At the heart of every rushed itinerary, every tiring trip, is the idea that you've got to see everything. After all, what if you never go back? That means you'll never see that statue, the famous museum, or that great little neighborhood that everyone says you should visit. How will you ever do it all?
No matter how far you are from home, or how much money you're spending, you've got to keep those anxious thoughts out of your mind. Treat your trip, at every stage, like you ARE coming back. When you're planning, don't over schedule yourself, and make sure to plan ample amounts of relaxation & exploration time. Give yourself the chance to let your guard down, absorb where you are, and fall in love with your temporary home, instead of rushing around like you've got a checklist to complete. Don't worry, you'll be back.
So, the next time you're gearing up for a trip, tell yourself that there will be a next trip. I think it will help you enjoy your trip more, love your destination more, and help you discover even more reasons to return than you ever would have imagined.
Too true! I always try to fit everything in (unsuccessfully) see everything. I never think that I'm going to go back to a destination, esp. a foreign one. Thanks for reminding all of us to SLOW DOWN!
Mistyeyed
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So true! That is especially true when you are on a cruise and visit a port for just one day. I always try to remember that I am just seeing a very small part of that island or country and that I should come back and see the rest of it!
I always make a list of two or three "must-see" things, depending on how long I'm going to be there.
As long as I get to those, everything else is a bonus. And, it leaves me plenty of time to wander and explore those things that I would never find if I booked myself solid.
When I leave, I'm never disappointed. Sad to leave, perhaps, but I've had a fulfilling visit.
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