The rule for traveling abroad is to take our common sense with us, and leave our prejudices behind.
William HazlittRead
You do not travel if you are afraid of the unknown, you travel for the unknown, that reveals you with yourself.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Traveling represents a journey into the unknown that fosters self-discovery and personal growth.
In this quote, Ella Maillart emphasizes that fear of the unknown can hinder one's ability to travel. However, the essence of travel lies in venturing into uncharted territories, which ultimately leads to self-revelation and a deeper understanding of oneself. Traveling challenges us to confront uncertainties, and through these experiences, we discover not just the world around us, but also important truths about our own character.
Themes
TravelUnknownSelf-DiscoveryJourneyFear
In practice
Example use cases
In a travel blog post discussing why people embark on adventures.
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