The mission: visit 206 countries and territories where Coca-Cola is sold (or as many as they possibly could in one year) to seek out and document sources of happiness around the world.
“People of all countries and cultures told us family and friends are what make them happy most, and they often mentioned good music, good food and sports,” said Ferris. “The general rule is that people make people happy. When they mention food or music or sports, they talk about sharing those experiences with other people as the true source of happiness.”
More than 275,000 miles, 186 countries and 365 days after hitting the road, the team of three ‘happiness ambassadors’ arrived at the World of Coca-Cola museum in Atlanta, crossing the finish line on one of the world’s most ambitious travel adventures.
The team was greeted at the finish line by some of the happiest people they met during the expedition, who came to Atlanta from places such as China, Ukraine and South Korea.
As part of the festivities, the team members shared highlights of their journey and the common themes of happiness they uncovered – family, friends, music, sports and food.
Source: The Coca-Cola Company
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