If you have been bugged by the question “Why are you traveling all the time?” that sedentary people seem to repeat til oblivion, this article is for you. Exploring new places, trying new food, meeting new people, and immersing oneself in different cultures are just a few of the reasons why you love to travel. However, there are many more reasons why traveling is not just fun, but also beneficial for one's health and well-being.
In this blog post, we'll take a closer look at some of the health benefits of traveling, backed up by current research.
1. Reduced stress levels
One of the most significant benefits of traveling is that it can reduce stress levels. According to a study conducted by the Global Commission on Aging and Transamerica Center for Retirement Studies, travel can reduce stress and improve overall well-being. The study found that 86% of travelers reported feeling less stressed after a vacation. They go even further, they concluded traveling can help individuals break out of their daily routines and provide a change of scenery, which can be incredibly refreshing and rejuvenating. There you have it, you are more relaxed and look younger, what else do you want?
2. Increased physical activity
Traveling often involves physical activity, such as walking, hiking, or swimming, which can be great for overall health. For example, hiking in nature can lower blood pressure, boost mood, and improve overall cardiovascular health. Even simply walking around a new city or exploring a new area can be a great way to get some exercise and boost your overall fitness levels. Much more enjoyable than going to the gym and in many cases cheaper, if you bear in mind all the times you paid for the gym and didn’t go: have you ever missed a trip on purpose? I don’t think so…
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3. Improved mental health
Traveling has also been shown to improve mental health. According to a study published in the Journal of Travel Research, individuals who travel have higher levels of happiness and overall life satisfaction than those who don't travel. Additionally, traveling can provide an opportunity to disconnect from technology, which can reduce stress and improve mental clarity.
4. Enhanced creativity
Traveling can also enhance creativity. According to a study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, individuals who travel and immerse themselves in new cultures are more likely to be creative and think outside the box. Experiencing new sights, sounds, and smells can stimulate the brain and inspire new ideas and ways of thinking. Now you can say it to your boss, and argue that you going traveling is overall better for the company and your future productivity.
5. Improved social skills
Finally, traveling can improve social skills and promote social bonding. Meeting new people and experiencing new cultures can help individuals develop empathy, tolerance, and understanding. Additionally, traveling with friends or family can provide an opportunity for quality bonding time and can strengthen relationships.
Traveling has many health benefits: reduces stress levels, increases physical activity and improves mental health, creativity and social skills. A limited budget should not be an excuse to stop you from exploring new places and experiencing all the benefits that travel has to offer as there are many ways to travel more with less. Like these tips for getting more out of your budget (link missing available on Friday) or our ultimate travel hack.