I think going away once a year gives you something to look fowarrd to, especially if you are constantly working and the weather is so dull where you live. I would definitely prefer going away once a year, somewhere warm! It's something to look fowarrd to and gives you a break from every day stresses and time to chill out. If you have a long time working without breaks or time away then it can all become too much. So that's what I prefer to do