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1. You wake up and it hits you\u2014only 5 days until vacation! Should you start to pack? Nah. You\u2019ve got plenty of time.<\/p>\n

\"Emotion1\"<\/a><\/p>\n

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2. You get to work, and attempt some tasks. Seriously? How can you even be expected to work this week? Ugh! You give up on work and make a Pinterest board about your vacation.<\/p>\n

\"emotions2\"<\/p>\n

Related: Takebetter vacation selfies with these six gadgets<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

3. Three days until vacation. You want to be excited, but suddenly you\u2019re overcome with fear. \u201cAm I ready? Did I even book my flight?! Do I have a seat? WHERE ARE MY EMAIL CONFIRMATIONS?\u201d<\/p>\n

\"emotions3\"<\/p>\n

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4. Breathe. Everything is fine. Let\u2019s make a to-do list and a packing list to get those nerves out. Ah, that\u2019s much better.<\/p>\n

\"emotions4\"<\/p>\n

Related: Where would Yoga Jones and Crazy Eyes go on vacation?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

5. Exactly 24 hours until vacation! You\u2019re so frickin\u2019 excited it\u2019s taking over your whole being. All you want to do is go shopping for quirky sunglasses and listen to the Beach Boys.<\/p>\n

\"emotions5\"<\/p>\n

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6. Okay, let\u2019s pack. It\u2019s packin\u2019 time! Gonna pack real good. You\u2019re the President of Packing! Oh wait, you need to do laundry first. Cripes, this is going to take longer than you thought. No problem, you\u2019ll just put on a packing playlist and show your suitcase who\u2019s boss.<\/p>\n

\"emotions6\"<\/p>\n

Related: Which solo-traveling movie character are you? (Quiz)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

7. It\u2019s the night before the big day and you can\u2019t fall asleep because you\u2019re too excited. You give up on a good night\u2019s sleep and decide to find the perfect movie to watch on your flight. Download complete!<\/p>\n

\"emotions7\"<\/p>\n

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8. Today is the day! Okay, focus. You\u2019re almost there. You laid out your travel outfit last night, so just get dressed, pack those last few toiletries, and throw some snacks in your carry-on.<\/p>\n

\"emotions8\"<\/p>\n

Related: Here’s who to tip, and how much, during US trips\u00a0(infographic)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

9. You walk through the doors of the airport like you own the place. Where\u2019s that security line? You\u2019re about to make it your b*tch.<\/p>\n

\"emotions9\"<\/p>\n

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10.You find your terminal and pick up a trashy magazine from Hudson News on the way. Oh, would you look at that! It\u2019s boarding time, which is airport jargon for “Your vacation is about to begin.” See you on the other side.<\/p>\n

\"emotions10\"<\/a><\/p>\n

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Take the first step in experiencing the anticipation: book your\u00a0next trip here!\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

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