When the word travel comes up in a conversation, it’s usually accompanied by smiles, laughter and excitement. That’s what traveling and seeing new places does, it opens up a space of exploration and leaves us with incredibly memories for a lifetime. Being able to take a trip is a blessing that can and should be enjoyed at absolutely every age. However, since the majority of us aren’t trust fund kinds, there’s a bit of planning involved to still be able to work while we travel. As the saying goes, jobs fill your pocket, but adventures fill your soul.
Why it’s Essential to Find a Work-Life Balance
Raising children, catching up with friends, managing your work schedule and still finding time to workout and take care of yourself will take up all 24 hours of the day. This is where balance comes in, especially if you are considering taking a longer trip. People often feel guilt for not being around as much as they would have hoped to for their kids or loved ones, and this is the perfect breeding ground for an unhappy home and work life. Parents should be commended on their resilience and strength, instead of being hard on themselves. Setting boundaries and creating a smooth work-life balance is key here.
Setting Solid Boundaries While You Travel
The first step when traveling is to come up with a preliminary plan, which you can of course change at any time if you fall in love with a particular city or town. So, make sure that you choose the dates first and then arrange flights to and from. The two biggest airports are Leonardo da Vinci–Rome Fiumicino Airport and Milan Malpensa Airport, the names of which give you a clear indication of the city you’ll be landing in. While there are other smaller airports, the flights to the bigger ones are less expensive, meaning that you’ll have more money left over for pizza—and that’s a always a good idea. Do your research about which sights you want to see beforehand, too, and don’t be shy to ask about prices, like how much is colosseum? Get your tickets online to save you time and money. You are free to see and enjoy everything, please just make sure that you are always respectful of local culture and teach your travel companions to do the same.
The word boundaries may have been overused lately, there’s hardly anywhere it’s not being used. But at the core, it’s a fantastic word that has more meaning than simply closing yourself off from toxic people. A boundary can also be set for yourself. For example, if you know you need some proper time to relax and take care of yourself, then scrolling on your phone is not going to help you here as it’s known to cause increased anxiety and leave you with a feeling of being an even worse parent and person than you already thought you were. So, try to switch to 20 hours a week of work while you travel. Get your work out of the way in the early morning or late evening (if you’re a night owl). Tell you family, friends and employer about your exact working time and that you won’t be available during those times. Be strict with it and follow through.
Avoid Comparing Yourself on Social Media
It can’t be stressed enough how detrimental social media can be to everyone, not least to people traveling who are on a budget and can’t afford all the ‘fake’ places they see on social media. The images you see online, including those of ‘perfect’ families and parents traveling the world and managing everything so easily, are absolutely fictitious and unachievable. Unless you really want to, there’s no reason to post all your travels online. For only one day, don’t post anything and see how you feel being free to travel and see everything through your eyes, and not through the lens of a camera. The only thing that matters is that you make memories and stay safe during your trip. There’s no need to keep up with the Joneses.
Why You Should Take Advantage of Remote Work
The beauty of modern-day travel, with many people working remotely and having a type of freedom never experienced before, is that travelers can mix things up. Think about spending a few days in Rome, and then moving on to Milan, Naples, The Amalfi Coast, Florence or even Venice. Each city has a special magic and history, a story waiting to be told to anyone lucky enough to visit. People who have the ability to travel and work remotely should really take advantage of this opportunity. Don’t be shy to ask for a reduction in hours, because even if you earn a little less, you will experience things that you never thought possible.
There’s no shortage of natural beauty mixed with incredible architecture, just like there’s no shortage of pizza and pasta. While it may be a stereotype that Italy is known for its savory dishes and sweet treats, like gelato, it’s a stereotype that happens to be absolutely true. Visit Italy and see (or rather taste) for yourself. If traveling is something that feeds your soul, then set boundaries, speak to your employer, and make those bookings to hit the open sky and start fresh!
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