When someone asks you why do you travel, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Most probably you just answer either business or pleasure, right? Â But what if I ask you to not give me that business or pleasure shit? That I want you to elaborate in one sentence, why you bother to wait for that seat sale, why you learned how to pack light, why you collect those magnets, key chains, or other souvenirs from places you’ve been to, and why you post those travel photos on Facebook and Instagram? Why do you travel? That my dear, is the challenge that I gave to 10 people who, just like me, are consumed by wanderlust.
And now I present to you these 10 travelers who offered their best answer to the question, “Why Do I Travel?”
“I travel because every place has a story to tell.”
— Patti Agnes | 24, Technical Writer/Blogger
Masskara Festival, Bacolod City
“I travel to explore the world in a different manner by experiencing life from an angle not so many others get to see.”
— Kean Verzosa | 28, Technical Writer
Balicasag Island, Bohol
“I travel to enjoy new experiences and to see the amazing beauty of the world.”
— Arline Matulac | 30, Entrepreneur
Coron, Palawan
“Why I travel? hmmm…. the short answer is, because I still can.”
— Brahma Foz | 44, Technical Writer/Blogger
Sombrero Island, Burias, Masbate
“I travel to taste unique dishes, get on amazing experiences, and meet travelers like myself.”
— Michelle Melo | 26, IT Consultant/Blogger
Chiang Mai, Thailand
“I travel because I like taking pictures. I like capturing the beauty of one place and taking the photo and it’s like taking it with me forever, like a visual that’ll remind me of pretty places.”
— Patricia Hernandez | 21, Specialist IBS Governance
Beverly Hills, California, USA
“I travel because I love to be constantly surprised at everything the world has to offer.”
— Rochkirstin Santos | 25, IT Project Manager/Blogger
 Tugu Negara, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
“I travel to live life to the fullest; to experience new things and different cultures.”
— Edgyn Candaza | 28, Senior Team Lead IBS Governance
Angkor Wat, Cambodia
“I started traveling the world to find where my ‘home’ is, now that I know where it is, I travel to feed my soul.”
— Arni | 36, Mumpreneur/Interior Designer/Blogger
Chateau de Chenonceau, Loire Valley, France
“Traveling makes me feel alive.”
— Zai Salonga | 33, Bid Specialist/Blogger
Samal Island, Davao
Traveling is an experience like no other and if you haven’t discovered the joys of this endeavor yet, I hope that these travelers were able to give you inspiration. So book that flight, pack your bags, and get yourself to your dream destination. Don’t wait, just go.
As with me…
 “I travel because it’s such a humbling experience. It reminds me that I am nothing but a speck in this world and that I should not indulge in the act of self-importance.”
— Marjorie Gavan | 32, Tecnical Writer/Blogger
Manlawe Island, Caramoan, Camarines Sur
Comments (25)
Badet Siazon (@badudets)
My family loves to travel. It’s nice to take a break from the hustle and bustle once in a while.
JeLo Pal
When I was young, I love to travel. But when I have my kids and as a single mom, I stop because I have to set priority with expenses. Though, I am planning now to travel together with my kids seeing the site of airline companies giving discounts. Whew! I miss travelling.
Marjorie
Go back and take your family with you! It will a perfect bonding activity for you guys 🙂
Zaizai
My feet were itching while reading this sis, I miss going on a trip!
Such fun answers and pictures, in the post and in the comments as well.
Thanks for considering me for this post, it was a cool idea 🙂
Marjorie
And thanks so much sis for joining 🙂
Shie
Nice insights from like minded travelers. For me, travel makes me modest. It opens my eyes to my real place in the world.
Marjorie
We have a somewhat similar reason. The world is big and traveling teaches humility.
GetOutDear
I travel to discover more about myself 🙂
Marjorie
That’s a nice reason 🙂
phyliciamarie
I like that first quote, where every place has a story to tell. Whether the place be the dark corner of a street, a hole in the wall restaurant, or a magnificent infrastructure. I’m sure each has a story to tell.
Marjorie
Indeed and it’s a wonderful experience to discover those stories yourself 🙂
franckxethee
Travel can really give us new insights, learn new cultures, and appreciate new attractions. I like how you compiled insights from different people and bloggers.
Marjorie
And thank you for sharing your thoughts about this too 🙂
Papaleng Pagulong
Nice answers! Now, I should travel na rin.
Marjorie
You should 🙂
caloyolano
Wow…Your photos makes me wanna travel as well. 😉
Marjorie
I hope you get to. It’s a rewarding experience 🙂
Cebuana Mom
Travelling is a priceless experience. I love to travel with my family and having kids reach different places is an awesome experience.
Marjorie
It’s a priceless experience indeed. Glad you do it with your loved ones 🙂
Joy
Never thought of that before, but I travel to see new places, new people and culture and for new experiences. Makes my life more exciting.
Marjorie
Lovely answer Mommy Joy 🙂
Saci
such great photos! 🙂 Happy Easter!
Saci
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Marjorie
Happy Easter 🙂
melanie
I love this post! Thanks for sharing!
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Marjorie
Sure 🙂