Low levels of winter sunlight combined with long hours in the office can sap energy and reduce productivity — a malaise Hilton Hotels & Resorts dubs “vacationitis.” Symptoms include what the company jokingly calls “Straight to Voicemailaria,” where people start avoiding phone calls from clients and colleagues.
But a diagnosis is only useful if it leads to treatment.
Hilton offers a playful remedy: the Hilton Urgent Vacation Care Center, an interactive website featuring humorous illustrations by Onion Labs, the creative team behind The Onion. The site is designed to help stressed and overworked professionals recognize their need for a break and find the right kind of escape.
The Vacation Diagnostic Test and Prescription Center guides visitors through a short assessment to pinpoint what type of getaway would be most restorative. Based on those results, the site recommends tailored options ranging from a relaxing tropical retreat to a lively city weekend. In addition to personalized recommendations, the site includes a Recovery Room that highlights special travel offers and seasonal deals to make planning easier.
Visitors who register on the site by Feb. 28 are entered for a chance to win one of 15 weekend getaways, providing an extra incentive to take a break and recharge. Whether you need a quick urban escape or a longer, sun-filled vacation, taking time off can improve mood and work performance.
Explore the Vacation Diagnostic Test to discover the right prescription for your next trip, review destination information to plan a customized escape, and check the Recovery Room for current promotions that suit your schedule and budget. A well-timed getaway can restore focus, boost morale, and return you to work energized and ready to tackle new challenges.