Comments on: Travel is a Waste of Money: Discuss

By: Pru

Pru — Fri, 20 Oct 2017 03:56:37 +0000

We are a family that loves to travel and for me it is the sacrifices we make and the planning we undertake before we travel that has as great benefits as the travel itself. That leaning to pack less. that learning to prioritise your life…
Also on the other end what we take from our travels and incorporate into our everyday lives also adds value. These are the things no one talks about.

Travel is more then the travelling (even though I agree with the many benefits you have outlined), it is about challenge, mindset, courage, pushing the envelope, learning new skills, seeing alternative lifestyles, weighing up new concepts, feeling grateful for what you already have…

By: James Handaja

James Handaja — Sun, 22 Mar 2015 09:26:20 +0000

The perception of cost and expense is highly subjective, it depends on the strength of your currency relative to the accepted currency in your (overseas) destination.

For example, a German tourist will find the prices in South East Asia to be really cheap (except for Singapore), when measured in euros. Conversely, an Indonesian will find the prices in, say, Frankfurt to be outrageously expensive, when measured in Indonesian Rupiahs.

I think this is what hinders overseas travel for most of the world’s population…

By: Victoria

Victoria — Wed, 09 Apr 2014 16:52:13 +0000

I so agree Alyson. Travelling can never be a waste of money or time. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. Money can’t buy the expereinces you have and the life you live or are going to live. In my case, travel opened the door to everything good in my life and all the lovely things I encountered, had and have, because of travelling.
Would I have met my German husband? Nope. I hadn’t even met any, not to talk of marrying one!
Would I have had a bilingual, bi-cultural, expat, international kid? Pleeeeease!
Everyone should get up and take that plane or train I say!

By: Rhonda

Rhonda — Tue, 08 Apr 2014 23:24:07 +0000

Great post and I completely agree with all your points! For me travel is not a waste of money at all! I’ve gained so many experiences and memories that I look back on fondly, even years after the fact. The road trips my parents took us on as kids are some of my favourite memories growing up and were a great way to spend time together as a family. The real-world education I get from travelling is far better (and cheaper) than the formal education I received in University. As far as I’m concerned, staying home, paying bills for the things we think we need (but are really are luxuries) is the waste of money. “Stuff” doesn’t enrich my life- travelling and having experiences does.

By: Jon Fletcher

Jon Fletcher — Mon, 07 Apr 2014 09:51:12 +0000

I could never think of travel as a waste of money. My clients would kill me! lol But seriously, when you invest in travel the rewards are far more than just a fleeting experience. You are rewarded with memories that will live with you and stories you can tell family and friends, its about living a life.