How to be in the Moment When Traveling
The age of social media has changed the world in many ways. It has also helped evolve the travel experience of many people. The downside is that more people are focused on sharing their travel experience instead of enjoying the experience. Gone were the days when people soak into their trip and forget everything else. You should go back to that time and pay attention into making your trip more meaningful. Here are some tips to help you be in the moment as you travel.
Use a digital camera
Instead of taking photos from your phone, use a digital camera. You don’t want to feel tempted to use your social media while taking pictures. You also don’t want to respond to calls and text while you travel. Besides, nothing beats the quality of images when you use a modern digital camera. You can still bring your phone with you for directions and other information, but keep it in your bag.
Read and observe
Whether you’re on the streets or inside the museum, read and observe. You will learn more as you read the signs and explanations. Don’t just pay attention to having the best Instagram shots. You might obsess about how great you look and forget to appreciate where you are. If you’re visiting historical sites, it’s even more critical to pay attention to the small details. They’ve been around for generations and you’re lucky to see them in person.
Have fun
Some people have goals when they travel. They wish to taste all the sumptuous local cuisines possible. Others want to visit popular places as part of their bucket list. It doesn’t matter if you want to achieve these things as long as you’re having fun. The problem is when you obsess about checking them off of your list and you no longer enjoy the process.
Clear your schedule
Don’t go on a trip if you have other things to do. You will only look at your watch all the time. You can’t wait to head back home or be on your computer to respond to emails. If there’s a lot on your plate, reschedule the trip. Consider a better time when you have nothing much to do. Clearing your schedule also helps you plan better. You won’t have to settle with whatever is available because you can only accommodate it on your schedule.
Forget social media
Decide on every detail based on what will make you happy, and not on what will look good on social media. Stop obsessing about your social status and focus on what matters more in life. There’s nothing wrong in sharing snippets of your life on social media, but don’t let things revolve around it.
With these tips, you will find your travel experiences more enjoyable. You will have difficulty adjusting at first, but you will eventually get there. Always remember that these trips are rare since you’re too busy with work. Don’t waste the chance by not soaking in the moment.
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