There are several reasons why people decide to travel. Traveling is a different experience for everyone and people seek different outcomes from their travels. Whether you’re an explorer, food critic, or an exuberant shopper, here are 5 things that everyone gains from traveling!
 

New Experiences​
 

The older we get, the more we like to stick to our comfort zones. We like to settle down in familiar communities with our established friends, jobs or hobbies, hangouts, and activities. The idea of leaving the comfortable daily roles can be scary and uncomfortable as you will be dealing with unfamiliar situations. However, that is the key to learning more about yourself and others as you will be able to connect with different people, environments, and embrace the discomfort.
 

Adapt to Globalization
 

Internet and social media have made globalization a quick process and it can be seen in our daily lives. Living abroad or having traveling experience can give you competitive advantages in the business world because you are able to adapt to new environments quickly and aptly.
 
Having previous travel experience can make you culturally sensitive and teaches you cultural values and norms that are not only applicable to your business skills, but also your personal skills. You will be able to learn how to behave appropriately, adapt to new situations, and come across as a friendlier and more responsive person.
 

Immerse in a New Language
 

Many people know multiple languages and traveling gives you the chance to be fully immersed in a new or second language. You get to test out your speaking, reading, and hearing skills which you may think that you have perfected back in your home country.
 
To learn more about languages spoken around the world, check out Global Travel Plus’s Pre-Trip Information online or on the Mobile App. This feature includes a list of languages depending on the country and region that may be useful to know prior to your trip.
 

Network

Traveling gives you the chance to meet new people and grow your network. The experiences you have while traveling are unique, as you are in a new environment that may require assistance from locals to learn more about your surroundings. You never know when those connections may come in handy or may even end up being one of your life-long friends.
 

Build Confidence
 

While traveling, you conquer obstacles that you may not have before – whether it’s getting lost in an unfamiliar setting, experiencing a massive language barrier, having financial problems without your close ties being there to help, or running into other issues in an unfamiliar territory. Overcoming those problems and having the ability to adapt in foreign situations helps build confidence which will then show in your personality upon returning back home.
 
No matter where your travels take you this summer and what you learn on your trip, make sure to download the Global Travel Plus Mobile App. The information found on the app and online will give you even more reasons to travel!