Travel Goals

This book is a collection of transformative travel experiences that will inspire and empower you to live a life well-lived. From sleeping under the stars to taking a big trip alone, these experiences are enriching in some way, whether it's about forging a stronger connection with the natural world, helping the planet, or better understanding yourself. Each goal is accompanied by recommendations about where to try it, as well as websites and information to ensure each one is achievable.

Format: Hardback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2019
Publisher: Lonely Planet Global Limited

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery and adventure with this captivating collection of life-enhancing travel experiences. From sleeping under the stars to learning a new craft, to more ambitious challenges like taking a big trip alone, helping to rebuild a community, or saving an endangered species, this is your essential companion to a life well-lived.

Each experience in this feel-good bucket list is enriching in some way, whether it's about forging a stronger connection with the natural world, helping the planet, or better understanding yourself. From the easily attainable to the aspirational, the variety of goals makes it easy to create a set that's right for you.

Every goal is accompanied by recommendations about where to try it, as well as websites and information to ensure each one is achievable.

The life-enhancing goals in this book include:

Travelling spontaneously: Embrace the thrill of the unknown and let your wanderlust guide you to new and exciting destinations.

Embracing the off-season: Discover the beauty of destinations when they are less crowded and more affordable, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the local culture and experience.

Retracing the steps of history: Follow in the footsteps of ancient civilizations and explore the ruins and landmarks that have shaped our world.

Being a tourist in your own country: Discover the hidden gems and lesser-known attractions in your home country, and learn about the history and culture that make it unique.

Making a pilgrimage: Follow a spiritual or religious journey to sacred sites and pilgrimage destinations, connecting with your inner self and seeking enlightenment.

Having adventures with your children: Create lasting memories and instill a sense of wonder and curiosity in your children by exploring new places together.

Learning from indigenous cultures: Gain a deeper understanding of the world and its people by immersing yourself in indigenous cultures and learning their traditional practices and beliefs.

Spending a night in the jungle: Embrace the serenity and beauty of nature by spending a night in a remote jungle lodge or camping under the stars.

Taking the slow road: Slow down and enjoy the journey, taking the time to appreciate the small details and immerse yourself in the local culture and environment.

Becoming an ocean defender: Join efforts to protect our oceans and marine life, and learn about the conservation efforts that are making a difference.

Embracing your sexuality: Explore your sexuality and embrace your unique identity by visiting LGBTQ+ friendly destinations and participating in LGBTQ+ events and activities.

Meditating with masters: Immerse yourself in the practice of meditation and mindfulness by attending retreats and workshops with experienced teachers.

Taking a big trip alone: Embrace the freedom and independence of travelling alone, and challenge yourself to step out of your comfort zone and explore new places on your own terms.

Making an epic overland journey: Embark on an epic overland journey, exploring remote and exotic destinations by road, train, or boat, and immersing yourself in the local culture and landscape.

Giving a year of your life to others: Volunteer your time and skills to help those in need, whether it's volunteering in a developing country, working with a local community, or supporting a social cause that resonates with you.

Helping a community to rebuild: Support local communities that have been affected by natural disasters or conflict by volunteering your time and resources to rebuild homes, schools, and infrastructure.

About Lonely Planet:

Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, on mobile, video, and in 14 languages, 12 international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and.

Weight: 1096g
Dimension: 194 x 247 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788686204