4½ Ways to Make Your Travel More Adventurous

By Amy Colbourn, Managing Director, Business Strategist at MONOGRAM

There is a widespread belief that having a sense of adventure leads to a richer, more fulfilling life. Adventure can be a lot of fun, but it also promotes personal growth, enhances mental and physical health, builds meaningful connections, and provides a broader perspective. The only way to grow is by getting out of your comfort zone.

An interesting trend emerged this year. Instead of selecting a place to go and deciding what to do there, travelers first determine what they want to do and then choose where to go. The promise of an adventure drives travel decisions, and travelers can find it in many ways and places.

Adventure is Good for You

The good news is that being adventurous is good for you. Here are a few reasons why that is true.

Adventure can lead to a deeper understanding of yourself, your preferences, and your strengths and weaknesses through self-discovery.
It can relieve stress by providing a break from routines.
It can improve your mood, leading to better mental wellness.
Spending time outdoors, especially in natural settings, can strengthen the immune system and improve overall health.
Shared experiences through travel can lead to meeting new people or strengthening existing relationships.
Visiting new places and meeting people from different backgrounds can broaden your perspective.

It doesn’t take much convincing to agree that adventure creates experiences that bring joy, contribute to happiness, and make life more satisfying. Once you have decided it’s time to book that trip, it may also be time to find ways to factor in more adventure.

Where to Find Adventure

By planning a trip, you’re already halfway toward your next adventure. Here are four ways you can make your next journey more adventurous.

#1 – Go Off the Beaten Path

Venture away from popular tourist destinations or well-known, well-traveled routes to explore lesser-known or more remote areas. It involves seeking out authentic experiences, discovering hidden gems, and immersing in local culture less frequented by tourists.

Be a traveler, not a tourist.

#2 – Live Like a Local

Immerse yourself in the culture, lifestyle, and daily routines of the residents in a particular area. Embrace local customs, try traditional cuisine, participate in community activities, and interact with locals to better understand the destination. Ask locals what they like to do and where they enjoy going.

Go beyond typical tourist experiences and experience a place from a local’s perspective.

#3 – Try the Other Side

Experience a different approach than what you’re accustomed to, which could involve staying in accommodations or exploring destinations that offer contrasting cultural, social, geographic, or economic experiences.

If you usually travel south, try going west. If you typically travel by boat, consider taking a road trip. If you prefer cities, maybe it’s time to tour villages.

#4 – Change Climate

Mix things up by taking a trip that transports you from one type of climate to another. Travel from a cold environment to a warm one or vice versa. Experience various climate zones such as tropical, temperate, arid, or polar regions.

If you are too comfortable with the annual beach vacation, maybe it’s time for the weather to be an adventure.

Change the Way We See the World

Travel is about discovery. It takes us to new places to relax, explore, meet people, and create lasting memories. When you start to think about travel differently, you can expect your experiences to be different. After all, we travel for experiences that change how we see the world.

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