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5 travel resolutions to make in 2018

Catherine Atton
December 31, 2017

Five travel resolutions that you NEED to make this year.

1. A 'staycation' doesn't count

resolution one: no staycations
Watching Planet Earth 2 does not mean you've been to the Galapagos.

Sorry but it doesn't. Get out of your comfort zone and leave the familiar behind. Travel somewhere new and completely far a field, otherwise it will be too late and you've spent another year in the same place. Besides, anyone that uses words like 'staycation', 'Brangelina' and 'crunk' needs to get out more.

2. Limit your number of holiday selfies

second resolution: limit your selfies
No words.

Focus on exploring rather than getting your hot new profile picture and over 157 likes. Try and see somewhere with your own eyes rather than your phone's front camera. Reach out your arm to shake people's hands instead of reaching up for the optimum selfie angle. Nobody likes a narcissist.

3. Try and learn the language

resolution 3: learn lingo
Be like joey.

See if you can expand on 'parlez vous anglais?'. Learning the local lingo is extremely useful when travelling, it opens doors, breaks down barriers, locals appreciate the effort and you never know who you might meet! There are heaps of apps these days like Duolingo that will have you 'bavardage' in no time.

4. Travel solo at least once

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We're not saying travel the entire continent of Africa alone, but even if you take just one little trip in 2018 by yourself you'll see how beneficial it can be. Travelling solo gives you a chance to unwind and relax, without anyone else around. It also teaches you a lot about yourself. There are so many ways to ease yourself into a solo trip, you can join an organised tour or book a flexible bus pass. Trust us, you'll meet way more people on your own than with a group of friends!

5. Travel MORE!

resolution 5: TRAVEL MORE
There's a whole world waiting for you.

Make 2018 the year of no excuses. Find the time, save the money, leave the relationship. Do what is right for you, get out there and experience the world, while you have the chance. Because before you know it, you'll blink and it will be 2078.

What are your New Year travel resolutions? Where are you going in 2018? For more inspiration check out our Top 10 travel bloggers to follow in 2018.

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