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Holidaymakers must work hard: Idleness is the beginning of all burdens

From Der Standard · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The article humorously suggests that modern vacations require significant effort and "work" beyond leisure.
  • It describes the "breakfast buffet" as a "workbench" for satisfying hunger, implying a structured, almost industrial approach to holiday sustenance.
  • Travelers, especially those in Europe's hotter regions, are advised to prepare for "industriousness" and "activity" rather than pure relaxation.

The notion of a relaxing vacation is humorously challenged in this piece, which suggests that modern holidays demand a surprising amount of effort and "work." The article posits that checking into a vacation today means being busy from morning till night, requiring a digital diligence and the collection of various "certifications."

The breakfast buffet is metaphorically described as a "manufacturing site for the holiday saturation feeling," akin to a "workbench" designed to forcefully eliminate hunger. This framing implies that even the most basic holiday activity is approached with a structured, almost task-oriented mindset.

Travelers opting for vacations in Europe's heat-stricken landscapes are warned that comfort is not the sole offering. The article advises continental travelers to cultivate their "work ethic" even before their holiday begins. Experienced hotel guests, it suggests, understand this dynamic well.

While guests might believe they are exempt from gainful employment during their stay, the article playfully suggests that those who choose to explore Europe's nearby regions will encounter "new, fruitful fields of never-tiring activity." The piece concludes with a note about website content access, indicating a paywall.

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Originally published by Der Standard in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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