{"id":2153,"date":"2019-06-26T13:09:40","date_gmt":"2019-06-26T13:09:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.travelwithanda.com\/?p=2153"},"modified":"2019-07-01T17:04:38","modified_gmt":"2019-07-01T17:04:38","slug":"5-common-excuses-people-make-for-not-travelling-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelwithanda.com\/index.php\/2019\/06\/26\/5-common-excuses-people-make-for-not-travelling-more\/","title":{"rendered":"5 common excuses people make for not travelling more"},"content":{"rendered":"

Have you ever wondered what is it about travelling that inspires people to leave their homes and explore the far corners of the globe? I believe t<\/span>ravelling changes people for the better \u2013 it helps them discover and even reinvent themselves. Journeying across continents is an exhilarating and richly rewarding experience, one that shouldn’t be put off . The tourism industry is booming with nearly <\/span>four trillion pounds being spent on the travel sector<\/span><\/a> every year. In fact, there’s never been a better time to see the beauty of the world for yourself, and all the excuses you’ve been making to postpone your travel dreams are just not good enough.<\/span><\/p>\n

Are you passionate about travelling, but always have an excuse not to take the leap? Here are some of the most common excuses people make for not travelling more and I’ll tell you why they are simply not true:<\/span><\/p>\n

1. “I can’t afford to travel”<\/strong><\/h5>\n

This is by far the most popular excuse people have for not buying that ticket and allowing their dreams to pass them by. But the average person spends too much money on things they don’t need. Deciding to focus your efforts and budget on your personal happiness will free up cash you spend on keeping up with other people. This will allow you to direct your savings towards a cause you actually care about, like travelling.<\/span><\/p>\n

Also, all travelling experiences don’t have to revolve around five-star restaurants and luxury resorts. Travel according to your means \u2013 start with countries that are cheap to travel in (like Cambodia<\/a>), hunt for discounted airline tickets and consider cheaper accommodation options.<\/span><\/p>\n

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2. “I’m too busy with my career”<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Oh, really? Travelling (too much) won’t interfere with your career. If anything, it will change the way you work towards your goals and shape how you define your successes in life. In fact, the most productive people are those who take frequent breaks to revitalise themselves. Working long and hard can deplete your productivity, and even <\/span>short holidays<\/span><\/a> can go a long way in helping you restore your energy and motivation. So if you don’t even have two weeks every year to enjoy the pleasures of travel, then you just might need to press pause and evaluate your life choices. After all, you only have one life!<\/span><\/p>\n

3. “I don’t know another language”<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Wherever you go, you’re sure to find someone who knows at least a little bit of English. I mean, you watch English movies, and you do know a few words, right? Plus, with so many <\/span>incredible apps<\/span><\/a> out there, there really is no reason why this excuse should still be valid in 2019. Many of today’s apps can help you translate words, signs and even whole sentences that will help you converse with the locals effectively.<\/span><\/p>\n