12 Things Only Travellers Will Understand

3. How planning a trip can be as thrilling as the trip itself

Some travelers don’t plan too much, but others think it’s part of the whole journey. They might read all the books and watch all the films so they can feel inspired and decide exactly what they want to do.

It’s almost like traveling before traveling — your mind is already there just waiting for your body to arrive. Usually, the more you learn about a new place, its history and culture, the more you fall in love and you just can’t wait to get there!

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