Why Everyone Should Travel at Least Once in Their Lifetime

Traveling at least once in your life is like updating the software on your soul. Sure, life is tolerable from within your cushy little bubble but like an old software version you're missing out on all the new features and security patches with which to protect yourself against dangers of this wonderful world. Saying at it best, traveling is just the ultimate life update to create new experiences and perspectives for a wonder-full you. Plus after all, you never get to lose your luggage in a tropical climate every day.

To start with, let me take you through the pleasure of exploring new cultures. Picture yourself strolling through the hustle and bustle of Tokyo, eating sushi significantly fresher than your morning breath It should be also noted you can't swing a dead in Buenos Aires without hitting someone who dances tango. Life outside the bubble is rocky and varied, filled with countless traditions that put your Western self-isolation binge-watching to shame. This also leads to the excitement of trying, for the first time ever, your hitherto unused pantomime skills around “I require a lavatory”.

Travel also gives you a chance to see nature at its most awe-inspiring. Standing at the edge of the Grand Canyon, feeling like an insignificant speck in the face of nature’s grandeur, really puts things into perspective. Or take the Northern Lights, for example—those neon sky-doodles that make even the most ardent city-dweller consider moving to a cabin in the Arctic. It’s these moments that make you realize there’s a big, beautiful world out there beyond your office cubicle.

Meeting new people is another fantastic reason to hop on a plane. Whether it’s striking up a conversation with a local artisan in a Moroccan market or sharing travel stories with fellow backpackers in a Thai hostel, you’ll form connections that transcend borders and backgrounds. These interactions teach you empathy, broaden your understanding of human experiences, and occasionally provide a couch to crash on for your next adventure. Plus, who doesn’t love a good travel buddy who understands your need to take 50 photos of the same landmark?

Let’s not forget the culinary adventures that travel brings. From devouring street food in Vietnam to indulging in a five-course meal in a Parisian bistro, your taste buds will embark on a journey of their own. Sure, you might accidentally order something that turns out to be deep-fried insects, but that’s all part of the adventure. Food is a universal language, and there’s no better way to understand a culture than through its cuisine—unless you count getting lost in its public transportation system, which is also highly educational.

Finally, travel enriches your life in ways you never imagined. The memories you make, the stories you collect, and the challenges you overcome all contribute to a more vibrant, resilient, and well-rounded you. So, pack your bags, grab your passport, and embark on that journey. Who knows, you might just return with a new favorite city, a penchant for exotic foods, and an inexplicable number of souvenirs that seemed like a good idea at the time. Trust me, the world is waiting to be explored, and your life will be all the richer for it.