Travel with a purpose

06 Jun 2018 Comments Off

Dear Fellow Journalers,

Last year I wrote and shared some ideas about creating a travel journal. I was skeptical at first but I became aware as time went on, that many of you actually liked the ideas I found and began your own travel/adventure journal.

So this year I have decided to revisit this topic. I will not ‘re-write the posts but instead tackle this topic from a new perspective. I hope you enjoy the ride! As always, please share your comments with us. We make this journey we all live together.

Have you ever thought about travelling but you felt something was holding you back? Maybe you need something to kick start your motivation – some purpose for you to grab a suitcase and plan a trip. Here are some purposeful motivators:

Take a food tour. The Food Channel is always presenting recipes from different cultures. Why not research the destination and cuisine as well?
Try a wine or beer tour. Many local farms offer samples and may allow a fantastic tour through the brewing process.
Sign up for a photography class. Many are offered through adult education classes. You’ll learn how to take great pictures which will enhance your destination and ultimately your journal.

4.Attend a sporting event. If money allows, you could go to an event in another state or even country ( like the Olympics).

Take a hike. You can bike/hike trails in almost every state and take that camera with you!
Learn another language. If you’ve ever wanted to travel to say Italy, you’ll be better prepared to order you new favorite meal (see #1).
Go whitewater rafting or for more daring journalists, zip lining.
Search out coral reefs or go scuba diving.
Follow history. One of the most interesting trails is one I took in Boston Massachusetts years ago. I took a hike on the Freedom Trail.
Visit the setting of one of your favorite books or series. It will bring the story alive for you. In her book “The Wilder Life,”, author Sarah Miller describes her journey following Laura Ingalls Wilder’s journey on the frontier.
If you’re a film buff, travel to locations where your favorite movie or tv show was filmed. Many people are ‘re-reading and ‘re-enacting Jane Austen’ “Pride and Prejudice”.
Investigate your heritage. After researching your ancestors, check out their homes.