Germans typically snooze for less than seven hours nightly; numerous individuals opt for vacations to catch up on sleep.
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Sleep deprivation is a concern for many. In a recent survey by travel company Kayak, an alarming 79% of German respondents admitted to feeling unrefreshed and exhausted in the last six months. The research, conducted by market research institute Pure Spectrum, polled 1,009 travelers within Germany and abroad over a four-day period in January 2025.
On average, Germans report sleeping only 6.2 hours per night, with work-related stress (37%), financial worries (26%), personal concerns, and global events contributing to their sleep troubles (18%).
To combat this phenomenon, many seek solace in vacation. Over half the respondents confessed that they can only truly catch up on sleep during their holidays. Jason Ellis, a sleep science professor at Northumbria University, echoes this sentiment, "A vacation focused on sleep is the perfect opportunity to make up for daily sleep deprivation. It's worth planning a relaxing break in advance."
Surprisingly, more than 70% of respondents expressed the intent to embark on a sleep-centric holiday this year. When making travel decisions, factors such as noise pollution, air quality, and political stability should be considered, as they can hamper a good night's slumber.
With these criteria in mind, Kayak, in collaboration with Ellis, has pinpointed some ideal destinations for sleep. Lübeck in Germany takes the crown as the nation's best city for a sleep recharge, while Croatia's Split leads globally due to its coastal location and spa offerings. Canmore, Canada, follows closely with its serene nature and hiking trails, and Andorra la Vella places third with its low noise levels and political stability.
Sleep deprivation can have severe effects on an individual's well-being, so catching those much-needed Z's while traveling is crucial. Making the most of a holiday to prioritize sleep will result in a more relaxed and rejuvenated vacation experience.
- The average German, battling sleep troubles due to work-related stress, financial worries, personal concerns, and global events, sleeps only 6.2 hours per night.
- According to a sleep science professor at Northumbria University, a vacation focused on sleep is the ideal opportunity to make up for daily sleep deprivation.
- In a sleep-centric travel decision, factors such as noise pollution, air quality, and political stability must be considered, as they can significantly impact a good night's sleep.
- Surprisingly, more than 70% of the respondents in the survey planned to embark on a sleep-centric holiday in 2025, with Lübeck, Croatia's Split, Canmore, Canada, and Andorra la Vella being some of the ideal destinations recommended by Kayak and sleep science professor Jason Ellis.
- Prioritizing sleep while traveling is crucial for the health-and-wellness and overall lifestyle of individuals, resulting in a more relaxed and rejuvenated vacation experience.
