The Benefits of Travel: How Travel Can Enhance Your Life
Sod houses in Iceland
Travel, sojourn, expedition, trek, excursion, odyssey - just some of the many words for travel. Do you love to travel or does the thought of travel stress you out? (We can talk about that another time…) What are the benefits of travel? There are some obvious benefits while others may be less apparent. Travel is one of the best ways to relax & unwind, whether it’s a long weekend just hours from home or an exotic expedition on another continent. We lead such stressful lives and travel is a great way to reduce stress and improve our health, allowing us to live in the moment and appreciate life.
There are so many beautiful and interesting places to see - stunning natural wonders like the Grand Canyon or amazing man-made wonders like the Pyramids of Egypt. There is just so much to see and do in the world!
When you travel you experience different cultures which widens your world view and changes your perceptions. This education about people, their customs and the different places that they live is another important travel benefit. For me sampling local delicacies is a highlight of my journeys. I haven’t always liked the things I’ve tried but it’s all part of the travel experience.
Creating great memories with family and friends is another benefit of travel. It is said that it’s not the destination but the journey that counts. Whether it’s the locals or a group of like-minded travelers, the memories you make through your interactions with others is one of the joys of travel. They say there’s no place like home but you may never appreciate what you have until you leave it behind and then return.
There are so many ways to travel - ocean or river cruising, all-inclusives, rail journeys, escorted tours or fully independent travel, treks, safaris and more.
If you are interested in travel and would like to know more I have a wealth of travel knowledge. I have lived in 5 countries, traveled to 41 states and visited 32 countries and am always adding more! I am a member of the American Society of Travel Agents and a travel advisor with Cruise Planners, a full service travel agency as an associate of Lina Dicola. Feel free to email me for travel advice and information at sam.dejager@cruiseplanners.com. You are also welcome to join my Facebook group Fredericksburg and Surrounding Area Travel Partners.
“Travel is the only thing you can buy that makes you richer.” (Author unknown).
