As I\u2019m typing this, I\u2019m sitting in Ataturk Airport in Istanbul. I’m on the last leg of my last international trip of the year and I wanted to address a commonly asked question: Do I get tired of traveling so much?<\/p>\n

While I love experiencing new places, I\u2019ve come to enjoy returning home just as much. I miss my dogs, my mom (who currently lives with me) and my bed. I miss the familiarity and routine that home brings.<\/p>\n

Most times when I\u2019m traveling, it\u2019s been a bit difficult adapting my routines to my travel schedule.<\/p>\n

Meal planning and exercise are a big part of my life. But, I\u2019ve been away from this part of my routine for about a month now.<\/p>\n

Sometimes it can be too much. But, before I end the year out, I want to share my thoughts from my trips this year. And, whether I get tired of traveling so much.<\/p>\n

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London & Amsterdam<\/a><\/li>
Germany<\/a><\/li>
Austria<\/a><\/li>
Louisville, KY & Richmond, VA<\/a><\/li>
Philadelphia<\/a><\/li>
New Orleans <\/a><\/li>
Atlanta <\/a><\/li>
Memphis<\/a><\/li>
Barbados<\/a><\/li>
Ecuador<\/a><\/li>
Turkey<\/a><\/li>
Nepal<\/a><\/li>
So What’s My Answer?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n
<\/span>London & Amsterdam<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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At the end of last year and into the new year, my best friend and I decided to embark on our first trip together. I didn’t know what to expect honestly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
We’re a bit like oil and water but also like peanut butter and jelly. We are a weird, but complementary union. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I was nervous. The last time I did anything with a close friend, we ended up no longer friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So my hesitation stemmed from my past “hurt.” Yet, we flew across the ocean to two new destinations! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
First, Amsterdam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Amsterdam Central Train Station<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Amsterdam was too cold! But, of course, I should’ve expected that when traveling there in winter. As Miami girls, we didn’t know any better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Regardless, we enjoyed our short two days in the country. Most memorable was our trip to the Anne Frank house<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It was a powerful moment. It was also hard, which is why I cried during my visit<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There was a moment that truly touched me. When walking in the room where the family hid, the floor creaked. Can you imagine having to hide somewhere and stay so quiet that even a mouse couldn’t hear you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The tears started. I couldn’t stop them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
All I could think of is how they managed to stay hidden for as long as they did? Would they have survived if no one ratted them out?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I truly recommend a visit to the Anne Frank House<\/a>. It isn’t a time for a selfie or photo opp, but truly a moment of remembrance and appreciation for life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Our next stop, London!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here’s a quick<\/g> unedited version of my conversation with Nelda, my best friend of 16 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n<\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\nSo Nelda’s goal was to find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetimes.co.uk\/article\/idris-elba-interview-the-star-of-luther-and-our-dream-007-talks-sex-appeal-and-metoo-6p52fh0sq\">Idris Elba<\/a>, I was certainly on a quest to find a King. Well, a future king. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWhile our adventure didn’t result in either of us accomplishing our goal, it was a much-needed “<g class=\"gr_ gr_17 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_disable_anim_appear ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"17\" data-gr-id=\"17\">friendcation<\/g>.” <\/p>\n\n\n\nMost times we explored together. We also allowed each other space to go off on our own. While I participated in a <a href=\"https:\/\/freetoursbyfoot.com\/london-tours\/\">free walking tour<\/a>, she got to see the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Attraction_Review-g186338-d187547-Reviews-Tower_of_London-London_England.html\">Queen’s jewels<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\nEleven days of travel was worth it! Together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/span>Germany<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\nOn my itinerary was Cologne, Augsburg, and Bamberg, cities I had never been to before. And an opportunity to visit three institutions offering study abroad programs for my students. If you don’t know, I work in a study abroad office in the US. Fun!<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat I didn\u2019t expect to deal with on the trip was a broken suitcase and getting lost. <\/p>\n\n\n\nGermany also served as a solo trip. As I made my way through the country mostly via train, I saw the country in a new light; as a true adult. My first time traveling there, I was a young, fearful 23-year-old graduate student living in Madrid. <\/p>\n\n\n\nNow, I’m a 30-year-old, full-time employee with a bit of life experience and perspective about the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1539\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_0804.jpg?fit=1024%2C769&ssl=1\" alt=\"Germany\" class=\"wp-image-9859\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_0804.jpg?w=2048&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_0804.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_0804.jpg?resize=768%2C577&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_0804.jpg?resize=1024%2C769&ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption>Pondering life (or posing) at a German restaurant in Cologne<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nI was pleasantly surprised at how much I\u2019ve grown in several years. <\/p>\n\n\n\nGermany was a reminder that even going to the same places, you can have different experiences. At 23, the world was so new to me. Now, it’s a field full of lessons that requires much more than curiosity. But, also respect, appreciation, and openness.<\/p>\n\n\n\nDuring my trip, I met colleagues for the first time, learned about the eccentricities of the German language, and gained first-hand experience of the colleges abroad. My students are counting on me. To be able to answer, which study abroad program could be the best fit for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNow that I’m thinking about it, Germany was much more than a business and solo trip. Figuratively, I stepped back into my 23-year-old self and conquered what challenged me in the past: traveling solo and navigating a city where I didn’t know the native language (well).  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/span>Austria<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou’ve ever traveled to a country or place without a clue of its history or what it’s known for? That’s Austria.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAustria was a quick day trip while on my business trip to Germany. While in Augsburg, I took a five-hour train to Salzburg; well worth the views of the beautiful landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\nI’m a nature girl. Content with trees, mountains, sun, and grass. That’s enough to take my breath away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1539\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Untitled-design-5.png?fit=1024%2C769&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9889\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Untitled-design-5.png?w=2048&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Untitled-design-5.png?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Untitled-design-5.png?resize=768%2C577&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Untitled-design-5.png?resize=1024%2C769&ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption>The Alps<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nOnce in Salzburg, a ten-minute walk will take you to Maribel Palace and Gardens, the location of the film, The Sound of Music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote style=\"text-align:center\" class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">“When the Lord closes a door, somewhere He opens a window.” <\/p><cite>  – Maria Von Trapp<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1334\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_5239.jpg?fit=576%2C1024&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"9890\" data-link=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/?attachment_id=9890\" class=\"wp-image-9890\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_5239.jpg?w=750&ssl=1 750w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_5239.jpg?resize=169%2C300&ssl=1 169w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_5239.jpg?resize=576%2C1024&ssl=1 576w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption>Mozart’s Birthplace<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1334\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_5238.jpg?fit=576%2C1024&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"9891\" data-link=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/?attachment_id=9891\" class=\"wp-image-9891\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_5238.jpg?w=750&ssl=1 750w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_5238.jpg?resize=169%2C300&ssl=1 169w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_5238.jpg?resize=576%2C1024&ssl=1 576w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption>Mirabel Palace and Gardens<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nI didn’t have a goal or place to be. I just wandered until it was time to board my train back to Augsburg. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote style=\"text-align:center\" class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\u201cLife is what happens to us while we are making other plans.\u201d<\/p><cite>\u2015 Allen Saunders<\/strong> <\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/span>Louisville, KY & Richmond, VA<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\nI will group these two destinations together because: Football!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1334\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_5241.jpg?fit=576%2C1024&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9893\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_5241.jpg?w=750&ssl=1 750w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_5241.jpg?resize=169%2C300&ssl=1 169w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_5241.jpg?resize=576%2C1024&ssl=1 576w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption>Hours before kickoff<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nMy team’s season ended 4-4, with losses in these two cities. Yes, it’s difficult traveling elsewhere to get beaten by your opponents. It’s harder when your spirit is down and your body mirrors how you feel after a loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\nI’m grateful to experience new places in the midst of a team sport. Playing football is a lot like traveling. There will be challenges and successful moments. Still, it takes the right attitude to get through anything.<\/p>\n\n\n\nDuring the season, I knocked two more states off my bucket list and also met other talented women who love this sport as much as I do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/span>Philadelphia<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\nI almost forgot to add Philly to my list. How can I overlook the city of brotherly love?<\/p>\n\n\n\nEach year, I attend the NAFSA National Conference where I and 14,000 other professionals meet to discuss improvements, issues, and opportunities within international education. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe day before the start of the conference, I reserved a <a href=\"https:\/\/freetoursbyfoot.com\/philadelphia-tours\/\">free-walking tour<\/a> around the city. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_8964.jpg?fit=1024%2C768&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"9894\" data-link=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/?attachment_id=9894\" class=\"wp-image-9894\"\/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_2053.jpg?fit=1024%2C768&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"9895\" data-link=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/?attachment_id=9895\" class=\"wp-image-9895\"\/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_2370.jpg?fit=1024%2C768&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"9897\" data-link=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/?attachment_id=9897\" class=\"wp-image-9897\"\/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nFor two hours, our guide led us through small streets, churches attended by former presidents, and monuments as she explained the city known as the birthplace of the US. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe quick tour gave me insight into a city that celebrities like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/willsmith\/?hl=en\">Will Smith<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/therealeve\/?hl=en\">Eve<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/boyziimen\/?hl=en\">Boyz II Men<\/a> call home. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe remainder of the week included multiple meetings, presentations and sessions, happy hours, and parties; a time to reestablish a connection with longtime friends, former colleagues and new partnerships. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/span>New Orleans <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\nNOLA <a href=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/essence-fest-your-beginners-guide-video\/\">Essence Fest<\/a> was the highlight of my summer. Woot! Woot! <\/p>\n\n\n\nThanks to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Girls-Trip-Regina-Hall\/dp\/B073VD4W4Z\">Girls Trip<\/a>, my mom and I set on a road trip from South Carolina to Louisiana for the three-day festival. My brother’s girlfriend joined as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1539\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_4117.jpg?fit=769%2C1024&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9879\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_4117.jpg?w=1539&ssl=1 1539w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_4117.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_4117.jpg?resize=768%2C1022&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_4117.jpg?resize=769%2C1024&ssl=1 769w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1539px) 100vw, 1539px\" \/><figcaption>Before walking into the Superdome for Night one’s concerts<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nI always loved New Orleans. The culture. The people. The pride. The flavor. The cuisine. Having traveled to NOLA three times before, I was ready to see the city light up with brown and black people swarming the streets. <\/p>\n\n\n\nI was most excited about seeing my favorite artists, such as Miguel, Janet Jackson, Lloyd, Queen Latifah, Mannie Fresh and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\nImagine a kid at Disney or at Hogwarts. Now, imagine me at Essence Fest.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThroughout the day, there were empowerment series and sessions focusing on voting, financial tools and competitions, health care, and beauty and hair.<\/p>\n\n\n\nI left with this message in mind: “Build up the community, one person at a time.” Note: Interested in attending? Learn more with this <a href=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/essence-fest-your-beginners-guide-video\/\">beginner’s guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSo, of course, this adventure was well worth the drive and exhaustion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/span>Atlanta <\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\nI turned 30 this year. A milestone for most of us, I regained some peace and liberation being in a city that I once <a href=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/findpurpose-travel-football-collide\/\">loved and traveled to frequently<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1334\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_5235.jpg?fit=576%2C1024&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_5235.jpg?w=750&ssl=1 750w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_5235.jpg?resize=169%2C300&ssl=1 169w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/IMG_5235.jpg?resize=576%2C1024&ssl=1 576w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption>Feeling glamorous on my birthday weekend<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nI attended the One Music Fest featuring artists such as Miguel, H.E.R., Monica, Big Boi, Crime Mob and so many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"769\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Untitled-design-4.png?resize=1024%2C769&ssl=1\" alt=\"Atlanta One Music Fest\" class=\"wp-image-9888\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Untitled-design-4.png?resize=1024%2C769&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Untitled-design-4.png?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Untitled-design-4.png?resize=768%2C577&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Untitled-design-4.png?w=2048&ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption>Waiting for the ATL Crunk Set<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nWith family and friends to help me celebrate, my weekend in Atlanta topped all other birthdays before!<\/p>\n\n\n\nBlack people, music, nature, and sweat. That’s all I needed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/span>Memphis<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\nNamed after the ancient capital of Egypt, Memphis became the destination for this year’s regional <a href=\"http:\/\/nafsa.org\/\">NAFSA conference for international educators<\/a> in the southeastern region of the US. <\/p>\n\n\n\nOnly a three-day conference, one of which I presented a session, I arrived <g class=\"gr_ gr_10 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace\" id=\"10\" data-gr-id=\"10\">early<\/g> Sunday morning to have a free day to see “The Bluff City”.<\/p>\n\n\n\nNot enough time to see all 60+ tourist sites, I opted for a few: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/Memphis-attractions\/Memphis-National-Civil-Rights-Museum\/d783-a1933\">The National Civil Rights Museum<\/a>, Beale Street Historic District, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/tours\/Memphis\/Memphis-Heritage-Attraction-Pass\/d783-2674P5\">Lorraine Hotel<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbkings.com\/memphis\">B.B. King’s Blue’s Club.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Mural.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Mural.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Mural.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Mural.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Mural.jpg?w=2048&ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption>Upstanders Mural<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nMemphis didn’t seem like much but a quiet, beige and brown town (possibly because the conference was held a week before Thanksgiving).<\/p>\n\n\n\nI guess instead I should classify Memphis as a quiet, peaceful, and walkable city. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStaying in the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peabodymemphis.com\/\">Peabody Hotel<\/a>, home of the marching <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peabodymemphis.com\/ducks-en.html\">ducks<\/a>, I found a balance between sightseeing, conference-going, and the hotel service. <\/p>\n\n\n\nListen!! I’ve never experienced such great and personal hotel service before. It was “Ms. Smith this” or “Yes, Ms. Smith.” I just felt so fancy and appreciated. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"4032\" height=\"3024\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Peabody.jpg?fit=1024%2C768&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9964\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Peabody.jpg?w=4032&ssl=1 4032w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Peabody.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Peabody.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Peabody.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Peabody.jpg?w=3840&ssl=1 3840w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption>Fancy Living at the Peabody Hotel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nDon’t laugh because I’m new to this sort of travel life. I enjoyed as much of my room as the city. Cheers to you, Peabody! <\/p>\n\n\n\nGood food. Great People. Fantastic Hotel. Inspiring Historic Sites. I need a part two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/span>Barbados<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\nBeautiful Barbados reminds me of home. (The last time I compared a new destination to home, I was homesick, culture shocked, and ready to return there only after two days).<\/p>\n\n\n\nRespectfully, I mean that Barbados was a piece of home that I truly missed. While living in South Carolina is a blessing, I really miss being around sand, sun, water, diverse people, languages and cuisines, and palm trees. Yes, I love palm trees!<\/p>\n\n\n\nBut most of all, black people.  <\/p>\n\n\n\nI booked another business trip this year to visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cavehill.uwi.edu\/\">The University of the West Indies – Cave Hill Campus<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\nDuring what is known as “Preview Day” at colleges, a time for prospective students to learn more about the university, I interacted with students in the Chemistry and Biology, Robotics, Political Science and Meteorology faculties.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\"><video controls src=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/video-output-D9C784B6-A6D5-47C7-B3B5-B2953F3D1C4D.mov\"><\/video><figcaption>Fire in my hand, A Science Experiment<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nI later got to speak with a student who had studied abroad in Canada, and listen to how it impacted her studies and professional goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe next day, I plugged in a day for an island tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Cherry-Hill.jpg?fit=768%2C1024&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9899\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Cherry-Hill.jpg?w=1536&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Cherry-Hill.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Cherry-Hill.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><figcaption>Cherry Hill Reserve<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nRiding around with a driver for a few hours, I learned about the island’s history. Visited some of the well-known tourist spots suggested by members of various Facebook groups. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe last stop of the tour was my favorite, though. Rihanna’s childhood home; now a landmark in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\nBeautiful Barbados, I will be back. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/span>Ecuador<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\nLike Germany, <a href=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/volunteering-street-market-children-quito-inspired-life-lessons-travepreneur\/\">I spent some time in Ecuador<\/a> before. This time, though, I was traveling solo for business. <\/p>\n\n\n\nImmediately off the plane and through passport control, I hopped into a “taxi.” I wasn’t really sure who agreed to drive me, but it wasn’t a taxi (at least not a marked one).<\/p>\n\n\n\nI’m not dead so I guess it was alright. His name was Luis. Spoke only Spanish which was good for me since I hadn’t used the language consistently for some years.<\/p>\n\n\n\nRusty and then corrected by Luis with my use of ‘Venir’, we headed off to Quito; a 45-minute drive and conversation about the city, country, and unfortunately the current US President. <\/p>\n\n\n\nHow I didn’t ask him to put me out and let me find another driver? I don’t know. Maybe from jet lag and sleepiness, we continued toward my hotel. I was grateful though for his generosity. He agreed to drive me for the duration of my visit. He was sweet and willing to take me where I needed to go. (I was still uneasy about being in car with a stranger driving me around).<\/p>\n\n\n\nMy visit, however, was solely to meet with colleagues at the <g class=\"gr_ gr_5 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_disable_anim_appear Grammar only-ins replaceWithoutSep\" id=\"5\" data-gr-id=\"5\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.usfq.edu.ec\/Paginas\/Inicio.aspx\">University<\/a><\/g><a href=\"http:\/\/www.usfq.edu.ec\/Paginas\/Inicio.aspx\"> of San Francisco-Quito<\/a>, the 30-year-old institution with over 100 international partners, including my college.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/USFQ.jpg?fit=1024%2C768&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9903\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/USFQ.jpg?w=2048&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/USFQ.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/USFQ.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/USFQ.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption>This classroom building is where students are taught to self-reflect.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nIf you’re ever in Quito, I would highly suggest a visit. It’s magnificent (with emphasis on the “t”).<\/p>\n\n\n\nSurrounded by the volcanos and mountains, you’ll get a great view of the city. Really, I loved being in a Spanish-speaking country again. It brought back memories of a young girl rolling her “r’s” and pursing her lips to form a word in this romance language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/span>Turkey<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\nI spent about a day in Istanbul as a stopover via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.turkishairlines.com\/en-us\/\">Turkish airlines<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nTo be honest, I don’t even know what I pictured Turkey to be. I was amazed at the sights like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/Istanbul-attractions\/Blue-Mosque-Sultan-Ahmet-Camii\/d585-a910\">Blue Mosque<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.viator.com\/tours\/Istanbul\/Hagia-Sophia-Admisson-Ticket-and-a-short-introductory-walk-in-Sultanahmet\/d585-18354P17\">Hagia Sophia<\/a>. Thanks to my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.freeistanbultours.com\/tours\/istanbul-free-tours\/istanbul-free-walking-tour-new-town\/\">tour guide<\/a>, Apo, he brought the history of this transcontinental country to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Blue-Mosque.jpg?fit=768%2C1024&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"9947\" data-link=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/?attachment_id=9947\" class=\"wp-image-9947\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Blue-Mosque.jpg?w=1536&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Blue-Mosque.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Blue-Mosque.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><figcaption>Blue Mosque<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Hagia-Sophia.jpg?fit=768%2C1024&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"9948\" data-link=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/?attachment_id=9948\" class=\"wp-image-9948\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Hagia-Sophia.jpg?w=1536&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Hagia-Sophia.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Hagia-Sophia.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><figcaption>Hagia Sophia<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nEver been on a blind date and been pleasantly surprised? Well, that’s exactly what this felt like.<\/p>\n\n\n\nFor a few hours, the tour guide led me across the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Guide-g293974-k2572-Istanbul.html\">Old City<\/a>, explaining the long and prosperous history of the city. Too, I traveled via a ferry to its Asian side. Hitting both Europe and Asia in this one city has topped my list this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\nMost memorable (for a non-foodie) was the food. Eating cow intestines and kabob was quite delicious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Intestines-1.jpg?fit=768%2C1024&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"9951\" data-link=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/?attachment_id=9951\" class=\"wp-image-9951\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Intestines-1.jpg?w=1536&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Intestines-1.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Intestines-1.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><figcaption>Kozde Kuzu<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Kabob-1.jpg?fit=1024%2C768&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"9952\" data-link=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/?attachment_id=9952\" class=\"wp-image-9952\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Kabob-1.jpg?w=2048&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Kabob-1.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Kabob-1.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Kabob-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption>Kabob Dinner<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nI’m not too keen on tasting food outside of my comfort zone but I’m glad I did. Spending only a few hours in Istanbul before my flight to Nepal was my 2018 YOLO moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/span>Nepal<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\nNepal, home to the well-known Himalayas, is a developing country with an abundance of opportunities to see the Himalayan peaks, walking trails, and diverse flora and fauna. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Flower-House.jpg?fit=1024%2C768&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"9904\" data-link=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/?attachment_id=9904\" class=\"wp-image-9904\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Flower-House.jpg?w=2048&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Flower-House.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Flower-House.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Flower-House.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1536\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Mountains.jpg?fit=1024%2C768&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"9906\" data-link=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/?attachment_id=9906\" class=\"wp-image-9906\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Mountains.jpg?w=2048&ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Mountains.jpg?resize=300%2C225&ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Mountains.jpg?resize=768%2C576&ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Mountains.jpg?resize=1024%2C768&ssl=1 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nYou’ll be <g class=\"gr_ gr_3 gr-alert gr_gramm gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim Grammar only-ins replaceWithoutSep\" id=\"3\" data-gr-id=\"3\">amazed<\/g> how the country flows without things like traffic lights and signs. It’s quite scary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\"><video controls src=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/video-output-DE271338-C070-4483-B6B5-0AA52769C84D.mov\"><\/video><figcaption>Pure Fascination.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nSpecifically, Nepal is home to over 123 ethnic groups that serve different parts of the land and seek to share their culture, language and country with visitors. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Dalit community also known in Nepal as the \u201cuntouchables\u201d are villages of people who are discriminated against because of their religion, culture, history, social and economic background. While they make up 13% of the population, their eco-friendly lifestyle and practices cater to the preservation of their heritage, environment and resources. <\/p>\n\n\n\nTo get a glimpse of life in the village, the Dalits host visitors in \u201chomestays,\u201d which is quite a humbling experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\nAs part of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.onceinlife.org\/\">FAM trip<\/a>, I stayed overnight with one of the families. I observed and learned about their gardening and cooking techniques, conservation and sustainable habits, and family life.   <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe youngest son and I played <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/UNO-42003-Card-Game\/dp\/B00004TZY8\">U<\/a><g class=\"gr_ gr_5 gr-alert gr_spell gr_inline_cards gr_run_anim ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace gr-progress\" id=\"5\" data-gr-id=\"5\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/UNO-42003-Card-Game\/dp\/B00004TZY8\">no<\/a><\/g> as we waited for dinner. He won the very first game. Very humbling since I proclaimed to be a veteran.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"3024\" height=\"4032\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Uno.jpg?fit=768%2C1024&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"9908\" data-link=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/?attachment_id=9908\" class=\"wp-image-9908\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Uno.jpg?w=3024&ssl=1 3024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Uno.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Uno.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1536\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Dinner-1.jpg?fit=768%2C1024&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"9910\" data-link=\"https:\/\/travepreneur.com\/?attachment_id=9910\" class=\"wp-image-9910\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Dinner-1.jpg?w=1536&ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Dinner-1.jpg?resize=225%2C300&ssl=1 225w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Dinner-1.jpg?resize=768%2C1024&ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1536px) 100vw, 1536px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nSurrounded by nothing but nature, animals, and people, I appreciated the families’ hospitality and willingness to teach me about their home. <\/p>\n\n\n\nStill speechless by the experience in Nepal, I hope everyone gets to travel to and connect with this wonderful country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/span>So What’s My Answer?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe short answer is No, I don’t get tired of traveling so much. On each of my trips this past year, I learned something. <\/p>\n\n\n\nReflection of each individual adventure (the long anser) taught me either about myself or about the world.  <\/p>\n\n\n\nTravel is a natural part of life. Lessons are everywhere and sometimes you have to move in order to learn what they are. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThrough your travels, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Connect with friends, family, and other people<\/li><li>Overcome a past challenge or obstacle<\/li><li>Build community<\/li><li>Have fun<\/li><li>Gain freedom and peace<\/li><li>Desert your comfort zone<\/li><li>Crush stereotypes of other people and places<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nI challenge you to self-reflect and really process your trips this break and see what you uncover. <\/p>\n\n\n\nAnd, the next time someone asks you that question, you could either give them the short, very boring answer, or the long narrative with stories, pictures, and learning moments. <\/p>\n\n\n\nMaybe then they’ll realize that travel is more than a physical commitment, but also an emotional and mental one.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/18.png?fit=683%2C1024&ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9992\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/18.png?w=735&ssl=1 735w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/18.png?resize=200%2C300&ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travepreneur.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/18.png?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1 683w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><figcaption>Pin it!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"As I’m typing this, I’m sitting in Ataturk Airport in Istanbul. I’m on the last leg of my last international trip of the year and I wanted to address a commonly asked question: Do I get tired of traveling so much? 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