281: The Real Reason Vacations Go By So Fast

Vacations have a way of feeling like they disappear faster than we expect. You wait for them, plan for them, and look forward to them for months — and then in the blink of an eye they're over, leaving you sad and wondering where the time actually went. Why the heck do vacations feel like they fly by? In this episode, we're calling out those sneaky patterns that cause this so we can be aware of them while we're planning our trips. I'm also sharing about how small, intentional shifts in the way you plan and move through a trip can make your vacation feel richer, slower, and more memorable without adding a single extra day. If you've ever come home feeling like your trip flew by in a blur, this conversation will help you understand why — and how to make your future vacations feel like they truly lasted. → SEE ANGELA'S VACATION PLANNING SUPPORT SERVICES AT WILD HAIR TRAVELS ← Connect w/ Angela on Instagram LISTEN BACK: Episode 230: The Perfect Pace for a Multi-Leg Trip Episode 258: From Must-See to Meh: My Latest Thoughts on Sightseeing Episode 280: My Hack for Making a Vacation Feel Longer

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281: The Real Reason Vacations Go By So Fast is an episode from Happy Women Travel More by Angela Gillmeister.

This episode is 13:59 long.

This episode was published on Feb 10, 2026.

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