DeloisTraveling the world has always been on my bucket list. Pictures of “those far-away places with strange sounding names” as the old song says “keep calling me.” Today it seems to be the trendy thing to do for young and old. Traveling lets you see new places, eat different food, meet people who see life through eyes of a different culture and live in different circumstances. All of these things are great on their own merit, but traveling is good for your well being and good and adds challenges to your mind. It’s just good for you all around. Here are some reasons.
Traveling allows you to learn about other people
When you travel, you find out how people in different countries get up in the mornings, what they may or may not eat for breakfast, their interactions during the day and how they interact with each other. You experience the changes in clothing, language and mannerisms. You discover that many things are different but some things never change. Smiles and nods can still mean in any country, that you will get help with what you don’t understand from a local person.
You can find out how well you cope with new surroundings
Seeing words on signs that you can’t read or hearing strange sounding words that you don’t understand can lead you to panic and feel confused. Making preparations before you travel can help with language barriers. Learning some key phrases that you may need such as how to ask where to go, how much it costs, how to get to the restroom, please and thank you will help. If local people see you are trying to communicate in their language, usually they reward your effort with helping you out. You find out that you can survive and feel accomplished with getting what you need and being understood in a totally different environment. You can cope.
You actually visit historical places you have only read about
Walking over the same ground as St.Paul, the apostle on the Via Appia in Italy was humbling to me when I lived in Italy during our military tour. Actually seeing an Egyptian style bridge on the side of the highway we traveled daily was sobering, knowing how old it was. Going to Mt. Vernon, the home of President George Washington, was also amazing because it is actually a home of the first president of the United States. All these places were what I read about and actually being there was a great way to actually see and feel history. You too as a traveler can experience history.
When you travel, you learn to be flexible and appreciate things you have taken for granted
Traveling to countries that only drink bottled water because they have to or do not have clean drinking water at all, allows you to appreciate your everyday trip to the kitchen faucet to get a drink of water. Having central heat and air conditioning is not common in many countries of the world. Convenient public transportation, ownership of private automobiles and access to health facilities are limited or not as available in many areas of the world. Experiencing a period without these conveniences causes you to appreciate things you take for granted.
On the other hand, there are some countries that may be more advanced in conveniences for daily life and this will give you food for thought on what can be improved in your own country.
Traveling gives you memories that help you create your own history
Traveling creates memories of your own to talk and laugh about. You can reminisce about how difficult it was to buy tickets in Italy to ride a train or ask for directions in Spain back to the main road. You can remember how you thought calamari were onion rings the first time you saw them in that Italian trattoria. You will have fun thinking about how you figured out which door to walk in to get inside a restaurant in Japan even though you could not read a word of Japanese over the entrance. Memories you will have and also the stories to tell for a lifetime.
You get to have an adventure
The final reason traveling is good for your well being is that life will never be “boring.” You have a chance to meet new people, see new things, hear new words, eat new foods. You have a chance to cross cultures and feel closer to your fellow sojourners of life in this world. You get to live life as an adventure.
Best Wishes for Great Travels
I love to travel for all the reasons that you mention here in this wonderful article with pretty pictures. I would like to ad that I also travel to see the different types of nature and wildlife worldwide. Hence the reason I am crazy about Africa, as the fauna and flora there is so much more intense than in Europe. And meeting people from all over the world really does give more perspective on the world and its citizens. Lovely blog!
I agree with you, Lizzy. A chance to see different types of nature and wildlife is a very good reason for travel to various destinations around the world. There are many amazing plants and animals. These kinds of trips keeps us in awe of our world. Thanks for your encouraging comments.
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Traveling does all of the things you have mentioned for the traveller. There are other rewards that I enjoy. I have enjoyed seeing different architecture from modern to ancient. I have always admired man kinds ability to build beautiful structures not matter what the tools. Different parts of the world offer a different view of creation from the deserts to the mountains and beautiful island. New vistas are breathtaking. Also, I have found that travel has allowed me to see many of the creatures that I have only read about from the narwhale to the elephant where they live. Travel is good for every part of our well being.
Thanks for reading my posts. I like architecture, too and I can tell when houses in the USA were made by the building style. I liked to study the changes in clothes, architecture and automobiles over the different time periods. It is really fun to see history like this.
Thanks for reading my post. You have done some traveling. Where have you been in your travels? What architect is your favorite?
Hi Delois,
I agree that traveling is good for your well-being. Not only does it allow you to break away from your daily routine and explore new places, but it also opens up doors to new experiences and encounters. I been travel for so many place in the past and i realized that meeting new people from different cultures and backgrounds can broaden your perspective on life and help you grow as a person. Trying new foods and hearing new languages can also be incredibly enriching. Thank you for sharing the benefits of travelling, I really enjoy reading for it.
I love this website and his article! It was very engaging and well-worded. It teaches you what traveling is all about and what it does for your life and your psyche! It is truly wonderful. I have a different view however only because I am a truck driver! So I see the country through a window and can’t always find a place to park. But I really love the way you wrote this! Keep up the great work!
Thanks so much for taking time to read my post and your comments. Thank you for your service as a truck driver because we would not have all our needs and necessities delivered without you and all the truck drivers.
I completely agree that traveling is good and essential for your well-being. As someone who loves to travel (road trips are the best!), I’ve experienced firsthand the benefits of learning about other cultures, adapting to new environments, and creating lasting memories. Plus, the excitement of going on an adventure and exploring new places is absolutely unmatched.
Thanks Aly for taking time to comment here on my post. Where have your road trips taken you?