The Rise of the Radical Sabbatical
With state retirement age on the rise, we’re seeing more and more people looking to ‘micro-dose’ that big trip traditionally reserved for retirement, choosing instead to take chunks of time out from work earlier in life rather than waiting.
Ben Ittensohn, Regional Director for Australia and New Zealand at Explore Worldwide, says: “Midlife is a time of change and increased pressure for many. We’re living longer and working for longer than ever - sometimes we just need a complete break to totally reassess or simply recharge."
"There’s been a sense of Carpe Diem since 2020 - a recognition that we don’t always know what lies ahead. It’s no wonder fewer people are willing to wait until their 70s – when health and activity levels may be declining - to take that dream trip!"