Travel Insights from 25 Travelers

This blog is about sharing travel discoveries and inspiring people to travel.

We like to hear about other travelers’ discoveries and experiences as much as we like making our own, so we started  “Travel Chat” interviews with other travelers and with travel insiders.

Here’s a recap of Travel Chats from the past three years, covering a wide range of travel destinations and travel styles, from exploring National Parks to going local in Hawaii, to insights from expats who lived abroad.

Travel Insights from Creative Types

 

“To travel is to see new things”;sort of like eye candy.” A Travel Chat with an Illustrator

“Art and travel are connected and provide inspiration for a layered life.” A Travel Chat with a Graphic Designer

“I want my kids to see that there is a bigger world out there.” A Travel Chat with our Blog Designer.

“When I travel”; it’s the differences in how people approach things that really inspire me “;” A Travel Chat with an Advertising Man

“When I travel, my camera is with me all day.” A Travel Chat with an Art Photographer.

 

 

Advice from Youngsters and College-Age Travelers

“The worldly perspective gained from travel is incomparable to any other experience.” A Travel Chat with Hospitality Management Student

“Traveling teaches us about other places and other people.” A Travel Chat With a Social Media Intern.

 

These Doctors and Lawyers Like Outdoor Travel Adventures

“I never knew I could enjoy life so much without electricity “;” A Travel Chat with a southeastern Missouri Attorney

“National parks “;truly special, truly American places. All of them can steal your breath and touch your soul.” A Travel Chat with a Business Owner and a Family Doctor.

 

Travel Advice from Consultants of All Stripes

“You can read about other parts of the world, but until you experience it, you don’t truly appreciate what is out there.” – A Travel Chat with an Investment Advisor.

“In the fall, the vines are turning beautiful shades of orange and gold”;.” A Travel Chat with an Northern California Environmental Consultant

“The world is becoming more global. “;it’s important we learn about other cultures “;” A Travel Chat with an Internet Marketing Consultant.

“If I don’t have my “˜fun on’, I might as well stay home!” A Travel Chat with a Professional Organizer.

“Spending time in gorgeous settings feeds my soul”;” A Travel Chat with a Kansas City Entrepreneur.

“Travel means letting go and getting outside of your normal, stressful life.” A Travel Chat with a Lifestyle Coach.

 

Expats Don’t Just Travel Abroad, They Live in Another Country or Two

“Be flexible. Un-planned events are our favorites.” A Travel Chat with the Johnsons, former European Ex-pats.

“Traveling is not just about going places, but experiencing them.” A Travel Chat with German Expats.

Insights from Travel Industry Insiders

“The Killer whales (Orcas) fascinate the heck out of me.” A Travel Chat with a Fifth Generation Alaskan.

“Travel allows us discovery of ourselves”;” A Travel Chat with an Hawaii Insider.

“I love to see new places and experience the beauty, food and people of different regions.” A Travel Chat with a Cruise Industry Insider

“I live in one of the most beautiful places on the planet “;.” A Travel Chat with an Alaska Insider

“What traveler wouldn’t want to come to Homer?” A Travel Chat with an Alaskan Insider.

 

Travel Advice From Dad

“Utilize Your Travel Time and Opportunity “;GO-GO-GO!” A Father’s Day Travel Chat

 

What piece of travel advice has inspired your travels?  Please share your thoughts in comments below. 

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