Firstly, I love your pics!
While happiness is something that comes from within, almost a state of mind more than anything, it is certainly easier to display happiness when in sympathetic surroundings and, for me, I find places out in nature to be more conducive to displaying happiness.
I all agree with what you have emphasized about happiness my dear friend, @stuartcturnbull. Perhaps happiness is never a goal but is a product of our deeds that make us happy. Thank you so much for adding your significant remarks. Have a nice time and keep safe.