You know the ones. When you share stories of your latest backpacking trip, the first thing they'll say is "Oh man, I'd love to do that too but I can't right now", accompanied by a whole lot of reasons why they're staying grounded. Funnily enough, they are also the ones who often claim travelling is one of their favourite things to do!
You've probably heard enough of these classic excuses:
1. "I got no money lah!"
The great part about travelling is, you really don't need to be swimming in cash to see the world; some financial discipline is all you need! Sure, a well-paying job helps but most travellers can afford their trip mostly because they are willing to make some sacrifices, like going without their indulgent latte stops everyday.
Also, travelling doesn't always mean an extravagant trip that empties out your life savings. There's always the option of travelling to somewhere local or regional first, if that's what the budget allows, and moving on to further places when the bank balance approves. Most travelers also save a whole lot on their trip by keeping updated on the latest promotions, while some travel pros keep their budget in check by booking their flight and hotel as a package.
2. "It's not safe to travel!"
There's no need to travel to a foreign country to be in danger; sometimes the walk back home from the LRT station is life-threatening enough. It's always important to take the precautions necessary, but the random possibility of being in danger shouldn't be an excuse to not travel.
On that note, it would be wise to avoid problematic areas that are deemed unsafe for travel, especially where political unrest and terrorism threats are concerned.
3. "Where got time?"
The unfortunate fact is that a large number of people are overworked and leave their annual leave barely touched. Yes, a career deserves attention and effort, but so does one's well-being. Plus, studies continue to reveal that people who take time off work end up more productive!
There's more to life than fiercely typing away at the desk and rushing from one appointment to another, after all. The key thing is to work out a travel plan that's doable for one's schedule, whether it's one long trip a year or quick, short breaks every few months.
4. "There's nobody to teman me..."
With solo travelling becoming a hot travel trend, travelling alone has never been easier! The best perk of travelling alone: the itinerary's all about what you want to do! It's the perfect opportunity to finally visit all those quirky places and try all the crazy dishes.
Travelling alone is a great opportunity for some personal time. Sure, things might get awkward at first but in the end, it's a vital lesson on being comfortable in one's own company.
Plus, going solo gives all the more reasons to make some friends! Instead of sticking to the clique on a trip, hanging out alone is the perfect motivation to strike up some of the most memorable conversations of one's life.
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