Are You Ready To Travel Yet?

Summary

The undefined website presents a curated collection of travel stories and personal experiences from various writers, aimed at inspiring readers, whether they are mental travelers or physical nomads, and is accompanied by captivating images from Unsplash.

Abstract

The undefined website is a treasure trove for travel enthusiasts, featuring a series of articles published in "Taking Off" over recent weeks. These stories cater to both the armchair traveler and the seasoned globetrotter, offering a blend of adventure, reflection, and practical advice. The website showcases the diverse voices of its contributors, each sharing unique perspectives and tales from their journeys. From the awe-inspiring Iguazu Falls to the whimsical encounter with Ali G on a flight, the narratives cover a wide range of travel experiences. The site also provides a platform for writers to express their love for travel, with pieces on solo journeys, the emotional connection to places, and the realities of the Mexican border. Additionally, it offers insights into avoiding travel burnout, the complexities of rental car agreements, and the joy of discovering off-the-beaten-path destinations in Northern Italy. The website not only inspires wanderlust but also encourages readers to become members, supporting writers directly through a membership model that benefits both readers and content creators.

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Paola Faben Oliveira reflects on the power of nature as experienced at Iguazu Falls.
Ronald Smit shares the patience and cultural nuances encountered while waiting in Ouagadougou.
Adrienne Beaumont muses on the stories a well-traveled backpack might tell.
Laurie Morin uses a virtual vision walk to convey the importance of animal guidance in self-discovery.
Helen Miao Yu suggests that positive words can spark creativity and ideas for writing.
James Jordan presents a realistic view of the Mexican border, emphasizing the desert's challenges over political barriers.
Krista Marson explores the theme of solitude in travel, particularly during the pandemic.
Barb Dalton recounts frightening moments during air travel, adding a personal touch to the thrills and chills of flying.
Jillian Amatt emphasizes the importance of listening to one's body to avoid travel burnout.
Sara Burdick advoc

Here are stories to inspire and enlighten whether you’re a traveler solely in your mind or on the soles of your feet

The following stories were published in Taking Off over the past few weeks.

It’s nice to have a collection of stories assembled in one place, just in time for those who are on Easter or Spring break as well!

Thank you to all of the writers of Taking Off who have contributed stories and to those who read, clap and/or respond.

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Are You Ready To Travel Yet?

Here are stories to inspire and enlighten whether you’re a traveler solely in your mind or on the soles of your feet

Come travel the world with us…

Reflections About Iguazu Falls and Nature’s Power

I visited this place twice and both times I was speechless

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Waiting my way to Ouagadougou

Colombian capers

… in Bogotá and beyond.

If My Backpack Could Talk…

what would it say?

Scares in the Air

Some frightening moments while flying

Let the animals be your guide…

A virtual vision walk along the Cameron Park Zoo Sculpture Trail

Positive Words: 3 Websites To Spark Ideas

Need some positive inspiration to include in your writing?

The Reality of the Mexican Border

The desert is a bigger obstacle than a wall would have been

Riding the Rio Grande

The area around the river was not always the desert it is today

Lonely, but not.

The Last Supper

Frightening Air Travel Moments

But I did live to tell these tales.

Don’t Be Fooled By Airline Ticket Prices

That fare may not be as cheap as you think

A Cautionary Tale about Rental Car Agreements

Have you ever had this happen before?

Avoiding Travel Burnout As a Nomad

Listening to your body is the most important thing.

Of a Different Time and Place

Oh, the stories these walls could tell!

Why everyone should travel alone for at least three weeks

Longer if you can

Ali G Was On My Flight

From Ali G “In Da House” to Ali G “On Da Plane” and “In Da Club”

Coming Back Home…

Back to the concrete jungle I go

Taking Off Is A State Of Mind

You don’t have to travel a far distance

Mountain villages of Northern Italy — Cornelli

We could’ve passed our day strolling around Isola di Fondra, mellowing at the park by the Brembo river, savoring fresh…

Mountain villages of Northern Italy — Isola di Fondra

Italy is a magical country — a country that inspires you to explore and create enduring memories. My treasured memories…

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