I’ve always been baffled by those who never venture far from home.

Many of my journeys have gifted me with priceless experiences that no travel book or YouTube video could ever replicate.

As a child, I was fortunate that my parents took me away to distant and exotic destinations.

However, it wasn’t until my mid-thirties that I set out on a solo adventure.

Solo travel, I quickly discovered, is a powerfully eye-opening and liberating experience.

I learned a lot about myself and the world through solo travel.

I became a more resourceful and more decisive person.

The world that looked once so small in my head, started to look more bright, big and beautiful.

And I met a lot of new interesting people during my solo travels.

Honestly, I firmly believe that everyone should explore a new destination at least once a year.

And it doesn’t matter whether you travel solo, with your partner or with your friends.

Travel expands your horizons and touches your heart in ways you might never expect.

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