Why should we travel?

Every year we look forward to a vacation with friends and family. Come March and we start planning. We first begin with the thought of where to go. We become amateur researchers and peruse the net, travel books, call people to share their travel experiences, visit travel agencies. In that short span we have studied so many places. We have noted down the historical places and natural beauty of the place, the climate, the political scenario, the economy and the hospitality to be expected. Already so much knowledge has been garnered. 

Based on the budget, time schedules and climate desired we fix our destination. If it is an international trip we even study the visa process and prepare our documents in order. We also rehearse our answers during interview thereby gaining communication skills and confidence. 

As the travel date approaches we start focusing on our shopping. Everything that is vital for the trip has to be purchased. When I visited New York in January, I ensured I had carried sufficient woolens and snow shoes. My bag also carried medicines, thick socks and travel cards. 

Once you are on the flight or train you will realize a mind shift has taken place. Your workplace, home chores have taken a backseat and focus is on the present. You start viewing your fellow passengers and the process of making new friends commences. 

During your travel you suddenly feel lighter, you are smiling more, you are more approachable, your senses have heightened and you appreciate natural beauty even more. You become experimentive, stunts like paragliding, bungee jumping, underwater diving and so much more which you would have never thought of doing, you attempt with enthusiasm. You’re bonding with friends and family become stronger, you have time for listening to them. Years have vanished from your face and you look younger. At the end of the trip you are busy thinking of everyone and shopping for all. Your focus has changes once again. You are preparing yourself to return home and embrace your routine once again with vigour.

After you have returned, you replay those memories with fondness and eagerly share your joyous experiences with your loved ones. 

The whole trip from the planning to the settling back has enriched you with so much knowledge, both world wise and personal. So gear up and start planning your next VACATION .