoon, it is not surprising that Iceland is such a popular travel destination these days. Road Scholar’s Best of Iceland – Country of Beautiful Contrasts is a great way to experience happiness in the sheer beauty of Mother Nature!

4.       Switzerland

It’s no wonder people are happy in Switzerland. From snow-covered peaks, rolling green hills and intriguing medieval cities and cathedrals. Cities like Zurich and Luzern will take your breath away! Road Scholar agrees that one of the best ways to explore the secret places in Switzerland is by train. Their program Switzerland in a Nutshell – Cities and Peaks by Train looks spectacular!

5.      Finland

Finland is one of those places that conjures up images of the majestic and magical Northern Lights, on the bucket list of so many older women! Its Artic climate and national parks offer a connection to nature that is breath-taking. Its forests create a winter wonderland. Its capital, Helsinki, is a beautiful city by the sea with intriguing architecture, stunning cathedral and ancient culture. The Road Scholar program called Seaside Capitals of the Baltic is a great way to explore Helsinki along with Copenhagen, Tallinn, Helsinki and Stockholm.

Find pure happiness on your next big adventure thanks to the tips above! However, should your next vacation keep you closer to home and anywhere in the U.S., make sure you travel in style and safety thanks to LifeAlert Mobile with GPS. Should you encounter any danger or a life threatening emergency, simply push the button on your Life Alert phone and their 24/7 dispatch team will locate you via GPS and send help fast. Be a fearless traveler with Life Alert by your side! To learn more about all of Life Alert’s lifesaving services, call 1-800-513-2934 for a Free brochure.

Works Cited:

1.       Manning, Margaret. “FOLLOW YOUR BLISS! VISIT THE 5 HAPPIEST COUNTRIES IN THE WORLD IN 2018.” Sixty and Me. 15 December 2017. <http://sixtyandme.com/follow-your-bliss-visit-the-5-happiest-countries-in-the-world-in-2018/ >.

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