5 Travel-Inspired Things to do When You Can’t Travel

It’s probably not a surprise to you, but travel is a big part of my life. My initial “big trip” around the world in 2010 had a huge effect on who I am today, on my interests, my job, and even how I view the world. Travel allows us to open up our minds, to experience new things, and—importantly—to learn.

While the tourism industry is currently on hold during this quarantine crisis, it’s still possible to learn, and in a way, to then travel. Not to physically travel, of course, but these experiences help to bring the thrill of travel to your own home.

I’m still struggling with this new (hopefully temporary) way of life in my own ways, but while I figure that out, I’m also trying to focus on those travel experiences that once brought me so much joy. I’m spending a lot of time FaceTiming with friends around the world, an important connection to keep during self-isolation and social distancing.

But while FaceTime is great, there are lots…