14 Reasons Vacations Are Way Better As An Adult

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1. You have actual stress to leave at home.

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As a kid, school was fun, sports were fun, weekends were fun -- vacations just meant more fun somewhere else!

2. You can rent the sweet car of your choice...

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Whether it's the cute convertible you've always wanted to drive or a pickup truck that makes you feel like a boss, there is no greater sense of freedom and control.

3. ...and never have to set foot in the backseat

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Carsickness, your sister's bad breath, and your limbs falling asleep from being smushed are now just distant memories.

4. You can watch movies the entire plane ride without anyone nagging you to read instead.

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Headphones in and complimentary pretzels at the ready. Flight: OWNED.

5. You can stay out as late as you want.

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You always knew there was a magical nighttime world that came to life after your bedtime story.

6. Or go to bed at 8 p.m. and LOVE IT.

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How could you have ever, EVER hated sleep?

7. You're not banished to the extra cot...

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You may have been little, but you still wanted to sprawl out...or at least not wake up on the floor.

8. ...or from the hot tub.

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Aaahhh, soothing bliss without the risk of heat exhaustion or drowning!

9. You don't have to try a food that looks gross just because it will be a "cultural experience."

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"MOMMMM, this snack has LEGS!"

10. People-watching? This is now one of your fave activities.

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Wow, guys actually know how to dress here!

11. And talking to strangers is just meeting the locals.

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How else are you supposed to learn about all the city's hidden gems?

12. You can drink ALL the coffee to help you tackle a day of sightseeing.

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Did your parents really wonder why you whined about being tired? Juice? You jest.

13. And you don't have to tidy up before you head out in the morning.

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You were raised to form very good habits. Vacations are your chance to forget them.

14. You can pick more than one souvenir.

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It's your money now, and a single memento from your trip is just not going to cut it! You need something practical, something visual, and something edible (preferably finely aged).

But, most importantly, you can do exactly what you want, every single moment of your trip...

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There's no one stopping you. Except maybe for that couple who really wishes you would stop hogging the hot tub. That's your cue to head back to your room and hit up social media with Marriott Rewards Free Wi-Fi.