Why One Should Travel?

“I travel not to go anywhere, but to go. I travel for travel's sake. The great affair is to move.”

― Robert Louis Stevenson, Travels with a Donkey in the Cevennes 

Hello friends, thank you so much for appreciating my first post. My new post is all about "Why one should travel?" What I believe is that we all are travelers. Every person has his/her own reason for travelling. Some wanders for distraction, some to find the peace of their mind and some to find answers of many unanswered questions of life. 

“We travel, some of us forever, to seek other states, other lives, other souls.” 

― Anaïs Nin, The Diary of Anaïs Nin, Vol. 7: 1966-1974

So here in this blog I have listed out some interesting reasons for WHY ONE SHOULD TRAVEL? 

I hope it can inspire you. Please share in the comments if you think I missed any important ones.

• Travel gives a sense of absolute freedom. 

[Jegri Light House, Mahuva, Gujarat] 

When you travel you meet new people and the journey helps you to make some great friends along the way. Once you leave behind your insecurities, open up and start interacting with other people, you can plan anything with your fellow travelers. When you’re traveling, you’re open to change, ready to welcome it with open arms. Like a bird, you are free to go anywhere.

• You can leave everything else behind.

[Our Signature WAYFARER'S JUMP at White Desert, Kutch, Gujarat] 

Just disconnect from the world for a while. Turn off your mobile; forget to check your E-mails and Whats app/Facebook for a few days. Don’t think about the study, the responsibilities, the duties and problems. Leave them behind and enjoy the moments. Make the best out of all the time you have got.

• Travel Challenges your fears and insecurities.

[I do crazy things sometimes. wait....Everythime] 

This is a big one, especially when you are travelling alone. “What if something goes wrong?” OR “What if you get into trouble?” Questions like these may arise. Read and research a lot before you travel to plan your trip well, but be prepared for any uncertainty. Travel teaches us to take chances, take risks and to be adventurous. Adventure camps and trekking trips will help to overcome your fears and it will build up a confidence within you.

• You will meet amazing people.

[My little friends from Manali, Himachal Pradesh]

[Folk artists at White Desert, Kutch, Gujarat]

[Happy Faces, Manali, Himachal Pradesh]

[Doesn't she look adorable? Manali, Himachal Pradesh]

This is the best thing about travelling. While you’re travelling, you’re much more eager to meet new people. May be you can find some travel buddies who shares the same passion and interests. You can team up with other travelers and that will definitely add more fun, excitement and memories to your trip. Also, you get chance to see the lifestyles of different people of different places. Always respect the local culture and try to learn about their language, lifestyles, food habits, festivals etc.

• Shopping and different delicious food.

[Handicrafts of Kutch, Gujarat]

If you are a foodie then travelling to different places will give you a chance to add more flavors and taste into your life. You can have many options while you travel. Traditional food items, local cuisines, street food or special dishes at famous restaurants, you can have it all! Shopping becomes a fun activity while you travel. You can buy yourself new clothes, foot wares, souvenirs and many more. You can find special gifts for your special ones. The economical benefit will also bring happiness and support the local people who are associated with these small scale businesses.

• It will add many wonderful memories in the form of cool photographs.

[Ahmedabad at night]

[Fly high! Gateway of Agra Fort, Uttar Pradesh]

[Sculptures of Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh]

[Beautiful sunset at Mahuva, Gujarat]

[Solang Valley, Himachal Pradesh]

[Manali, Himachal Pradesh]

This is an advantage of travelling. When you travel, carry your camera with you. Try to capture the beauty of that places that you visit. You can capture nature, birds, sun rise and sun set, local markets, people, food, art pieces, architectures and famous/heritage buildings and also some cool Selfies for your Instagram ;) It will not only give some bragging rights but also unforgettable memories of lifetime.

• You may Fall in love. 

This is the most beautiful thing about travelling. We find love when we meet someone who shares our interests, dreams and goals. There are many people out there with amazing stories. You could also meet your soulmate on the journey and write an amazing story of your life.

(NO PICTURES FOR THIS ONE! #foreversingle)

So, Plan a trip. Go somewhere new. Try something adventurous!

Love yourself, love your day, and love your life. 

EAT WELL, TRAVEL OFTEN.