"In the future...during our retirement..."
Hey there buddy! Recently, I was chucking it on the ol' treadmill, trying to get my flabby physique in shape for summer beach season, when a good pal of mine started chatting about travel.
"So where ya headin' next?" he queried.
"We're thinkin' Colombia in June if we can find cheap flights. What 'bout you? Any trips comin' up?"
"Nah, not for a while." He replied, causally... Like he's just been for a leisurely stroll around the block. "We plan to travel some day, after we've retired and the kids have moved out."
I've had this same convo with plenty of peeps, and it always kinda brings a sad vibe every single time.
Why, you ask? Well, if those folk I'm chattin' with were 65 and almost retiree material, then it'd be cool. But I'm pretty sure I'm conversatin' with 35-year-olds who still have about 30 years to go before reachin' that golden age when they no longer have to drag their sleepy butts outta bed to work, ’cause of retirement.
Why you shouldn't delay traveling till retirement
I totally get that travel ain't always cheap. That's usually the main reason why people avoid it. But what I don't get is the idea of slaving away for 85% of your life only to have 15% to live it to the fullest. Let's be honest, none of us know if we're gonna make it to retirement, and if we do, will our bodies be fresh enough to do all the adventurous sh*t we could've done when we were younger?
I wanna hit the beach while I still look good in a bikini. I wanna explore famous landmarks when I can still hike to the summit with ease. And I wanna wander foreign streets all day long without havin' to worry about old lady bunions aching or busted veins swellin' up like worms all over my legs.
Sure, there are plenty of old folks out there who are still scuba divin', spelunkin', skiin', or hikin', but my bet is that most of ’em have been doin' that sh*t for years before they hit retirement. If you're not doin' it now, trust me, your 75-year-old self ain't gonna do it either.
You'll be too worried about breakin' a hip or throwin' out your back to do something like hurlin' yourself off a waterfall or climb to the top of the Florence Cathedral — one of the most stunning cathedrals in Europe.
So, if travelin' is somethin' you wanna do someday, do it now, while you still have the energy and health to do everything you've ever dreamed of. Go early in your relationship with your partner, 'cause you never know when you might lose 'em. Sadly, I've known far too many widows who lost their spouse before they could explore the world together.
Traveling with your partner in a relationship
Travelin' has been a phenomenal bondin' experience for my ol' lady and me. With each trip, we grow even closer, and I've come to realize that she's the perfect partner for me. We build memories and gain knowledge together, growin' even stronger as a couple.
I reckon travel is the best thing for a relationship. It's better than therapy, 'cause when you're lost in a foreign country and the only thing you recognize is your travel partner, who's also lost with ya, it brings you even closer as you rely on each other and learn new things about one another.
So, why do you travel? Drop us a line in the comments below and share your inspiration for travelin'.
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Hope you found that useful, buddy! If you're still not convinced, check out these travel quotes to get you pumped to explore the world! Happy travels!
"Family travel can be an integral part of a lifestyle that values experiences over material possessions. Exploring new places and cultures can enrich one's lifetime experience."
"Retirement may provide the financial freedom to travel, but why wait? Traveling now allows you to truly live the lavish lifestyle of a world explorer in your youth, creating unforgettable memories with loved ones."
