Like all the great things on earth traveling teaches us by example. Here are some of the most precious lessonsI’ve learned over the years of traveling.

Getting used to an entirely different culture can be challenging. While it’s also nice to learn about culturesonline or from books, nothing comes close to experiencing cultural diversity in person. You learn to appreciateeach and every single one of the differences while you become more culturally fluid.

The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but having new eyes.

Marcel Proust

Life doesn't allow us to execute every single plan perfectly. This especially seems to be the case when youtravel. You plan it down to every minute with a big checklist. But when it comes to executing it, somethingalways comes up and you’re left with your improvising skills. You learn to adapt as you go. Here’s how my travelchecklist looks now:

Going to a new place can be quite terrifying. While change and uncertainty make us scared, traveling teaches ushow ridiculous it is to be afraid of something before it happens. The moment you face your fear and see there isnothing to be afraid of, is the moment you discover bliss.